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Product range

Richardsons are true to their core offering in fresh produce. The Company
specialises in sourcing the best tasting varieties of fruits, vegetables, leaves
and salads direct from growers locally across Ireland and internationally.

Their goal is to promote the best available seasonal produce at the best
value throughout the year.

This core range is complemented with a comprehensive list of chilled, dairy
and larder items, ambient foods and quality ingredients. A broad range of
biodegradable and compostable packaging is available.

Sectors served

The Company has more than 40 years knowledge and experience in serving
hotels, fine dining establishments, Michelin-bibbed, Michelin-starred
restaurants, conference and event catering, contract caterers, healthcare
and gastro pubs/restaurants.

Opportunities for Irish food and drink suppliers

Richardsons is committed to sourcing and distributing fresh, high quality
foods. Locally grown produce, chilled foods and ingredients are of
particular interest.

The Company is constantly looking to source new quality focused suppliers
with a novel offering. They are happy to engage with growers, together
with local, artisan and fresh food producers.

The Company stays up to date with emerging food trends and welcomes
new producers to this end.

Given the staff and chef shortages being experienced in the catering
and hospitality sectors, all labour-saving innovations around ingredient
preparation are of interest.

Purchasing policy

It is essential for all suppliers to be HACCP compliant. Site visits are carried
out by the Company’s Food Safety Team. There is no charge for audits
unless in exceptional circumstances. All packaging and labelling must
satisfy legal requirements.

Supplier delivery is Monday through to Sunday as needed.

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