ReadyChef Named Franchise Supplier of the Year at Franchise Association Awards

ReadyChef has been named Franchise Supplier of the Year at the Franchise Association Awards, held on Friday 27 March at the Crowne Plaza Hotel in Blanchardstown, Dublin. The award recognises the company’s outstanding service, innovation, and strong partnerships with franchise businesses across Ireland.

The category celebrates suppliers that go above and beyond in supporting franchise operations, demonstrating reliability, responsiveness, and a deep understanding of the unique needs of franchise networks. ReadyChef was recognised for its ability to support franchise partners at scale while delivering consistent quality, operational efficiency, and tailored solutions across multiple locations.

Commenting on the award, William Tallon, Managing Director at ReadyChef, said:

“Being named Franchise Supplier of the Year really comes back to how we work day to day. We spend a lot of time listening to our customers, understanding what they need, and finding practical solutions that actually work in busy kitchens. We see ourselves as more than a supplier, we are a strategic partner to franchise operators, helping them maintain consistent quality while improving operational efficiency across their networks. This award reflects the trust our partners place in us and our shared commitment to their success.”

Operating from a BRC AA-rated production facility, ReadyChef, a Sysco company, specialises in bespoke prepared fruit and vegetable solutions which are the perfect solution for franchise businesses. These freshly prepped products ensure consistent quality across multiple sites, reduce preparation time, lower labour requirements, and extend shelf life to minimise waste.

The company’s advanced production processes, supported by dedicated delivery and experienced sales staff, allow franchise partners to receive fresh, safe, and consistent produce while enabling kitchen teams to focus on cooking, service, and presentation. These strengths are reflected in a customer retention rate of 90 percent.

ReadyChef continually adapts to meet evolving franchise requirements, supporting ad hoc locations such as pop-ups, events, festivals, and concert venues. Planned expansion of the production facility will further increase capacity and efficiency, enabling the company to continue supporting the growth of its franchise partners.

David McEnroe, Speciality Business Director at Sysco Ireland, added: “What stands out with ReadyChef is their ability to balance scale with flexibility. They deliver consistency where it matters, but they also stay close to customers to adapt quickly as needs change. This award reflects the strength of that model, and the continued investment we’re making in capability, innovation, and expertise to support our customers as they grow.”

Through bespoke prepared produce solutions, industry-leading food safety standards, and dependable logistics, ReadyChef continues to set the benchmark for franchise supply partnerships, combining innovation, service, and collaboration to support the long-term success of the brands it works with.