Before taking on the new role, Paul previously worked as managing director of 3663 catering equipment for ten years. He has been with Bidvest 3663 for 25 years. By aligning the two categories under one management, Bidvest hopes to develop business in these areas further.
Paul Knight said: “We provide more than just food solutions at Bidvest 3663. Our comprehensive offer covers all non-food and catering equipment needs, from cleaning solutions to cookware and utensils; everything that our customers need to ensure their establishments run efficiently, hygienically and sustainably. I intend to grow the categories and utilise our specialist teams to offer new products and support, which will make life easier for chefs and caterers.
“We understand that once a customer has installed a new kitchen or piece of commercial catering equipment, they need to buy the materials to keep it clean and the utensils and crockery to prepare and serve the food to the end consumer. As director of non-food and catering equipment, I will now be able to develop both categories to ensure they complement each other in meeting our customers’ needs.”
Bidvest 3663 is a foodservice provider to the hospitality industry and is the supply partner to over 60,000 customers across the UK.