How Brasserie Me Moeder Saves €2,000 a Year Through the SPOT Horeca Collective

A hospitality business where energy plays a major role

Brasserie Me Moeder is a busy restaurant where the kitchen is in operation virtually all day long. Equipment, refrigeration units, and lighting are constantly running. As a result, energy is not a minor consideration, but a fixed and recurring expense.

Still, for a long time, energy received little attention. Owner Dimitri Verbeek was primarily focused on his guests and day-to-day operations. That makes sense, since that’s where the focus lies in the hospitality industry.

Energy was there in the background.

Challenge: A contract that has quietly become outdated

The brasserie's energy contract had been tacitly renewed. On paper, everything seemed fine, but in reality, the contract no longer reflected current market conditions or the business's energy consumption.

Because things were so hectic, I simply didn't have time to actively look into this myself.

And we see that quite often in the restaurant industry.

It's not the price that's the problem, but the lack of insight

The biggest challenge lay not only in the rate, but in the lack of clarity.

The main challenges were:

• No insight into how the energy rate is calculated
• No clear point at which to buy back
• No link between the contract and actual usage

As a result, the brasserie ended up paying too much without realizing it.

The solution: combining insight with collective purchasing

SPOT Energie has begun a comprehensive analysis of the existing contract and energy consumption.

After that, we took a different approach to the process than usual.

Don't just compare—procure strategically.

Brasserie Me Moeder is a member of the SPOT Horeca Collective. By combining the purchasing power of multiple hospitality businesses and buying at the right time, we were able to secure better rates and terms.

In addition, we have:

• Determining the right time to buy
• Rates and Contract Terms Reevaluated
• A contract chosen to suit usage and practical needs

What Makes This Approach Different

While many companies focus on a one-time competitive rate, this approach is centered on long-term benefits.

The collective gives rise to:

• Greater bargaining power with suppliers
• Better and more stable rates
• Contracts that reflect how a hospitality business really operates

In addition, we also looked at energy consumption itself.

Small adjustments to kitchen routines immediately resulted in a 7 percent savings. This was achieved without major investments, but simply through smarter use.

The result: lower costs and greater peace of mind

For Brasserie Me Moeder, this resulted in:

• Savings of more than €2,000 per year
• 7 percent lower energy consumption
• Greater clarity and control over energy costs
• No surprises thanks to active management and monitoring

“We actually had no idea what we were paying for. SPOT Energie gave us immediate insight and helped us switch to the Horeca Collectief. As a result, we got a contract that truly fits the way we work. That makes all the difference.”

Dimitri Verbeek Brasserie Me Moeder

Many hospitality businesses find themselves in a similar situation. They’re busy, but they often lack the insight and time to actively manage their energy.

With the right approach, you gain control, clarity, and long-term savings.

Conclusion

Brasserie Me Moeder shows what happens when you no longer let your energy just flow on its own, but actively steer it.

Combining insight with collective purchasing not only results in a better contract, but above all provides control, clarity, and peace of mind in business operations.

The hospitality industry is calling for a different approach

““For hospitality businesses like Brasserie Me Moeder, it’s not just about a low rate, but about a contract that fits how the business actually operates. That’s why we always start by gaining insight. By thoroughly understanding when and how energy is used, we can make choices that really work in practice. This helps you avoid overpaying and ensures peace of mind and control in your business operations.””

– Frank says