The global services company is committed to supporting the armed forces community and was an early signatory of the Armed Forces Covenant. Sodexo recently retained its gold status in the Defence Relationship Management’s Employer Recognition Scheme.
The winners will be announced at a gala dinner taking place at the Grosvenor House, London on 8 September 2022.
Paul Anstey, chief executive of government at Sodexo UK & Ireland, said: “Supporting the Armed Forces plays a key part of Sodexo's Social Impact Pledge. We recognise military-gained skills and qualities translate well into our business and this is showcased brilliantly by the finalists and the many other ex-forces leaders who are part of the Sodexo family.
“It’s a fantastic achievement and a testament that people with military careers can truly thrive in a civilian life, while demonstrating the value people with an Armed Forces background can bring to business.”
The eight Sodexo employee finalists include:
- Advocate of the Year finalist:
Rachel Evans, HR Director, Sodexo Government
- Reservist of the Year Award finalist:
Ross Gurney, Material Account Storekeeper at Merville Barracks
- Business Leader of the Year finalist:
Gary Hird, Catering Manager at Tidworth (PAC)
- Outstanding Achiever of the Year Award finalist:
Greg Joliffe, Service Manager, at Salisbury
- Team leader of the Year finalist:
Matthew Kenyon, Kitchen Manager at Larkhill
- Military Values in Business Award finalists:
Colin Maskelyne, Catering, Retail and Leisure Manager, at Larkhill
Lindsey Partington, Head of Healthcare at HMP Forest Bank
- New Service Leaver of the Year Award finalist:
Zoe Savage, Regional Security Manager, Ministry of Justice (MOJ)