Little Potato Company launches dedicated foodservice division

The Little Potato Company has launched a foodservice division to better support restaurant, retail and hospitality operators.

The Food Service Solutions portfolio includes fresh little potatoes in larger pack sizes and sous-vide products, according to a news release. Little Yellows, Little Reds, Little Trios, Little Purely Purples and Little Fingerlings are available in 4×10-pound bags, 25-pound cases and 50-pound cases.

“Our focus is on creating confidence for food operators. We make it easier for operators to deliver great food, every time,” said Sanford Gleddie, Little Potato Company executive vice president of sales, marketing and business development.

“Foodservice customers operators can count on consistency with Little Potatoes — reliable quality with uniform sizing, easy prep that works for all skill levels, a versatile product that works across the entire menu and year-round supply of potatoes grown by family farms across North America.”

The foodservice division aims to help operators balance labor pressure, rising costs and growing demand for fresh ingredients, according to the company. Little Potato Company products are uniform in size, cook to the same level every time and require no peeling, helping operators manage food cost and waste.

Sous-vide options are ready in as little as two minutes, requiring no specialized skills or training, according to the release.

The Little Potato Company currently distributes its foodservice products through major partners including Sysco and Gordon Food Service, as well as Restaurant Depot, with continued expansion underway.

The company said it is also developing an integrated platform that will include expanded digital resources, product information and culinary inspiration tailored to customer needs.