Mellors Catering Services( Mellors) was founded in 1995 by Tim Timmerman and his son Mark, emerging as an independent, family-owned contract caterers from Mellors Bakery, which began in 1840 in Southport, England. Originally from Holland, Tim was a baker by trade and moved to the UK on an exchange program, later starting his own company by purchasing the bakery. Today, owner Mark Timmerman operates the catering company with CEO, Tony Trainor, attributing its quirky culture to a deeprooted Dutch heritage – a competitive advantage Tony describes as inimitable.“ Our culture and our history are unmatched,” Tony tells Food Chain.“ It cannot be copied. The quirkiness of our Dutch legacy is what makes us a unique, fun, school meals provider. We shy away from being too corporate, while remaining friendly and professional. Offering bespoke, tailored menus designed to meet individual tastes and preferences, ensuring we serve fresh, tasty, and nutritious meals for schools and educational settings- leaving taste buds tingling!” Mellors operates in over 360 sites across the North, Midlands and South of England, displaying impressive growth since its humble beginnings over 30 years ago.