Brakes is one of the largest foodservice wholesalers in the UK and operates as part of the Sysco organization. The business serves professional kitchens and institutional buyers with broad product coverage and nationwide distribution capabilities.
Core Offerings
- Fresh, chilled, frozen, and ambient food categories
- Beverages and kitchen consumables for foodservice operators
- Own-brand and branded product ranges for professional catering
Capabilities
- National warehousing and delivery network for foodservice accounts
- Procurement scale across multiple product classes
- Sector-specific account support for schools, healthcare, hospitality, and public services
Commercial Model
Brakes runs a B2B wholesale and logistics model, combining centralized sourcing, category management, and scheduled delivery services for trade customers across the UK.