Going the extra mile during the coronavirus crisis

Mobile coffee franchise Cafe2U has risen to the biggest challenge in the company’s history

With NHS and other frontline heroes going the extra mile every day to keep the public safe and secure, Cafe2U decided to do its bit to give something back.

The UK’s number one mobile coffee franchise has more than 90 vans across the UK and has seen a number of its drivers changing their routes to make sure frontline workers get their daily coffee boost.

Going the extra mile

A number of franchisees have gone the extra mile themselves too, with more than 15,000 free cups of coffee being donated to NHS workers.

This is all in addition to the stringent COVID safety measures and precautions that are in place as part of the service offered by franchisees. These include a socially distanced service with contactless payments only (where possible) at every stop.

On top of this, Cafe2U baristas have now started placing pop-up tables a safe distance from their vans and adorning them with complimentary hand sanitiser and copies of the Cafe2U menu to help keep both themselves and their patrons two metres apart.

The baristas will continue to practice regular hand washing and post-service antibacterial cleaning after every purchase.

Also, Cafe2U is encouraging customers to download its free app, as it offers users the opportunities to conveniently book a mobile coffee van and pre-order drinks, ultimately helping speed up the service and minimise social contact.

Extremely proud

Speaking of the efforts by the Cafe2U franchise network, CEO Martyn Ward says: “I’m extremely proud of our company’s response to the pandemic and the brilliant work of the wider franchise community to adapt and endure in what has historically been our biggest challenge.

“Whether it was through our drive to provide focus and clarity for our employees, supporting the wellbeing of our franchise partners or the unique opportunities to do more for others, I felt humbled by the grit and determination of our franchisees.”

Serving key workers

Notable mentions go to Cafe2U Preston North West, Castle Donnington, Belfast East, Lichfield and Stockport North, which have given up their time to serve key workers such as NHS staff, fire service personnel, care home workers, supermarket employees and teaching staff.

And just this week Cafe2U Bromsgrove served coffee to the homeless and those sleeping rough as part of Worcestershire’s homeless appeal.