Golden State Foods

Golden State Foods (GSF), established in 1947 and headquartered in Irvine, California, is a leading diversified supplier to the Quick Service Restaurant (QSR) and retail industries.

With a workforce of over 6,000 associates across more than 50 locations worldwide, GSF serves approximately 125,000 restaurants and stores in over 50 countries.

Core Businesses and Product Offerings

GSF's core businesses encompass the processing and distribution of liquid products, meat, produce, dairy, and other services, providing comprehensive solutions across the entire supply chain spectrum.

Their product range includes:

• Sauces, dressings, and condiments
• Syrups and dessert toppings
• Meat products
• Dairy items and fresh produce

Key Partnerships

The company has a longstanding partnership with McDonald's, supplying a significant portion of their liquid products and serving as McDonald's third-largest beef supplier in the U.S. market.

Other notable clients include Starbucks, Chick-fil-A, Taco Bell, KFC, and Wendy's.

Ownership and Investment

In 2024, Lindsay Goldberg, a family and founder-focused private equity firm, acquired a controlling interest in GSF.

This acquisition recognizes the company's 77 years of successful value creation and provides additional resources to support its global operations.

Locations

GSF operates facilities in several locations worldwide, including:

• Joliet, IL
• Capitol Heights, MD
• Greenwood, IN
• Aurora, CO
• Additional locations in 80011, CO, USA