Together We Thrive

It’s all about loving what we do. The people who work here have a love for great food, for helping our customers and employees succeed, for working hard and winning together, and for making a difference within our company and the communities in which we live. We are self-starters who believe that through collaboration and dedication we can have a positive impact on the food we eat, our people, and our community.

At Basic American Foods we don’t just embrace the idea of collaboration – we deeply encourage it. We promote trust and strong internal relationships so that diverse perspectives may be heard and appreciated.

There is an unwavering dedication for taking the long-term view of the business on behalf of our ownership and a contagious passion for the business. At all levels there is an eager willingness to problem solve, make a positive impact, and innovate together.

WE KNOW THAT OUR PEOPLE ARE WHAT HAVE MADE US SUCH A GREAT COMPANY.

Our performance-based culture motivates employees to strive for success, to never settle for the status quo, and to always push the business and the industry forward.

We know that our people make us a great company and market leader. We rely on the strength of every department and every individual to help us grow and succeed.

TEAM SPOTLIGHT

QUALITY AND REGULATORY OPERATIONS

Fueled by a passion for quality manufacturing, systems, and processes, our QRO function ensures BAF consistently provides the high quality products that our customers have come to expect.

OPERATIONS

Based in Southeastern Idaho, Illinois and Washington, our operations teams are highly experienced and committed to the highest level of manufacturing excellence. These diverse teams include roles that range from Process Managers and Engineers to Line Associates, but all share a common drive to provide the highest quality foods to our customers in the most efficient and safe way possible. With an average tenure of over 14 years, these teams are loyal and consistently deliver the best results possible.

MARKETING

Located in our Walnut Creek, California office, the marketing department at BAF offers an exciting and fast-paced environment. By understanding our customer’s needs and delighting them with solutions that build brand loyalty across all of our unique markets: foodservice, retail, and ingredients, this dynamic team delivers a tangible impact to the business and our customers.

OUR TEAM