Foodservice inflation for June 2025: why benchmarking matters more than ever in a volatile market

The latest data from industry analysts and mainstream media reveals that the UK foodservice sector saw a significant resurgence of inflationary pressures in June 2025. Across categories such as meat, dairy, and fruit, costs are climbing once again – putting added strain on already tight procurement budgets.

In times like these, when price volatility is high and cost control is critical, benchmarking becomes one of the most powerful tools organisations have at their disposal.

At Quenelles, we support teams across a wide range of sectors – including education, business & industry, and healthcare – by helping them assess how their prices compare to national averages. By benchmarking purchasing data against the broader market, we equip catering and procurement teams with the insight they need to make smarter, more informed decisions.

Whether it’s identifying a supplier outlier, highlighting an opportunity to consolidate spend, or simply having the confidence to negotiate more assertively, benchmarking gives organisations the clarity they need to respond strategically – not reactively – to inflation.

We’ve helped hundreds of teams unlock value in their contracts, challenge inconsistencies in pricing, and keep their supply chain spend in check. It’s not just about cutting costs – it’s about building resilient, data-informed strategies that stand up even when the market shifts.

As data shows, those market shifts are very much here. Inflation is returning, and for the foodservice sector, that means now is the time to review your procurement strategy.

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The Quenelles team