Nestlé Professional, the Out-of-Home enterprise arm of Nestlé Nigeria, has prolonged its flagship Business of Food workshop collection to Bauchi State, empowering over 250 meals distributors, canteen operators, grillers, and caterers with important culinary and enterprise abilities to thrive in Nigeria’s rising foodservice sector.
Now in its eleventh version, the Business of Food workshop is Nestlé Professional’s platform for empowering micro, small, and medium-scale meals distributors with the talents and confidence to run worthwhile, sustainable companies whereas serving meals which can be each nutritious and ready to the very best hygiene requirements.
Designed in response to the challenges confronted by operators in Nigeria’s vibrant however extremely aggressive foodservice sector, this system blends hands-on culinary coaching, enterprise administration insights, and peer-to-peer networking. Since its launch, it has reached greater than 2,600 meals distributors in 11 states, serving to them improve their menus, develop buyer loyalty, and enhance their livelihoods.
Speaking on the occasion, Ibraheem Awelenje, Business Manager, Nestlé Professional Nigeria, shared the imaginative and prescient behind the initiative: “Our goal is to see food vendors in Nigeria not just survive but thrive. Bauchi’s food entrepreneurs are deeply rooted in tradition, yet eager to innovate, and this excites us. By connecting them with practical skills, new ideas, and a network of peers, we’re investing in businesses that feed families, create jobs, and preserve our rich culinary heritage. This is how we make more possible, one vendor, one community at a time.”
Held in partnership with the Bauchi State Association of Caterers and Food Vendors, the workshop featured sensible periods on menu planning, hygiene, pricing, customer support, and meals styling. Attendees additionally benefited from a reside Masterclass led by famend Nigerian chef, Chef Paulina, who demonstrated elevated approaches to beloved native dishes corresponding to Dafadukan Shinkafa Da Awara.
The day culminated in an thrilling cooking problem, the place individuals showcased their abilities and creativity. Judges offered suggestions on style, plating, and presentation and celebrated all of the winners.
Also talking on the occasion, Justina Stephen a participant within the workshop and Head Cook and Managing Director of Justfine Restaurants, shared her expertise: “I am really excited about today’s program and honestly grateful to Nestle. The training has opened my eyes to possibilities I never considered before and showed me how to better plan my menu and even price my meals to increase my profit. It has been a very good experience.”
By deepening its funding in native meals ecosystems, Nestlé Professional continues to champion inclusive {economic} development, vitamin, and entrepreneurial resilience throughout Nigeria’s foodservice panorama.
“At Nestlé, our purpose is to unlock the power of food to enhance quality of life for everyone, today and for generations to come. Business of Food is one of the many ways we bring that purpose to life,” added Mr. Awelenje.
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About Nestlé Nigeria
Nestlé Nigeria is among the largest meals and beverage firms in Africa. The Company’s function is to unlock the facility of meals to boost high quality of life for everybody immediately and for generations to come back. For over 62 years of its operation in Nigeria, Nestlé has delighted customers round Nigeria by persistently delivering top quality nutritious meals and drinks underneath its iconic manufacturers: MAGGI, MILO, GOLDEN MORN, NESTLÉ PURELIFE, CERELAC, NESCAFÉ and NIDO.
With 3 manufacturing websites, 7 department places of work and a head workplace situated in Lagos, Nestlé Nigeria is a power for good, serving to to enhance the wellbeing and livelihood of people and households to construct thriving communities whereas taking motion to guard the planet.
About Nestlé Professional
Nestlé Professional is the Out-of-Home arm of Nestlé and it focuses on offering modern, high-quality meals and beverage options to the out-of-home, or foodservice, trade in Nigeria. This division caters to a variety of consumers, together with eating places, motels, cafes, places of work, catering firms, espresso retailers and different meals service suppliers.
Our Vision is “To be the trusted accomplice of alternative in Out-of-Home, by offering Affordable & Nutritious Food and Beverage Solutions that assist our prospects win.
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Toritseju Egbebi
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