Birmingham, AL – Alex Kontos Fruit Co / Flavor-Pic Tomato Co passed the highest SMETA (Sedex Members Ethical Trade Audit) audit for Labor Standards, Health & Safety, Environment and Business Ethics.
The audit scope followed the 4-Pillar SMETA Report, which includes all 2-Pillar SMETA requirements under the ETI Base Code covering universal rights, management systems and code implementation, responsible recruitment, entitlement to work and immigration, sub-contracting and home working plus an assessment of environment and business ethics and the Customer’s Supplier Code.
“Audit compliance is a top priority for our company,” explains John Kontos, Owner of Alex Kontos Fruit Co. “Our team is dedicated to delivering the highest level of service to our customers and passing the SMETA audit demonstrates their commitment.”
The 4-Pillar SMETA Report is conducted annually in accordance with SMETA Best Practice Guidance and SMETA Measurement Criteria. The audit is a 2-day process covering all aspects of worker treatment, environment, sustainability and business ethics.
Flavor-Pic Tomato Co. Food Safety Director, Mike Prather, comments, “We have a strong commitment to food safety starting with ensuring every employee is trained on the highest level of food safety standards and food security measures.”
Visit flavorpic.com/food-safety for more information about Flavor-Pic Tomato Co. food safety practices.
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About Alex Kontos Fruit Co. / Flavor-Pic Tomato Co.:
Alex Kontos Fruit Co / Flavor Pic Tomato Co is a family-owned and operated business and is dedicated to providing their customers with quality products and services, the highest level of customer satisfaction possible and continuous personal commitment. The company has been in operation for more than 130 years and has expanded to five areas with more than 185, 000 sq. ft. of active operations that produce packed vegetables for a variety of clients. For more information, visit flavorpic.com.
Source: Alex Kontos Fruit Co. / Flavor-Pic Tomato Co.
