DO I NEED TO START THINKING ABOUT SUSTAINABILITY?

Businesses across all industry sectors accept they have a responsibility to go green. You’ll see many marketing-leading brands now have sustainability at the heart of everything they do.

That's because the environment matters to the customer, and that has a knock-on affect to profit and loss. Some consumers boycott brands they believe operate irresponsibly, showing that increasing numbers of consumers are seeking out responsible businesses and products instead.

And they are behaviours that are particularly prevalent amongst younger generations; the sort of demographic most likely to spend money on eating out.

If you want millennials and Gen Zs spending money in your business you need to think green and find ways to tell your customer that story.

When you're introducing a green approach to your business for the first time it can seem slightly overwhelming. Where are you meant to start?

Food service uses a lot of water and energy. And in turn it creates a huge amount of waste.

You're not expected to be a 0% waste business after a week, but even small changes over time can make a positive difference to the environment and your reputation as a business. One simple way to make a change is to think about the type of packaging and consumables you use.

Investing in eco-friendly disposables that break down quickly such as, paper cups, disposable food containers and eco cutlery is a cost-effective way to show customers your commitment to sustainability.