Wilson Vale, a catering company within the business industry, independent schools and the conference venue sector, has achieved a first at Cambridge college.
Clare Hall, a graduate college of the University of Cambridge, located in West Cambridge, has appointed the independent caterers to provide catering services.
The contact started on 2 September and is valued at £500K in annual turnover.
Wilson Vale will also cater for three annual feasts at Clare Hall and will work with the college staff to provide catering support for conferences, meetings, private dinners and other events.
Andrew Wilson, co-founder of Wilson Vale, said: “This is a significant milestone in our history to date. We are fortunate to have a strong presence in the Cambridge area; Clare Hall is our eleventh contract in the county but our first Cambridge college, so it is a wonderful addition to our portfolio.
“Clare Hall’s sense of community is palpable, and the provision of quality food and a warm and friendly service is an important part of that. It’s about gathering diverse people together to share good food and to showcase the College’s high standards and the value it places on its community of people.
“We have a strong presence within the conference and venues sector, so our vision is to support our new client in developing Clare Hall’s potential to become a venue in its own right.”
Ian Strachan, bursar of Clare Hall, said: “The College is delighted to welcome Wilson Vale as our catering team, and they are already demonstrating what they can bring to Clare Hall, with imaginative varied menus, a focus on locally-sourced produce and an excellent team of chefs.
“Wilson Vale understands the ethos of the College, appreciates the importance of the Dining Hall to College life and has a team with the skills and experience to build on our reputation for the quality of our dining and hospitality.
