NCASS (Nationwide Caterers Association)

NCASS (Nationwide Caterers Association) The UK's Trade Association for Caterers. Advice, law, & ways to trade safely, legally & profitably. We ask that everyone who uses this page respects that.

NCASS started out as MOCA, the Mobile & Outside Caterers Association in 1987 when a group of mobile caterers banded together to get a better deal for mobile catering businesses. Over time we developed tools and resources of value to all catering companies and to reflect that we became the Nationwide Caterers Association in 2005. We have been industry leaders in numerous fields, developing our own Due Diligence systems to the principles HACCP long before Safer Food Better Business, the first online level 3 training course, the first online sustainability in catering course and much more, all delivered to members at the lowest possible cost. In October 2013 we entered into a government sanctioned Primary Authority Partnership with Cherwell District environmental health to develop 'assured advice and guidance' for our members and for use by environmental health & enforcement officers, covering all aspects of our business, but also to act as a conduit between industry and enforcement/government, developing best practice and industry knowledge. We were also asked to join the Business Expert Food Hygiene Group by the Better Regulatory Delivery Office (part of the Dept of Business Industry & Skills). The BEFHG meets with industry experts and government representatives to advise on the impact on business of food hygiene regulation and the practicalities of its implementation. We are able to raise issues for discussion as well as commenting on issues relating to our customers and industry. This forum is open for all to use, however, it's main focus is to enable easy access for our customers to raise issues with us and discuss the industry. For this reason we ask that non-members do not post adverts or promotions on this page as we will remove them. Our members pay their hard earned money to be part of the association and their needs are our priority. We couldn't do what we do without them, their feedback and support.

🍕 Great food brings people together…Behind Derventio Wood-Fired Pizza Co. is a passion for hospitality, flavour and crea...
26/03/2026

🍕 Great food brings people together…

Behind Derventio Wood-Fired Pizza Co. is a passion for hospitality, flavour and creating memorable experiences at events of all kinds.

Founded in 2024 after decades of experience in the hotel and restaurant industry, the business combines traditional wood-fired pizza techniques with a chef’s creativity and attention to detail.

We spoke to the founder, Andrew Sutton, about the journey from hospitality professional to pizza specialist, the craft behind their 48-hour fermented dough, and why cooking pizza live at events adds something truly special to any celebration.

Hotel, Restaurant & Catering Show 2026: Shaping the Future of Hospitality - 30th March - 1st April.Join NCASS next week ...
26/03/2026

Hotel, Restaurant & Catering Show 2026: Shaping the Future of Hospitality - 30th March - 1st April.

Join NCASS next week as HRC 2026 returns this year to Excel London.

NCASS have partnered with HRC 2026 to deliver a packed programme of expert-led sessions exploring how to build, grow, and adapt successful hospitality and catering businesses.

Hear from NCASS members who will share real-world insight on street food success, moving from street trading to restaurants and back again, branding and marketing, partnering with pubs and how to serve success at festivals and events.

This is a must-attend event for hospitality professionals looking for practical advice, honest operator experience, and fresh ideas to help turn great food into a thriving business.

Register for your free trade pass below >>

📣 Our latest NCASS newsletter is here…From a wood-fired pizza success story to new sustainability tools, industry news a...
23/03/2026

📣 Our latest NCASS newsletter is here…

From a wood-fired pizza success story to new sustainability tools, industry news and member resources - there’s plenty to get stuck into. 🍕🌱

In this edition, we catch up with Derventio Wood-Fired Pizza Co. to hear how they’ve built a thriving mobile business, introduce our brand-new Sustainability Hub, and give you the chance to win some egg-cellent Easter prizes 🐣

Plus, you’ll find practical tips, member insights, compliance updates and the latest hospitality news to help your business stay informed, inspired and ahead of the game.

👉 Take a look at the full update

Fresh from the vegetable patch and bursting with springtime spirit, Eggwina has hopped onto the NCASS website with a bas...
20/03/2026

Fresh from the vegetable patch and bursting with springtime spirit, Eggwina has hopped onto the NCASS website with a basket full of surprises for three lucky winners this Easter!

Over the next three weeks, Eggwina will be popping up across our website like hidden Easter eggs, giving you THREE chances to win some egg-cellent prizes including:

- £50 Nisbets voucher
- £100 Booker voucher
- £100 Amazon Business voucher

Keep your eyes peeled… you never know where she might appear next! A hint: Eggwina likes clean kitchens – try looking where we talk about hygiene best practice.

Read the blog and our ts&cs: https://www.ncass.org.uk/news/easter-competition-can-you-find-eggwina-the-egg/

This week’s NCASS newsletter is packed with stories, updates and practical resources for independent hospitality busines...
16/03/2026

This week’s NCASS newsletter is packed with stories, updates and practical resources for independent hospitality businesses. We shine a spotlight on member Smokeyjoesbbq88 and celebrate Warren’s Ice Cream Ltd winning 'Mobiler of the Year 2026' at the Ice Cream Industry Awards. 🍦

📚 Member resources including a social media posting guide from our Fill More Tables series
🎨 A behind-the-scenes introduction to NCASS Lead Graphic Designer, Scott Darnley
🐣 A preview of our new Easter competition, launching next week!
📰 Hospitality news including Nisbets LIVE and the Cut VAT for Hospitality campaign
👨‍🍳 Updates on the young chef Dexter story

👉 Read the full update

If you’ve ever called NCASS HQ, chances are you’ve spoken to our Becky! Becky Gordon, Senior Membership Executive, has b...
11/03/2026

If you’ve ever called NCASS HQ, chances are you’ve spoken to our Becky!

Becky Gordon, Senior Membership Executive, has been supporting independent businesses for 6 years, helping them grow from a family kitchen to multi-site operations and celebrating every milestone along the way.

From DJing on Sigil Radio to experimenting with tacos 🌮, Becky brings passion and energy to everything she does.

Want to know her top tips for members, her proudest wins, and even her food truck name? Read the full Q&A with Becky below.

🔥This week’s NCASS update is packed with inspiration and industry insight.Our latest Member Spotlight shines a light on ...
09/03/2026

🔥This week’s NCASS update is packed with inspiration and industry insight.

Our latest Member Spotlight shines a light on The Black Sheep Grill - a fast-rising street food brand built on big flavour, festival crowds and a leap of faith just before lockdown. Discover the story behind their famous Jameson wings, jerk chicken creations and the journey from events experience to a thriving food business.

We’re also sharing:
🍴 A new food hall bringing 15 independent kitchens to Birmingham
📄 A faster way for members to send business documents through the dashboard
⚠️ Important LPG safety advice ahead of the busy events season
📣 Updates on hospitality policy, industry news and opportunities for traders

Plus tips, tools and resources to help your business grow.

👉 Read the full update

This International Women’s Day, we’re celebrating the incredible women behind independent catering businesses. 💜As Emma ...
08/03/2026

This International Women’s Day, we’re celebrating the incredible women behind independent catering businesses. 💜

As Emma from The Flying Saucer puts it:
“Being a female-founded and led business has allowed me to be my true, authentic self and build something centred around community, fun and a passion for living in the moment.”

Here’s to the women shaping our industry with authenticity, creativity and passion. ✨

Behind every street food business is a story of risk, resilience, and starting again.Before launching Truly Torta, Andy ...
04/03/2026

Behind every street food business is a story of risk, resilience, and starting again.

Before launching Truly Torta, Andy Dobbin spent more than a decade running a successful sandwich shop in Newcastle city centre. When COVID hit, the business - built over 12 years - came to an abrupt end, forcing him and his family to completely reset their lives.

After stepping away from hospitality, Andy eventually found his way back to food, inspired by time spent travelling through Mexico and learning directly from street vendors whose approach to flavour, technique and tradition left a lasting impression.

With limited resources but a clear vision, Truly Torta was born, focused on authentic Mexican tortas and a commitment to doing things properly rather than chasing trends.

In this Q&A, Andy reflects on rebuilding after loss, the lessons learned from Mexico’s street food culture, and what success looks like the second time around.

👉 Read the full interview

Last week, we joined industry leaders and hospitality businesses at a roundtable in the West Midlands and one message ca...
03/03/2026

Last week, we joined industry leaders and hospitality businesses at a roundtable in the West Midlands and one message came through loud and clear: the challenges facing hospitality are urgent and action is needed now.

Following this discussion, NCASS is proud to support a cross-sector letter to the Chancellor calling on the Government to:

✅ Cut VAT immediately
✅ Reduce National Insurance
✅ Deliver meaningful business rates reform

While the letter originated with hospitality businesses in the West Midlands, it represents the voice of the wider UK hospitality sector.

This is about standing together as one industry.

It’s not about special treatment, it’s about survival. Protecting jobs, supporting growth, safeguarding our high streets, and securing the future of one of the UK’s most vital sectors.

Now is the moment to act. Show your support for hospitality, jobs, growth, and local communities by adding your name.

🗓 Deadline: Wednesday 4 March
📣 Please sign the letter and share this widely to help strengthen our collective voice and drive immediate policy change.

Thank you for your continued support.

Read and sign the letter using the link below.

🌮 Your latest NCASS roundup is here!This week we're celebrating Andy Dobbin's incredible story behind Truly Torta, getti...
02/03/2026

🌮 Your latest NCASS roundup is here!

This week we're celebrating Andy Dobbin's incredible story behind Truly Torta, getting the inside scoop from an EHO on what inspectors really look for, and diving into the national conversation sparked by a 14-year-old chef.

Plus: LPG safety, allergy legal risks, training tips, a VAT campaign we need your support on, and some brilliant opportunities for food businesses to grow.

Tap the link to read the full newsletter 👇

🍽️ Support the Campaign to Cut VAT for Catering & Hospitality The hospitality sector needs your support.NCASS is backing...
25/02/2026

🍽️ Support the Campaign to Cut VAT for Catering & Hospitality

The hospitality sector needs your support.

NCASS is backing a national campaign - led by the NTIA and Institute of Hospitality - calling on the UK Government to reduce VAT for hospitality and the night-time economy, bringing the UK in line with Europe.

A targeted VAT cut would:
✅ Provide immediate relief to struggling businesses
✅ Stimulate customer demand
✅ Protect jobs across the sector
✅ Boost economic activity and generate long-term tax returns

Hospitality businesses are vital to our communities, culture, and local economies - and they need action now.

👉 Show your support and help make change happen: sign the petition today and add your voice.

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