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InterviewBig interview: CSM Ingredients’ James Dedman on its four pillars of strength
Just four months into the role, general manager James Dedman talks to British Baker about his plans for the UK arm of the international ingredients giant
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FeatureIn pictures: The Artisan Collective 2024
Passion, skills, and community spirit were in abundance at The Artisan Collective 2024, which took place at The Compound in Birmingham on 30 January
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InterviewBakery leaders discuss challenges and opportunities for 2024
Recruitment, supply chains, and innovation are front of mind for the baking industry in 2024, as leaders from suppliers, manufacturers, and trade bodies explain
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NewsThe Compleat Food Group names Tom Riley as new CFO
Riley teams up with former Burton’s Biscuit colleagues to help drive forward Compleat’s financial strategy towards becoming the UK’s top chilled prepared food supplier
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NewsBakkavor creates 86 new apprenticeship roles for 2024
Food-to-go giant is welcoming its biggest apprenticeship programme in a decade with opportunities at 18 sites across the UK
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InterviewHill Biscuits CEO Frank Bird on £2m investment plan for factory
New management team is leading the Manchester-based value sweet treat manufacturer on a growth path via equipment enhancements and tech updates
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NewsTurner’s Pies managing director to appear on The Apprentice
Third generation pie maker Phil Turner is to compete against 17 other hopeful candidates for a £250,000 investment
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NewsCornish Bakery seeks MD to drive next level of growth
Independent bakery chain launches hunt for new leader as it aims to double or triple in size from its current estate of 60 shops
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NewsKey dates for the baking industry in 2024
There’s a busy year ahead for the baking industry with a host of exhibitions, competitions, and conferences to inspire and inform, as well as several chances to celebrate
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NewsZeelandia gives students a taste of industrial baking
Ingredients manufacturer is aiming to inspire the next generation of bakers while offering opportunities to students with learning difficulties
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InterviewKluman & Balter MD discusses his plans for growth
As the ingredients wholesaler celebrates 100 years in business, managing director Lawrence Watson discusses his plans for the future and the key to success
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NewsDawn Foods welcomes newest student ambassador
UCB student Lucy Liszewski, 22, will join application chef Robin Loud to create new bakery recipes using Dawn’s ingredients
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NewsTributes pour in for beloved bakery veteran Jean Grieves
During her lengthy career, Jean worked at Sheffield Polytechnic and then Tameside College, also taking on roles for various trade bodies in the industry
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NewsRising costs force Cheran’s Bakery to shut four shops
Kent-based sweet treat specialist announces the immediate closure of 80% of its shop estate despite thriving trade and crowdfunding success
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NewsJason Bull steps up to MD role at Eurostar Commodities
Son replaces founding father at the helm of the Yorkshire-based ingredients supplier and looks to continue spearheading its growth
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NewsLesaffre UK & Ireland names Clare MacLennan as managing director
MacLennan, who has 13 years of experience in the baking and foodservice industries, is to lead Lesaffre’s mission in delivering innovative and sustainable solutions for British bakeries
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NewsCrosta & Mollica gains investment and new chairman
Private equity firm Perwyn Advisors is supporting UK momentum and international expansion of the London-based Italian food brand
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NewsNew code of practice outlines fair sharing of tips
The government had published a draft code that prevents foodservice employers from pocketing tips, gratuities and service charges
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NewsSt Pierre Groupe names Sarah Boddy as new MD
Former commercial director steps up to the leadership role of the Grupo Bimbo-owned bakery supplier headquartered in Didsbury near Manchester
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NewsRoberts donates 150,000 baked goods to charities for Christmas
The initiative will see more than 150,000 products – a mix of rolls and loaves – distributed with help from FareShare and Community Shop