#26 Scott Morley on Food Education, Care, and Culture at Holroyd Howe

#26 Scott Morley on Food Education, Care, and Culture at Holroyd Howe

From Food Service Matters by Patrick McDermott

September 26, 2025 · 52 min

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Scott Morley discusses food education, care, and culture at Holroyd Howe, emphasizing fresh ingredients and sustainability in school catering.

Season 3, Episode 8 – Scott Morley on Food Education, Care, and Culture at Holroyd Howe This week on Food Service Matters, Patrick McDermott is joined by Scott Morley, Managing Director at Holroyd Howe — a company dedicated to serving fresh, nutritious food to independent schools across the UK. Scott’s career journey — from chef to MD — is built on a simple ethos: food education and care. In this episode, he shares candid insights into how Holroyd Howe is shaping the future of school catering: Why every meal is cooked from scratch using local, British ingredients How apprenticeships and clear career pathways give young chefs opportunities to grow — nationally and internationally Why listening to pupils’ evolving tastes, from high street trends to sports nutrition, is central to engagement How allergen management and sustainability have become non-negotiable in schools And why mindful dining starts with one rule: “Take what you want, eat what you take” It’s a grounded, practical, and inspiring conversation from a leader who has grown with the business — and continues to champion its mission of care. 🎧 Tune in now for lessons in leadership, food culture, and the future of school…

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Host: Patrick McDermott

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