Shropshire’s general manager shines at Contract Catering Awards

Contract Catering Awards 2025
Hot on the heels of their success at this year’s APPG (All Party Parliamentary Group) Excellence in School Food Awards, Shropshire Council’s Shire Services Catering, has once again demonstrated its commitment to excellence. This time, the spotlight is on Shire Services’ general manager, Susan Vuli, who has won the prestigious ‘People Development’ category at the Contract Catering Award ceremony held in London on 3 March.

Susan Vuli collecting her People Development award at the Contract Catering Award ceremony in London.
Susan Vuli’s achievement is a testament to her transparent and collaborative management style, which has significantly enhanced staff performance and wellbeing. Facing tough competition from other nominees, Susan’s dedication to fostering a positive work environment has earned her national recognition.
Tanya Miles, Executive Director at Shropshire Council, expressed her delight at Susan’s success:
I am thrilled that Susan Vuli’s inspirational leadership style has been recognised on a national scale, adding another well-deserved award to our Shire Services’ trophy cabinet. Susan’s enthusiasm and commitment to the team have boosted staff morale, improved the uptake of school meals, and enhanced service provision.
Susan’s nomination was the only one from a local authority, making her achievement even more significant. Her innovative approach to people development has set a benchmark in the industry, and her success is a source of pride for Shropshire Council.
The Contract Catering Awards celebrate outstanding achievements in the catering industry, recognising individuals and teams who have made significant contributions to their organisations. Susan’s award highlights the importance of effective leadership and the positive impact it can have on staff and service quality.
To find out more about the Contract Catering Awards and see the other winning nominees, follow this link https://www.contractcateringawards.co.uk/the-awards-2025