Lexington Catering Promotes Sean Ritson To Managing Director

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03 April 2026 | Updated 01 April 2026

Corporate contract caterer Lexington Catering, part of Elior Group, has promoted Sean Ritson to Managing Director at a time of growth for the company.

Elior Group has provided catering and multiservices since 1991 to the world of business, education, health, social and leisure. Enjoying robust positions in 9 countries, the Group achieved pro forma revenue of €5.8 billion in 2023. Its 133,000 employees feed 3.1 million people every day in 20,200 restaurants on three continents and provide services in 6 countries.

Ritson has been with Lexington for seven years, holding senior leadership positions including Operations Director and, most recently, Divisional Director. Throughout his tenure, Ritson has been instrumental in driving innovation and business growth, and guiding the company through challenging market conditions, including the global pandemic and the hybrid working landscape.

Known for his strong people leadership and focus on culture, he has helped the business achieve sustained success and operational excellence.

With over 25 years’ experience in the catering and hospitality sector, Ritson has also held senior positions at Compass, Bartlett Mitchell and CH&CO.

Ritson will report into Matt Wood, Managing Director of Elior UK's entire business & industry (B&I) operations.

Wood will continue to oversee the strategic direction and performance of the division, as part of the Elior UK leadership team. He will spearhead strategic growth and innovation across Elior’s B&I portfolio, working closely with Lexington’s Sean Ritson and Divisional Managing Director Calum McLaren, who will continue to head up the regional corporate workplace brand, Elior at Work.

Leveraging the combined expertise of Lexington and Elior at Work, Wood will drive the delivery of cohesive, high-impact solutions for corporate clients nationwide, while maintaining the distinctive brand identities of both organisations.

Sean Ritson, Managing Director, Lexington said: “I am thrilled and honoured to be appointed as Lexington’s managing director. I’m incredibly proud of everything we have achieved as a business over the last seven years, and I’m grateful for all the support along the way. The culture here is really something special.”

“Lexington has always been a values-driven business, delivering authenticity and truly unique experiences in the industry. I look forward to continuing our growth journey and cementing our place as a sector leader.” 

Matt Wood, Managing Director, Elior B&I said: “Appointing Sean as Managing Director is a natural step. His depth of knowledge of the company, strong business acumen, determination and passion for excellence make him an outstanding leader.  I’m looking forward to seeing Lexington continue to thrive under his leadership.” 

Picture: An image of Sean Ritson, Managing Director, Lexington.

Article written by Dave Mapps | Published 03 April 2026

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