The certification, which has been granted to the university for the fourth consecutive year, ‘highlights the high standard’ of the catering services provided to 18,000 students.
Associate director of catering, retail and accommodation services, Jane Donachy, said: “Receiving Gold Standard accreditation from the Soil Association for the fourth consecutive year demonstrates how committed we are as a university to sustainability and the standard of food served across all our six college campuses.
“Together with BaxterStorey, we believe we set exceptionally high standards throughout our restaurants and lead the way in our commitment to provenance.”
During UAL’s inspection by the Soil Association, all catering outlets were reviewed to ensure they met the ‘highest’ standards of provenance and traceability, and that staff and students routinely received freshly prepared meals using environmentally sustainable and seasonal ingredients.
BaxterStorey regional managing director Sarah Miller added: “Creating a sustainable business is at the core of what we do at BaxterStorey. We’re incredibly proud of all of our teams around the campus, who together with UAL, ensure our customers receive the finest food and drink possible in a sustainable and considered manner.”