Jean Renton, chief executive of Sodexo UK & Ireland, said the move supported the company’s ambition to become the market leader in the food and support services in the UK and Ireland.
“Ming brings with him a strong track record in driving growth, innovation and operational excellence with a people focused approach,” she said.
“Through all of our food brands we are delivering on our promise to provide expertly crafted food solutions which support our clients in a whole range of sectors.
“Ming’s proven commitment to operational excellence along with his people-focused approach will help elevate our proposition as we continue to deliver food excellence.”
Ming added: “Sodexo has a long culinary history and I am looking forward to supporting the business and its talented teams in reaffirming its heritage through the delivery of the food solutions which not only delight guests but that are innovative and market leading, blending the craft of cookery with new technologies that are seeing the industry shift from food services to food intelligence.”
Sodexo’s range of corporate food offers includes:
The Good Eating Company: bespoke high-end workplace dining solutions with a focus on quality, ESG and crafting exceptional food experiences
Fooditude: delivered-in food services model for kitchen-less offices offering seasonal, fresh, cooked-from-scratch buffet-style meals, prepped centrally and finished on-site
Modern Recipe: a contemporary all day corporate dining offer designed to foster connections, promote health and well-being with dishes developed using sustainably sourced ingredients
Kitchen Works: dining offer with menus focused on convenience, value, taste, nutrition and freshness, served in an environment where guests can truly relax and disconnect.