Frequently Asked Questions

What industries do you typically work with?
SB Value partners with culinary professionals, operators, and concessionaires across a wide range of industries, including caterers, private clubs, theme parks, water parks, resorts, trampoline parks, roller skating centers, dude ranches, campgrounds, and boutique hotels.

Do I have flexibility with the products I choose?
Yes. Your product selection remains entirely your choice; you will simply benefit from improved pricing on the items you already purchase.

Do certain products offer more competitive pricing?
Yes. Within each category, select items feature contracted pricing directly from manufacturers, offering enhanced savings opportunities. You are always free to choose the products that best fit your operation.

Am I locked into a contract?
No. There are no contracts required to participate.

What are your payment terms?
Payment terms are established based on your credit profile. 

In which categories can I expect to see savings?
Savings are available across all major foodservice categories, including fresh proteins, produce, dry goods, cleaning supplies, paper products, and more.

Is there a fee to join SB Value?
No. There are no membership fees.

Do companies of all sizes benefit?
Yes. Businesses of all sizes benefit equally from the program. With over 28,000 participating locations, the collective purchasing power delivers pricing advantages that individual operators cannot achieve on their own.

How does SB Value secure competitive pricing and service?
SB Value leverages more than $10 billion in collective purchasing power across its membership. This scale allows us to negotiate favorable pricing directly with manufacturers and suppliers, and those savings are passed through to our members.

To further strengthen this model, SB Value partners with Premier, a leading group purchasing organization with approximately $82 billion in annual purchasing volume. Premier’s portfolio includes over 300 national foodservice agreements, along with supplier support, promotions, and operational tools. Together, this combined purchasing strength enhances both pricing and service for SB Value members.

How can I maximize my savings?
Members typically achieve the greatest savings by directing a majority of their purchases, often around 80%, through the program where applicable.

What products are covered?
The program includes a comprehensive range of foodservice products, including proteins, produce, dry goods, cleaning supplies, equipment, paper goods, uniforms, and linens.

How do I place orders?
Orders are placed through US Foods’ online ordering platform. The system includes robust tools such as product data, analytics, inventory management, pricing comparisons, and menu profitability tracking to support your operation.

What if I’m already a US Foods customer?
You will continue ordering the same products through US Foods, now with improved pricing through SB Value.

Is there a catch?
No. The program simply allows independent operators to benefit from the purchasing power typically reserved for the largest buyers in the industry, while maintaining full flexibility and control over their business decisions.