Achieving one of the highest B Corp scores in UK hospitality, Social Pantry is now officially verified as ‘a company that meets high standards of social and environmental performance, transparency and accountability’.
Head started Social Pantry in 2011 out of her passion for getting people together over good food. Social Pantry aims to serve fresh, exciting and sustainable food at a whole host of unique events, exclusive venues and workplaces across London and beyond.
A B Corp assessment evaluates impact across five pillars including governance, workers, community, environment and customers. To achieve certification, a company must meet rigorous standards, score at least 80 and agree to transparency, accountability, and continuous improvement. Companies are required to recertify every three years.
Alex Head, founder and chief executive of Social Pantry, commented: “I couldn’t be happier or more proud to announce Social Pantry’s B Corp certification. This recognition reflects everything we stand for—our commitment to sustainability, social responsibility, and creating a more inclusive future.
“I couldn’t have done this without our incredible team, our suppliers, and, of course, all of our clients who have chosen to work with us along the way. Together, we’re not only serving up great food—we're creating positive change, one plate at a time and we can’t wait to continue pushing forwards with our mission, working towards new and even more impactful goals, like becoming net zero. Bring it on.”
The caterer has also taken sustainable steps outside of the kitchen such as removing global plastic polluters from the drinks menus and ushering in brands that are better aligned with Social Pantry’s ethos. Other initiatives include moving away from fossil fuels, switching to renewable energy, investing in electric vehicles and using a fossil fuel-free ethical pension fund.
Social Pantry is a leading employer of prison leavers in the hospitality industry and began working within the prison system in 2015, offering training, mentorship and employment opportunities for those inside and leaving prison.
As a Living Wage Foundation-accredited employer Social Pantry prioritise social mobility and provide valuable training to all staff, which now includes a specialist Carbon Literacy training programme.