The Thomas Franks Group has secured Platinum Accreditation from Investors in People.
Founded by Frank and Emma Bothwell in 2004, Thomas Franks has developed a global reputation for serving exceptional seasonal dishes using fresh ingredients from locally sourced suppliers. The company has a significant presence across the UK with Education, Business & Industry, and Sports & Leisure divisions, and has a growing international profile.
Only 7% of organisations secure Platinum Accreditation, and successful applicants must evidence that everyone in the company is committed to the development of people through training, leadership and wellbeing.
Thomas Franks is renowned for its industry-leading training programme. Every member of staff is offered an individual assessment of their skills and a bespoke personal development plan. Internal training programmes led by Michelin-star chefs and experienced culinary directors have a 98% satisfaction rate. The company won Cateys in 2022 and 2023, and was named amongst The Sunday Times’ Best Places to Work in 2024.
Frank Bothwell, Founder and CEO, said: “Thomas Franks has always been – and will always be – about family. Our family includes local suppliers with whom we build strong and effective partnerships, the clients who trust us to deliver on our promise of serving exceptional food, and our team of committed staff who bring passion, talent and dedication to everything they do. I am humbled by this platinum accreditation from Investors in People and I will continue to fly the flag for businesses built on a foundation of kindness, integrity and fun.”