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Leading Chefs Alain Roux and Michael Nizzero Join RATIONAL for Exclusive Hospitality Event

Leading Chefs Alain Roux and Michael Nizzero Join RATIONAL for Exclusive Hospitality Event

Press Release, RationalBy FCSI21st October 2026

Hospitality professionals are invited to experience an exclusive Rational live culinary masterclass featuring renowned chefs Alain Roux and Michael Nizzero of The Waterside Inn, one of the UK’s most celebrated…

Andy Politi to Share Healthcare Catering Expertise at Exclusive RATIONAL Demonstration

Andy Politi to Share Healthcare Catering Expertise at Exclusive RATIONAL Demonstration

Press Release, RationalBy FCSI14th October 2026

Healthcare catering professionals are invited to discover practical solutions to some of the sector’s most pressing challenges at an exclusive Rational demonstration hosted by healthcare catering specialist Andy Politi. Taking…

Fallow Founders Jack Croft and Will Murray Join RATIONAL Ambassador Programme

Fallow Founders Jack Croft and Will Murray Join RATIONAL Ambassador Programme

Press Release, RationalBy FCSI1st October 2026

Award-winning Fallow founders formalise long-standing partnership with RATIONAL. RATIONAL UK has announced that Jack Croft and Will Murray, co-founders of the Fallow Group of Restaurants, have joined its ambassador programme.…

Barchester Healthcare enhances resident dining experience with Rational cooking systems

Barchester Healthcare enhances resident dining experience with Rational cooking systems

Press Release, RationalBy FCSI29th September 2026

Barchester Healthcare is one of the UK’s leading care providers, operating more than 220 care homes across the country. At Farley Gardens in Bracknell, a purpose-built care home providing residential,…

RATIONAL Unites Industry Voices to Discuss the Future of School Food at Education Catering Event

RATIONAL Unites Industry Voices to Discuss the Future of School Food at Education Catering Event

Press Release, RationalBy FCSI16th September 2026

Penwortham Priory Academy in Lancashire has improved food quality, kitchen efficiency and working conditions through investment in Rational iCombi Pro combi-ovens and iVario advanced bratt pan cooking systems, helping its…

Penwortham Priory Academy enhances school catering with Rational cooking systems

Penwortham Priory Academy enhances school catering with Rational cooking systems

Press Release, RationalBy FCSI24th August 2026

Penwortham Priory Academy in Lancashire has improved food quality, kitchen efficiency and working conditions through investment in Rational iCombi Pro combi-ovens and iVario advanced bratt pan cooking systems, helping its…

RATIONAL pays tribute to Director Product Management Graham Kille ahead of retirement

RATIONAL pays tribute to Director Product Management Graham Kille ahead of retirement

Press Release, RationalBy FCSI18th August 2026

Rational UK & Ireland has paid tribute to Graham Kille ahead of his retirement on 31 August, bringing to a close a distinguished 25-year career with the business. Graham joined…

Rational Brings Education Catering Experts Together to Discuss New School Food Guidelines

Rational Brings Education Catering Experts Together to Discuss New School Food Guidelines

Press Release, RationalBy FCSI17th August 2026

With new School Food Guidelines set to come into force next year, Rational is kicking off the new academic year by bringing together experts from across the education catering sector…

RATIONAL and Bridor to Showcase Complete Breakfast Solution at Wembley Stadium

RATIONAL and Bridor to Showcase Complete Breakfast Solution at Wembley Stadium

Press Release, RationalBy FCSI21st July 2026

Foodservice operators from across the hospitality and catering sectors are invited to Wembley Stadium on 4 August, 2026 for a live breakfast showcase hosted by Rational UK and Bridor, demonstrating…

Campbell’s Eurospar Boosts Production and Consistency with RATIONAL

Campbell’s Eurospar Boosts Production and Consistency with RATIONAL

Press Release, RationalBy FCSI14th July 2026

Campbell’s Eurospar in Banbridge, Northern Ireland has strengthened its fresh food offering through investment in Rational’s iCombi Pro and iVario cooking systems, helping the family-run retailer increase production capacity, improve…

RATIONAL: Entire cleaning product range now phosphorus and phosphate-free

RATIONAL: Entire cleaning product range now phosphorus and phosphate-free

Press Release, RationalBy FCSI8th July 2026

Rational has revised the formulation of its cleaning products for older generations of combi ovens. This means that the tabs for the SelfCookingCenter (from 2004) and the CombiMaster Plus (from…

Rational Kitchen Barometer 2026: Data and trends for the future of professional kitchens

Rational Kitchen Barometer 2026: Data and trends for the future of professional kitchens

Press Release, RationalBy FCSI25th June 2026

Catering and hotel kitchens around the world are under enormous pressure. Staff shortages, rising costs, sustainability requirements and digitalisation deficits are making everyday life more challenging, yet guests still expect…

RATIONAL appoints Ravinder Saund as Finance Director

RATIONAL appoints Ravinder Saund as Finance Director

Press Release, RationalBy FCSI16th June 2026

RATIONAL UK & Ireland has strengthened its leadership team with the appointment of Ravinder Saund as Finance Director. Ravinder joins the business with more than 25 years of strategic finance…

RATIONAL joins the UN Global Compact and reinforces its commitment to responsible business practices

RATIONAL joins the UN Global Compact and reinforces its commitment to responsible business practices

Press Release, RationalBy FCSI8th June 2026

By joining the United Nations Global Compact, RATIONAL is underlining its commitment to responsible business practices. As a global market leader in thermal food preparation, RATIONAL is taking this voluntary…

Rational UK has strengthened its support for public sector catering with the appointment of Darren Hemsley and David Gledhill as Area Sales Managers – Public Sector. Both Darren and David move into these specialist roles following their experience as Regional Sales Managers at Rational, where they have built long-standing relationships with dealers, consultants and end users across a wide range of professional kitchen environments. Their appointments reflect Rational’s continued investment in experienced people who understand the realities of commercial catering and can provide informed, practical support to the public sector. In their new positions, reporting into Colin Parry, National Sales Director, Rational UK, Darren and David will work closely with healthcare, education, local authority and care catering teams. Their focus will be on helping operators achieve consistency, efficiency and long-term reliability in demanding environments where compliance, continuity and value are critical. Rational cooking systems are already well established across public sector kitchens, valued for their robustness, ease of use and proven performance. Darren and David’s enhanced responsibilities ensure that customers, partners and stakeholders continue to benefit from specialist knowledge rooted in real operational experience. David Gledhill commented “Public sector kitchens continue to face pressure from tight budgets, staffing challenges and increasing demand. Our focus is on supporting customers with solutions that help them operate more efficiently while maintaining consistent food quality.” A key element of the role will be building and strengthening relationships across the sector. Darren and David will work alongside catering teams, procurement bodies, consultants and industry associations to ensure that Rational solutions remain closely aligned to operational needs and regulatory frameworks. Rather than a one-size-fits-all approach, this specialisation allows for informed guidance shaped by sector-specific challenges. Training and end user support will continue to play an important role. Rational supports customers through a nationwide network of more than 60 demonstration and training sites, including customer kitchens, partner locations and dedicated Rational academies across the UK. This flexibility enables training to take place in real working environments or at specialist facilities, depending on what best suits the operator. The emphasis remains on practical, hands-on learning that reflects the day-to-day pressures of public sector catering and helps teams get more value from both their equipment and processes. Darren Hemsley added “Access to practical training and ongoing support is vital for public sector caterers, and this is an area where Rational continues to invest and add real value.” In addition to working directly with customers and partners, Darren and David will continue to support key industry associations and attend sector conferences, operating responsibly and in line with public sector marketing guidelines. Through engagement with organisations such as the Hospital Caterers Association (HCA), they will help ensure that the voice and needs of end users remain well represented across the sector.

RATIONAL strengthens public sector support through specialist roles

Press Release, RationalBy FCSI22nd May 2026

Rational UK has strengthened its support for public sector catering with the appointment of Darren Hemsley and David Gledhill as Area Sales Managers – Public Sector. Both Darren and David…

KONJ Café supports authentic Persian cooking with RATIONAL cooking systems

KONJ Café supports authentic Persian cooking with RATIONAL cooking systems

Press Release, RationalBy FCSI19th May 2026

KONJ Café is a modern Persian restaurant in Edinburgh, created as a place where guests can come together to share food, culture and experience. Founded by owner and chef patron…

Wittenheim Opening Ribbon Cutting

A new home for the iVario: Rational expands site in Wittenheim

Press Release, RationalBy FCSI12th May 2026

On 5 May 2026, Rational officially opened the extension to its plant in Wittenheim, France. With its production area now doubled, the “RATIONAL iVario Business Centre” has increased its capacity…

Rational Announces Global Sponsorship of the Global Chefs Challenge Finals 2026 in Wales

Press Release, RationalBy FCSI7th May 2026

Rational is delighted to announce its Global sponsorship of the Global Chefs Challenge Finals 2026, taking place during Worldchefs Congress & Expo 2026 at the International Convention Centre (ICC) Wales,…

How RATIONAL Helps Milestone Deliver Destination Quality Food Every Day

How RATIONAL Helps Milestone Deliver Destination Quality Food Every Day

Press Release, RationalBy FCSI25th April 2026

Milestone Rathfriland has evolved far beyond its origins as a small supermarket. Today, with its award-winning Food Hall, Loft 56 bistro and Milestone Kitchen café in Newry, it has become…

RATIONAL Live Education Catering Demo with Holly Charnock

RATIONAL Live Education Catering Demo with Holly Charnock

Press Release, RationalBy FCSI25th April 2026

Practical solutions for today’s education kitchens Rational UK is inviting education catering professionals to a live cooking demonstration with Holly Charnock, Rational Ambassador and former School Chef of the Year,…

'Cook for change! Sustainable Chef Challenge': RATIONAL and Sodexo continue to promote sustainable cuisine

‘Cook for change! Sustainable Chef Challenge’: RATIONAL and Sodexo continue to promote sustainable cuisine

Press Release, RationalBy FCSI14th April 2026

Achieving sustainability in professional kitchens requires more than just good ideas; it requires continuous learning, international exchange and practical concepts. This is precisely where the ‘Cook for Change! Sustainable Chef…

The iHexagon Revolution at Loft 56

The iHexagon Revolution at Loft 56

Press Release, RationalBy FCSI9th April 2026

Loft 56, the vibrant bistro above Milestone Rathfriland’s award winning Food Hall, in Newry operates from nine in the morning until nine at night, seven days a week. With such…

RATIONAL Easter Giveaway, Win An Easter Service Survival Kit!

Press Release, RationalBy FCSI27th March 2026

Rational, the leader in professional cooking systems, is delighted to unveil its Easter Giveaway campaign, created to support chefs and foodservice teams after one of the industry’s busiest periods. This…

A double anniversary for the world market leader: 50 years of RATIONAL combi ovens, with 1.5 million units built

Press Release, RationalBy FCSI16th March 2026

In 2026, RATIONAL will celebrate two milestones: 50 years ago, the global market and technology leader in thermal food preparation launched its first combi oven. Combining heat and steam in…

Guiding Today. Defining Tomorrow. Meet RATIONAL at HRC 2026

Press Release, RationalBy FCSI4th March 2026

Rational, the global leader in hot food preparation technology, will showcase its latest innovations at Hotel, Restaurant, and Catering Show, taking place 30 March – 1st April 2026 at ExCeL…

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