STOOP Food Group

STOOP Premium Meat and STOOP Catering Events are growing rapidly. TThe two companies operate under a shared parent structure, based in Eemnes. STOOP Premium Meat supplies premium meat products to the hospitality industry and wholesalers, designed for quick and easy preparation in a professional kitchen. STOOP Catering Events delivers full-service catering for events ranging from 50 to 5,000 guests, from OFYR barbecues and walking dinners to cocktail bars, including styling, technical support, and staff. No fuss, just good food.

Behind these two brands is a single organization: a core production team on the floor, supported by flexible catering crews. An organization that has grown considerably in a short space of time.

That growth places different demands on HR than it did a few years ago. Dino Amelsbeek, COO of STOOP, explains why STOOP Premium Meat and STOOP Catering Events outsourced their HR to So Toff, and what that means for an organization that never stands still.

Growth that demanded clarity

The HR administration at the previous provider could no longer keep up with the pace of growth. For a food group with two companies, that meant a lack of clarity—precisely at a time when clarity was desperately needed.

“Our HR administration was no longer keeping pace with the speed at which we were growing,” says Dino. It was time for a partner that could keep up with the organization’s growth.

"Our biggest concern was continuity. At So Toff, we have one fixed point of contact, backed by a full team. They handle our HR, including payroll processing, contract management, and absence support. That gives us peace of mind: we know who to turn to, and things get taken care of.”  Dino, COO & Co-founder Stoop Foud Group

More time for production, sales, and growth

“The biggest benefit is the peace of mind and time it gives us,” says Dino. “HR tasks that used to fall on my shoulders or those of my colleagues are now handled by a provider that knows what they’re doing. That allows us to focus on what we’re good at: production, sales, and further growth of the food group.”

He also notices the difference in day-to-day operations. “We spend less time on payroll issues, can respond more quickly to absences, and our managers on the shop floor have a better overview.”

Compared to previous providers, the way they collaborate stands out in particular. “So Toff is approachable, responds quickly, and thinks along with us. It’s easy to pivot when something comes up. That works very well for us,” says Dino.

That support comes at just the right time. STOOP Premium Meat and STOOP Catering Events are in the midst of scaling up, with growing production volumes and a catering division that continues to expand. An HR partner that adapts to these changes fits perfectly with the phase the group is currently in.

A recommended choice for growing organizations

"I would certainly recommend So Toff to companies that, like us, are growing fast and working with different types of employees," says Dino.

"Especially if you have multiple companies and combine permanent staff with flexible teams."

 

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