Food & Drink Specialisms
Our team has a vast amount of experience in the food and drink industry and this is a major part of the reason that we can help you put in place clear and straightforward solutions that work first time.
We are delighted to have long standing relationships with our clients and are always happy to have a chat with anyone who would like to find out more about how we can help them.
Our specialist food and drink team work across the breadth of the industry, throughout Scotland.
The team’s in-depth knowledge of this industry stands us out, enabling us to quickly find solutions for our clients, build long term relationships, and to know what will work and won’t work in the reality of the food and drink industry, the challenges that are being faced and the opportunities that can be maximised.
We provide a large number of Modern Apprenticeships to our clients as well as business improvement programmes, leadership and development programmes, learning and development qualifications, and specialist food and drink training qualification services such as HACCP, root cause analysis and internal audit. We also provide a range of accredited programmes from the ILM and SQA as well as qualifications from food and drink industry bodies.
Finally, we provide consultancy services on a range of topics including work instructions and SOPs, and approaches to learning and development.
Our people also work closely with sector bodies of the industry to help shape policy, approach and qualifications, providing expertise on what will or will not work in the industry.
TRAINING AND QUALIFICATIONS
CURIOUS HOW A PROFESSIONAL QUALIFICATION IN FOOD AND DRINK COULD TRANSFORM YOUR CAREER? Progress your career with a modern apprenticeship
Seeking training or audits conducted by trained, competent professionals? We conduct internal audits aligned with schedules or provide training.
Ever considered empowering your employees with essential food hygiene awareness? Rapid hygiene training to ensure top quality production
Ever considered Root Cause Analysis for precise problem-solving? It aims to uncover fundamental issues for prevention.
Interested in empowering staff with fundamental HACCP knowledge? Give employees a basic awareness of HACCP and hazard analysis.
Ready to lead incident investigations? Prepare to lead investigations with our training providing the tools and confidence to do so.
Ready to elevate your work with precise guidance? We draft, implement instructions, or train your team for seamless workflow.
Ever wondered about the keys to workplace safety and well-being? Covering duties: employer, employee safety responsibilities.
WHAT WE ALSO OFFER WITHIN FOOD AND DRINK
CASE STUDIES
Gordon and MacPhail’s introduction of the Modern Apprenticeship program in September 2021 has significantly nurtured a culture of openness and continuous growth within the company. Through this initiative, employees have acquired a blend of practical skills and essential theoretical insights, significantly enhancing their confidence and opening up new career opportunities. The program has effectively expanded their viewpoints and played a crucial role in streamlining succession planning processes. As the number of participants completing the program increases, so does the enthusiasm and active engagement across the organization, fostering a strong, supportive community network. This program primarily focuses on Modern Apprenticeships in Food and Drink Operations, offering a variety of pathways for skill development and professional advancement.
Working with the Tunnock’s team has been an exceptionally enriching experience, as they are deeply committed to developing their workforce. They prioritise the strategic imparting of essential skills, comprehensive knowledge, and confidence, heavily emphasising a supportive buddy system for effective training. Their forward-thinking vision aims for everyone within the company to actively support and contribute to the training needs, whether it’s through engaging in quick 1-to-1 learning sessions, providing hands-on machine breakdown assistance, or facilitating role rotations for broader experience. This inclusive and dynamic approach guarantees a steady supply of well-equipped, experienced trainers, fostering a robust sense of confidence and motivation among the team members, as enthusiastically stated by Angela, HR Manager at Tunnocks.
We’re thrilled to work once again with Campbells Prime Meat Ltd, guiding six team members through their Modern Apprenticeship in Food and Drink Operations at SCQF Level 5, with a focus on the Meat & Poultry pathway. The company’s unique structure assigns each employee a client order within their department, offering an opportunity for specialization and job satisfaction. Alastair, the project manager, and Steven, the assessor for Campbell Meats, commend the engagement of Butchery trainees in the program, seeing it as a solid foundation for a career in butchery. Campbells Prime Meat Ltd serves a diverse clientele, including Michelin Star restaurants, and collaborates with Quality Meat Scotland for butchery technique demonstrations. Plus, they’re our preferred meat source for company barbecues
Working with Farne Salmon & Trout Ltd, we see their commitment to the team’s continuous training and development. So far, over 80 staff members have completed their Level 2 Modern Apprenticeship, with more on their way to achieving Level 3. This program covers various pathways, including Fish and Shellfish Processing, Distribution, Operational, and Production & Processing Skills, highlighting the dedication to enhancing their workforce’s skills. This reflects their commitment to both employee development and industry leadership, ensuring their team is equipped with the necessary skills to maintain high standards of quality. Through this comprehensive training program, they continue to invest in their staff’s professional growth, reinforcing Farne’s position as a leading name.
Since partnering in 2012, we’ve been delivering Modern Aapprenticeship programmes at Level 2 and 3 to Macsween’s employees, alongside a comprehensive leadership development programme for team leaders that spans all business areas. Moving forward, line leaders at Macsween are set to complete this leadership programme as well. We’re also excited about introducing an in-house train-the-trainer course and continuing our commitment to the Modern Apprenticeships, further enhancing our collaborative efforts to foster skill development and leadership within the organisation. This ongoing initiative reflects our dedication to not only advancing employee capabilities but also to contributing to the company’s overall success and leadership in the industry.
Starting in 2005, our collaboration with McIntosh Donald led to the successful implementation of various projects. We worked together in enhancing their workforce’s skills and operational standards. Key initiatives and projects included the Modern Apprenticeship programme, aimed at professional development, and food hygiene courses to ensure safety and quality at McIntosh Donald. Additionally, our train-the-trainer courses have empowered staff with essential teaching skills, while internal auditor training enhanced quality assurance capabilities. This comprehensive partnership reflected our shared commitment to excellence and continuous improvement, fostering a culture of learning and operational efficiency within McIntosh Donald.
OUR DECADE LONG PARTNERSHIP WITH FARNE
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OUR FOOD & DRINK CLIENTS
• A long-term relationship to assist the organisation development and implement training and competency initiatives across its international operations.
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