apetito wins award for responsible business practice

Winning the award for Workplace Impact, apetito has been recognised for a host of initiatives including its learning and development programme, works councils, internal communications programme and staff foundation. Paul Freeston, chief executive, commented on achieving the award: "We believe that we have a responsibility to everyone at Team apetito, as without our people we don't have a business - it's that simple! "When colleagues have opportunities for development, they gain the capabilities, confidence and motivation to continually contribute to our present and future business success." "Despite operating in a difficult financial climate, it is Team apetito that has driven growth of 7.5% this year – proof that investment in our people is a valuable one, seeing real financial returns as well as creating a positive, pleasant and fun place to work in." The Awards for Excellence recognises those companies who have demonstrated innovation, creativity and a sustained commitment to corporate responsibility through responsible business practice. This year 358 organisations from across the UK entered the awards and just 38% of applicants were successful, with 106 receiving a Big Tick.