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Food and Beverage Services
Santa Rosa, CA 20 followers
Passionate about Foodservice and dedicated to helping small food manufacturers navigate and thrive in the U..S market.
About us
Foodservice is our passion. Operators, manufacturers, brokers and distributors all come together with inspired culinary creations, experience, and ambience that thrill patrons. Foodservicexpert assists start up and small food manufactuers navigate the Foodservice environment. With over 20+ years in the industry, Foodservicexpert listens to your needs, clearly explains the landscape, and customizes a clear path for your success. We understand this industry is broad and daunting. We specialize in helping startup to small companies seeking to expand their presence and sales in Foodservice.
Industry
Food and Beverage Services
Company size
2-10 employees
Headquarters
Santa Rosa, CA
Type
Self-Owned
Locations
Updates
- This is an interesting proposition. I can imagine both pushback and appreciation. QSR has always had LTO leading up to Thanksgiving. There have been some great creative offerings at QSR and FSR. But generally restaurants have remained closed outside of turnpikes and airports. We saw many retailers make a stand in the last few years not to be open on Thanksgiving.
Vice President of Sales, Sales & Marketing Executive, Leader/Coach, Communicator, Connector, Foodservice, Ingredient/Industrial, International Sales, Hiker, Bicycler, Cheese Lover, Foodie,
4d
McDonald's Defies Tradition: Open 24 Hours on Thanksgiving As Americans sit down for their traditional Thanksgiving feast, a select McDonald's location in Healdsburg, CA is breaking the mold by staying open 24 hours, highlighting the complex role of foodservice in American culture. Foodservice is deeply ingrained in American culture, reflecting the country's values of convenience, flexibility, and freedom. This phenomenon is rooted in our nation's history, with the rise of diners, drive-ins, and fast-food chains revolutionizing the way we eat. This particular McDonald’s has opted to keep its doors open on Thanksgiving, providing a welcome refuge for those seeking a quick bite or a late-night snack. Thanksgiving is a time to come together, but not everyone has family or friends nearby. Or perhaps it is a weary traveler heading down 101 in need of a meal on a day when most places are closed. I imagine the staff will have some joy serving those looking for a familiar place to eat and a friendlly face on Thanksgiving, no matter the hour. For the employees, they can capture extra hours with holiday pay, a chance to make some additional money. While some might view a 24-hour McDonald's on Thanksgiving as unconventional, for others, it's a blessing. What are your thoughts on McDonald’s 24 hour Thanksgiving plan?#foodservice #mcdonald's #fastfood #thanskgiving - Great article and resource tool for the Foodservice world. David Frey ACS CCP and King Arthur Baking Company have created a illustrative example of how we can lift the foodservice channel and create original content for a specific segment of operators. Nice work David
Foodservice Marketing Manager
1w
It is a rare thing that I post about the exciting and awesome things I get to work on in my foodservice marketing endeavors, but this is one I'm too excited and proud of to not share, and that is the 'Introduction to the World of Bagels & Bialys' as a first step resource guide for Professional bakers looking to get into bagels and for non-pros looking to go pro. It's been a first of many labors of love we are developing here to help grow the industry and be the go-to resource for even better professional baking. We couldn't be more excited to see the great bagel boom that is happening across the US and to be a part of some of the best bagels on the market. Huge shout out to internal KABC team, our 5 bagel shop partners, StarChefs, and Sam Silverman for his awesome intro to the book as well as leading the way to bringing the bagel community together in so many awesome ways.https://lnkd.in/gKHS33Ry
King Arthur Baking Company - The World of Bagels Bialys 2024, King Arthur Baking - Page 1 catalog.kingarthurbaking.com - Restaurants big and small need to have a plan and process should there be an issue with a vendor’s product. All calls from patrons regarding potential food safety issues should be taken seriously and the restaurant staff from servers to managers need to be trained on how to handle it. Does your establishment have a plan? Smaller restaurants are most at risk as they have limited resources. #foodsafety #process #e.coli
Vice President of Sales, Sales & Marketing Executive, Leader/Coach, Communicator, Connector, Foodservice, Ingredient/Industrial, International Sales, Hiker, Bicycler, Cheese Lover, Foodie,
3w
Food safety should be a top concern for Foodservice operators Key learnings can come from bad situations. The McDonald’s food safety challenge with their Quarter Pounder is a wake up call to foodservice operators across the country to work with distributors and suppliers alike. It is not only about the actions on the front end to avoid outbreaks. It is also about tracking, communication, and response if a health risk does arise. . The latest McDonald’s issue appears to be due to slivered onions. It is important to note this is still being investigated.
What McDonald's needs to do next after E. coli outbreak cnbc.com - Support local farms, suppprt dairy, support the laborers who have worked there for generations, and support the great cheese and dairy. #noOnJ #cheese #sonomacounty
🌿Farmers Standing Together to Protect Our Future🌿 No on Measure J: Protect Animals, Save Local Organic Food & Farms This past weekend, our President, Michael Scheu , joined forces with local farmers like Dan Rotlisberger from Robert Young Vineyards at the Healdsburg Farmers Market to raise awareness about the critical importance of voting NO on Measure J. At Straus Family Creamery, we’ve spent decades building a community grounded in sustainable, organic farming, humane animal care, and environmental stewardship. The impact of Measure J’s cap on livestock operations threatens to undo this progress. It would force small family farms out of business, damaging our local economy and harming the vital industries that support our farms. Measure J doesn’t improve animal welfare or water quality. Instead, it shifts food production to areas with fewer protections, increasing reliance on imports and undermining the very organic farming practices that have made Sonoma County thrive. We stand united to protect our agricultural heritage. Please visit the link here: ttps://https://lnkd.in/g6UgnBQB to learn more about how Measure J puts our community and the future of organic farming at risk.#NoOnJ #SupportLocal #OrganicDairy #StrausFamilyCreamery - The costs and disruption to the market are real. There are real life examples of how port delays have played out over the years. Along with the items cited in this post, demurrage fees and lost product are real. This results in a "double whammy" as boats are fined for wait times and the product on the boat becomes unsaleable. We will know in a few hours (6:52 pm Monday September 30) at the time of this post. This is negative to all industries and looking for a resolution before the clock strikes midnight.#portstrike #imports #demurrage
Vice President of Sales, Sales & Marketing Executive, Leader/Coach, Communicator, Connector, Foodservice, Ingredient/Industrial, International Sales, Hiker, Bicycler, Cheese Lover, Foodie,
1mo
What could an East Coast port strike mean for specialty cheese? “In today’s world, I’ll cripple you,” he (Daggett) said recently in a video post. “I will cripple you.” This is the exact language from a Harold Dagget who leads the International Longshoremen’s Association (ILA). He has threated to initiate a strike along the East Coast and over to Houton at 12:01 a.m. Tuesday October 1st. While there are certainly work arounds should there be a strike, Daggett’s words show the potential disruption for imports. The effect on cheese imports would not be immediate but would create a residual challenge like what we saw in Covid. Even a short-lived strike has a domino effect. Liken it to a delayed flight in the airport. Once one plane is delayed, it ripples throughout the day. The disruption of cheese imports will vary. Hard cheeses with long shelf life have few immediate challenges than those with short shelf life. For products with long shelf life, like Romano and Parmesan, it is not nearly as determinantal. At strike would pose larger issues for cheese with short shelf life, like brie or taleggio, it could be more detrimental. There are certainly other ports where product can be shipped. However, it will increase costs to ship it across the country back to the east. This will be most likely be passed onto the consumer. The timing adds to the ripple effect as holiday sales of specialty is 40-50% of the total year sales. There is already a capacity constraint on domestic Soft Ripened Cheese in Q4. In the past, some international producers have used imports to offset. The strike is not a foregone conclusion and hopefully diplomacy and cooler heads will prevail. Regardless, a plan should be in place for foodservice, club, and, retailers.#portstrike #specialtycheese #retail #shortages Foodservicexpert - Starbucks is an iconic QSR and technology and employee ergonomics will no doubt be a large part of the revive.
Vice President of Sales, Sales & Marketing Executive, Leader/Coach, Communicator, Connector, Foodservice, Ingredient/Industrial, International Sales, Hiker, Bicycler, Cheese Lover, Foodie,
2mo
Brian Niccol outlines his Top 4 focus for Starbucks 1. Happy and productive employees are the foundation of a successful business. Mr. Niccol’s first point illustrates it all starts with employees and the importance of giving them the tools needed. He recognizes they are paramount to the success of the chain and justifiably puts them first. 2. The customer experience needs to be right on, every time. His vision on employees as his #1 Focus will lead to an enhanced customer experience. Niccol’s recognizes the responsibility and opportunity for Starbucks to be one of his customers’ first actions everyday. Imagine the awesomeness of the responsibility around making or breaking someone’s morning. He clearly see it. 3. Starbucks should be viewed as part of the community. I interpret this point as Starbucks being more than a stop in the morning. He wants the store atmosphere to be a comfortable and friendly place that is recognizable as a cornerstone of the local community. Starbucks is a hybrid of get in/get out and park yourself with your laptop for hours. Undoubtedly Mr. Niccol’s passion for technology will be seen in store updates. 4. Tell their story, before someone else does. Let people know who you are and what you stand for. Mr. Niccol sees the importance of Starbucks and its employees being the narrator of their story. Their story is powerful from how they interact with it international source partners to their stance on sustainability. It will be a masterclass to see the vision unfold and at the speed it can be implemented considering the size of this franchise. #starbucks #leadership Foodservicexpert - Consolidation in Foodservice continues. Cheney has been a staple of the Southeast for decades. This independent distributor has been growing rapidly and their expansion and customer loyalty made them an attractive choice. Will we see regulators dig in or rubber stamp this acquisition by PFS?
- If China sneezes the 🌍world catches a cold The saying has been altered some over the years 🗓️ but the overall sentiment is fairly accurate. Foodservice giants in China 🇨🇳 are showing noticeable declines. While domestic FS sales may not mirror China, US exports 🚢 to China will undoubtedly be affected as the Chinese consumer pulls back. And as that occurs, US production is affected and that could potentially hurt the US consumer disposable income (DPI). Food Away From Home (FAFH) is one of the first things reduced as DPI declines. Restaurants are well advised to focus on the dining experience with attention on 3 key components, 1)Quality, 2)Service, and 3) Limited Time Offers. https://lnkd.in/gcJ7AyG5
- Great item that can also be used in FS application where labor is limited.#dessert #Foodservice
Vice President of Sales, Sales & Marketing Executive, Leader/Coach, Communicator, Connector, Foodservice, Ingredient/Industrial, International Sales, Hiker, Bicycler, Cheese Lover, Foodie,
3mo
Get to know the Reny Picot USA Baked Brie en Croute Holiday Line Up Collect them is a common markeing catch phrase from my youth and seemed like a fun way to highlight the Reny Picot baked brie offering. There are 4 great items in the baked brie line up including 3 great fruit combinations. Already baked and the consumer needs only to unwrap and reheat for 15-20 minutes. Perfect for a family of four or to put multiple flavors out at a holiday party. Hand wrapped brioche with award winnng Reny Picot and the freshest ingredients. Contact me on messenger for more informaton.#Q4 #holidaypromotion #appetizer #dessert
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