By Pinnacle 
Choosing the right wholesale food supplier for your restaurant can be a daunting task. With the variety of options available, it can be difficult to decide which wholesaler is best for your business. Fortunately, there are a few key factors you should consider when selecting wholesale food suppliers. In this blog post, we’ll go over what to look for in a wholesaler and how to narrow down your choices to find the best fit for your restaurant.
Do your research
Researching a supplier before making a decision is important. A good start would be going through websites and company information, so you can figure out what they do, how they work with customers, and if they are a good fit for your needs. If you have any friends or family in the restaurant industry that could give you some advice on this, that would be great! One of the most important things is to make sure that your supplier can provide all of the ingredients you need. There are lots of different options when it comes to choosing a supplier. The type of food served at your restaurant will also play a big role in determining which wholesaler is best suited for you. You might want to consult with chefs or other industry professionals before making this decision if you are unsure about what will work best for your restaurant’s needs.
Consider your needs
Consider your needs. If you need a variety of foods, or if you have strict safety standards and need to know that your supplier is following those standards, then go with a larger company. But if you just need some of your menu items, or want more personal service, then a smaller company might be better for you. In addition, if you want someone that can deliver your food every day so that it’s always fresh on hand for service, then this may also be something to consider when deciding which wholesale food supplier is right for your restaurant.
Make sure they are reputable
Make sure you do your research on the company, just as you would with any other business partner. Do they have a good reputation? How long have they been in business? What kind of reviews are out there? If you can find these answers, you’ll be able to make an educated decision.
Compare prices
Compare prices. When comparing prices, be sure you are comparing apples-to-apples. Many suppliers provide a price per pound or a price per case which can make it difficult to compare items of different weights. If you are using a per pound or per case pricing, be sure that they are using the same unit of measure so you are comparing like with like.