Chef de la Maison

Last updated: 12/12/2025

This statement is made pursuant to the Modern Slavery Act 2015 and sets out the steps that Chef de la Maison has taken, and continues to take, to ensure that modern slavery and human trafficking are not taking place in our business or supply chains.

1. Our Business

Chef de la Maison is a UK-based hospitality and catering business providing café services, corporate catering, buffets, and event catering. We are committed to operating responsibly and ethically in all aspects of our business.

2. Our Commitment

Chef de la Maison has a zero-tolerance approach to modern slavery, forced labour, and human trafficking. We are committed to acting ethically, transparently, and with integrity in all business dealings and relationships, and to implementing effective systems and controls to safeguard against any form of modern slavery.

3. Our Supply Chains

Our supply chains include:

• Food and beverage suppliers

• Catering and hospitality wholesalers

• Equipment and packaging suppliers

• Professional and support services

We expect all suppliers and partners to uphold the same high standards of ethical behaviour and to comply with all applicable laws relating to employment, human rights, and working conditions.

4. Policies and Procedures

We have policies and procedures in place to help prevent modern slavery, including:

• Fair recruitment and employment practices

• Right-to-work checks for all employees

• Compliance with UK employment law, including minimum wage and working time regulations

• Clear reporting processes for concerns or suspected wrongdoing

5. Due Diligence

To identify and mitigate risks of modern slavery, we:

• Work with reputable suppliers and partners

• Seek assurances that suppliers comply with relevant employment and labour laws

• Review supplier practices where appropriate

• Reserve the right to terminate relationships where ethical standards are not met

6. Training and Awareness

We aim to ensure that management and relevant staff understand the risks of modern slavery within the hospitality and catering sector and know how to raise concerns should they arise.

7. Reporting Concerns

All employees, contractors, and suppliers are encouraged to report any concerns related to modern slavery or unethical conduct. Any concerns raised will be treated seriously, confidentially, and investigated appropriately.

8. Continuous Improvement

Chef de la Maison is committed to continuously improving our practices and reviewing our policies to ensure they remain effective and compliant with legal and ethical standards.