Bakkavor Desserts volunteers clean up Burnham and Highbridge

In the lead-up to the August Bank Holiday, the group took part in litter-picking efforts at Apex Park and a clean-up at Burnham beach, contributing to the upkeep of popular local destinations.

The Bakkavor team aimed to ensure that the local beaches continue to be safe and welcoming for both residents and wildlife.

In addition to these environmental efforts, Bakkavor’s Highbridge team continue to support their community with weekly donations of fresh food to the Moorland Trust Community Hall.

Emma Dury helps keep the beach tidy. (Image: Bakkavor Desserts)

These donations provide essential support to local residents, many of whom rely on the hall for social interactions and meals.

Jinny Dudbridge, senior HR business manager at Bakkavor Desserts, said: “Projects like local beach cleans, litter picking in the park, and donating food to local causes are all part of our broader commitment to sustainability.

“On behalf of the management team, we are so proud to have colleagues who volunteer their time locally and want to go the extra mile to support the vibrancy and wellbeing of our local community.”

The volunteer team at Bakkavor have spent time helping keep local beaches safe for young families and the wildlife. (Image: Bakkavor Desserts)

Bakkavor Desserts, known for producing over 700,000 cheesecakes weekly alongside a range of other desserts, employs more than 540 people at its Highbridge site.

The company’s sustainability initiatives extend beyond community volunteering, such as with a 24 per cent reduction in plastic usage since 2020.

A total of 99.7 per cent of its UK packaging is now fully recyclable.