Month: October 2011

US Foods has announced that Jorge Hernandez, senior vice president of food safety and quality, has been named chairperson of the Transport and Distribution Working Group of the Global Food Safety Initiative (GFSI). …

Almond Breeze®, America’s #1 Almondmilk1, is now available in foodservice. This rich, creamy dairy alternative delivers the consistency of milk, with less fat and fewer calories2. Almond Breeze® is the fastest-growing almondmilk1 and the smart choice for today’s “skinny” menus. …

Gordon Food Service is pleased to announce the 2011 recipients of the prestigious Vendor Involvement Process (VIP) supplier awards. The winning suppliers were selected based upon a set of supply chain and customer relationship metrics. …

D&W Fine Pack, a leader in the foodservice packaging industry, recently launched a new corporate website, www.dwfinepack.com. The site features detailed, fully searchable content on D&Ws extensive product offerings and capabilities. One of its most significant features is an interactive catalog that allows users to locate products by type and application. …

The Oppenheimer Group may be a global company, but its roots are strong in the many local communities where it operates across North America. Recently, the full-service marketer celebrated with neighbors in Wilmington, Del., helping raise over $100,000 in a region where it has supported the local economy for over a quarter century. On Sept. 15, Oppenheimer joined the Produce Marketing Association (PMA) to co-sponsor the fourth annual The Farmer and the Chef fundraiser at the Chase Center on the Riverfront in Wilmington. …