Quantuma‘s Kelly Mitchell and Alyson Richards were appointed as Joint Administrators over Fairoak Foods on 25 March 2026. The Company continued to trade under the control of the Joint Administrators whilst a buyer was sought for the business and assets.
Specialists at Quantuma managed the sales and marketing process for Fairoak Foods to identify the most suitable buyer using the firm’s extensive network of buyers and investors. The Joint Administrators engaged with several interested parties, with the process generating a number of offers. The Joint Administrators ultimately accepted the offer which provided the best overall outcome for creditors whilst protecting all jobs.
Founded in 2011, Fairoak Foods is a manufacturer of high-quality chef led food ranging from vegan soups to pasta and stews, specialising in premium small batch cooking. The company services both premium retail and premium food customers, working in close partnership with leading retailers, brands, and food service operators. Its end-to-end capabilities include product development, sourcing, manufacturing and supply chain management. The Company takes a chef-driven approach to innovation, ensuring restaurant-quality food is delivered at scale.
Quantuma managing director and Joint Administrator Kelly Mitchell said:
“I am incredibly pleased to complete the sale of this premium private-label manufacturer of high-quality, chef-led food. We were able to run a comprehensive sales process without delay and thereafter completed a sale within just eight weeks, and I am delighted that the Quantuma team was well-placed to make this happen.
In addition to maximising realisations, the successful bid ensures the continuation of trade to support major client brands and protects the jobs of around 60 staff. It was important for us to find a buyer, whilst continuing to trade the business as a going concern, to enable the preservation of jobs and continued supply for key clients.”
