Foodservice

Foodservice.

More and more retailers are adding foodservice options. Our foodservice specialists can help take your hot food program from impulse buy to destination location!

Why choose Harbor for your foodservice needs?

Harbor Wholesale offers a full line of products, programs, and QSR’s available for your foodservice operation - complete with local Foodservice Specialists to help you maximize sales and profits

The Harbor Difference

SINGLE VENDOR CONVENIENCE

CONSOLIDATION FOR COST-EFFICIENCY

• Streamline vendors, reduce complexity, and cut fees

DIVERSE FOODSERVICE OPTIONS

• Explore Grab & Go, Heat & Eat, cold case, and customized hot case programs

REAP REBATE REWARDS

• Earn rebate dollars through our extensive network of manufacturers

EFFORTLESS ORDERING

• Utilize custom foodservice order guides for seamless and efficient order entry

SPECIALIZED CONSULTATION FOR OPTIMAL FOODSERVICE PROGRAMS & PRODUCTS

STRATEGIC MENU PLANNING

• Expert guidance in building enticing menus

TRANSPARENT COST ANALYSIS

• Breakdown of cost of goods for informed decision-making

PRICING STRATEGIES

• Establishing competitive Suggested Retail Prices

PROFITABILITY ASSESSMENT

• In-depth analysis of deli and profit margins for sustainable growth

EXPERTISE IN C-STORE FOODSERVICE: ELEVATE YOUR OFFERINGS

TAILORED CONSULTATION

• Specialized advice on foodservice programs and product selection

TRAINING INITIATIVES

• In-store training sessions for signature foodservice programs and Quick Service Restaurant (QSR) concepts

AGENCY LEVEL GRAPHIC DESIGN SUPPORT

IN-HOUSE DESIGN EXPERTISE

• Digital menu design for enhanced customer engagement and easy ordering

• High-quality design for POS materials

PROGRAMS TAILORED TO YOUR TASTE

DIVERSE CULINARY OFFERINGS

• From fresh deli sandwiches to authentic Mexican food programs, Harbor has it all

Specialty services offered with Harbor’s Foodservice Programs.

• Foodservice analysis with product and program recommendations

• Cost of product breakdowns with suggested retail pricing and profit margins

• Custom order guide for smooth transitions and ordering ease

• Product sampling and POS for new products

• Training and support for new programs and QSR’s

• Manufacturer rebates processed automatically

 • Over 2000 foodservice items to choose from

• Competitive pricing

The 4 Levels of Foodservice

Harbor’s Foodservice Specialists can help you determine which level is right for you, and provide tips and training to reach maximum profitability within each level. They can also guide you through transition to the next level when it’s time to grow your program!

  • Hot dogs closeup

    Level 1

  • corn dog with ketchup and yellow mustard

    Level 2

  • Homemade Hearty Breakfast Skillet with Eggs Potatoes and Bacon

    Level 3

  • Fried chicken tenders or strips with hot sauce. black background. top view.

    Level 4

Hot dogs closeup

Level 1 – Self Serve/Grab 'n Go options

Self-serve equipment

Low risk/low investment

Labor level = low

Test the market

SKU offering = 5 - 15

Profit margin 50%

Average daily sales $50 - $100

Level 2 - Hot Case Basics

Hot Case = self-serve or full-service

Fully cooked, heat & serve products

Labor level = low to medium

Profit margin 50% - 55%

SKU offering = 10 - 20

Average daily sales $50 - $200

corn dog with ketchup and yellow mustard
Homemade Hearty Breakfast Skillet with Eggs Potatoes and Bacon

Level 3 - Add signature items, create a destination

Ovenable products, or add a fryer

Enhanced product mix

Signature items

Labor level = medium to med-high

Shift food cost vs. labor cost

Profit margin 55% - 65%

SKU offering = 15 - 20

Average daily sales $200 - $1000+

Level 4 - QSR or Hand-Breaded Chicken

Made-to-order foods

Hand-breaded chicken

Labor level = high

Profit margin 60% - 65%

SKU count = 20+

Average daily sales $500 - $1500+

Fried chicken tenders or strips with hot sauce. black background. top view.

Foodservice Product Spec Sheets

Foodservice spec sheets include:

• Beautiful photos

• Detailed descriptions

• Item numbers

• Case counts

• Cooking instructions.

In-House Graphics Department

Our Graphics Department can design digital menus and custom POS to showcase your deli food programs, specials, and bundles

Vendor partnerships allow us to offer you all of the most current and relevant product POS to advertise and boost sales of foodservice items

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