A forward thinking approach to school catering
A leading UK wholesale food supplier and proud LACA partner, delivering over 1 million meals to schools nationwide every day- supporting school caterers to increase meal uptake, inspire pupil engagement, and navigate the challenges facing the industry.
Compete with the Street
Recipes to compete with the high street-
Theme days inspiration
Support for key events across the school calendar -
School cost saving guide
Simple tips and tricks to help stretch your budget further
Why choose Bidfood for your school?
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Trusted supplier
A proud partner to LACA, delivering over 1,000,000 meals to schools nationwide everyday
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Real value
From competitive pricing to support to meet budgets, we work with our customers to deliver real value that makes an impact
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Range
We carry a range of over 10,000 products, including our award winning own labels and best supplier brands
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Experience
For more than 20 years as a leading foodservice wholesaler. We’ve supplied fresh, frozen, ambient food, catering essentials and more…
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Caterers campus
Our free e-learning platform for customers, dedicated to supporting the catering industry
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Bidfood Direct
Order online on our award-winning online shop. Find hundreds of recipes as well as allergen information, menu planning, and more…
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Education support hub
Check out our library of support for primary schools, secondary schools, academies and colleges including recipe inspiration, posters, podcasts, industry support and more.
AWARDS AND ACCREDITATIONS
- Why choose us
Supporting the future of school food
Become a customerWe support schools and caterers with practical resources and guidance to help them balance the changing priorities of nutrition, allergens, sustainability, cost and pupil engagement. As expectations continue to evolve, we aim to be a helpful partner for education caterers, offering ideas and support that work in real school kitchens.
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Range
Become a customerWe carry a range of over 10,000 products, including our award winning own labels and best supplier brands.
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Expert support
Become a customerOur dedicated education team provide an array of support to help you meet sustainability goals and create school-compliant meals that get students excited.
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Bidfood Direct
Become a customerOrder online on our award-winning online shop. Find hundreds of recipes as well as allergen information, menu planning, and more…
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Helping budgets go further
Become a customerWe support schools and caterers with practical ideas to make the most of their budgets while serving balanced, tasty meals that pupils enjoy. From cost-saving menu inspiration to recipes that help ingredients work harder, our guidance is designed to support both value and quality.
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Experience
Become a customerFor more than 20 years as a leading foodservice wholesaler. We’ve supplied fresh, frozen, ambient food, catering essentials and more…
Helping our education customers deliver school-compliant and exciting menus that rival the high street and increase meal uptake.
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- Blog and podcast
- Menu support
- Legislative support
- Sustainability
- Menu planning and ordering
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Fuel for school: nutritious food for learning
We understand how important it is for students to receive nutritious meals in school to fuel their learning. Watch Chef Stuart and our nutrition expert Heather Dolan RNutr cook up two delicious and healthy recipes for primary schools and secondary schools. -
Menus of the Future
Healthier and more sustainable catering for students -
Bidfood Direct - our online shop
Menu planning, tools and ordering -
Supporting Bang In Some Beans
As a Keen Bean Pledger of the Food Foundation’s Bang In Some Beans campaign, we help schools and caterers find simple ways to add more beans and pulses into everyday dishes. This supports affordable, fibre-rich and plant-forward menu ideas that can work across a wide range of school menus. -
Practical nutrition support for schools and caterers
Our nutrition team provides expert guidance on topics such as the School Food Standards, healthier school menus and allergens, helping schools and caterers navigate these complex requirements and make informed menu-planning decisions.
Blog and podcast
Menu support
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Practical nutrition support for schools and caterers
Our nutrition team provides expert guidance on topics such as the School Food Standards, healthier school menus and allergens, helping schools and caterers navigate these complex requirements and make informed menu-planning decisions.
Legislative support
Sustainability
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Menus of the Future
Healthier and more sustainable catering for students -
Supporting Bang In Some Beans
As a Keen Bean Pledger of the Food Foundation’s Bang In Some Beans campaign, we help schools and caterers find simple ways to add more beans and pulses into everyday dishes. This supports affordable, fibre-rich and plant-forward menu ideas that can work across a wide range of school menus.
Menu planning and ordering
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Bidfood Direct - our online shop
Menu planning, tools and ordering
Education team
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Emily Butler
Senior Customer Marketing Manager
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Adam Denny
Culinary Support Chef
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Wayne Wright
Culinary Development Chef, Public Sector Catering Chef of the Year
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Gavin Squires
Business Development Controller
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Greg Newcombe
National Account Manager
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Sharon Moore
National Account Manager
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Rebecca Okeefe
Business Development Controller
FAQs
We are proud to offer education expertise to all of our customers. Whatever your need is, we will help support you to deliver exceptional menus that encourage meal uptake and excites students.
Do you have menu cycles?
Find our primary school 3 week menu cycle recipes, alongside our menu posters for your school canteens.
Can you help with theme days?
How can I compete with the high street?
We understand how important it is to deliver school meals that tantalise student taste buds. Check out our Compete with the Street pizza & sides guide and Asian fusion.
Can you support with food and drink trends?
Explore the latest food and drink trends for 2024 here.
What support do you have for allergens?
We have a wealth of support for allergens including our dedicated allergens page, as well as blogs, our Advice Centre, and Bidfood Direct allergen information.
Ready to become a customer?
- Trusted supplier delivering over 1,000,000 meals to schools daily
- Competitive pricing to meet your budget
- A range of over 10,000 products
- 20 years experience as a leading foodservice wholesaler
- Expert education support team
- An award winning online platform
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