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BaxterStorey Ireland is a leading catering and hospitality company, delivering exceptional food, innovative service, and tailored dining experiences across a diverse range of sectors. From corporate workplaces and education to healthcare, retail, and large-scale events, we craft bespoke catering solutions that meet the unique needs of every client.
Our core values — Always Visionary, Forever Conscious, Wholeheartedly Positive, and Creatively Collaborative — are at the heart of everything we do. We are committed to innovation, sustainability, and creating positive, collaborative environments that inspire both our teams and the clients we serve.
Our people are our greatest asset. We invest in their growth and development through industry-leading programs such as the Management Development Programme (MDP) and Chef Academy, fostering a culture of continuous learning and career progression. Our inclusive initiatives, like the RISE Women’s Network, Menopause Champions, and Mental Health First Aiders, ensure every team member feels supported and empowered.
Operating across diverse sectors allows us to bring a wealth of experience and creativity to every project, enabling us to deliver exceptional dining experiences tailored to varied audiences. Recognised with prestigious accolades such as Overall Excellence in HR, Best Private Sector HR Initiative, and the IBE Keep Well Awards, we are proud to lead the way in employee wellness, inclusivity, and innovation.
At BaxterStorey Ireland, we don’t just provide catering — we create memorable experiences, build strong partnerships, and continuously raise the standard for sustainability and innovation in hospitality.

At BWG Foodservice we’re passionate about quality, service and great value for money. Through our offering and expertise, along with our commitment to outstanding service, we aim to exceed customer expectations. One of our key strengths is our local presence around the country meaning we are always close to you, no matter where your business is. Our unique position in the Irish marketplace is led by our local workforce of passionate foodservice experts who take great pride in serving our customers and are supported by one of the largest sales teams in the industry.

Excel is an award-winning and leading recruitment agency which holds a database of over 1,500 clients, 100,000 candidates and a team of over 110 expert recruiters. With five offices located in Dublin, Kildare, Cork, Galway and Belfast, Excel has rapidly become the largest hospitality recruitment firm in Ireland. Operating in the areas of both temporary and permanent employment, we can recruit chefs, bar, and waiting staff across the island of Ireland. Our team of highly skilled consultants have a wealth of experience from years of working in a variety of diverse hospitality professions. All of our recruiters come from the industries in which they specialise, and we conduct a number of hospitality upskilling courses which are available through our sister companies Future Proof Training and the Irish Barista Academy. These courses provide the highest level of in-depth training based on decades of experience in the hospitality sector. Our professional service team can hire & train your staff to the highest standards based on the needs and style of your establishment. The success of our company is a reflection of the quality and capability of our people and how they adapt to our clients ever-changing needs. Ultimately, Our role is to help you excel.