On April 15, this year’s Food & Health Canteen Award – one of the industry’s most relevant and prestigious competitions – was presented at the Food & Health Convention in Heilbronn.
The result:
PACE is one of Germany’s top corporate cafeterias and has been awarded 5 stars. ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
A significant result
About 700 companies participated in the canteen evaluation. The assessment was conducted by an interdisciplinary panel of experts using a holistic approach that goes far beyond traditional restaurant reviews.
The focus was particularly on:
- responsibility
- Health
- Enjoyment
- as well as the topic of employee recruitment and retention in 2026
This makes it clear: It’s not just about good food, but about the role of food service as part of corporate culture, employer branding, and future viability.
New Evaluation System: Quality Over Ranking
One of the most significant changes this year:
The canteen Test is moving away from traditional rankings.
Instead of rankings, the initiative is introducing a star rating system for the first time, which focuses on overall quality.
represent an excellent, forward-thinking concept.
The evaluation focused not only on performance, but also on impact and further development.
For PACE, the highest rating level signifies the highest recognition.
5 stars are no accident
This award demonstrates what modern workplace dining can achieve today:
- Sustainable responsibility throughout the entire value chain.
- A healthy, balanced, and modern diet
- A real treat – every day
- And a clear contribution to employee recruitment and retention
In other words:
Here, food service is viewed as a strategic component of a business.
Our conclusion:
A 5-star rating in the 2026 Food & Health canteen Test is more than just an award.
They are a clear indication that
PACE is among the leaders in corporate catering in Germany
And that’s something the whole team can be proud of—and every single guest, too! 💛
