Exhibiting at HRC London 2025 (Hotel, Restaurant, Catering)

Chapple & Jenkins Ltd is a well-established foodservice wholesaler based in Bristol, United Kingdom. With decades of experience in supplying a wide range of ambient foods, beverages, confectionery, and catering essentials, the company has carved a reputable niche within the South West England food supply chain. Known for its personalized service and flexible distribution model, Chapple & Jenkins caters to a diverse clientele that includes schools, care homes, cafes, hospitality venues, and independent retailers.

Core Business

Chapple & Jenkins operates as a multi-category food and non-food wholesaler, offering tailored supply solutions to businesses across the hospitality, education, and public sector. Their primary services revolve around bulk food supply, storage, order fulfilment, and distribution of catering equipment and cleaning products.

The company runs its own warehousing and distribution logistics, allowing greater flexibility in order management and delivery schedules. It focuses on building long-term client relationships with a hands-on and responsive business approach.

Product and Service Offerings

Chapple & Jenkins offers a comprehensive portfolio of over 2,500 SKUs, categorized into:

• Confectionery: Full range of popular and niche candy, chocolates, and sweets for retail and foodservice channels
• Ambient and Dried Goods: Cereals, canned goods, pasta, sauces, and bakery items
• Beverages: Soft drinks, energy drinks, juices, and a selection of alcoholic beverages
• Catering Equipment and Disposables: Foil containers, takeaway boxes, utensils, and kitchen consumables
• Cleaning and Janitorial Products: Surface cleaners, dishwashing liquids, paper towels, and sanitizers

This product variety allows the company to be a one-stop procurement solution for many of its B2B customers.

Specialisation and USP

Key differentiators of Chapple & Jenkins include:

• Local distribution expertise with rapid and reliable delivery service across Bristol and surrounding regions
• Low minimum order thresholds, making it accessible to smaller hospitality clients and independents
• Strong B2B relationships built on consistent service, account management, and custom order solutions
• Diversified stock portfolio, enabling cross-category consolidation of supply for hospitality businesses

Financial Strength

As a privately held enterprise, detailed financials are not publicly disclosed. However, the company has sustained operations across economic cycles and continues to serve institutional clients like schools and care providers—indicating a stable cash flow and a loyal customer base. It has weathered post-Brexit supply chain changes and the pandemic’s impact on hospitality with resilience.

Shipment and Export Records

Chapple & Jenkins operates predominantly as a domestic wholesaler within the UK. There is no record of international export activity, according to trade data sources like Trademo and ImportYeti. Their logistical model focuses on regional fulfilment via own delivery fleet and partnerships with local couriers for rural and time-sensitive drops.

Target Market

The company serves:

• Education sector: Schools, nurseries, and academies
• Health & Social Care: Care homes and assisted living facilities
• Hospitality: Cafes, pubs, B&Bs, and small restaurants
• Independent retailers: Corner shops and specialist grocers

Their market position as a responsive, mid-sized wholesaler allows them to service both high-volume institutional clients and smaller local operators.

Capabilities

• Full-service warehouse with dry and ambient storage capacity
• Proprietary delivery fleet servicing Bristol and nearby counties
• Custom order packaging for different client segments
• Product sourcing and substitution capabilities based on client demand

Certifications and Compliance

• Compliant with UK Food Standards Agency regulations for food storage and transport
• Approved supplier for local education authorities and care networks
• Adheres to HACCP standards for hygiene and food handling procedures

Customer Testimonials

“We’ve relied on Chapple & Jenkins for over 10 years—always reliable, and they go out of their way to help when we’re in a pinch.”
– Head Cook, Local Bristol Primary School

“Great range, fast deliveries, and real people on the phone. Makes a big difference to small independents like us.”
– Café Owner, Clifton Village

Major Achievements

• Preferred supplier status for multiple Bristol-area care homes and school contracts
• Successfully implemented next-day delivery for regular customers
• Maintained 98%+ service fulfilment rate even during peak lockdown demand periods
• Expanded product lines to include eco-friendly disposables and gluten-free options in 2022

Chapple & Jenkins Ltd remains a trusted, agile, and community-focused wholesaler serving the everyday needs of the regional foodservice and retail ecosystem.