Warrington men honoured for more than 50 years service at company

Stephen Adcroft and Andrew Courtney-Smith have recently returned from a trip to Liverpool in recognition of their long service with Sodexo, having collectively served 80 years for the organisation.

Stephen works as an ad hoc electrical technician for Sodexo AstraZeneca, Macclesfield and was recognised for his 50 years’ service with the business.

While Andrew, a general service manager for Sodexo at Port Sunlight, was acknowledged for his 30 years’ service on the day too.

Following an informal lunch, where they met with Sodexo UK & Ireland’s CEO Sean Haley, they spent the afternoon exploring Liverpool and visiting one of its many visitor attractions, courtesy of Sodexo.  

Andrew Courtney-Smith with Sodexo UK & Ireland CEO, Sean Haley (Image: Supplied)

In the evening Stephen and Andrew joined their fellow long service recipients and senior leaders from the organisation at the ACC Liverpool for a three-course celebratory dinner, prepared by colleagues from the Sodexo Live! team at the venue.  

The Long Service Awards are an annual event to which Sodexo invites its employees with 20, 30, 40 or even 50 years’ service to thank them for their commitment, hard work and loyalty.

This year Sodexo welcomed over 160 colleagues to the event, including two with an amazing 50 years’ service.

Sean Haley, CEO Sodexo UK & Ireland said: “People are at the heart of Sodexo. Our business relies on tens of thousands of talented individuals who provide our customers and clients with exceptional service every day.

“This annual event is a great opportunity to show our appreciation for people like Stephen and Andrew, and to show just how much we value and appreciate all the hard work, dedication, and loyalty they have shown over the years.

“At Sodexo we are committed to ensuring our colleagues feel like they belong and are valued, where they can act with purpose and thrive in their career with us.”