Today, US Foods has more than 350,000 national brands as well as its exclusive brand items on its roster of products. The items range from fresh produce and meats to frozen and pre-packaged foods, which means that every American consumer has likely purchased and consumed US Food products at least once in their lives. The company provides food items and their related products to over 250,000 customers including healthcare facilities, hospitality establishments, independent and multi-chain restaurants, educational institutions, and government agencies, among others.
US Foods also employs roughly 25,000 employees in over 60 locations across the United States including its headquarters at Rosemont, Illinois. The company is jointly owned with its funds managed by Kohlberg Kravis Roberts & Co and Clayton, Dubilier & Rice Inc.
In keeping with its innovative thrust, US Foods launched its new brand identity in October 2011. Its new brand image reflected its new strategic focus – the creation of better food offering coupled with easier service experiences for its customers. It has also stayed on top of its competition by introducing more innovative products and specialized services as well as increased number of world-class exclusive brands, which has contributed to increased customer loyalty.
US Foods also operates several specialty divisions and companies including US Foods Culinary Equipment & Supplies and Stock Yards Packing. The company has also made several acquisitions including Midway Produce, Nino’s Wholesale, WVO Industries, Cerniglia Products, Ritter Food Service, Vesuvio Foods, White Apron, Bears Distribution, New City Packing, Hawkeye Foodservice Distribution, and Great Western Meats.