Choosing the right model for your business
There are so many decisions a foodservice professional, especially a kitchen manager, venue owner or head chef, needs to make on a daily basis. What special will resonate with diners this week? Do we need extra floor staff for the long weekend? Do we introduce barista coffee? Do we have enough stock for next day’s service? It’s enough to make anyone’s head spin. Unfortunately for head chefs and venue owners alike, each of these decisions needs conscious and deliberate thought to ensure a smooth service.
Another of these decisions, that can have a serious impact on your business is your stock delivery method. And when it comes to bread in particular, there are a number of options to consider. Here we take a look at the pros and cons of each delivery model so you can choose which may be right for your business…
1. Delivery through a local foodservice distributor
A widely used option for many foodservice venues around Australia. Adding bread to your existing order of other supplies streamlines the ordering and delivery process and allows you to order everything at once.
2. Direct Delivery from Supplier
Ordering direct from the supplier can have many benefits for foodservice venues, including the ability to get bread delivered every day without the need to take up valuable storage or freezer space. For some metro areas it’s also possible to do a last minute order and have bread delivered the very next day. We’ve just launched a direct delivery option for our customers, delivering a wide range of our most popular products direct to your door. For more information or to request an account, click here.
3. Supply from a local bakery
Some venues have direct relationships with local bakeries that allow them to keep food miles low. While this has obvious advantages, including supporting local industry, there can be times when venues are left without an option if supply is interrupted. For this reason, many venues look to larger national suppliers to ensure reliability of supply.
Every venue is different with different factors that will affect any stock decision – including location, clientele, budget and type of menu – so ensure that you have considered all of them before making a choice. And if you’re looking for a bread supplier, you can order direct with us or through our trusted network of local foodservice distributors.
