News : butchers

Scotts of Carshalton uses Rationals to grow outside catering business
Recently, the outside catering business at Scotts of Carshalton has really taken off. On busy weekends staff can cater for up to twelve big buffets. Scotts has come a long way from the original family business of selling meat from a horse and cart. There are 8 chefs and 16 waiting staff for events, with extras drafted in as necessary, as well...

Butchers can be bakers and deli-counter makers
To make sure they keep their cut of the action, butchers are finding they need to diversify beyond selling simply fresh meat. One option is to introduce a deli-counter style operation to expand their customer base in this increasingly competitive market sector. Cooked meats, pies, pasties and sausage rolls are all popular options that can be made with ingredients...