Our sectors

Continuing to build on our sector expertise, while recognising that each of them has specific requirements, is a key driver of differentiation for our clients and fully underpins our drive for innovation and operating efficiency.

For consumers, this means speedier access to sector focused best practices and market-leading innovations that are delivered by our people, from award-winning chefs to service ‘practice experts’.

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Business
& Industry

Group revenue 2011

42%

(2010: 41%)

Increasingly, our clients are seeking broader service offerings for their businesses. Combining our renowned ‘customer first’ hospitality mindset and reputation for great food with the ‘industrial efficiency’ of our ‘Compass Service Framework’, we provide clients with multiple services to the highest standard, at the best value, on an international scale.

Major sector brands

Eurest, Eurest Services, Bon Appetit, Flik, Restaurant Associates logos

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Education

Group revenue 2011

16%

(2010: 16%)

From kindergarten to college, we provide fun, nutritious dining solutions that help support academic achievement at the highest levels. Our simple set of commitments – ‘Eat, Learn, Live’ – helps us to educate young people about how to have a happy, safe and healthy lifestyle while contributing to a sustainable world.

Major sector brands

Chartwells, Scolarest, Bon Appetit, Flik logos

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Healthcare
& Seniors

Group revenue 2011

18%

(2010: 19%)

We are specialists in helping hospitals in the public and private sectors on their journey of managing efficiency and enhancing quality across all services. With a significant presence in the growing senior living market, we also provide care services to residential homes and home meal delivery services.

Major sector brands

Medirest, Morrison, Crothall logos

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Sports
& Leisure

Group revenue 2011

11%

(2010: 11%)

Operating at some of the world’s most prestigious sporting and leisure venues, exhibition centres, visitor attractions and major events, we have an enviable reputation for providing hospitality and true service excellence.

Major sector brands

Levy Restaurants, All Leisure logos

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Defence,
Offshore
& Remote

Group revenue 2011

13%

(2010: 13%)

Through our health and safety culture we are a market leader in providing food and support services to major companies in the oil and gas and mining and construction industries, operating in some of the most demanding environments in the world. For our defence sector clients, we are a partner who meets the challenges of running efficient operations outside of areas of conflict.

Major sector brands

ESS logo