Trafford Leisure goes local for new leisure centre catering contract
An independent small business in Altrincham has been chosen as the provider for the new catering contract at the refurbished local leisure facility.
Most Bakery, has been chosen as the new food and beverage provider for Trafford Leisure’s move Altrincham facility, which is set to open soon after a £20m overhaul.
The decision to select Most Bakery followed a comprehensive selection process, conducted in collaboration with Trafford Council and Trafford Leisure’s health colleagues, with local café operators invited to submit proposals that aligned with the goals of improving health outcomes and achieving net zero by 2038. The thorough process included a review of menu proposals and business plans, due diligence checks, mystery visits to assess customer service and operational standards, and formal interviews to evaluate sustainability, financials and health initiatives.
Jo Cherrett is CEO of Trafford Leisure, a community interest company wholly owned by Trafford Council, which manages leisure in Trafford on behalf of the council, said the deal was “an important milestone” for the reopening of move Altrincham following its £20 million refurbishment.
“We are thrilled to have found the right local food and beverage partner that compliments our brand’s vision to inspire and create opportunities for the people of Trafford to move more
and live longer, healthier and happier lives.
“Deputy Leader of the Council, Councillor Catherine Hynes, and I recently visited Most Bakery in Altrincham, and we are both excited about the all-day, nutritious, healthy and exciting menu they will deliver for our customers. It’s already a firm favourite in Altrincham, where the husband and wife team create delicious artisan breads and pastries. Together, we are thrilled to redefine what food at a leisure centre can be! We can’t wait to savour the delicious offerings when Most Bakery opens at Move Altrincham!”
Picture (courtesy of Trafford Leisure) featuring Suze and Matt Townley, owners of MOST Bakery, Councillor Catherine Hynes, Deputy Leader, Trafford Council (red coat), and Jo Cherrett, CEO of Trafford Leisure (cream coat), during their recent visit to MOST Bakery in Altrincham.
