John Fleming joins Thomas Franks

Thomas Franks, the UK’s leading family-owned catering partner, has appointed John Fleming as Regional Managing Director for Scotland.

John is an award-winning chef with experience at Michelin star restaurants, hotels, stadia, and foodservice locations. Most recently, he was Head of Food (Scotland) at BaxterStorey.

At Thomas Franks, John will oversee food and operations for the company’s Scotland business which comprises clients such as Edinburgh Airport, Cushman & Wakefield and many of the country’s leading independent schools.

Blain Shepherd, UK Managing Director for Thomas Franks, said: “John was the outstanding candidate to lead our Scottish business. He will be building on strong foundations; we are fortunate to have some prestigious locations and great clients in the country, with whom we have trusted and longstanding partnerships. I know John is looking forward to getting into the thick of it as soon as possible, and I am confident that his leadership will fuel an exciting period of growth for Thomas Franks in Scotland.”

John Fleming, said: “I have admired Thomas Franks from afar for many years. They have a deep commitment to Scotland, its people and its produce, which aligns with my own values and ethos. I am looking forward to travelling across the country, meeting the team and helping to further enhance Thomas Franks’ stellar reputation in my home country of Scotland.”

John joins the company on 6th May 2025 and will report to Blain Shepherd, UK Managing Director.