Club & Leisure Buyer Guide 2024, Foodbuy

WELCOME!

At Foodbuy, we have been supporting the needs of golf, recreation and social club members for nearly two decades. We have the expertise, purchasing programs and technology to support your team and remove the guesswork from selecting the best products and services to help your business thrive. We offer solutions for all of your front and back of house needs with purchasing programs on 36,000+ food and food-related items. We also have service programs including lawn maintenance, furniture, uniform rental and purchasing programs, waste solutions and more.

This publication serves as a curated buying guide to assist businesses in the Golf, Recreation & Social Clubs category. You will find top-saving items that support 80% of purchases done in your Food & Beverage and Services categories. We’ve included easy to use ordering codes to take the guesswork out of what items will drive operational savings on a month to month basis.

With the 2024 summer season fast approaching, this guide will help you set-up the foundation of your purchasing programs, eliminating the need for tedious research and cross-referencing of programs. Items in this guide have been selected to ensure you’re receiving savings either upfront in reduced purchasing costs, or on the backend with rebates accrued on a monthly basis.

We have expanded our portfolio of non-food supplier partners to further help support and grow your business. Among these partners you'll find HD Supplies, Davryl, Imperial Dade, Diversey, Grainger, along with many other solutions providers.

Our Professional Services Portfolio gives you access to a multitude of best-in-class service providers who can help you with issues such as staffing and training, menu development, pricing strategies, financing, marketing, or concept development and branding.

Our dedicated Support Team is always here to work with you and your staff. We audit prices, present new innovations, identify the optimal purchasing programs for your business and create reports so you don't have to. We source products and services and create product buying guides that help you streamline purchasing decisions to maximize your program benefits. We look forward to working with you to help you maximize your Foodbuy program benefits all year.

Thank you for your continued participation in the Foodbuy purchasing program.

Jason Stewart

Director

of Business Development & Sales

Jason has worked with ClubProcure & Foodbuy since 2014. He's a PGA of Canada professional with over 25 years of service in the golf and club industry. His vast knowledge of the golfing industry, both on the course and in the clubhouse, enables him to expertly help Foodbuyr members with all of their needs.

Elizabeth McKechnie Senior Account Manager, Foodbuy

Elizabeth has more than 11 years experience within the food, beverage and professional services field across Foodbuy's Golf and Hospitality sector. She currently works with a vast number of national and multi-unit public and private golf club members in Canada, helping them understand the landscape and bringing added value to their facilities.

GET TO KNOW US

North America’s largest Group Purchasing Organization (GPO)

Our goal at Foodbuy is to help support your procurement activity to maximize profits and streamline your procurement processes.

Foodbuy looks to provide competitive pricing and rebates on food, non food and services.

We offer purchasing flexibility through our extensive vendor partnerships with over 400 leading manufacturers as well as options through all leading distributors. We can simplify your procurement journey.

• Unmatched savings and rebates from nationally recognized vendors

• Improve business performance with expert culinary and operational consulting services

• One stop reporting systems for all purchases

• Sustainable, local and regional procurement programs

OUR HISTORY

2001: Compass purchases majority interest; Foodbuy, LLC was created

2018: Foodbuy acquires VGM Club Canada

2019: VGM club rebranded as ClubProcure

2024: ClubProcure is a portfolio of purchasing solutions specific for the needs of the golf industry and are now offered under the Foodbuy brand name.

OUR PORTFOLIO YOUR ADVANTAGE

Vast and flexible food and non-food rebate programs

Facilities maintenance, cleaning and sanitation supplies

Small wares, disposables, and appliances

Uniforms, linens, and textiles

Furniture, fixtures, and equipment

Professional services solutions

FEATURED CONTRACTED BRANDS...

Monthly rebate cheques

On-demand reporting tools

Specialized account management and 24 hr portal access

Optimization coaching

Operational and culinary expertise

GOLF, RECREATION & LEISURE SOLUTIONS

Foodbuy offers an extensive portfolio of products and services programs to meet all of your club needs.

Agronomy

Turf equipment, chemicals & fertilizers, replacement parts, golf course accessories & other maintenance items.

Clubhouse

Get equipment quotes and cost comparisons; programs for complete remodels, or quick updates

PARTNER SUPPLIERS

We have discounted pricing and rebate allowances on everything you need for your club.

Innovating to meet changing members needs

COVID-19 forced clubs like Toronto's Rosedale Golf Club to initiate more creative menu and service offerings

Foodbuy had the chance to speak with Chris Serré, the Club House Manager at the prestigious Rosedale Golf Club. Rosedale is a private club nestled in Toronto’s downtown core. The Club is an official Donald Ross designed course and was founded in 1893.

We spoke to Serré about the challenges of operating a private club and what they are doing to keep up with changing demands. Chris has spent over 27 years working within the private club space and certainly knows the market.

Chris Serré, Club House Manager, Rosedale Golf Club

Interestingly, Serré indicated that “A good thing that came out of the COVID-19 pandemic was that it forced more menu and service innovation. Since golf clubs remained open for the most part, during the shutdown, members were spending more dining at the course. That forced the Club’s Executive Chef Victor de Guzman and team to be more creative. That creativity has been, and is being encouraged to continue. Our 1,400 members like to see new menu features, but they also want trusted favourites.” This is a tough balancing act for all private clubs to walk. Serré said he is pushing for this as “traditionally, private clubs are slow to

respond to menu changes. We are trying to accelerate that here.”

Serré continued, “We have a great core group of members, and the onus is on me and my team to give them reasons to come in, whether it's quality, service, food, experiences or just the ongoing programming to try to drive traffic. In private clubs like ours, members travel the world, so you certainly have a ‘feedback rich environment.’ We know quickly when prices are too high, or the quality or services are not meeting expectations. Our biggest asset is the instant feedback we get. At a normal restaurant, if a customer isn’t happy, they may not go back. Here, they tell us and we can pivot right away.”

Serré’s feels the three biggest problems a private club faces are:

1) The menu doesn't change enough

2) The staff don't know enough about the menu

3) Service is slow

Most members will tell you the same thing, “most clubs are a three-legged stool. Food and beverage is often the weak leg. We have a fantastic golf and turf operation and we want to strive to level up the food and beverage program to match.”

Serré is keeping an eye on product costs and sourcing, labour costs and speed of service. The Rosedale Golf Club has an almost four million dollar F&B operation. The results they need to obtain come from either driving revenues or controlling costs. As with most courses, labour is a key issue for Rosedale.

They will have 80-100 staff throughout the peak summer period which is a key budget driver.

On the cost and sourcing side Serré laid out his view. “First, it’s about the menu rotation, freshness and trying different things. As we plan our menus, I get our team to circle back to make sure we are taking advantage of everything we should be, with the opportunities afforded to us by Foodbuy to help us on the cost side. Rosedale also looks to shop for and include local products and we turn to Foodbuy to help here as well.”

On the labour side, “We are working with staff at all levels, front and back of house, to provide training and to better understand and support the member experience. Combined with the staff experience, we look at both areas to see what, and how, we can do it differently to exceed expectations.”

Serré says “in a nutshell, that's the balancing act in a private club. Juggling the costs of products and services to meet member expectations while watching our pricing and menu mix."

The Rosedale Golf Club looks to Foodbuy to help control costs, source needed products, simplify procurement and identify cost-saving opportunities. With an expansive portfolio of both food and non-food programs, Foodbuy offers a full range of procurement solutions to meet the unique needs of golf and leisure clubs.

~ Foodbuy

The Saskatoon Club: 117 years young and growing stronger

The Saskatoon Club, located in the heart of downtown Saskatoon, has been in business since 1907!

The Saskatoon Club is primarily a business club offering networking, meeting space and social events along with a gym and squash courts to round out the member experience. The Club has experienced rapid growth recently, increasing from 460 members pre-pandemic to approximately 1,200 member accounts today, with 600

full paying members. This has led to significant revenue growth and has created some challenges along the way.

Foodbuy spoke with Sarah Buettner, The Saskatoon Club’s Executive Director, to understand this growth curve and the challenges that lie ahead.

Buettner outlined the Club’s growth, “We've seen significant growth. Our capital assets are well over seven million dollars, and we are targeting 10 million. We have

moved from $900,000 to $2.5 million in food and beverage revenues in just a couple of years. We’re the only business club in the province, and we have been able to tap into that. However, we say we're a professional social club, so we're a business/social club, we try to cater to both.”

We asked what is driving this growth “We have seen a shift in our membership” said Buettner. “The average age of members coming in right now is between 38 and 40 years old. It is much more of a young person’s club today and that has allowed us to rejuvenate The Club.”

The Saskatoon Club has undergone massive renovations. In 2018, The Club orchestrated a $4.5 million renovation project. Over the past two years, they have added close to $3 million in renovations and have another $11 million planned out over the next four years.

Buettner explains why they’ve focused on renovation and rejuvenation. “To me, it's remarkable that your grandfather’s generation had five friends and our granddaughters’ generation has 500 friends. The millennials and Gen Zs will go to their favorite restaurant only three times a year, because they need different experiences. Clubs historically have maintained the same appearance and offering and they developed prestige from this consistency. Whereas we want to keep it fresh, engaging and exciting every day, while maintaining our historical roots and traditions.”

We asked Buettner what challenges this level of growth can add to the management of The Club. “All eyes are on the numbers now. From a management perspective, we are really focused on our systems. We say you either sink to the level of your systems, or you rise to your goals.”

“We are watching expenses like everyone is.” As an example, The Club’s property taxes have gone up by $80,000, insurance has gone up by $30,000. As well, the minimum wage has jumped rapidly in Saskatoon all while

We want to keep it fresh, engaging and exciting every day, while maintaining our historical roots and traditions.”

Sara Buettner

food costs skyrocket. Buttner says “The Club is choosing to absorb costs operationally to add more value for our members.”

Buettner indicated that Foodbuy plays a large role helping them contain rising costs, but to her it’s more about the overall relationship. “We hired our executive chef from the US and I asked her who she wanted to partner with. She called people from around North America and came back with four GPO recommendations. The one that kept coming up was Foodbuy so we made the move. We like the support we receive. I say if people don't forget about us, we don't forget about them.”

We asked what the priorities for The Club are in 2024. Buettner said, “Our first goal is the pursuit of excellence in all areas and determining what that looks like and then systemizing it. We remind the team, ‘we're building your granddaughter's club’.”

We also want to build on our team’s overall success. “I think that keeping our staff engaged and retaining them is a big part of it. We pay more and we have a full benefit plan. Protecting the team at all costs is key for us.”

~ Foodbuy

Sarah Buettner, Executive Director, The Saskatoon Club

Foodbuy & The Club Management Association of Canada solidify on-going partnership

Foodbuy is proud to announce their continued partnership with the Club Management Association of Canada (CMAC).

We spoke with Suzanne Godbehere, the Chief Executive Officer of CMAC about the partnership, their vision and goals for the association. “We are excited that Foodbuy is continuing to support CMAC. Your support helps us ensure we deliver the training, resources and advocacy support to our members.”

We look to develop, promote and support the growth of the profession of club management”

Suzanne Godbehere, the Chief Executive Officer of CMAC

CMAC is the national professional association for individuals involved in the club management profession in Canada. They have been in existence since 1957 and CMAC’s vision is to create great leaders through excellence in professional club management. CMAC’s members are GMs, CEOs, COOs as well as Assistant Managers, Controllers, Chefs, Golf Professionals, Superintendents, Marketing Professionals, Food and Beverage Managers along with other roles in club management. Like other professions, there is a specific body of knowledge with defined competencies, academic training, an accreditation/certification process and a defined code of ethics. Members regularly attend events such as Business Management Institute (BMI) courses, conferences or webinars to stay abreast of industry trends as well as to pursue professional certification. BMI courses are professional development courses that provide tangible career benchmarks for managers to track their progress and strive for various levels of competency. The courses are held annually in January.

Godbehere described CMAC’s role. “We look to develop, promote and support the growth of the profession of club management. We provide networking and professional educational

Jessica Litt, CMAC Membership & Operations Manager; David Main, MBA, PGA Past CMAC President; Suzanne Godbehere, Chief Executive Officer of CMAC

opportunities for our members. We also advocate for our members’ interests to ensure our voice is heard on regulations that will affect members and their clubs.”

Troy Taylor, Vice President of Strategic Partnerships and Marketing for Foodbuy explains why Foodbuy chose to partner with CMAC. “We feel supporting the growth and development of people working in Club Management is key. There is little advanced training available in the Foodservice and Hospitality sector, so we feel CMAC’s role is fundamental in helping the continued success of the sector as a whole.”

Clubs from coast to coast play a huge role in the Canadian economy and club management involves a host of activities pending the size and style of the club. CMAC members hold senior roles in over 300 clubs across Canada and are responsible for all aspects of club operations.

Godbehere indicated that, “it’s not an easy business and for someone to lead these types of operations it usually requires a cross section of skills. Our training programs help prepare our members for the challenges they face in their day-to-day operations as they strive for service excellence.”

Those who are seeking the professional designation come from all walks of life. Some have grown up in the business and need and want a globally recognized certification for promotional opportunities and to gain the knowledge they can take with them throughout their careers. Some

members may not have a university degree and the specific training administered by CMAC can help with their skills and career development.

As part of CMAC’s commitment to offering timely and relevant professional development courses, they also host a number of networking events throughout the year. These events include sessions that help members become a more successful club manager. CMAC arms members with current information and cutting-edge skills. Godbehere speaks about the CMAC community, “The fellowship and community spirit are strong, as our members are freer to share information, ideas and solutions. It is not necessarily a direct competitive environment. This means that CMAC feels and operates much more like a community.”

~ Foodbuy

What is a GPO?

What we do and how we do it

Group purchasing organizations (GPOs) are not something that most people are familiar with unless you’ve worked in purchasing or if you’re a GM, chef, or seasoned club manager. However, the GPO business model has been around for decades, saving operators money.

Let’s look at Foodbuy, Canada’s leading foodservice and hospitality GPO.

If you’ve shopped at Costco you understand the GPO concept at the retail level. Costco buys massive volumes and its manufacturing partners offer a discounted selling price in return for high sales volume. Costco passes along that savings to their members.

That’s how it works in the Business to Business (B2B) sector as well, except on a much larger scale. Foodbuy is North America’s largest Group Purchasing Organization (GPO) and partners with over 400 suppliers with contracted purchasing agreements on over 36,000 items in Canada alone. When the purchasing volume of all of Foodbuy’s Members is combined, manufacturers are prepared to provide price discounts or rebates, in return for that volume. That is where Foodbuy Members benefit, by receiving price discounts or earning rebates on any item that Foodbuy has contracts with the manufacturers on.

It makes sense to work with a GPO for many reasons, which is why it’s such a prevalent practice across so many businesses. It’s a time saver, a cost reducer, and a support for those Members looking for help with their purchasing requirements. Foodbuy is your go-to expert for purchasing. And, it is free to join as

Foodbuy gets paid by the manufacturers for bringing them added sales volume. Foodbuy works with many clubs across Canada, and our dedicated account team has the knowledge and expertise to help them save money on purchases, select the items that will optimize their purchasing and save time sourcing needed items.

If you haven’t started saving with Foodbuy yet, what are you waiting for? To find out more about Foodbuy and how we can help your business, visit us online at Foodbuy.ca

IN SIMPLE TERMS...

A GPO will align with a supplier/manufacturer with a commitment to grow that business among its members. The GPO essentially becomes a conduit, or marketer, for the suppliers it works with. The GPO will negotiate a rebate amount or percentage with the supplier and share that rebate back to the members.

REGIONAL PRODUCE PROGRAM

We’ve got your fresh needs covered.

Foodbuy offers everyday solutions for the most challenging purchase in your kitchen—produce. Our expansive portfolio includes a fresh, seasonal mix of fruits and vegetables all backed by our commitment to provide quality, traceable products with local options. With the regional produce program, our suppliers can deliver ingredients right to your doorstep.

The Foodbuy difference

• Direct delivery

• All suppliers meet Global Food Safety Initiative (GFSI) certification requirements

• Food traceability from field to fork

• Locally grown options as season permits

• Freshcut value add options, where available

• Get market updates on Foodbuy’s Member Portal

Balancing needs & costs

Foodbuy works with members such as the Arbutus Club in Vancouver to reduce thier food and beverage costs while providing exceptional vaue.

When the Foodbuy team sat down to look at which private clubs to include in the 2024 edition of the Golf, Recreation and Leisure Club Guide, The Arbutus Club was one of the first that came to mind.

The Arbutus Club, located in Vancouver, BC has been in existence since 1964. It offers an extensive array of services and has earned a reputation as being one of Canada’s premier private clubs. Foodbuy spoke to the newly appointed CEO, Larry Ho to get his view on how 2024 is shaping up.

Larry Ho, CEO of The Artbus Club

Larry worked his way up through the ranks at casino resorts, first in Las Vegas and then in Canada. After meeting his wife here, they decided to make Canada their home. Larry moved into managing the Jericho Tennis Club for seven years before his move to The Arbutus Club. The Arbutus Club retains over 400 team members (employees & contractors) who service the needs of their 8,600 members. The Club generates $25 million in revenue with $7.9 million from food and beverage alone.

When asked about the labour challenges his club faced, Mr. Ho responded, “We have a solid group of team members here. Some with over 25 years of experience at the Arbutus Club. The challenge, like many other operations, is attracting and maintaining staff at the entry level positions.”

Coincidently, we caught Larry coming off his first team-building session and the excitement was boiling over about the opportunities ahead. Larry outlined his approach with the team, “Our programs and food and beverage operations are strong, so my goal is not to mess with the foundation, but the challenge is… how do we

elevate, innovate, and celebrate ‘Great’? How can we focus on and enhance the overall member experience? Every team member plays a role in helping us be the best we can be. We just can’t sit on our laurels, it’s about continuous improvements.”

We asked Larry about his view on the challenges surrounding food and beverage costing. “We have a strong catering department that helps us keep costs down for our overall F&B department. Like most member-funded clubs, The F&B department runs as a cost center, as the members expect good quality and service at a fair price. We don’t want to hike the F&B prices way up like the ‘for profit’ restaurants. When you combine the membership fees of a private club and the catering area, we feel we have a good balance of cost to value for the products we offer.”

Foodbuy certainly helps The Arbutus Club and thousands of other Members to reduce costs on the food and beverage side of the business along with an extensive

portfolio of non-food and Professional Services support, that adds value to Member operations. The Foodbuy program is flexible and leaves room for the inclusion of niche products as required by Members.

One of the issues facing The Arbutus Club is capacity. Mr. Ho thinks that balancing events and catering with the needs of the membership will be key going forward. “We have a generational thing happening here. The kids of the founding members are having kids and we are seeing growth from within the club. We are now looking at a long-range plan to increase our footprint to help us meet that demand. So, membership is somewhat capped for now in the sense that we are not accepting external applicants. However, the next evolution of this Club will be not to mess with the foundation that John Furlong and Brent Elkington created alongside the past Board of Directors and team members, but expand to ensure we maintain the right member experience.” So, when we asked how Larry feels The Arbutus Club is positioned for 2024, with a sheepish grin he said, “It’s two thumbs up!”

~ Foodbuy

OPERATIONS

Staffing woes?

Leverage innovative solutions with Foodbuy

The golf course industry, like many others in the foodservice and hospitality industry, has struggled with labour shortages. From seasonal fluctuations to the need for specialized skills, golf courses often find themselves struggling to maintain adequate staffing levels. However, innovative staffing services such as Staff Shop and Trillium HR offer viable solutions to these challenges. By leveraging Foodbuy's partnerships with staffing service providers, golf courses gain access to additional resources and support in managing their workforce.

Golf courses experience significant variations in demand throughout the year. Seasonal peaks, tournaments, and events can strain existing staff or necessitate the hiring of additional personnel. Furthermore, golf course operations require a diverse skill set, ranging from groundskeeping and maintenance to customer service and event management. Finding individuals with the right expertise and availability poses a considerable challenge for many golf courses. This is where experience in staffing can be critical to finding the right people for the job.

Staff Shop and Trillium HR are staffing service providers that specialize in providing temporary, permanent, and specialized personnel to various industries, including hospitality and leisure. These agencies understand the unique demands of the golf course industry and tailor their services to address them effectively.

Staff Shop is a privately held Canadian-IndigenousWomen owned staffing and consulting firm servicing Canada, USA, and the Caribbean and is an awardwinning diverse supplier, certified with Canadian Council for Aboriginal Business (CCAB), Canadian Aboriginal and Minority Supplier Council (CAMSC), Women Business Enterprises Canada (WBE) & WEConnect International. The company offers efficient and effective staffing solutions, allowing golf courses to scale their workforce based on fluctuating demand. Staff Shop ensures that clients receive top-quality staffing solutions for their diverse needs. Whether it's hiring seasonal workers for peak periods or recruiting specialized personnel for events or permanent roles in any department, Staff Shop provides access to a pool of skilled professionals easing the burden on golf course operators.

“Elevating People, Business & Experiences is our value proposition and what that really means is; you can count on Staff Shop as the certified diverse human capital ally and consultant for your protection and effectiveness, with a small business heart and big business impact,” explains Staff Shop Founder & CEO, Jennifer Ménard-Shand.

Similarly, Trillium HR, a Woman Owned, Diverse supplier, certified with Canadian Aboriginal and Minority Supplier Council (CAMSC), Women Business Enterprises Canada (WBE) & WEConnect International, focuses on matching golf courses with highly qualified personnel, from front line staff to the executive level. With over 25 years of experience, Trillium thrives in hospitality and health industries, providing innovative people solutions, be it through direct hire or temporary staffing, professional staff recruitment or volume recruitment. Their recruitment process emphasizes skills, experience, and cultural fit, ensuring that every staff member contributes positively to the golf course's operations.

“Adding Value Through People is our mission", says Trillium HR's President & CEO Poonam Kathuria. "Reacting beyond simple challenges sets a new standard in recruiting. As your 'smart partner', we understand that thinking ahead, knowing your company and anticipating change results in quick and efficient problem solving that positively impacts your bottom line. Our customized search and recruitment process helps us achieve our clients’ goals with a multidimensional but streamlined approach."

Foodbuy's partnerships with staffing agencies extend the range of available services to members, providing golf courses with comprehensive staffing solutions. Whether it's recruiting culinary staff for clubhouse restaurants or hiring maintenance personnel for course upkeep, Foodbuy's network of partners enhances the capabilities of golf course operators to address staffing and labour challenges. By using companies like Staff Shop or Trillium HR golf courses can optimize their staffing strategies while maximizing operational efficiency and profitability. ~ Foodbuy

GOLF CANADA

Growing the game

The team at Golf Canada reported that 2023 was the strongest year on record for golf in Canada. They had an all-time high of over ten million scores posted into the Golf Canada App. There were concerns that golf participation may soften post pandemic, but that has not been the case. Golf Canada has also indicated that the outlook for 2024 remains very optimistic. That is great news for Foodbuy Canada’s golf members.

One concern that has been raised is the diminishing opportunities for junior golfers because of the increase in participation. Golf Canada and their First TeeCanada program is looking to help ensure the long-term sustainability of golf in Canada. The primary objective of the First Tee - Canada program is to expand the current demographics of the sport to ensure golf participation better reflects the strengths of a multicultural Canada.

Foodbuy spoke to Adam Hunter, Director, Grow the Game at Golf Canada about the goals of the First Tee - Canada Program. “Our goal is to provide kids with an accessible and affordable entranceway into the sport. Many private facilities used to have a Sponsor or Junior Golf program where a child’s mom or dad did not have to be a member to play at that facility. However, those programs are diminishing because of the growth in participation. Tee times and discounts for juniors are now at a premium.”

Golf Canada originally partnered with the First Tee Program that was operating in the U.S. in 2020 to bring the program north of the border. Golf Canada is now operating six regional chapters. One chapter per province with the Prairies and Atlantic Canada grouped together. Hunter indicated that, “the programs are executed in community centres and schools and then at golf courses’ green grass and practice facilities and the goal is to get

those who are interested, on to the golf course.”

Hunter continued, “We hope that children from across all socio-economic backgrounds have an opportunity to get exposure to the sport through week long curriculums within their gym class. Those that love it can move up to the local green grass facility. Thanks to the generosity of some of our corporate donors, the programming at the green grass facilities is provided at no cost to the child. In 70-75 percent of the cases, the kids will not pay for their participation, either at the schools, community centres or at green grass facilities.”

One of the programs Golf Canada manages is the Youth on Course program that provides kids the opportunity to play golf for $5 or less at participating facilities. Kids get access to the Youth on Course opportunities through their Golf Canada or Golf Ontario membership. They play for $5 or less and then Golf Canada will subsidize the delta in the Junior golf green fees. “We feel golf is a vehicle to deliver transformational life skills. We want to develop children on the golf course, but more importantly we want to develop them off the golf course as well. The inherent life skills that come from playing golf is a key component to the program's success. Fifty percent of our participants have self-identified as coming from the BIPOC community, and 83% of the schools that Golf Canada partners with are within low socioeconomic neighbourhoods,” said Hunter.

First Tee - Canada has put 58,000 kids through the program in 2023 alone. The program will also reach a milestone this year with 100,000 kids participating in the program since its inception.

Golf Canada is also proud of their premier event, The RBC Canadian Open. It will be hosted once again at the Hamilton Golf and Country Club for 2024 and will be held a week earlier this year - May 28th to June 2nd. Hunter added, “The RBC Canadian Open is coming off a very momentous 2023 year which was highlighted by Canadian Nick Taylor winning with a 72-foot putt in the playoff at Oakdale Golf & Country Club.

“Hamilton is one of the top courses in Canada and has been an exceptional host venue for the tournament in the past. We are excited to return to the newly renovated Hamilton Golf and Country Club for the 2024 RBC Canadian Open.”

Foodbuy Canada understands the unique needs of the golf industry and provides purchasing solutions to ensure the best business outcomes including rebate programs, sourcing, supply chain management, custom order guides, purchasing optimizations and more.

~ Foodbuy

First Tee program

“We want to develop children on the golf course, but more importantly we want to develop them off the golf course as well. The inherent life skills that come from playing golf is a key component to the program's success.”

Adam Hunter, Director, Grow the Game at Golf Canada

PROFESSIONAL SERVICES

Searching for the right support to tackle your key business challenges?

Wasting too much time searching for quality suppliers?

Foodbuy has searched and evaluated high-quality suppliers that can help support your needs. From staffing and scheduling to marketing and insurance. It’s all part of Foodbuy’s Professional Services.

experts include: connect with the business services you need Click. Call. Done.

Food & Beverage

Bar inventory consultants

Beverage alcohol marketing programs

Draught beer services

Technology

Reservation systems

Delivery support systems

Digital media support

Financial Restaurant equipment financing

Insurance and staff benefits

Automated field audit reporting

Human Resources

Temporary staffing solutions

Scheduling tools

Training and education programs

Other

Restaurant concept development

Brand development

for all your club needs

FACILITIES MAINTENANCE

Abell

Pest control

Acklands Grainger

PPE, MRO, lighting, air filters

Citron Hygiene

Personal hygiene items, hand dryers, antisplash urinal screen, EcoAire

Diversey

Chemicals provider, Avmor products

E-Supply

PPE, MRO, lighting, air filters (Indigenous)

Hood Cleaners of America

Hood vent cleaning services

Imperial Dade

Janitorial equipment, cleaning supplies

MCL

Robot cleaning technology, PPE, wipes and sanitizer

MFT National Cleaning Services

Carpet cleaning (BC)

Plan Group

Plumbing, HVAC, electrical

Tennant sales and service Co

Chemicals, janitorial equipment, scrubbers

Tersano Inc.

Janitorial equipment, chemicals

Waste Solution

Provide contracting services for trash hauling, recycling, grease trap cleaning

FURNITURE, FIXTURES & EQUIPMENT

Davryl Enterprises Inc

Linen & Textiles, In room hotel amenities, mattress, bed coverings, curtains, shampoos, conditioners, dresser, desk coffee maker. etc,  Mayhew Inc.

Furnishings

Nilfisk

Vacuum cleaners, floor cleaners, pressure washers, detergents, buffers

ADMINISTRATIVE PROGRAMS

Grand & Toy

Office supplies, print services, design services

TransPerfect

Translation services

PROFESSIONAL SERVICES

American Restaurant Services

Kitchen equipment, floors, carpets, grout and restaurant cleaning; specializing in carpet, windows, power washings

Benchmark Sixty

Hospitality consulting service for business optimization; Staff retention platform

Better Beer

Draught Beer consulting services; quality assurance; ongoing testing, monitoring, training; glassware cleaning services

Cuboh

Online ordering management system, menu management

Gzooh Kitchens

Virtual kitchen provider

Peninsula

Human resource consulting service

Perative

ATMs

Rising Tide Consultants

A - Z Liquor license consulting

S&I Cleaning Services

One-stop-shop for all cleaning needs

Selectpath

National insurance provider

Smooth Commerce

All-in-one mobile app offering restaurant delivery and web ordering service  Staff Shop

Staffing

The Fifteen Group

Menu engineering, brand/ concept development, staff training and bookkeeping consulting provider

TrainCan

Workplace training, food handler and workplace safety certification

Trillium HR

Staffing

Tips Today

Digital gratuity payout solutions & wage distribution platform

TouchBistro

POS Systems

Waste Solution

Contracting services for trash hauling, recycling, grease trap cleaning

SMALLWARES, EQUIPMENT & DISPOSABLES

Georgia Pacific

Towels, tissues, napkins

Kimberly Clark

Towels, tissue supplier, housekeeping

Nella Cutlery

Cutlery rentals and sales

Pactiv LLC

Plastic deli, bowl foam, containers aluminum, containers foam, plates & platters foam, trays paper, cutlery

Pico

Fuel and candle lamps

Polar Plastics

Disposable containers & dinnerware, compostable plastic containers, wrapped single cutlery

Rubbermaid Commercial

Cleaning supplies and janitorial equipment, mops, carts

Sabert

Containers hinged plastic, bowl plastic, containers plastic (PET take out), plates & platters plastic, trays plastic

SC Johnson

Skin care, hand sanitizers

Shell Program

Shell gas

Tableware Solutions ltd

Smallwares, culinary dinnerware

FOOD SAFETY & SERVICES

511 Foods

Gloves, containers, disposables, hairnets

Cascades

Wipers, tissue, napkins

Mark’s Commercial

Non-slip safety shoes, safety parkas & vests

Rouxbe

Online culinary, multiple training bundles to choose from. Pre and post assessments to measure impact.

Shoes for Crews

Industrial shoes, non slip shoes

W Ralston Canada

Garbage bags

Does your company have the right apparel strategy?

The way your team is dressed can greatly impact customer perception. Tidy, matching uniforms give your crew a unified and professional look – but you want to make sure you’re choosing the right brand for the best appearance, longevity, and price. Meet a key player in your supply chain strategy: Chef Works.

Choosing the right apparel for your staff

What’s your focus when it comes to uniforms? While saving money through an effective procurement strategy may be at the top of your list, there are many other factors that may come into play when deciding on a uniform program.

Chef Works hits every mark through fashion-forward, high-quality products. You have the option of a wide range of styles and colours, allowing you to give your staff a look that fits your branding.

Products for Every Employee

While chef may be in their name, Chef Works creates apparel that can fit a wide range of roles within your operation. Their products range from aprons and headwear to shirts, pants, and coats.

• Restaurant Servers

• Utility Staff

• Kitchen Support

• Valets

• Baristas

• Housekeeping & Maintenance

• Restaurant Hosts

• Executive Chefs

• Retail and Customer Service

email info@foodbuy.ca

Safer. Cleaner. Healthier.

We aren’t just a laundry company. We are a world class uniform and linen service company.

We help businesses manage their brand image and efficiency. Whether you’re a small family business or a Fortune 500 company, we have you covered from the front to back.

Canadian Linen is rone of the largest uniform rental and linen supply companies in North America. We operate more than 115 production facilities and service centers throughout Canada and the United States - providing linen, uniforms, floor mats, washroom and cleaning products to nearly 150,000 customers every week.

Uniform Services

• Hospitality & Restaurant uniforms

• Flame resistant uniforms

• Food processing uniforms

• Healthcare uniforms

• Hi-visibilty uniforms

Linens & Towels

• Hospitality/Restaurant towels, table linens

• Healthcare linens and towels

• Industrial and automotive towels

Facility Management & Services

• Cleaning supplies

• COVID recovery services

• Disposable gloves

• First aid

• Floor mats

• Floor mops Managed washroom services

LINEN / UNIFORM SERVICE

Focus on what matters. Let us handle the rest.

Our dedicated team works alongside you to provide proactive solutions that save you time and money while keeping your operations running smoothly and your people safe. We work hard to support you with professional services, resources, and insights into industry trends, as well as access to hundreds of thousands of products that meet your extensive needs.

Proactive Solutions

By working closely with you, our team is able to uncover which services your business could benefit from and how often you need supplies shipped to you.

Technical Expertise

Our specialists will provide you with the technical support, product information, demonstrations, and troubleshooting on the products we sell.

Dedicated Customer Service

We are here to assist you whenever you have any questions or need help with any of the products or services we provide.

Industry Trends & Insights

Our industry experts will provide you with the industryspecific knowledge you need to solve problems and uncover opportunities.

Huge, diverse inventory

Everything from everyday essentials to hard-to-find items to help you get the job done.

Air

Electrical

First aid supplies

WE’RE MORE THAN JUST FOOD

Foodbuy helps you save money on more than just food and beverages. We also offer purchasing programs on over 36,000 items and services to support the operation of your club.

As North America’s leading group purchasing organization, Foodbuy offers the best portfolio of solutions and savings opportunities with a vast array of contracted partners

Locker Rooms

Imperial Dade: Towels, tissue, toiletries

HD Supply: Toiletries, robes, ironing boards

Grainger: Mops, buckets, light bulbs, maintenance equipment

Citron Hygiene: Washroom sanitation, hand hygiene, hand drying, incontinence care, air fresheners

Banquet/Weddings

Canadian Linen: Linens, napkins, tablecloths, floor mats

Chef Works: Uniforms, embroidery

United Trimen: Glassware, dinnerware, bar carts, kitchen equipment, outdoor heat lamps, umbrellas

Pico: Candle lamps, fuel

Xtreme Hospitality: Alcohol beverage program

Safety/First Aid

Candian Linen: First aid kits

Rouxbe: Chef Training

3M: Sanitization and cleaning products, scrubbers, grill cleaners

Diversey: Chemical products for both back and front of house

Abell: Pest control service

Marks Commercial: Safety shoes

Shoes for Crews: Safety shoes

Daily Operations

Staff Shop: Staffing

Staffy: Staffing

Waste Solutions: Waste disposal, recycing

Citron Hygiene: Washroom sanitation

Davryl: Furniture, artwork, TV’s

Touch Bistro: POS systems

Perativ: ATMs

Chase Payments: Payment solutions

Grand & Toy: Office supplies

Ricoh: Photocopiers/fax machines

Top preferred SKU listings

Foodbuy has numerous partnerships with suppliers that can take care of all your business needs from tee to table. We’ve put together these lists based on top quality ratings and highest rebates.

Reach out to your Foodbuy account manager with any questions and to see how much you can save.

BREAKFAST

BREAKFAST

COFFEE &

CHEESE, DAIRY

POTATOES

FROZEN FRUITS AND VEGETABLES

SAUCES, SEASONING

SALAD DRESSING, CONDIMENTS

DESSERTS

SNACKING

FOR PASTA LOVERS

Italpasta was founded in 1989 with the goal of creating a pasta that not only met but surpassed the Canadian Food Service Industry’s high standards for quality and performance. The demands of the back of the house are great and the needs are often unique. That’s why we have devoted years to perfecting our process. Our goal is to be your trusted partner by manufacturing a delicious, high-quality pasta made with only the finest 100% Canadian durum semolina. For the perfect plate of pasta, every time.

Italpasta was founded in 1989 with the goal of creating a pasta that not only met but surpassed the Canadian Food Service Industry’s high standards for quality and performance. The demands of the back of the house are great and the needs are often unique. That’s why we have devoted years to perfecting our process. Our goal is to be your trusted partner by manufacturing a delicious, high-quality pasta made with only the finest 100% Canadian durum semolina. For the perfect plate of pasta, every time.

SERVING

THE FOOD SERVICE INDUSTRY SINCE 1989

THE ITALPASTA DIFFERENCE

▪ Made in Canada from only the finest quality, 100% Canadian durum semolina.

▪ Thick wall technology helps to ensure that each plate of pasta is perfect every time.

▪ A high-quality pasta offered at a competitive cost.

WHY ONLY CANADIAN WHEAT?

SMALL CHANGE, BIG IMPACT

WHY ONLY CANADIAN WHEAT?

• High protein content – contributes to Italpasta’s superior cooking quality

• Strong gluten levels - contribute to Italpasta’s firm texture and ‘al dente’ bite

• Bright yellow pigment – contributes to Italpasta’s appetizing presence on a dinner plate.

• high pr otein content – contributes to Italpasta’s su perior cookinng qu al ity

• str ong gl uten l evels - contribute to Italpasta’s fir m texture and ‘al d ente’ bite

• br ight yel low pigment – contributes to Italpasta’s appetizing pr esence o n a d inner

SMALL CHANGE, BIG IMPACT

We have committed to making small, but impactful changes to operate more sustainably and reduce our environmental footprint under our sustainability program by providing…

100% RECYCLABLE PACKAGING BY 2030 ZERO FOOD WASTE RECIPE DEVELOPMENT

We have committed to making small, but impactful changes to operate more sustainably and reduce our environmental footprint under our sustainability program

DISTRIBUTOR PARTNERS

At Foodbuy, we maintain relationships with distributors far and wide because prices and rebates are only as good as what you can access.