Sysco Ireland invested €2.3m in ReadyChef a prepared produce business strengthening its supply chain for the hospitality sector.
The company says this investment is a key component of the company’s fresh and prepared produce strategy, aimed at meeting the growing demand for ready-to-eat and ready-to-cook products in the Irish hospitality sector.
The funding will be used to expand production capacity and upgrade technology at the Glasnevin facility, which is Ireland’s leading BRCGS-accredited high-care and low-care production site. The facility specialises in “bespoke cuts,” providing professional kitchens with tailored produce solutions designed to reduce waste, save labour, and manage margins.
The operation maintains an “Irish-first” sourcing philosophy, prioritizing local growers while using a global network to ensure year-round supply when local produce is out of season. Alongside the financial investment, Sysco unveiled a new brand identity for ReadyChef. The rebrand is intended to:
- Reflect recent operational changes and the scale of the new investment.
- Future-proof the brand for growth in both product ranges and personnel.
- Reinforce the business’s family heritage, having been originally founded by the Tallon family in the 1960s before being acquired by Sysco in 2023.
This investment follows other major expansions by Sysco Ireland, including the September 2025 opening of a £23m (€27m) facility in Crumlin, County Antrim, which created 50 new jobs and doubled the company’s Northern Ireland operations. Together, these initiatives support Sysco’s “Recipe for Growth” strategy, focusing on local sourcing, digital enhancement, and supply chain optimization.
The move reinforces Sysco’s role as the leading fresh produce provider to Irish hotels restaurants and catering operations ensuring consistent quality and availability for foodservice professionals nationwide.
