Sodexo has been a partner to UCL since 2014 delivering catering, hospitality and food retail services an in 2017 extended this contract to include food provision at UCL’s catered accommodation sites.
Paul Anstey, CEO, Sodexo Schools and Universities said, “This is a really important win for Sodexo in the universities sector. It illustrates our ability to build strong, strategic relationships with our clients and to work together on solutions that support their long-term development and growth. We are excited to welcome our new employees and to start driving improvements and innovation.”
The initial contract period of 5 years is due to start on 1 November and will include management and delivery of all cleaning, waste management and porterage services. Sodexo is looking forward to welcoming over six hundred employees who will be transferred to Sodexo by TUPE. Sodexo will continue to pay the London Living Wage, which is higher than the National Living Wage and is independently calculated to reflect the cost of living.
Sodexo will also make improvements from day one, with investments in people and equipment. This will include a sustainability and waste manage to help drive innovation and support UCL’s clear focus on reducing the impact of its estate.
Duncan Palmer, Director of UCL Accommodation said: “UCL is a world-class institution and it is essential we have the right partners to maintain our physical assets and deliver an excellent experience to students and staff. Sodexo has been a partner to UCL since 2014 and brings a wealth of experience, credibility and strategic thinking that complements our approach to achieve our ambitious vision.”