CAFÉ TENDER – EXPRESSION OF INTEREST (EOI)

CAFÉ TENDER – EXPRESSION OF INTEREST (EOI)

An Exciting Opportunity to Serve Our Campus & Community

About the Opportunity

The University of Reading Malaysia (UoRM) invites experienced and qualified food caterers or café operators to submit their Expression of Interest to manage and operate our on-campus café.
Located at the Ground Floor of Educity Complex 1, the café is a strategic hub serving:

  • Students
  • Academic & support staff
  • Visitors
  • Other tenant organisations within the university complex

What We’re Looking For

We welcome proposals from passionate and reputable F&B operators who can:

  • Provide affordable, high-quality, and nutritious food
  • Offer a diverse menu: Asian, Western, fusion, and international cuisines
  • Include options for vegetarian, vegan, halal, gluten-free, and health-conscious diets
  • Ensure exceptional customer service
  • Maintain excellent food hygiene and safety standards
  • Uphold sustainable practices (eco-packaging, waste reduction, local sourcing)

Location

The café is located on the Ground Floor of Educity Complex 1.

Conditions & Requirements

  • Experience: Minimum 5 years in food service or catering
  • Licensing: Must hold all required local and state licences
  • Operational Hours:
    • Monday to Friday: 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM
    • Weekends: 8:00 AM – 4:00 PM (during notified events)
  • Sustainability Focus: Encourage green initiatives in operations

Privileges & Support

  • Free rental of the café space, kitchen, and cafeteria facilities
  • No utility charges – electricity and water fully covered by UoRM
  • Strategic location with consistent daily foot traffic
  • Supportive operating environment within an international campus

 

Duration of Contract

  • 1 year(renewable upon satisfactory performance)

How to Apply

Submit your Expression of Interest with the following documents:

  • Company profile
  • Relevant experience
  • Sample menu and pricing
  • Business operation proposal
  • References (if any)

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Contact: +607 268 6243 / 018-954 4293

Submission Window: 18th July 2025 – 15th August 2025

Your Chance to Be the Face of the Campus Café!
This is more than just a business opportunity – it's a platform to build a name, grow a brand, and serve a vibrant, international academic community.
Let your food do the talking.

COURSE ENQUIRIES

Toll free:
+1800 18 6867

Tel:
+60 (7) 268 6205

WhatsApp/Mobile:
+60 (16) 7725 400
(click the WhatsApp number to contact us immediately)

Email:
my.enquiry@reading.edu.my

General Enquiries

University of Reading Malaysia
Persiaran Graduan, Kota Ilmu, EduCity, 79200 Iskandar Puteri, Johor, Malaysia.

Toll free:
+1800 18 6867

Tel:
+ 60 (7) 268-6200

Fax:
+60 (7) 268-6202

Email:
uor-malaysia@reading.edu.my

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