Buffalo, NY – Grab-and-go has become a significant portion of the foodservice industry as 65% of operators now offer portable foods and attribute nearly 25% of revenue to their carry-out business.1 With portability on the rise across all foodservice segments, leading food supplier Rich Products Corporation offers a variety of innovative products to deliver the taste and convenience consumers crave.
Rich’s portability solutions meet multiple menu needs to support operators’ desire to have easy and versatile offerings for their patrons throughout the day. Whether it’s simplifying fresh-baking for flavorful morning treats or creating artisan-style sandwiches and craveable snacks and sweets, Rich’s products reduce labor and increase operational efficiency and profit potential.
Breakfast Favorites: With breakfast being primarily consumed on-the-go during the week, a variety of portable items will help drive A.M. traffic2.
· Cinnamon Rolls – a hot item for starting the day
· Scones – ideal for coffee and tea lovers
· Biscuits – perfect for breakfast sandwiches
· UBR™ (Ultimate Breakfast Rounds)– a whole-grain powerhouse
· French Toast Sticks – great for a quick, easy breakfast
Sandwich and Pizza Solutions: The sandwich and pizza markets are booming with the average consumer purchasing two of three sandwiches away from home per week3 and 75% of consumers eating pizza at least once a month4. These fresh, flavorful breads and doughs can enhance any menu.
· Panini Breads – including the new Multi-Grain Sunflower
· Par-Baked/Fully Baked Rolls – perfect for any sandwich
· Flatbreads – versatile for sandwich and pizza applications
· Fresh ‘n Ready® – for pizza, calzones, stromboli, breadsticks
Indulgent Treats and PM Snacks: Offer something sweet and savory to satisfy mid-afternoon cravings. The average consumer snacks at least once a day, most frequently between lunch and dinner5.
· On Top® Pre-Whipped Topping – the perfect, creamy finish
· Brownies and Cookies – fresh-baked and enjoyed by all ages
· Pizza Cheese Crunchers – easy to eat on-the-go
· Rip Stick™ Breadsticks – satisfying snack that’s full of flavor
“Our portability solution offerings are a perfect example of how Rich’s is committed to continually monitoring industry trends and providing innovative and relevant products to chefs and operators,” said Roderick Kirwan, Director of Marketing at Rich Products Corporation. “As a result, our solutions are designed to improve operational performance and efficiency, without sacrificing the quality and taste of the product for the customer.”
Rich Products Corporation is the founder of the non-dairy segment of the frozen food industry and a leading supplier and solutions provider to the foodservice, in-store bakery, and retail marketplaces. Rich’s posts annual sales exceeding $2.9 billion, employs more than 7,500 people worldwide, and sells more than 2,000 products in 100 countries. For more than “65 Delicious Years” Rich’s has been defined by innovative breakthroughs and an unparalleled commitment to treating its customers, associates, and communities the same way: Like Family. For more information, visit www.richsfoodservice.com.
1FoodService Director, Portability Study: Portability Still Important (2009)
2NRN, Breakfast Competition Perks Up as Sales Slow (3/12/2010)
3NPD CREST, Total Sandwiches Excluding Burgers
4Technomic Pizza Consumer Trend Report
5Snacking Occasion Consumer Trend Report, Attitudes and Usage Study (2010)
Source: Rich Products Corporation