Back in 2016, Natasha Ednan-Laperouse tragically passed away after suffering an allergic reaction from eating a pre-packaged sandwich. Her tragic death could have been avoided if there was a law in place that required businesses to provide the full list of ingredients and allergens on food packaging, even if the food was made on the […]

We’ve been banging the drum for video interviews for years. We even have our very own platform, which has proven invaluable in keeping the recruitment process for our clients simple and stress-free over the past few months. But a video platform isn’t just for a pandemic. Attracting the best candidates in food manufacturing is tough, […]

What does your manufacturing business look like to a potential employee? Would you want to work for your company? Your employer brand needs to appeal to exactly the type of people you want to hire. And, in the wake of a pandemic, attracting the right kind of candidates to your organisation has never been more […]

94% of consumers say COVID-19 has changed the way they shop – from visiting supermarkets less to supporting local businesses. And it’s not just the way in which and the frequency of our food shops that is different. Everything from what we’re eating to how we’re cooking has seen a shift…  However, as lockdown measures […]

The pandemic has affected businesses globally. Restrictions have impacted supply chains, many production lines have been brought to a halt and, for some, sales have slumped. But not all food and drink businesses have suffered, and lockdown has in fact brought the industry together. Over the past few months we’ve seen organisations unite to support […]

How have the past few months really been for you? Before you answer that question, think about the positives that have come out of it. Perhaps you’ve managed to adapt your processes to become more efficient? Or maybe you’ve seen your team really come together? With little to no warning, food and drink manufacturers of […]

Counter-offers are par for the course in recruitment. You shouldn’t be surprised when a candidate comes back saying their employer has put one on the table. After all, no-one wants to lose top talent – finding and onboarding staff is costly. Anticipating counter-offers is the first step to overcoming them. And to make sure that […]

Recruitment isn’t a one-way conversation. Many employers forget the process is as much a chance for them to shine as it is for the candidate. So when you decide to make an offer, it’s important to highlight why someone would (and should) want to work for you. The best candidates will have other options. With […]

In recent years, as consumers, we’ve become a little more aware of the impact on the environment some of our choices can have. Whether it’s cutting down on single-use packaging, reusing carrier bags, walking the 20 minutes instead of driving the 3, or making more environmentally friendly buying choices, a little goes a long way […]

The UK finally left the EU on 31st January 2020. Currently, there is a withdrawal agreement in place which means Britain is still following all the EU’s rules and regulations. This is only valid until 31st December 2020. There are still a number of negotiations to be discussed during this time – and if there […]