Team

Awesome People

Working extraordinarily hard to deliver amazing food and service will always remain at the heart of what we do. This is only made possible because of the outstanding people in our teams. We never lose sight of the fact that it is our talented people that turn our promises into reality, they reflect our values and culture, are honest, hardworking and have fun!

At abm catering we understand that, like our clients, each employee is unique. This is why we provide a dynamic work environment in which to develop their strengths. Our highly motivated team will bring energy and creativity to your business. Supported by our tailored training programme that encourages our people to think outside the box and keep pushing boundaries.

Sue Johnson

Managing Director

Sue is a Founder Director of abm catering and with over 30 years’ experience takes a strategic overview of the business as a whole, making sure we are delivering on our promises to existing clients and making the most of every new tender. Sue sets the tone for the company; straight talking, honest, hardworking and lots of fun! When not in work Sue has a passion for thoroughbred horses and fine restaurants, her favourite restaurants are a Vie De Chateaux in Naas and the Santa Lucia in Deauville.

Neil Floyd

Group Finance Director

Neil has overall responsibility for Finance within abm catering having qualified at PricewaterhouseCoopers. He has broad leadership experience gained through roles at Punch Taverns and a Procurement Consultancy working in the food, drink and leisure sectors. He spends time outside work camping with his family, blindly supporting West Bromwich Albion and is partial to a chicken bhuna.

Paul Smith

Stadia & Venue Director

With over 30 years experience within the catering industry, Paul is our expert in Stadia & Venue Management. Paul is very positive with a can do attitude which is often drawn upon in his spare time when he enjoys a round or two of golf.

Simon Willis

Operations Director, South

Simon has over 35 years’ experience and knowledge within the industry having started his career as a chef in the Army, straight from school. Simon has a passion for fresh, innovative food and a fantastic service. His spare time is spent with his family, enjoying the occasional glass of New Zealand Sauvignon Blanc and working towards his dream of one day having dinner at the French Laundry, Napa Valley.

Fiona Hopkinson

Operations Director, Midlands & North

Fiona like many of our team has 30 years experience within the catering industry and manages our business in the Midlands and North. When Fiona’s not at work, her time is spent with her two boys, her dog Charlie, cycling, motor biking and generally having lots of fun and laughter!

Steve Ross

Sales Director

Steve has worked in the food service industry for over 35 years, from a chef background he moved on to operational management and then into business development. He has a wealth of experience within abm and outside work he follows the mighty Arsenal and enjoys the “occasional” round of golf.

David Croshaw

Sales Director

Dave has over 30 years experience in retail and contract catering, working in both Operations and Sales. He is passionate about quality catering in schools and for students to lead a healthy lifestyle. Dave is a family man who loves exotic holidays, eating out and is a keen photographer.

Sue Hill

Finance Director - Operations

Sue ensures that we deliver our financial obligations to our clients, whilst managing our rigorous audit, internal controls and management reporting; to safeguard the financial performance of the company and that of our clients. Sue also oversees our Payroll and Human Resource Teams. When she isn’t working hard Sue loves good food and travel, her idea of heaven is to combine the two as much as possible!

Other Key Personnel

Sam Kilgour

Operations HR Manager

Sam is the Operations HR Manager for abm. She manages the HR function for the business and works closely with the Operations and onsite teams. Sam ensures that we are legally compliant and that our visitors, staff and clients always receive the best service. When not at work Sam likes to spend time with her daughter and enjoys weekends in the great outdoors; exploring the Derbyshire Dales and the Peak District.

Clare Hanna

Health & Safety Manager

Clare is the Health and Safety Manager for abm. She ensures that all of our staff are kept safe from harm and that the necessary procedures are in place to guarantee all of the food we serve is safe. In her spare time Clare enjoys being creative. She loves painting on silks and is currently completing a diploma in Fashion Design!

Diane Broad

Head of Procurement

Diane engages with and evaluates suppliers to the business, negotiating contracts and reviewing product quality and service. She ensures suppliers work in partnership with the business providing the highest level of quality to our clients. When not in work Diane supports her son’s local U13 rugby team, partakes in horse riding and following the mighty Potters!

Richard Bowden

Development Chef

Richard is our Development Chef who supports clients with the development of menus and their food offer. In addition, Richard works alongside Diane with input into Procurement for the business, from a chefs perspective.

Richard is an award winning chef with over 20 Years’ experience, when he isn’t cooking up a storm in the kitchen he loves to cook for friends and family, travel and is a keen photographer – which compliments his talents nicely.

Ian Southwell

Development Chef

Ian is our Development Chef who supports our clients with the development of menus and their food offer. Ian loves to hold cooking workshops and teach other his culinary techniques.

With over 25 years’ experience in the kitchen, Ian is proud to have won gold at Olympia when first starting his career. When he isn’t being creative with food, Ian is always kept on his toes with two keen young chefs at home. Away from the kitchen he is a passionate runner on the track during Summer and running on the fells in Winter for his local athletic club.

Awesome People

Sue Johnson

Neil Floyd

Paul Smith

Simon Willis

Fiona Hopkinson

Steve Ross

David Croshaw

Sue Hill

Other Key Personnel

Sam Kilgour

Clare Hanna

Diane Broad

Richard Bowden

Ian Southwell

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Team

Awesome People

Sue Johnson

Neil Floyd

Paul Smith

Simon Willis

Fiona Hopkinson

Steve Ross

David Croshaw

Sue Hill

Other Key Personnel

Sam Kilgour

Clare Hanna

Diane Broad

Richard Bowden

Ian Southwell

Making A Difference

Latest News

Have a question? Contact us online

Have a question?
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