COOK TRADING LIMITED

PaymentCheck Score 2023
47Poor
1.1vs last year
#4392 in UK
#224 in Lifestyle And Entertainment
#720 in South East

Company Information

Company Number
04611064
Registered Address
The Cook Kitchen, Eurolink Way, Sittingbourne, Kent, ME10 3HH
Status
Active
Employee Count
1,657
Turnover
£105,665,000
EBITDA
£8,559,000

Additional Details

Company Type
Private limited Company
Incorporated On
6 December 2002
Nature of Business
10890 - Manufacture of other food products not elsewhere classified
47290 - Other retail sale of food in specialised stores
Industries
Lifestyle And Entertainment,Supply Chain,Manufacturing And Commerce Models
Region
South East

Time to Pay

Average Time to Pay
51 days
Shortest Period:7 days
Longest Period:45 days
Max Contractual:45 days

Payment Timeline

Within 30 Days
18%
31-60 Days
67%
After 60 Days
15%
Not Paid Within Terms39%

Payment Features

Participates in Codes✗ No
E-Invoicing✗ No
Supply Chain Finance✗ No

Payment Score History

Excellent (80+) Good (60-79) Fair (40-59) Poor (20-39) Very Poor (<20)

Performance Reports History

Reporting Period Filed: 2024-11-15
Reporting PeriodFiling DateAverage Time to Pay (days)Paid within 30 daysPaid 31-60 daysPaid after 60 daysNot Paid within Terms
02 Apr 2023 - 25 Sept 202324 Nov 20235221%64%15%27%
25 Sept 2022 - 01 Apr 202324 Nov 20235124%60%16%26%
28 Mar 2021 - 25 Sept 202108 Nov 20214722%69%9%23%
27 Sept 2020 - 27 Mar 202111 Jun 20215218%70%12%25%
30 Sept 2018 - 30 Mar 201929 Oct 20194915%75%10%24%

Payment Time Trends

Payment Distribution Trends

Invoice Payment Practices

This information is as reported by the business, and responses are in their own words.

Payment Terms

Standard payment terms

NA

Were there any changes to the standard payment terms in the reporting period?

No information available

Any other information about payment terms

NA

Maximum contractual payment period agreed

45

Dispute Resolution Process

Disputes are resloved by negotiation with the relevant parties.

Other Payment Information

Has this business signed up to a code of conduct or standards on payment practices?

For example, signatories to The Prompt Payment Code must commit to paying 95% of their invoices within 60 days.

Does this business offer e-invoicing in relation to qualifying contracts?

This is where suppliers can electronically submit and track invoices. It's not just allowing suppliers to email them an invoice.

Does this business offer supply chain finance?

This is where a supplier who has submitted an invoice can be paid by a third-party finance provider earlier than the agreed payment date. The business would then pay the finance provider the invoiced sum.

Under its payment practices and policies, can this business deduct sums from payments under qualifying contracts as a charge for remaining on a supplier list?

During the reporting period, did the business deduct sums from payments as a charge for remaining on a supplier list?

No information available

Company Summary

COOK TRADING LIMITED is a British company that specializes in providing high-quality, sustainable food and drink products. Founded in 1997 by Edward Perry and Dale Penfold, the company is based in Sittingbourne, Kent, and has gained a reputation for its delicious, homemade-style meals and commitment to sustainability.

The company's sustainability program focuses on reducing waste, sourcing ethical ingredients, and minimizing their carbon footprint. They have been awarded the Carbon Trust Standard for their efforts in reducing their environmental impact. COOK TRADING LIMITED also partners with local farmers and suppliers to ensure the freshest and most sustainable ingredients are used in their products.

Their range of products includes frozen ready meals, puddings, and cakes, all made with natural ingredients and free from additives and preservatives. They also offer a selection of vegetarian, vegan, and gluten-free options to cater to a variety of dietary needs.

The key people behind COOK TRADING LIMITED are Edward Perry and Dale Penfold, who are both passionate about creating delicious, sustainable food. The company's website (www.cookfood.net) provides information about their products, sustainability efforts, and the story behind the company. Customers can also place orders online or find the nearest COOK store using the website.

The registered office address for COOK TRADING LIMITED is at Enterprise House, 133 Blyth Road, Bromley, Kent, BR1 3AT. Overall, COOK TRADING LIMITED is a successful and sustainable company that offers high-quality, homemade-style meals while prioritizing ethical and environmentally-friendly practices.

Financial Metrics

Cash
£1,551,484
Net Worth
£18,818,838
Total Current Assets
£20,780,783
Total Current Liabilities
£15,142,981

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