Sodexo UK and Ireland has renewed its partnership with Swizzels Matlow Ltd, securing a new three year contract worth around £1 million to continue providing food services at the confectioner’s Derbyshire factory. The agreement extends a relationship that began in 2011 and will take the collaboration to 18 years, reinforcing Sodexo’s presence in the UK manufacturing and corporate services sector.

The on site Kitchen Works restaurant will remain a central part of the employee experience, offering breakfast and lunch through menus built around seasonal and locally sourced ingredients. The space serves as both a dining area and a social environment for staff, while Sodexo’s chefs prepare a broad range of affordable options including salads, sandwiches, soups and hot meals.

Sustainability remains a shared priority for both organisations. Sodexo will continue deploying its WasteWatch data driven programme to reduce kitchen and plate waste, supporting wider environmental commitments across the factory. The company highlights the alignment between Swizzels’ community rooted heritage and its own focus on responsible operations and employee wellbeing.

Swizzels praised the renewal, noting Sodexo’s consistent service quality and its team’s professionalism over many years. The extension also signals ongoing demand for outsourced workplace catering in industrial settings, where food services play an increasing role in employee satisfaction and operational continuity.

Sodexo’s broader Corporate Services division supports clients across offices, data centres, research sites and manufacturing plants, providing integrated workplace and facilities management solutions. The Swizzels contract reinforces its position as a partner of choice for major brands seeking reliable and sustainable on site catering.

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