Vestar Capital Completes Recapitalization of Roland Foods, Supporting Company’s Next Phase of Growth

Vestar Capital Partners, a leading U.S. middle-market private equity firm, announced the closing of the recapitalization of Roland Foods, LLC, a leading branded purveyor of fine global ingredients serving the foodservice industry for over 90 years. As part of the transaction, Vestar and co-investors have made a significant growth capital investment alongside the refinancing of Roland Foods’ credit facilities. The recapitalization positions the company for the continued execution of its organic growth strategy and provides significant dry powder for future acquisitions. Terms of the transaction were not disclosed.

Roland Foods, LLC Acquires Albert Uster Imports, Inc.

January 10, 2019 Vestar Capital Partners

Based in Gaithersburg, Maryland, AUI has been a leading importer of specialty pastry, bakery, and confectionary products to professional chefs and bakers for 50 years. AUI sources products from more than 150 global suppliers, including exclusive distribution arrangements with best-in-class brands such as Felchlin, HUG, Ponthier, Laderach, and PCB Creation, among others.