Here's a look back at what we've been doing

Since September we've had a lot going on so we're looking back at our favourite moments so far...

The Sodexo Star Awards

Sodexo staff from Southampton Solent University shone at the Sodexo Star Awards 2013 in London. It was an evening of wins for our Sodexo staff as we claimed three awards throughout the night. The Star Awards ceremony is held once a year to recognise the talent, dedication and loyalty of certain members of staff and teams across Sodexo.

Green Impact Awards

Wednesday 13th November, Sodexo collected two silver awards at the Green Impact Awards. Awards were present to Dawn & Natalie and we're going to tell you exactly what they're all about.

Who are Revive?

In today’s world, universities and higher educational institutions are very much part of the global community. Some of you may disagree. We're going to explain to you just how we are...

Fresher Than Ever

We've introduced the new Hot Cha Cha plate range from Steelite (made of Melamine) to add even more colour to our healthy options bar. A collection of hot Mediterranean and striking jewel colours, adding drama and style while creating an experience to remember. You couldn't say we don't treat you right eh?! 

Halloween at The Dock

We were in full Halloween mode at The Dock this year with a lot of treats (but no tricks) for the Solent University students. The Dock was given a full Halloween makeover with spiders and cobwebs covering the counters and pumpkins grinning out at all of our customers. The traditional orange faces had been carved by our very own chefs.

The Growth of Social Media

Social Media & Marketing Manager Marc Jaytin speaks to Looking Ahead Magazine.

Social Media at Southampton Solent University

A former Southampton Solent University student who helped to promote Sodexo during her course has landed a part-time social media job with the company. Broadcast journalism graduate Heather Kemp interviewed Sodexo social media and marketing manager Marc Jaytin for the university’s in-house radio station Radio Sonar. Read on for more

Family Fun Day for Stop Hunger

On Sunday 18th August, Test Park held it's first charity family fun day in aid of Stop Hunger and Sport Solent in the community. Read on for more details...

The FA Cup comes to Test Park

On Saturday 17th August Test Park saw its first ever FA Cup game. Team Solent played AFC Porchester and although Team Solent didn't win, a fantastic day was had by all.

Look out For The MSC Logo

Look out for the MSC logo on our menus as when you see this logo on our menus you'll know that our fish is MSC certified. All MSC labelled seafood comes from and can be traced back to, a sustainable fishery.

One of our most popular dishes is the Breaded Hake & Chips. The hake in this dish is MSC certified and as is a lot of our other fish dishes available from the Dock restaurant. 

Look out for the MSC logo on our menus for the new term.

Watch the Marine Stewardship Council in action on You Tube

Marine Stewardship Council

Or visit their website www.msc.org

Happy Birthday Eco Ernie

Who is Eco Ernie?

Eco Ernie is a Southampton Solent University scheme which in 2013 celebrated its fifth year of cleaning up the streets in the Polygon area of the city centre with bespoke recycling collections.

It is run by Solent Students Union and community volunteers in partnership with Southampton Solent University, Southampton City Council, Bag It Up and local charities.

As this year was a special one Eco Ernie called upon the services of our very own Natalie McIntyre to produce a suitable birthday cake. The cake was a big success and I can tell you first hand that it tasted great!

See more photos from this event here Solent Official - Facebook

The Food for Life Catering Award

Sodexo achieves Food for Life Catering Mark at Southampton Solent University. We have been awarded the prestigious Bronze Food for Life Catering Mark by the Soil Association for the contract here at Solent University. 

The accreditation recognises restaurants and caterers that serve fresh food which is free from controversial additives and better for animal welfare.

Sodexo already holds the Food for Life Bronze Catering Mark for serving fresh and healthy meals in all of the UK primary schools where it operates.

Caterers with the Bronze Catering Mark serve seasonal meals which are freshly prepared and free from additives including MSG, tartazine and aspartame. No GM ingredients are used and all eggs are cage-free hens.

Follow this link to find out more about the Soil Association: Soil Association

The Good Egg Award

Awarded to Sodexo in June 2013

We are proud to announce that we have been awarded the Good Egg Award through Compassion in World Farming.

What does this mean?

It means we are committed to use cage-free eggs or egg products in all of our dishes here at Southampton Solent University.

So be safe in the knowledge that we only use free range eggs and this is another step towards delivering the very best in quality to our customers.

Read all about the Good Egg Award and what it does: The Good Egg Award