DISCOVER THE QUALITY AND CONVENIENCE OF OUR
HOT FOOD CONCEPTS
WE ARE KEPAK
At Kepak, our out of home hot-food concepts are built upon the pillars of quality, innovation and convenience. We understand the challenge of balancing good food quality whilst matching the growing demand for convenience. Our range of hot-food concepts are suitable for a variety of businesses and cater to all formats, capabilities, and consumer needs. With meat at the heart of Kepak and over 40 years of food service experience, we are committed to delivering exceptional food products that are unmatched on quality, taste and performance. Our continual investment into state of-the-art manufacturing facilities and technology gives us a competitive edge. And we take pride in our reputation as being the ‘burger production specialists’, working with some of the biggest burger brands in the business. We’re focused on being creative and forward-thinking, aiming to be more than just a food service provider, but a partner in your business. We work collaboratively with our industry peers on sustainability initiatives to produce and deliver food products in a more sustainable way. As food experts, we are dedicated to bringing the future of food to your business.
HOW WE WORK WITH YOU
Best in Class Quality Products
Category Insights
Staff Training/ Guides
Branding
We sell concept solutions to your business. From marketing support to easy training and state-of-the-
Recipes & Builds
SOP's
art equipment, we have everything you need to boost your hot food offering.
Business Advice & Support
Equipment & Operations
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Profitability Analysis
Marketing Support
THE BURGER
SPECIALISTS 15.5K
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BURGER MANUFACTURING SITES
IRISH AND BRITISH FARMING PARTNERS
BURGER PARTNERS WITH
SOME OF THE BIGGEST BURGER BRANDS IN QSR
GRILLED
500,000,000
TO PERFECTION
OVER OPEN
FLAMES
BURGERS PRODUCED P/YEAR
CAPABILITIES: Frozen, Chilled, Raw and Cooked
Range of Shapes, Sizes and Fill Types
Variety of Cuts and Breeds of Irish and British Beef
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THE HOT FOOD TO-GO OPPORTUNITY THE GERMAN OUT OF HOME MARKET IS RETURNING TO PRE-COVID LEVELS
EUROPEAN CONSUMERS KNOW AND LOVE BURGERS!
1.
MEAT BURGERS APPEARED ON
€21,946.02M + 26.8% YoY
€5,216.05M + 19.2% YOY
AND IN
74,425 OUTLETS
SOLD IN THE EU ARE BEEF
QSR & FORECOURTS ARE IN GROWTH QSR CHANNEL:
638,921 MENUS
1 IN 2 BURGERS
FORECOURT CHANNEL:
€225.08M + 43.2% YOY
3 OUT OF THE TOP 5 BURGERS
CONSUMERS ARE SEEKING
IN EUROPE ARE BEEF
Convenient, Time Saving and Sustainable Purchases. 2.
30% OF 25-34 YEAR OLDS
VISIT A QSR AT LEAST ONCE A WEEK
AND WHEN IT COMES TO FOOD TO GO,
‘Quick & Easy’ and ‘Taste & Quality’ are top priorities. 3.
BURGER IS THE NO.1 MENU ITEM IN QSR
BUT BURGERS UNDER INDEX IN FORECOURTS VS QSR WITH ONLY A 1.5% SHARE OF FOOD PRODUCTS 4.
BECOME A DESTINATION FOR HOT FOOD WITH BURGERS! • Command a share of the QSR market • Appeal to younger consumers • Drive in-store incremental spend • Benefit from higher profit margins on hot food vs fuel Sources: 1. Global Data, Market Analyser, Top 20 Foods, Germany, Total OOH and Forecourts 2023 2. GlobalData 2023 Q4 Consumer Survey – Germany; How important are each of the following features when deciding to make a purchase? 3. MealTrak Wave 120 52we 22th January 2024 / GlobalData 2022 Q4 Consumer Survey – Germany; * Frequent consumers are those who visit daily, a few times a week, or once a week; 4. Global Data, The Future of Foodservice in Western Europe to 2027/ Menu Intelligence, Europe, Meat Burgers 18.03.24 4
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INTRODUCING OUR
FLAME-GRILLED BURGERS There is no big secret – we craft quality burgers with Irish & British beef from our trusted farmers and flame grill on a BBQ so that your burgers taste like no other.
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WHY CHOOSE
FLAME-GRILLED BURGERS?
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Authentic Unmatchable Flame Grilled Taste
Consistent Appearance, Taste & Quality
Reduced Health & Safety Risks
Minimal Staff Training Required
Quick to Heat Giving Speed of Service
Fully Traceable from Farm to Fork
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UNMATCHABLE TASTE Our flame grilled burgers are crafted with quality Irish and British beef and carefully cooked over open flames.
"That Flame Grilled Flavour.. why does it taste so good?" It’s called The Maillard Reaction! THE MAILLARD REACTION The high heat of the flames caramelizes the natural sugars in the beef, creating a distinctive flavorful crust or sear on the surface of the meat. This sear also helps to trap in the juices of the meat, making the burger more tender and juicier! This gives a superior taste profile vs other cooking methods such as steaming or sous vide.
CONSISTENT QUALITY Our Flame Grilled Burgers are produced using tender-form filling process designed to deliver a distinctive tender bite that has all the quality and taste of a premium burger. This fill system enhances operations too as it allows for a more effective heat transfer and faster cooking time. WE’RE COMMITTED TO DELIVERING ONLY THE BEST BURGERS.
41 product checks on the flame cooking line during production
260 burger taste panels annually
Analyzer systems ensure precise recipe and nutritional consistency
This way we can keep our promise on delivering a burger that has great taste and is consistent on shape, texture and performance.
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1.
HOT VENDING
2.
AUTOMATED RETAIL
LOW INVOLVEMENT Minimal handling and preparation of products with levels of automation
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HOT FOOD FOR ALL FORMATS Recognising that one single solution does not fit the needs of every business, we have developed a range of concepts tailored to suit your specific requirements. Our offerings are designed with quality, innovation and convenience in mind, providing options that range from low to high levels of operator involvement. We work closely with you to understand your challenges and objectives, enabling us to recommend the most suitable concept for your business. No matter your format, capabilities, or consumer demands, we are confident that we have the right solution to meet your needs.
3. PRE-ASSEMBLED RANGE
BUILD 4. HEAT, & SERVE
HIGH INVOLVEMENT Operator involvement required to heat and assemble the products
SCAN HERE TO GET IN TOUCH WITH US ABOUT OUR OFFERING OR EMAIL hello@kepakfoodservice.com
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FULL FLAVOUR, LESS LABOUR SOLUTIONS
PRE-ASSEMBLED RANGE Grab and Go at it's finest! Satisfy those customers who are look to for hot tasty food options but are time poor and want something to grab and go! This range includes assembled hot snacking products that are cooked, assembled, individually wrapped and frozen. Simply de-frost and heat in an oven or high-speed oven in just minutes!
NEW! WHY CHOOSE A PRE-ASSEMBLED RANGE? TIME SAVING Pre-assembled & pre-packaged
MINIMISE STAFF LABOUR Cooked and simply reheat
REDUCED H&S RISKS Cooked and minimal handling required
SERVING OPTIONS Heat and serve or heat and hot-hold
DAY-PART OPTIONS From breakfast sausage muffins to flame cooked burgers
FROZEN Frozen means less waste and more profit
SPEED Heats in minutes. Fast speed of service
TRACEABILITY Fully traceable from farm to fork
PRODUCTS INCLUDE:
MORE PRODUCTS COMING SOON
HOW DOES IT WORK? DELIVERED FROZEN
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THAW
HEAT
HOT-HOLD/ SERVE
FULL FLAVOUR, LESS LABOUR SOLUTIONS
HEAT, BUILD & SERVE Full Flavour, Less Labour Become a destination for hot food with our range of high quality, cooked & frozen products. Simply heat from frozen in minutes then assembled into hot sandwiches or snacking formats. Big Al’s has a variety of snacking options from flame cooked burgers, to gourmet hotdogs, chicken snacking and Italian pizza twists. We offer you a full solution, from category insights to recipe and limited time offer SOP’s and marketing advice.
WHY CHOOSE HEAT, BUILD & SERVE? HOT FOOD DESTINATION Drive incremental footfall with an easy hot food concept
FROZEN Frozen means less waste and more profit
CONSISTENCY Consistent appearance, taste and quality
REDUCED H&S RISKS Reduced health and safety risks
MINIMISE STAFF LABOUR Minimal staff training required
SPEED Heats in minutes. Fast speed of service
TRACEABILITY Fully traceable from farm to fork
RANGE SOLUTIONS Pre-cooked range including different product categories
PRODUCTS INCLUDE:
HOW DOES IT WORK? DELIVERED FROZEN
HEAT FROM FROZEN
ASSEMBLE
HOT-HOLD/ SERVE
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Kepak is dedicated to sustainability for the future, making concerted efforts to implement sustainable practices on the farm, in our operations and across our communities.
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ON THE FARM Agriculture is a cornerstone of our sustainability strategy at Kepak. As a business rooted in agriculture and reliant on a network of 15,500 farmers, we work collaboratively with to improve the sustainability of meat production in Ireland and the UK.
IN OUR OPERATIONS At Kepak we aim to do more with fewer resources. We’re focused on optimising production and minimising the environmental impact of our sites by systematically reviewing four key metrics – Emissions, Energy, Water & Waste versus our 2018 baseline.
ACROSS OUR COMMUNITIES At Kepak, our People & Communities commitment extends to both our valued employees and the communities in which we operate. Our focus revolves around four key impact areas Health & Safety, Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion.
ON THE FARM Kepak's dedication to exceptional farming practices and sustainable agriculture not only guarantees superior meat quality but also promotes greater animal welfare and sustainability.
KEPAK IS COMMITTED TO HAVING THE HIGHEST LEVELS OF ANIMAL WELFARE Animal welfare on our supplier farms is paramount. We’re committed to only working with dedicated suppliers who share our commitments on animal welfare. We insist that high standards of farm animal welfare are met and maintained at all stages of the animals life – on the farm, during transportation and in our lairages and abattoirs.
KEPAK FARMING CENTRE OF EXCELLENCE
ORIGIN GREEN
Kepak Farm Located in Co. Meath, Ireland is where we
only national food and drink sustainability programme.
host regular knowledge transfer sessions with our farmers
Operating on a national scale in Ireland, uniting
and producer groups. The farm is a centre of excellence
government, the private sector and the full supply chain
for sustainability focused research, working with a host of
from farmers to food producers to the foodservice and
industry stakeholders.
retail sectors.
Kepak is a founding member of Origin Green; the worlds’
KEPAK AFFILIATES:
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BETTER BEEF = BETTER BURGERS We take great pride in the beef we produce! OUR BURGERS ARE MADE WITH 100% IRISH AND BRITISH GRASS-FED BEEF, AND WE’RE PROUD TO WORK WITH OVER 15.5K FAMILY FARMERS. All our beef is fully traceable from farm to fork. Our state-of-the-art IT traceability system enables us to trace meat origin faster than the industry standard time.
Meat is at the heart of Kepak. Our sites across Ireland and the UK process beef meaning we have a vertically integrated supply of the best quality beef. We can ensure sustainability of supply and have end to end quality control.
100% Irish & British beef
All our beef is raised on a grass-fed diet
Fully traceable from farm to fork
100% hormone free
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IN OUR OPERATIONS At Kepak we aim to do more with fewer resources. We are focused on optimising production and minimising the environmental impact of our sites.
EMISSIONS
ENERGY
TARGET:
PROGRESS:
TARGET:
50% REDUCTION
24% REDUCTION
2% YOY REDUCTION
15% REDUCTION
of Scope 1 & 2 absolute emissions and 30% reduction of Scope 3 by 2030
of Scope 1 & 2 absolute emissions and 5% reduction in Scope 3
in energy intensity
in energy intensity
WATER
WASTE
TARGET:
PROGRESS:
TARGET:
PROGRESS:
7% REDUCTION
19% REDUCTION
50% REDUCTION
63% REDUCTION
in water footprint
in water footprint
in food waste
in food waste
70% recycling rate
53% recycling rate
82T
OF PLASTIC REMOVED IN THE LAST 12 MONTHS
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PROGRESS:
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24%
REDUCTION SCOPE 1 + 2 EMMISIONS
3 WIND TURBINES GENERATING
5,094,185 kWh
6%
OF GROUP
ELECTRICITY
ALL EFFLUENT
WASTE & FAT CONVERTED INTO
BIO DIESEL
WE’RE HERE TO
SUPPORT YOUR BUSINESS Our expert teams are here to
help maximise the hot food to go opportunity in your business.
COMMERCIAL TEAM
EXPERT CULINARY TEAM
MARKETING TEAM
Supporting strong partnerships for continual growth.
Working with you to develop a trend led menu based on your operational needs.
Delivering marketing campaigns and assets to drive awareness and purchase intent.
CATEGORY & INSIGHTS TEAM
NPD TEAM
Sharing the latest market insights to future proof your food business.
Unlocking the latest product innovations to keep your business competitive.
TALK TO OUR TEAM TO DECIDE THE BEST HOT FOOD CONCEPT SOLUTION FOR YOUR BUSINESS SCAN HERE TO GET IN TOUCH WITH US ABOUT OUR OFFERING OR EMAIL hello@kepakfoodservice.com
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