CH&CO Acquires Education Caterer

CH&CO has acquired education caterer Pabulum who employs around 800 people with a turnover of £28.5 million.

The acquisition expands Royal Warrant holder CH&CO’s education business to over 100 primary and secondary schools comprising of single sites, multi academy trusts and federations, within a 125-mile radius of Pabulum's base in Fleet, Hampshire.

Pabulum managing director Nelson Williams who will continue to manage the business, says: “My team and I are absolutely thrilled to be merging with CH&CO, we have very similar values and I know they will be hugely supportive in growing both our Pabulum brand and the wonderful people that work for us.” 

Bill Toner, CH&CO’s Chief Executive Officer, adds, “A very warm welcome to the Pabulum team, we’re delighted they are joining us.

The Pabulum business is a great addition to our education business and we look forward to making a difference in this important sector together.

"With our shared values, we’re also excited about the opportunities this merger provides all team members and our partners.”