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Short-Term & Emergency Cover

If you usually cook in-house but find yourself suddenly short-staffed, we offer seamless temporary catering solutions to keep your nursery running smoothly, without missing a beat.

Cover For Every Scenario

From unexpected emergencies to planned celebrations, we integrate effortlessly into your setting for exactly as long as you need us.

Emergency Cover

Sudden staff illness, resignation, or an unexpected kitchen equipment failure? Step in with our ready-to-eat hot meal deliveries at short notice to ensure children remain fed safely.

Maternity & Holidays

Ensure a seamless dining experience during planned staff absences. We'll handle the cooking, dietary requirements, and prep while your in-house team takes a well-deserved rest.

Special Occasions

Want to do something special without stressing your kitchen? We provide bespoke catering for one-off events, including traditional Christmas meals, summer parties, and graduation feasts.

Festive & Cultural Menus

Special Occasion Examples

Take a look at some of our previous special event menus. We can cater to all major cultural, religious, and seasonal celebrations.

Eid Celebration

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Christmas Feast

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Fast & Secure Setup

How Temporary Cover Works

1

Fast-Track Or Consult

Use our new fast-track Self-Onboarding portal to configure your entire temporary period online in under 5 minutes, or call our team to handle it manually.

2

Temporary App Access

Even for short-term cover, safety is paramount. We instantly onboard you to our Customised Web App to securely log specific dietary requirements and access digital HACCP tools.

3

Stress-Free Daily Delivery

Freshly cooked meals arrive perfectly labelled. You'll update orders daily before 9:15 AM via the app, meaning you stay completely compliant and in control.

100% Compliant Relief

Temporary doesn't mean corners are cut. You get full access to our digital management system.

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Live Menus Allergen Data Digital HACCP
No Premium Rates

Standard Pricing Applies

We do not charge inflated "emergency fees". You receive the exact same highly competitive, transparent rates and benefits as our long-term partners.

No Daily Minimums & £0 Dietary Fees

Whether you need 5 emergency meals or 50, we enforce no daily minimum portion requirements. Furthermore, dietary alternatives are always provided at no extra cost.

£0 Surcharge Applied

Lunch Only

Essential nutrition

£2.75/ child
  • Main Course
  • Free Dietary Alternatives

Lunch & Dessert

Balanced meal

£3.50/ child
  • Lunch Package
  • Free Dietary Alternatives

Lunch & Light Tea

Afternoon boost

£4.25/ child
  • Lunch Package
  • Light Tea
  • Free Dietary Alternatives

Full Day Fuel

Total solution

£5.00/ child
  • Lunch & Dessert
  • Light Tea
  • Free Dietary Alternatives

Let's Get Your Cover Sorted.

Choose the path that works best for your setting. Fast-track your setup online instantly, or speak to our team to arrange urgent cover.

Fast-Track Setup

Happy with our pricing and ready to proceed? Use our secure portal to configure your package, customise your menu, digitally sign your agreement, and secure capacity instantly.

Launch Self-Onboarding

Custom Consultation

Need a bespoke proposal or just want to chat through our processes with an expert first? We are available via phone and email.