Caterforce appoints Pioneer MD Graham Jenkins as chairman

Caterforce has appointed Graham Jenkins, managing director of Pioneer Foodservice, as its chairman.

Graham Jenkins (left) with Gary Mullineux, managing director of Caterforce.

Pioneer Foodservice joined Caterforce back in 1992 and today it is one of nine member companies with a collective turnover of over £800 million.

With a history dating back to 1878, Pioneer Foodservice offers a range of more than 4,000 products, from fresh meat and fish, frozen foods and groceries to cleaning products and tableware.

It has three depots – in Carlisle, Harrington and Gateshead – and delivers to customers in the north of England and southern Scotland. Its customer base includes pubs, restaurants, hotels, cafes, takeaways, canteens, and leisure clubs, as well as the education and healthcare sectors.

Caterforce is one of the biggest independent foodservice buying groups in the UK and Ireland whose collective strength means that we can supply the best products at the right price, including our Chefs’ Selections own label.

Published Date: March 24, 2025
Category: Wholesale Industry News