GLOBAL PROCUREMENT. LOCAL EXPERTISE.
More than procurement. We help you thrive.
We help hospitality and food service operators optimise food and non-food procurement to deliver better value, quality, and service, with expert support that drives continuous operational and commercial improvement.
Hospitality & Foodservice Procurement
We help hospitality and foodservice operators optimise procurement with better value, time savings, efficiency, innovation, and sustainability.
Supporting Success
Who we help
Our Solutions
How we help
Reduce costs and maximise profitability
Price analytics and strategic consultancy
Reliable, robust supply chain
Advanced technology
Sustainable solutions
Culinary and menu support
FF&E support
Compliance and industry standards
Success Story
“We went from fully manual to using Pi to its fullest - our relationship with Avendra International has been invaluable.”
Mark Hollington
Hospitality Director at Trafalgar Theatres
Success Story
“The Avendra International team didn’t just listen to our vision; they helped us execute it.”
Raouf Mansour
Head of Catering and House-Keeping, Ashford & St Peter’s Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust
Success Story
“The transparency and support from the Avendra International team have been game-changing.”
Rob Carr
Head of Commercial Operations, University of West London Students’ Union
OUR ADVANCED TECHNOLOGY
Whether you need a complete solution to optimise operations or seamless integration with your existing system, our technology makes it easy.
Supporting Success
Avendra News
Procurement Support for Hotels, Hospitality, Leisure, Education, and Healthcare||Avendra International helps UK hospitality, leisure, education and healthcare operators tackle rising costs, labour shortages and supply chain challenges with smarter procurement.
4 quick tips to embrace sustainable hospitality this holiday season||Discover sustainable holiday strategies for hospitality operators, from reducing food waste to choosing local produce and zero-waste solutions with smart procurement.
Less waste, big taste: your guide to the zero-waste kitchen revolution||Discover practical zero-waste kitchen tips from Paul Bloxham, Head of Culinary – Europe. Learn how to cut food waste, save money, and turn leftovers into flavour-packed dishes.
Maximising VAT Opportunities in Catering||Learn how catering businesses can maximise VAT opportunities, improve compliance, and boost financial efficiency with smart tax strategies.
Luxury Reimagined: Insights Shaping the Future of High-End Hospitality||Barak Hirschowitz of ILHA shares insights on how personalisation, sustainability, wellness, and innovation are redefining luxury hospitality with Avendra.
Smart Laundry Investments: Savings, Sustainability, and Reliability||Discover how smart laundry investments cut costs, boost efficiency, and support sustainability in healthcare, hospitality, and education
Pi’s Latest Upgrades: Smoother, Smarter, and Built Around You.||Discover Pi’s latest upgrades in eProcurement: smarter ordering, stronger stock control, and clearer financial reporting, all built around you.
Care & Senior Living Culinary Trends||Explore 2025-26 senior living culinary trends with Paul Bloxham, personalised nutrition, AI menus, plant-based dining & resident-focused meals.
Top Breakfast Trends for Hotels Across Europe||Discover the top 2025-26 hotel breakfast trends in Europe, from hearty traditions to global brunch mash-ups, premium coffee, and innovative morning menus.
Elevating Coffee Moments: Boost Customer and Guest Experience and Profitability||Today’s travellers expect more than just a morning cup - they want memorable, indulgent coffee experiences. But staffing challenges and increasing raw coffee prices mean hotels and hospitality operations must balance quality with efficiency.
The Avendra Edge Magazine Autumn/Winter 2025||Discover the latest trends, case studies, and expert insights in hospitality and catering with Avendra Edge Magazine Autumn/Winter 2025. Topics include sustainability, food waste reduction, smart technology, coffee and cocktail innovations, and procurement strategies to help your business thrive.
The Care Catering Roundtable: Redefining Food, Dignity & Efficiencies||Avendra International’s Care Catering Roundtable explores chef shortages, rising costs, food waste, and innovations shaping the future of care home dining.
The Avendra Edge Commodity Market Report – Q3 2025||Stay ahead of rising food costs with Avendra’s Q3 2025 UK Commodity Market Report. Discover price trends, supply pressures, and expert tips for menu planning this autumn.
PREM Group Ireland unlocks efficiencies and innovation with Avendra||PREM Group Ireland boosts efficiency, cuts costs, and drives innovation through a strategic procurement partnership with Avendra International.
The future of flavour: Top 7 food & beverage trends you need to know for 2025||Discover the top 7 food & beverage trends for 2025, from global fusion to mindful eating, helping you stay ahead with flavour, innovation and sustainability.
University of Birmingham: Empowering efficiency, innovation & sustainability through partnership||Discover how University of Birmingham boosts efficiency, innovation & sustainability through a strategic partnership with Avendra International.
The Alnwick Garden announces procurement partnership with Avendra International||The Alnwick Garden partners with Avendra International to enhance procurement efficiency and support their sustainability and community goals.
The Avendra Edge Magazine – Spring/Summer 2025||Fresh ideas, real success stories, and smart tips - Edge Magazine Spring/Summer 2025 helps you stay ahead in hospitality and catering.
Ashford & St Peter’s NHS: Transforming catering procurement with Avendra International||Discover how Avendra International is transforming NHS catering procurement with cost-saving solutions, streamlined processes, and expert support.
The Avendra Edge Commodity Market Report - Q1 2025||Food prices are rising again, chicken, cod, coffee and more. Get expert tips and insights to stay ahead in our Q1 2025 UK Commodity Report.
Avendra International and Aramark spotlight global expansion and customer-centric service on ‘Mark This!’ podcast||Avendra International joined Aramark’s podcast, “Mark This!” to discuss the globalization of Avendra and how Aramark, as our parent company, supports this initiative.
3 steps to choosing the right flooring||Choosing the right flooring is key for elevating a hotel’s aesthetics, ensuring durability and functionality, and enhancing the guest experience.
University of West London Students’ Union’s procurement partnership streamlines operations||Learn how the University of West London Students' Union streamlined operations through a procurement partnership, improving efficiency and cost management.
Sarah Garnade, Senior Client Procurement Manager||Discover why Sarah Garnade loves working at Avendra International, 13 years of expertise, dynamic procurement projects, and a passion for teamwork and supply chain solutions.
Quantum join Avendra International family||We are thrilled to share some exciting news! Avendra International has acquired Quantum, a Spanish-based Group Purchasing Organization.
Bal Mahal, Senior Client Procurement Manager||Discover why Bal Mahal loves working at Avendra International, supporting clients with expert procurement strategies, building strong supplier relationships, and driving growth.
Furniture solutions to optimise your CAPEX investment||When planning for renovations, selecting the right furniture is crucial for both functionality and long-term savings.
Matt Ferris, Lead Product & Release Manager||Discover why Matt Ferris enjoys working at Avendra International, leading the development of the Pi eProcurement system, fostering collaboration, and driving innovation across regions.
Top tips for hotel signage||Our supplier partner Joost Nijland, owner of C. Cases, offers expert advice on creating cohesive, sustainable, and impactful signage.
Streamline your budget management with Piggybank||Piggybank simplifies budget tracking and gives you real-time insights into your spending across the entire business.
Emily Rodway, Senior Marketing Executive||Discover why Emily loves working at Avendra International, from the collaborative culture to exciting marketing projects and global career growth opportunities.
Hot drinks: Top trends for this season||As the crisp autumn air gives way to the chill of winter, it’s important to cater to the evolving tastes of consumers seeking warmth and comfort in their beverages.
Essential guide: Procurement law updates||Our Tender Team has compiled an overview to help you navigate the new Public Procurement Act coming into effect on February 24, 2025.
Top tips to stay ahead with hospitality tech||For hotels and restaurants, technology is key to creating a seamless guest experience. Here are our top trends to ensure your digital transition is smooth and effective.
Avendra International ready to support hotel and hospitality clients in Europe.||
Pelican Procurement is now part of Avendra International||Pelican Procurement is now part of Avendra International, expanding our global procurement expertise to deliver even greater value to clients.
Navigating market changes: Latest insights for hospitality and catering operators||Get the latest insights on market changes affecting hospitality and catering operators, with expert tips to adapt, stay competitive, and manage costs effectively.
STEP Academy Trust boosts efficiencies and savings with procurement partnership||Discover how Step Academy Trust boosted efficiencies and savings through a strategic procurement partnership, enhancing operations and reducing costs.
Public procurement update||Stay informed on the latest public procurement updates, including key regulatory changes and their impact on procurement processes and compliance.
Max serve up the top 4 beverage trends of 2024||Discover the top four beverage trends of 2024, from sustainable choices to innovative flavours, and see how they’re shaping the hospitality industry.
Meadow Croft Garden Centre’s restaurant boosts footfall with procurement support||Learn how Meadow Croft Garden Centre Restaurant increased footfall by partnering with a procurement expert, boosting efficiency and enhancing customer experience.
Enhancing healthcare operations together||Discover how strategic procurement partnerships enhance healthcare operations, improving efficiency, cost savings, and patient care.
6 key ingredients to improve your in-house catering operation||Learn how to enhance your in-house school catering operation with expert tips on efficiency, nutrition, cost control, and compliance.
Avendra International’s food waste management tool for your catering team!||
Driving sustainable change in hospitality procurement||Explore how hospitality businesses can drive sustainable procurement practices to reduce environmental impact and meet evolving customer expectations.
Lancaster University transforms catering procurement with new partnership||Discover how Lancaster University transformed its catering procurement through a new partnership, enhancing efficiency, cost savings, and sustainability.
Horizon Leisure: Procurement partnership delivers savings to enhance member facilities||Discover how Horizon Leisure benefited from a procurement partnership, improving operational efficiency, cost management, and service quality across their leisure facilities.
Langley School saves costs & boosts efficiency with bespoke procurement partnership||Learn how Langley School partnered with Avendra International to enhance procurement processes, improve cost efficiency, and streamline catering operations.
Four key travel trends in 2024: A guide for hotel operators||Discover four key travel trends for 2024 and actionable insights to help hotel operators adapt and thrive in an evolving travel landscape.
Revolutionising waste management||
The art of balancing menus and budgets||Learn how to balance menus and budgets effectively, ensuring cost control while maintaining quality and variety in food service.
Driving sustainability in hotels: Making greener procurement choices||Explore how hotels can drive sustainability with greener procurement choices, reducing environmental impact while enhancing guest experience and efficiency.
Top tips for food fortification and hydration in care homes||Get expert tips on food fortification and hydration in care homes to support residents’ health, well-being, and nutritional needs effectively.
Benefits of adding carbon labels to your menus||Discover the benefits of adding carbon labels to your menus, from promoting sustainability to helping customers make informed dining choices.
How Pi helped Trafalgar Theatres streamline operations & control supply chain||Discover how PI helped Trafalgar Theatres streamline operations and control their supply chain, enhancing efficiency and reducing costs for smoother operations.
Catering for customers with IBS: A guide for hospitality operators||Learn how to cater for customers with IBS in hospitality with practical tips on menu adaptations, ingredient choices, and creating a comfortable dining experience.
Jo’s top picks: Commercial equipment products to ease staff shortages and save time||Discover Jo’s top picks for commercial equipment that help tackle staff shortages and boost efficiency in busy kitchens. Read more here!
Royal Brompton hospital wins Silver Food for Life award with Avendra's support||Discover how Royal Brompton Hospital earned a Silver Food for Life Award with Avendra International’s support, enhancing food quality and sustainability in healthcare.
Pi’s new PinPoint module: Gross profit tracking… in a flash!||Discover how PIS’s new PinPoint module simplifies gross profit tracking with real-time insights, helping businesses improve financial performance effortlessly.
How 200 Degrees Coffee reduced purchasing costs and staff time||Learn how 200 Degrees Coffee reduced costs and administrative time by partnering with procurement experts, streamlining operations and improving efficiency.
How St Mary’s University’s catering team successfully re-connected with students||Discover how universities are winning students back with fresh, flexible catering that truly meets their tastes, habits, and expectations.
Teddington Memorial Hospital shares benefits of Picnic online ordering app||Learn about Picnic, a tablet-based patient meal ordering solution designed for hospitals, streamlining meal orders and improving patient satisfaction and efficiency.
How Greensleeves Care Improved Quality and Cut Costs with Avendra International||Discover how Greensleeves Care Home cut costs, saved time, and improved food quality through strategic procurement and efficient catering management.
How to avoid costly mistakes when buying commercial catering equipment||Avoid costly mistakes when buying commercial catering equipment with expert tips on selecting the right products, managing budgets, and ensuring long-term value.
The fast and easy way to share allergen, nutrition and calorie information||Discover how The Food Checker simplifies sharing allergen, nutrition, and calorie info, making compliance fast and easy for food service providers.
5 practical tips to improve your food gross profit||Boost your food gross profit with these five practical tips to control costs, reduce waste, and maximise efficiency in your kitchen.
Guide: How to get benchmarking right||
8 key benefits of professional tendering||Explore the benefits of professional tendering, from cost savings to compliance, and learn how it streamlines procurement for better supplier partnerships.
Piranha – the simple solution to manage Food Allergens||Piranha makes food allergen management simple, helping food service providers ensure compliance and keep customers safe with ease.