catering

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When it comes to food preparation, having sub-standard processing equipment can often lead to sub-standard food, and in some cases can even present a danger to its operators and customers.

So when we were asked by a locally-renowned butchers in Dudley to help provide finance for a new state-of-the-art mincing machine, we knew how important it was that this butcher could get the new equipment needed, and in a timely fashion.

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The Pier Inn is one of Whitby’s harbour front’s gems, known locally for excellent food and a great atmosphere. Based right on the harbour’s edge, The Pier Inn sports 7 cosy rooms to hire, stunning views, and a hearty breakfast – partly thanks to Johnson Reed. Recently we were approached by supplier Brakes Catering Equipment … Read more

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In just under 2 months takeaway owners from across the country will descend into London for the biggest takeaway expo in the country. Over 5,000 takeaway owners are expected to attend, and with many business owners and entrepreneurs exhibiting, all trying to pitch for their much sought-after business.

Topics of discussion over the exhibition will include health & safety, restaurant furniture, catering equipment, the growing use of technology, social media, food marketing, franchising, and more.

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AT LAST!! Common Sense in the Finance Market

Johnson Reed Chip Shop Finance are offering a full range of finance options tailored for the chip shop and take away industry. With the present economic climate combined with the reduced lending from the banks some companies are still finding it difficult to move forward when it comes to financing their new frying range.

Johnson Reed have 15 years of experience in helping companies gain the equipment leasing and hire purchase they need to expand and grow. With the backing of their own funds and access to 13 independent lenders, many of which are none high street names, they can provide maximum flexibility in terms of achieving acceptances and providing very competitive prices that will complement any existing banking relationship. Director, Mark Johnson commented; acceptance rates are currently running at a fantastic 92% and we can have decisions approved within hours!

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When it comes to steak, there’s no bull at The Saracens Head Steakhouse! Run by couple Graeme & Rachel Fulton, The Steakhouse is a newly-refurbished and re-branded pub based in Stoke, with a growing reputation for the best steak around (if you don’t believe us, Trip Advisor gives them a 5/5 rating, and lists them as the 3rd best restaurant out of 267 in Stoke).

When we were approached to provide finance for a new kitchen refurbishment to replace their old kit, we were eager to get our teeth into the project and help The Steakhouse get their new place up to scratch.

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Niche Food & Drink Ltd are a brand new restaurant chain-to-be in the London Islington/Clerkenwell divide. Set up by two friends and marked by their unique twist on traditional British food, Niche are poised to be the next big cool-and-quirky thing in London’s food scene.

Niche’s new restaurant is based on Rosebery Avenue, and a quick look at their gallery makes the venue look like a place that isn’t to be missed if you love food!

All of this is why when we were asked to finance kitchen and refrigeration equipment, we were more than happy to oblige!

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At Johnson Reed, we are always active in the business and social marketing fields. After all, networking in the right quarters can be the source of much needed new contacts and business wins. So we’re pleased to report that we have recently teamed up with two associations in the catering world. We are now full … Read more

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When you think of the word Dantes, you might automatically associate it with the word inferno – the famous journey of Dante Alighieri through hell, guided by the Roman poet Virgil. This couldn’t be further from the truth though in describing Dantes at the Halfway House. The only way you could possibly connect this Mediterranean-themed … Read more

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We told you last month about the funbus that we funded for Bucklebury Farm Park in Berkshire. Although it was acquired from a private vendor, our National Accounts Manager on the catering side, David Gadsden, managed to secure a cool £20,000 of our resources for the bus for this popular family venue to use for … Read more

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A recent review of the Kings Head at Yoxford near Saxmundham, Suffolk, said, “Great choice of food, very good quality and value. We visited on a Friday night and there were about 16 of us. Somehow the chef managed to bring our menu choices out all together, that must have taken some doing. The food … Read more