| # | Company | Employees |
|---|---|---|
| 1 |
McDonald'scorporate.mcdonalds.com
global fast-food restaurant chain operating over 37,000 locations worldwide, serving popular menu items and employing 1.9 million people |
261,219 |
| 2 |
Mondel膿z Internationalmondelezinternational.com
Global multinational manufacturing and marketing iconic snacks, biscuits, chocolate, candy, and gum brands including Oreo and Cadbury to empower people to snack right. |
79,000 |
| 3 | 42,789 | |
| 4 |
Kraft Heinzkraftheinz.com
Producer of high-quality food and beverage products including condiments, dairy, meals, beverages, and nutrition items marketed worldwide. |
39,000 |
| 5 |
Ferraraferrarausa.com
A leading sugar confectionery company in the US, focused on driving category development with a diverse portfolio of iconic brands |
5,430 |
| 6 |
Cooper's Hawk Winery and Restaurantschwinery.com
An elegant tasting room and scratch kitchen restaurant chain with a large wine club, multiple locations, award-winning wines, and celebrity partnerships |
3,605 |
| 7 |
Reyes Coca-Cola Bottlingreyescocacola.com
This company bottles and distributes Coca-Cola and Monster products to various businesses and venues across 10 states, proudly supporting local communities. |
3,544 |
| 8 |
Hillshire Brandstysonfoods.com
A food company based in Chicago that merged with Tyson Foods, offering a diverse portfolio of iconic and artisanal brands |
3,449 |
| 9 | 3,386 | |
| 10 |
TreeHouse Foodstreehousefoods.com
Company provides private label food and beverage solutions to retail grocery and foodservice customers in North America, offering quality and value across multiple product categories |
3,053 |
| 11 |
Koch Foods, Inc.kochfoods.com
A top poultry processor in the US since 1985, specializing in high quality products and exceptional service in growing, manufacturing, and distributing poultry |
2,909 |
| 12 |
Reyes Beverage Groupreyesbeveragegroup.com
National family-owned distributor delivering beer, spirits, wine, and non-alcoholic beverages to retail accounts while prioritizing employee safety, integrity, and customer profitability across the nation. |
2,794 |
| 13 |
Home Chefhomechef.com
Innovative meal kit company fostering autonomy, creativity, and growth for employees Award-winning team focused on customer satisfaction and fun work environment |
2,766 |
| 14 |
Newly Weds Foodsnewlywedsfoods.com
A global leader in food ingredient innovation, specializing in customized food coatings, seasonings, and sauces, with manufacturing facilities worldwide |
2,123 |
| 15 |
Reinhart Foodserviceperformancefoodservice.com
A leading broadline foodservice distributor in the US, offering a wide range of products including poultry, seafood, dairy, produce, equipment, disposables, and more |
1,825 |
| 16 |
OSI Grouposigroup.com
Custom value-added food product development, global sourcing, processing, and distribution for leading foodservice and retail brands worldwide. |
1,601 |
| 17 |
Prairie Farms Dairy, Inc.prairiefarms.com
Midwest and South-based dairy cooperative with over 600 farm families producing award-winning milk, cheese, and dairy products sold nationwide Nourishing communities responsibly |
1,325 |
| 18 |
Flying Food Groupflyingfood.com
A US based company providing authentic meals, logistics, and digital services to the travel and retail industries, with a focus on diversity and giving back |
1,273 |
| 19 |
Tropicana Brands Grouptropicanabrandsgroup.com
manages a global portfolio of iconic juice brands, focusing on innovation, manufacturing, distribution, sales, marketing, and nutrition expertise |
1,253 |
| 20 |
Factor_factor75.com
This company offers no-nonsense, chef-prepared meals made with ingredients of integrity, expert-approved nutrition, and restaurant-quality cuisine for people on the go |
1,140 |
| 21 |
Eby-Brown Company, LLCeby-brown.com
Leading convenience store supplier delivering innovative foodservice, merchandising, technology, and insight to 10,000+ C-store retailers across North America as part of PFG family |
1,093 |
| 22 |
GHOSTghostlifestyle.com
A lifestyle sports nutrition brand offering a fit-lifestyle approach to traditional sports nutrition, with products available online and in select retailers worldwide |
1,038 |
| 23 |
Winland Foodswinlandfoods.com
Global manufacturer of private label and branded foods for retail and co-pack customers, creating delicious food using fine ingredients with high standards |
955 |
| 24 |
fairlife, LLCfairlife.com
Chicago-based dairy company producing nutrition-rich, lactose-free dairy products, including milk, protein shakes, and nutrition shakes, prioritizing innovation, sustainability, and animal welfare |
942 |
| 25 |
Great Lakes Coca-Cola Bottlinggreatlakescocacola.com
A subsidiary of Reyes Holdings, Great Lakes Coca-Cola Bottling manufactures, sells, and distributes Coca-Cola brands in their market areas |
941 |
| 26 |
Viskase Companies, Inc.viskase.com
Manufacturing and supplying diverse artificial casings and packaging solutions for the global meat processing industry with quality and innovation. |
890 |
| 27 |
Primientprimient.com
The company is a top producer of plant-based food and industrial ingredients, prioritizing safety, quality, and sustainability in their practices |
877 |
| 28 |
Mizkan Americamizkan.com
Production and distribution of vinegars, sauces, mustards, cooking wines, and dressings for retail, foodservice, and specialty markets. |
737 |
| 29 |
Carl Buddig and Companybuddig.com
A family-owned company in Illinois, offering a variety of tasty lunchmeat, sausage snacks, and BBQ products for over 75 years |
636 |
| 30 |
Hickory Farms, LLChickoryfarms.com
Delighting customers since 1951 with expertly-curated food gifts for celebrations, corporate events, and special moments, sold online and in stores across North America |
630 |
| 31 |
Alpha Baking Co., Inc.alphabaking.com
Established in 1979, Alpha Baking Company specializes in crafting unique baked goods, offering customizable solutions for foodservice operations through par-baked and frozen programs |
626 |
| 32 |
Maker's Pridemakerspride.com
Contract manufacturing partner producing diverse food products including snacks, baked goods, nutrition, fresh, and frozen foods across North America. |
619 |
| 33 |
John B. Sanfilippo & Son, Inc.jbssinc.com
A leading snack food company focused on creating real, nourishing products that bring joy while protecting the planet |
619 |
| 34 |
Pepsi MidAmericapepsimidamerica.com
A family-owned company based in Marion, Illinois, distributing quality Pepsi products to 5 states while supporting the community through philanthropy |
560 |
| 35 |
Greco and Sons, Inc.grecoandsons.com
Importer, distributor, and manufacturer of premium food products, including Italian sausage, serving a wide range of customers with exceptional service and quality products |
553 |
| 36 |
Nation Pizza and Foodsnestlejobs.com
A food company recently acquired by Nestl茅 USA, offering various job opportunities and a chance to explore the company culture |
239 |
| 37 |
McCormick FONAmccormickfona.com
Global leader in flavor solutions for food, beverage, and healthcare brands, combining science, art, creativity, and expertise to deliver sustainable and delicious products worldwide |
127 |
| 38 |
Lifeway Foods, Inc.lifewaykefir.com
A leading manufacturer of kefir and other probiotic dairy products, offering a variety of flavors and organic options for health-conscious consumers |
116 |
| 39 |
Elchais Food Solutionselchais.com
Global supplier specializing in dehydrated and freeze-dried vegetables, fruits, and herbs for various food industry applications. |
31 |
| 40 |
Tradecraft Coffee & Teatradecraft.me
Partners with craft coffee roasters and specialty tea brands. Provides full beverage programs for hotels, offices, restaurants, and cafes, executing the best coffee and tea programs. |
30 |
| 41 |
Napco Brandsnapcobrands.com
A family-owned coffee roastery with over 120 years of experience, offering premium coffee brands, private label services, and tailored solutions for diverse clientele |
26 |
| 42 |
Color Brandscolorbrands.us
Color Brands is the exclusive international partner for top food, beverage, and nutrition brands, managing global business relationships with leading distributors and retailers worldwide |
21 |
| 43 |
Tribe Coffee Co.etsy.com
A Chicago-based company that specializes in roasting and distributing Latinx specialty grade coffee |
12 |
| 44 |
Second Chance Coffee Company LLCsecondchancecoffee.com
The company sources and sells 100% Arabica Specialty-Grade Coffee, roasting daily in micro-batches and delivering fresh beans within days of roasting |
4 |
| 45 | 
PASSION HOUSE COFFEE ROASTERS INC.
A company based in Chicago, Illinois, specializing in roasting and providing high-quality coffee products in the food & beverages industry |
3 |
| 46 |
FreshGround Roastingfreshgroundroast.com
A specialty coffee roaster in Chicago, sourcing directly traded coffee from organizations teaching farmers to grow high-quality coffee, and educating customers on brewing techniques |
1 |
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