Dennis Hogan, managing director, Compass Group UK & Ireland, said: “We recognise the sacrifice made by those who serve, or have served in the armed forces, and also understand the essential support their spouses and families provide.
“Therefore it is only right that we seek to do what we can for our employees who are part of the Armed Forces community, by creating a more flexible and understanding work environment in which to operate.
“While we have a great track record of supporting members of the Armed Forces community through our ESS business, I am delighted to now be widening this out across the company.”
ESS, part of Compass Group, the support services provider for defence, offshore and government, signed the Covenant in 2013.
The latest signing, which took place at a ceremony hosted by Secretary of State for Defence, Rt Hon Michael Fallon MP, on HMS Belfast, in London now covers Compass Group’s employees who work in its education; sports, leisure and hospitality; healthcare; and business and industry sectors.