Supplier price increases used to arrive quarterly, sometimes with written notice. In 2026, UK restaurant operators are dealing with price changes that arrive with the delivery van, sometimes mid-week, sometimes without warning, and sometimes on the same invoice as the previous price.
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Restaurant supply systems must be efficient to ensure fresh ingredients are available on time. But at the same time, challenges such as rising costs, supplier inefficiencies and waste management make this a daunting task.
