9 food companies named among UK’s Best Companies to Work for in 2025
Food manufacturer, Cook, has been crowned best food and drink company to work for in 2025, whilst also securing a spot among the top 25 large employers.
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AHDB appoints new chief executive
The Agriculture and Horticulture Development Board (AHDB) has appointed Helen Herniman as its new chief executive and accounting officer.
Major UK snacking manufacturer hires new CEO
Mike Hancox has been appointed chief executive officer at the UK’s third largest savoury snack producer, Tayto Group.
Who is ‘Drastic Dave’ and can he turn the tide for Diageo?
Ex-Tesco CEO Sir David Lewis - AKA Drastic Dave - has been named as Diageo’s new group CEO following a turbulent few years for the drinks giant.
Women’s prison opens UK’s first hospitality training academy
British pub company Marston’s has launched the UK’s first commercially-led hospitality academy inside a women’s prison.
Kraft Heinz appoints taste elevation and masterbrand director
The Kraft Heinz Company has appointed Aditi Hilgers to the role of taste elevation and masterbrand director for the UK & Ireland.
Day in the life of a craft beer brewery founder
Freddie Ugo tells Food Manufacture about his role as the co-founder of a sustainable craft beer brewery.
Golden Acre Foods appoints new finance director
The world foods supplier has appointed Andy Ditton as its new finance lead, as it continues to scale it operations and expand its foothold in the category.
Farmfoods faces protests over caged hen egg sales
Supermarket chain Farmfoods has been faced with protests over its continued sale of eggs from caged hens.
A.H. Worth appoints new managing director of Lincolnshire site
Fresh produce supplier A.H. Worth has announced the appointment of Matt Walton as managing director of its Fosdyke, Lincolnshire, site and vegetable farms.
Asda chief digital officer departs with immediate effect
Asda has confirmed the departure of its chief digital officer Matt Kelleher.
Red Tractor CEO to retire in April 2026
Red Tractor chief executive Jim Moseley has announced that he will retire from the role next April.
Day in the life of an F&B brand manager
Cynthia Allaglo explains what is involved in working as a brand manager for food and drink firm Ecotone.
Pets at Home nabs PZ Cussons Plc CFO
The news follows as the chief financial officer for Pets at Home Group Plc has announced his intention to retire.
Nestlé appoints new Nespresso CEO
The food and drink giant has named a new chief executive for its coffee brand, Nespresso, following a year of leadership turbulence.
Purity Soft Drinks chairman leaves amidst dwindling profits
The makers of drink brands Juice Burst and Firefly, which has been heavily impacted by poor harvests and soaring commodity prices, has appointed a new chairperson.
Aldi recruiting 4,500 people ahead of Christmas period
Aldi has announced plans to recruit 4,500 people in advance of Christmas.
‘I’m a new HGV driver: here’s why I quit my job as a chef and switched careers in my 30s’
With a potential driver shortage crisis on the horizon, it’s imperative the UK attracts more drivers into the industry, especially younger drivers.
Amazon to close all Amazon Fresh grocery stores
Amazon has announced plans to close or convert all its Amazon Fresh grocery stores in the UK.
Major meat trade body boss to leave
The CEO of the British Meat Processors Association has announced he will be stepping down.
DropWorks Rum announces non-executive director appointment
DropWorks Rum has announced the appointment of Greg Matthew as a non-executive director.
Ben & Jerry’s founder quits accusing Unilever of silencing social mission
Ben & Jerry’s co-founder Jerry Greenfield has announced he is quitting his role with the ice cream brand and accused owner Unilever of silencing its social mission.
Nestlé chairman exits in wake of CEO scandal
Paul Bulcke has stepped down as chairman of Nestlé S.A., adding to the leadership changes at the KitKat producer.
Unilever names new CFO
Unilever PLC has opted to keep Srinivas Phatak on as its new chief financial officer permanently.
Hovis CEO steps down amid ABF takeover
Hovis has confirmed that its CEO Jon Jenkins is stepping down.
M&S digital and tech chief exits M&S
Marks & Spencer’s chief digital and technology officer Rachel Higham is stepping down from the business with Sacha Berendji set to take over.
All change at Defra as environment secretary and farming minister replaced
Emma Reynolds has been appointed as the new environment secretary, with Steve Reed moved to a new brief.
Waitrose recruiting 8,500 seasonal roles for Christmas period
Waitrose is looking to hire 8,500 temporary staff ahead of its busiest period of the year.
Strike avoided as workers secure pay rise at supermarket fridge-freezer supplier
Workers at a fridge-freezer manufacturer that supplies several major UK supermarkets have secured an above inflation pay rise.
CEO at Cambridge Nutritional Foods announces retirement
The CEO of Cambridge Nutritional Foods has announced he will retire after 22 years with the business.
Waitrose hires former Tesco exec as new MD
Former Tesco executive Tom Denyard has been appointed as the new managing director of Waitrose.
Suntory CEO resigns amid police investigation into supplement purchase
The CEO of Suntory Holdings has resigned with immediate effect after the police launched an investigation into his purchase of a banned supplement.
Better Nature announces leadership team shake up
Tempeh brand Better Nature has announced a major shake up of its senior leadership team.
Heineken president Americas steps down as CEO
Lipton Teas and Infusions has pinched the ex-Heineken president as its chief executive officer.
Nestlé CEO fired over ‘romantic relationship with direct subordinate’
Nestlé has fired CEO Laurent Freixe with immediate effect following an investigation into an ‘undisclosed romantic relationship with a direct subordinate’.
Purina appoints new CEO
Leading pet brand Purina Europe has announced a new chief executive officer as the previous captain takes on leadership role at Nestlé Americas.
Hotel Chocolat hires new UK general manager
Hotel Chocolat has announced the appointment of Carrie Martin as its new UK general manager.
Day in the life of The Gym Kitchen founder
Take a closer look at the day-to-day role of The Gym Kitchen founder Segun Akinwoleola.
Hip Pop hires Finlays exec as new CEO
Soft drink brand Hip Pop has announced the appointment of Matt Bowler-Jones as its new CEO.
Leadership team reshuffle announced at Unitas Wholesale
Unitas Wholesale has reshuffled its executive team following the appointment of David Cooke.
Oscar Mayer and Company Shop Group open on-site discount store for Wrexham staff
Oscar Mayer has partnered with the Company Shop Group to offer discounted food, drink and household products to staff at its site in Wrexham.
BrewDog co-founder departs business for personal reasons
BrewDog co-founder Martin Dickie is stepping away from the company and the alcohol industry for personal reasons.
Aldi gives Teenage Cancer Trust access to £350,000 of Apprenticeship Levy
Aldi is providing the Teenage Cancer Trust with access to £350,000 of its Apprenticeship Levy.
Waitrose loses managing director
The supermarket’s managing director has decided to step down after five years at the helm.
The Wholesale Group appoints new chair
The Wholesale Group has announced the appointment of Mark Aylwin as its new non-executive chair.
Consultancy firm Food Alert appoints new managing director
Food safety and compliance consultancy, Food Alert, has announced the appointment of its new managing director.
Lidl raising entry-level hourly pay to £13
Lidl has announced that is raising entry-level hourly pay to £13 from next month.
M&S hires Asda chief people officer to replace outgoing people director
Marks & Spencer has announced the hire of Hayley Tatum as its new chief people officer.
First Milk appoints ex-Samworth Brothers CEO
First Milk has named Hugo Mahoney as its chairman designate, as predecessor Chris Thomas steps down after three full terms.
Tesco accused of ‘failing to act’ on bullying claims
GMB Union has accused Tesco of failing to act on bullying allegations made by 16 workers at a store in west London.