Foodservice
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Foodservice Industry Segments
Being a market leader in the provision of foodservice information, CHD Expert has developed an unrivaled knowledge and understanding of the foodservice industry. This allows CHD Expert to create a Global Foodservice Classification (GFC) system segmenting the entire market into relevant industry segments. The GFC is used as an international standard by the professionals of the foodservice industry.
This method therefore makes it possible for each country to personalize the specific characteristics of each market segment whilst retaining a global profile and overview of the entire Foodservice market.
What Is Food Service?
The food service industry, known as catering in British, is any business that has a part in creating and selling food out of your home. That includes everything from food manufacturers to resturants.
Food Service Meaning
So the meaning of food service is providing food to consumers in the form of restaurants, fast food outlets, and other catering outlets.
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Classify Food Service Industry
The food service industry involves all the stages involved in providing meals to consumers outside of their home.
To classify the food service industry into segments, we need to consider these different stages, which include:
- Sourcing
- Manufacturing
- Distributing
- Preparing
- Serving
No matter what type of food service, from restaurant to fast food, foodservice providers will be involved in one or more steps in this process. And no matter where they are involved in this process, CHD Expert captures them in our Global Foodservice Classification (GFC) system database with over 8.7million operators.
This method therefore makes it possible for each country to personalize the specific characteristics of each market segment whilst retaining a global profile and overview of the entire Foodservice market.
Types Of Non Commercial Food Service
The non commercial food service industry is made up of providers offering food outside of the home in settings including schools, hospitals, workplaces, and government offices. So there is one main type of non commercial food service, which is institutional
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Being a market leader in the provision of foodservice information, CHD Expert has developed an unrivaled knowledge and understanding of the foodservice industry. This allows CHD Expert to create a Global Foodservice Classification (GFC) system segmenting the entire market into relevant industry segments. The GFC is used as an international standard by the professionals of the foodservice industry.
This method therefore makes it possible for each country to personalize the specific characteristics of each market segment whilst retaining a global profile and overview of the entire Foodservice market.
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Non Commercial
BUSINESS & INDUSTRY (B&I)
Definition: A business location that is not primarily a foodservice operator, but purchases foodservice items, typically for a corporate cafeteria or canteen area.
Examples: Google Inc. cafeteria
GFC Code: 1100
COMPANIES
Definition: This is a top-line segmentation. A company / business location that is not primarily a foodservice operator, but purchases foodservice items. It will be used when it is unknown if the business is operating as a production plant or office only.
Examples: PepsiCo, Purchase NY.
GFC Code: 1110
PROFESSIONAL / OFFICES
Definition: A company where the operator is known to only contain office space.
Examples: This example would be PepsiCo, Chicago IL, which is only office space.
GFC Code: 1111
PRODUCTION / PLANTS
Definition: A company where the operator is known to have production.
Examples: This would include PepsiCo, Dyer IN where product is warehoused and shipped.
GFC Code: 1112
GOVERNMENT EMPLOYMENT
Definition: A known business location that is a government entity.
Examples: The Pentagon
GFC Code: 1130
CO-WORKING SPACES
Definition: Coworking is a business services provision model that involves individuals working independently or collaboratively in shared office space. The owner of the space provides a work environment and, usually, office equipment and amenities found in a typical office.
Examples: WeWork, Impact Hub, Knotel
GFC Code: 1140
EDUCATION
Definition: A location for development of knowledge.
GFC Code: 1200
PRE-K, KINDERGARTEN, CHILD CARE
Definition: A daycare/childcare location that is prior to K-12. Typically will have some form of foodservice.
Examples: KinderCare, Daycares
GFC Code: 1210
PRIMARY SCHOOL
Definition: An education facility with K – 8 grades.
Examples: Kenwood Elementary School
GFC Code: 1220
SECONDARY SCHOOL
Definition: An education facility with 9 – 12 grades.
Examples: Hammond High School
GFC Code: 1230
FURTHER EDUCATION, UNIVERSITIES
Definition: This is a top-line segmentation. This is used when it is unclear if a location is a two or four year college or technical trade school. It is typically a “holding” place until further research can be completed.
Examples: Abbott College
GFC Code: 1240
2 YEAR COLLEGE & UNIVERSITIES
Definition: A community or local 2 year college.
Examples: South Suburban Community College
GFC Code: 1241
4 YEAR COLLEGE & UNIVERSITIES
Definition: An institution of higher learning, especially one providing a general or liberal arts education rather than technical or professional training.
Examples: Northwestern University, University of Michigan
GFC Code: 1242
TECHNICAL AND TRADE SCHOOLS
Definition: A specific trade training school.
Examples: Automotive Learning Center, Electrician Trade
GFC Code: 1243
OTHER FURTHER EDUCATION
Definition: Other types of education.
Examples: Job Corp of America
GFC Code: 1249
SCHOOL DISTRICTS
Definition: A geographic district, the public schools of which are administered together.
Examples: Norwood School District, Carlisle Area School District
GFC Code: 1250
CULINARY SCHOOLS
Definition: Schools teaching cooking, training for chef’s
Examples: Culinary Art School
GFC Code: 1260
OTHER EDUCATION ESTABLISHMENTS
Definition: Unclassified education – requires further research.
Examples: John’s Academy (in research, operators like this have been daycares, automotive training, high schools…etc)
GFC Code: 1290
HEALTHCARE
Definition: A location for the improvement of physical or mental health.
GFC Code: 1300
HOSPITALS
Definition: An institution where persons are given medical or surgical treatment.
Examples: Mercy General Hospital, Johnson Memorial Hospital, Riverview Psychiatric Center
GFC Code: 1310
CLINICS
Definition: An institution where individuals are given outpatient medical treatment.
Examples: Dental care clinic
GFC Code: 1320
CONVALESCENCE HOMES AND REST HOMES
Definition: An inpatient care facility that does not specialize in senior living/care.
Examples: Chicago Rehabilitation Center
GFC Code: 1330
CENTERS FOR REHABILITATION AND READAPTION, ADULT DAY CARE
Definition: A facility offering adult day care or outpatient rehabilitation care.
Examples: Bally’s Rehabilitation Center
GFC Code: 1340
NURSING HOMES, HOMES FOR THE ELDERLY, RETIREMENT COMMUNITIES
Definition: This is a top line placeholder typically used when a location is not further defined between a nursing home, home for the elderly and a retirement community.
Examples: Palmer House care center
GFC Code: 1350
NURSING HOME
Definition: An inpatient facility that offers long term care for aged or infirm persons as the primary focus.
Examples: Meadowview Nursing Home
GFC Code: 1351
ASSISTED LIVING
Definition: A facility that offers independent living, but a component of care is available.
Examples: Arbor View Communities
GFC Code: 1352
SENIOR LIVING
Definition: A facility that offers independent senior living.
Examples: Longwood Senior Living
GFC Code: 1353
OTHER HOMES FOR SENIORS
Definition: A senior living facility that is undefined.
Examples: San Francisco Home for the Elderly
GFC Code:1359
SOCIAL BASED LEISURE
Definition: A location to spend free or unoccupied time.
GFC Code: 1500
CENTERS FOR ADULTS AND SENIORS
Definition: An institution for adult day care which includes centers with social agendas for seniors and bingo locations.
Examples: Pilgrim Senior Enrichment Center, Cranston Senior Center
GFC Code: 1510
SOCIAL AND PRIVATE CLUBS, LEGIONS, FRATERNITIES
Definition: A club that specializes in social activity and has a specific social mission.
Examples: VFW, American Legion, Phi Betta Capa
GFC Code: 1511
RUNAWAY & HOMELESS CENTERS
Definition: A facility that offers care for misplaced individuals.
Examples: Christian Mission Services
GFC Code: 1640
CENTERS FOR CHILDREN, SUMMER CAMPS
Definition: A location specializing in activities for youth.
Examples: 4H, Camp Walden
GFC Code: 1520
OTHER SEGMENTS
Definition: Miscellaneous locations such as prisons, military bases and religious communities.
GFC Code: 1600
AFTER SCHOOL PROGRAMS
Definition: A facility specifically offering after school programs for youths. These are not typically as popular in the US, these types of locations are usually housed in YMCA’s or other social based clubs defined above.
OTHER SOCIAL-ENTERTAINMENT
Definition: Other types of social centers such as community centers that offer mixed use areas.
Examples: Steger Community Center
MILITARY BASES, FIRE DEPARTMENTS
Definition: A large base of operations for the military or a fire department.
Examples: Fort Campbell
GFC Code: 1610
PRISONS
Definition: A building for the confinement of persons held while awaiting trial, persons sentenced after conviction, etc.
Examples: Blair County Prison, Mifflin County Correctional Facility
GFC Code: 1620
RELIGIOUS COMMUNITIES, CONVENTS, CHURCHES
Definition: Religious facilities, however, if education is their primary focus/goal, the location will be listed in education
Examples: 1st Baptist Church
GFC Code: 1630
OTHER SEGMENTS
Definition: All other.
GFC Code: 1690
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Commercial
TABLE SERVICE RESTAURANTS, FULL SERVICE RESTAURANTS (FSR)
Definition: A restaurant location that is a full service (wait staff) operation.
GFC Code: 2100
FSR – CAFÉ-RESTAURANTS, FAMILY-STYLE, DINER
Definition: A full-service restaurant with limited or no alcohol service. The average check is between $6 and $12.
Examples: Chains: Ihop, Denny’s Independent: Café Bello, America’s Best Wings
GFC Code: 2110
FSR – TRADITIONAL RESTAURANTS, CASUAL DINING
Definition: An full-service restaurant with full bar service. It has focus on the lunch and dinner. The average check is between $10 to $25.
Examples: Chains: Hooters, T.G.I. Fridays Independents: Rainbow Seafood, China Express
GFC Code: 2120
FSR – UPSCALE CASUAL DINING RESTAURANTS
Definition: A full-service restaurant where alcohol is served. The average check is between $20 and $50. Day-parts are lunch and dinner, with an adult focus and upscale contemporary décor.
Examples: Chains: Ted’s Montana Grill, McCormick and Schmick’s Independents: Gallos Seafood, Aspen American Grill
GFC Code: 2130
FSR – FINE DINING RESTAURANTS
Definition: A full-service establishment where alcohol is served. The average check is greater than $50. It has a dinner emphasis and is also known as a “White Table Cloth Restaurant.”
Examples: Chains: Ruth’s Chris Steakhouse, Nobu Independents: Cipriani, Wolfgang’s Steakhouse
GFC Code: 2140
LIMITED SERVICE RESTAURANTS (LSR)
Definition: A restaurant location that is a limited service (non-wait staff) operation.
GFC Code: 2300
LSR – QUICK SERVICE RESTAURANTS, FAST FOOD, SNACKS
Definition: A limited-service restaurant. The average check is under $7. These are traditional “fast-food” restaurants.
Examples: Chains: McDonalds, Subway Independents:: Uptown Deli, Flaco’s Tacos
GFC Code: 2310
LSR – QUICK CASUAL
Definition: A limited-service restaurant. The average check is between $7 and $10. The food is innovative, suited to sophisticated tastes and is prepared to order with fresh (or perceived as fresh) ingredients. The interior is more upscale than a typical fast food establishment.
Examples: Chains: Corner Bakery, Chipotle Independents: Vince’s NY Pizza, Smoke Stack BBQ
GFC Code: 2320
LSR – DELIVERY AND TAKE AWAY ONLY
Definition: A limited-service restaurant with no dining room. The only options are delivery and take away.
Examples: Chains: Cook Out, Wing Zone Independents: Reno’s Drive-In, Roma Carry Out
GFC Code: 2330
LSR – BEVERAGES
Definition: Unclassified placeholder for 2341, 2342 and 2343
GFC Code: 2340
LSR – ICE CREAM PARLORS, FROZEN DESSERTS
Definition: An establishment whose primary business is to prepare and serve any of various desserts prepared by freezing
Examples: Chains: Dairy Queen, TCBY Independents: The Cone Zone, Dairy Dream
GFC Code: 2341
LSR – COFFEE SHOPS, TEA HOUSES
Definition: A small restaurant in which coffee, tea and light meals are served.
Examples: Chains: Starbucks, Caribou Coffee Independents: Coffee Shack, Bubble Tea
GFC Code: 2342
LSR – SMOOTHIE, JUICE
Definition: A small establishment that prepares and serves blended drinks consisting of fruit juice, whole fruit and ice/water, as well as an assortment of juices.
Examples: Chains: Froots Smoothies, Tropical Smoothie Café Independents: Ziggy’s Juice Bar, Smoothie Time
GFC Code: 2343
LSR – SELF SERVICE RESTAURANTS
Definition: A cafeteria style establishments in which the customer does the work rather than being waited on.
Examples: Chains: Petit Manager
GFC Code: 2350
LSR – BUFFET RESTAURANTS
Definition: An establishments that prepares and serves meals for immediate consumption using cafeteria-style serving equipment. Patrons select from food and drink items on display in a continuous cafeteria line.
Examples: Chains: Golden Corral, Pancho’s Mexican Buffet Independents: Super Buffet, Garden Buffet
GFC Code: 2360
LSR – FOOD COURTS
Definition: A plaza that is contiguous with the counters of multiple food vendors and provides a common area for self-serve dining.
Examples: Wild Horse Pass Food Court, Food Court – Tanger Outlet Center
GFC Code: 2370
LSR – HAWKER STALLS, SNACK STANDS, STREET VENDORS
Definition: A road-side vendor selling food.
Examples: Keel’s Snack Shop, Gibby’s Fries
GFC Code: 2380
OTHER TYPES OF LSR
Definition: A Limited service establishment. This is an unclassified placeholder and typically operators are reviewed and reclassified.
GFC Code: 2390
LODGING
Definition: A location to stay temporarily.
GFC Code: 2400
HOTELS & MOTELS WITH RESTAURANT
Definition: This is an unclassified placeholder for a hotel or motel with at least one on-premise restaurant. Typically operators are reviewed and reclassified.
GFC Code: 2410
5* HOTELS WITH RESTAURANT-LUXURY
Definition: A commercial establishment providing lodging, meals and other guest services. A 5-star hotel offers most luxurious premises, a wide range of guest services, a swimming pool and exercise facilities. There is at least one on-premise restaurant.
Examples: Ritz of Las Vegas, Mandarin Oriental
GFC Code: 2411
4* HOTELS WITH RESTAURANT-UPPER SCALE
Definition: A commercial establishment providing lodging, meals and other guest services. A 4-star hotel offers plush premises and a wide range of guest services. There is at least one on-premise restaurant.
Examples: Hard Rock Hotel Chicago
GFC Code: 2412
3* HOTELS WITH RESTAURANT-UPSCALE
Definition: A commercial establishment providing lodging, meals and other guest services. A 3-star hotel offers spacious rooms with high-class decorations. There is at least one on-premise restaurant.
Examples: Hotel 71, Chicago
GFC Code: 2413
2* HOTELS WITH RESTAURANT-MIDSCALE
Definition: A commercial establishment providing lodging, meals and other guest services. A 2-star hotel provides good rooms with attached private bathrooms. There is at least one on-premise restaurant.
Examples: Marc Suites Waikiki
GFC Code: 2414
1* HOTELS WITH RESTAURANT-ECONOMY
Definition: A commercial establishment providing lodging, meals and other guest services. A 1-star hotel is a low budget location with limited service and amenities. There is at least one on-premise restaurant. These are not typical in the US Market.
Examples: Blue Jay Budget Host Inn
GFC Code: 2415
0* HOTELS WITH RESTAURANT- BUDGET
Definition: A commercial establishment providing lodging, meals and other guest services. A 0-star rating indicates a very low budget hotel. There is at least one on-premise restaurant These are not typically popular in the US market.
GFC Code: 2416
UNCODED HOTELS & MOTELS WITH RESTAURANT
Definition: A commercial establishment providing lodging, meals and other guest services. An unclassified star rating typically indicates a low budget location. There is at least one on-premise restaurant.
Examples: Wakonda Hotel & Bar Pit
GFC Code: 2419
HOTELS & MOTELS WITHOUT RESTAURANT
Definition: This is an unclassified placeholder for a hotel or motel without a restaurant on-premise. The operator may offer a continental breakfast. Typically operators are reviewed and reclassified.
GFC Code: 2420
5* HOTELS WITHOUT RESTAURANT-LUXURY
Definition: A commercial establishment providing lodging and may provide meals. A 5-star hotel offers most luxurious premises, a wide range of guest services, a swimming pool and exercise facilities.
Examples: The Hotel Hershey
GFC Code: 2421
4* HOTELS WITHOUT RESTAURANT-UPPER SCALE
Definition: A commercial establishment providing lodging and may provide meals. A 4-star hotel offers plush premises and a wide range of guest services.
Examples: Hotel Gansevoort
GFC Code: 2422
3* HOTELS WITHOUT RESTAURANT-UPSCALE
Definition: A commercial establishment providing lodging, may provide meals and other guest services. A 3-star hotel offers spacious rooms with high-class decorations.
Examples: Courtyard by Marriott
GFC Code: 2423
2* HOTELS WITHOUT RESTAURANT-MIDSCALE
Definition: A commercial establishment providing lodging, may provide meals and other guest services. A 2-star hotel provides good rooms with attached private bathrooms.
Examples: Country Inn and Suites
GFC Code: 2424
1* HOTELS WITHOUT RESTAURANT-ECONOMY
Definition: A commercial establishment providing lodging, may provide meals. A 1-star hotel is a low budget location with limited services. These are not typical in the US market.
Examples: Motel 6
GFC Code: 2425
0* HOTELS WITHOUT RESTAURANT-BUDGET
Definition: A commercial establishment providing lodging, may provide meals and other guest services. A 0-star rating indicates a very low budget hotel. These are not typically popular in the US market.
Examples: Morton’s Motel
GFC Code: 2426
FLOPHOUSES, HOSTELS, YOUTH HOSTELS
Definition: Not typical in the US Market. These facilities are extremely low budget, typically overnight only accommodations.
GFC Code: 2427
UNCODED HOTELS & MOTELS WITHOUT RESTAURANT
Definition: A commercial establishment providing lodging, may provide meals and other guest services. An unclassified star rating typically indicates a low budget location.
Examples: Hidden Valley Motel
GFC Code: 2429
CAMPING, RV PARKS, CAMPGROUNDS
Definition: Camp grounds. In the US Market, all campgrounds are in this segmentation.
Examples: Sportsman Lodge and RV
GFC Code: 2430
BED & BREAKFAST, GUESTHOUSES, CHAMBRES D’HOTES
Definition: An accommodation offered by an inn, hotel or especially a private home, typically consisting of a room for the night and breakfast the next morning for one inclusive price.
Examples: Babes House Bed & Breakfast
GFC Code: 2440
RESORTS
Definition: Resorts, typically high end accommodations and with many guest services and amenities.
Examples: Lake Lawn Resort
GFC Code: 2450
OTHER LODGING ESTABLISHMENTS
Definition: Unclassified lodging facilities.
Examples: Thomas Walton Manor
GFC Code: 2490
TRANSPORT FOODSERVICE
Definition: A location associated with transportation that offers foodservice, such as a truck stop diner or in-flight catering.
GFC Code: 2500
ROADSIDE / MOTORWAY
Definition: Restaurants located primarily for travel convenience, truck stops.
Examples: Flying J Truck Stop
GFC Code: 2510
RAILWAY STATIONS AND ON-TRAIN
Definition: Food service to be provided on trains.
Examples: Union Station
GFC Code: 2520
AIRPORTS AND IN-FLIGHT CATERING
Definition: Food service to be provided on flights.
Examples: Sky Food
GFC Code: 2530
FERRIES, CRUISE LINES
Definition: Food service to be provided on cruises.
Examples: Princess Cruises
GFC Code: 2540
FOODSERVICE ON CONCESSION, LEISURE, SPORT, CULTURAL SITES
Definition: A location for recreation or amusement.
GFC Code: 2600
RECREATION, LEISURE SITES, ATTRACTION PARKS
Definition: A location such as a park, amusement park, marinas and recreation area.
Examples: Great America, Gurnee
GFC Code: 2610
AMUSEMENT ESTABLISHMENT, BOWLING CENTER, POOL HALL
Definition: A recreation center that offers activities such as bowling, pool and darts.
Examples: Olympia Lanes
GFC Code: 2620
CASINO, GAMING
Definition: A facility with a primary purpose of offering adult gambling activities.
Examples: Harrah’s Joilet
GFC Code: 2630
CULTURAL SITES, MUSEUMS, CINEMAS, THEATERS, ZOO
Definition: Amusement facilities.
Examples: Lincoln Park Zoo
GFC Code: 2640
EXHIBITION / CONFERENCE CENTERS, HALL RENTAL
Definition: A location for the use of housing large numbers of individuals for a single event.
Examples: Shaw’s Banquets
GFC Code: 2650
SPORT SITES
Definition: A location for the express purpose of offering an area for sports.
Examples: Calumet City Little League Field
GFC Code: 2660
SPORTS CLUBS
Definition: A sport specific club that offers both an area to participate and learn specific sporting activities
Examples: Martial Arts Club
GFC Code: 2661
ARENAS, STADIUMS
Definition: A location for either professional or semi-professional sporting activity.
Examples: Wrigley Field
GFC Code: 2662
FITNESS CENTERS
Definition: A location for individuals to participate in exercise activities.
Examples: Bally’s Health Club
GFC Code: 2663
TENNIS CENTERS
Definition: A location for individuals to participate in playing tennis.
Examples: East Bank Club
GFC Code: 2664
GOLF CLUBHOUSES
Definition: A golf course clubhouse, typically offering refreshments.
Examples: Red Golf Course
GFC Code: 2665
COUNTRY CLUBS
Definition: A location typically found on golf courses, that offers food, banquet and other dining experiences.
Examples: Oak Park Country Club
GFC Code: 2666
EVENT CATERING, PARTY SERVICE
Definition: A service to provide food and drinks to events.
GFC Code: 2700
PARTY CATERING
Definition: An event catering facility. This is a stand alone operation, if a catering location is part of a restaurant, the restaurant is the primary segmented location.
Examples: Jenny’s Catering
GFC Code: 2701
BARS / ADULT BEVERAGES ORIENTED OUTLETS
Definition: A location where drinks, especially alcoholic drinks, are served and limited food options may be served.
GFC Code: 2800
NEIGHBORHOOD BARS & TAVERNS
Definition: A local “corner” bar that typically offers very limited food such as frozen pizza and chips.
Examples: The Shed
GFC Code: 2810
NEIGHBORHOOD PUBS WITH FOOD
Definition: A local pub that offers food, usually a menu service.
Examples: The Heritage Pub
SPORTS BARS
Definition: A location with a sports theme that typically offers many snack type foods.
Examples: Jake’s Sports Bar
GFC Code: 2820
NIGHTLIFE VENUES
Definition: A location offering late evening entertainment, focused on alcoholic service.
Examples: Durango Club
GFC Code: 2830
DISCO BARS, TRENDY BARS, LOUNGE, DJ
Definition: A location offering late evening entertainment, focused on alcoholic service, while providing music.
Examples: Osian Bar & Lounge
GFC Code: 2831
DISCOTHEQUES, NIGHT CLUBS
Definition: A location offering late evening entertainment, focused on alcoholic service, while providing live music.
Examples: Vinyl Night Club
GFC Code: 2832
ADULT ENTERTAINMENT, CABARET
Definition: A location with adult based entertainment, focused on alcoholic beverages, with various programmed acts.
Examples: Lulu Cabaret
GFC Code: 2833
GAY AND LESBIAN
Definition: An alternative lifestyle entertainment facility
Examples: Krave Las Vegas
GFC Code: 2834
PIANO-BAR, KARAOKE
Definition: A location offering sing along entertainment with a focus on providing alcoholic beverages.
Examples: King Laser Karaoke
GFC Code: 2835
BREWPUBS, ENGLISH AND IRISH PUBS, MICRO-BREWERY, WITH LIMITED FOOD
Definition: A local pub that offers food, usually with a focus on English or Irish foods.
Examples: West End Pub
GFC Code: 2840
WINE BARS
Definition: A location specializing in wines. It will typically have specific foods designed to accentuate the wine tasting experience
Examples: Wine Up
GFC Code: 2850
BARS WITH SERVICE (TOBACCO, NEWSPAPER, LOTTERY)
Definition: Not typical in the US Market. These facilities are extremely low budget, typically overnight only accommodations.
GFC Code: 2860
OTHER TYPES OF BARS
Definition: All other types of bars.
GFC Code: 2890
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Alternatives
RETAIL OUTLETS
Definition: A location that sells goods or services from a fixed location.
GFC Code: 3100
TOBACCO SHOPS
Definition: A location with a primary purpose of offering tobacco related products.
Examples: State Line Cigeratte Stand
GFC Code: 3110
NEWSPAPER KIOSKS
Definition: A location with a primary purpose of offering newspapers and magazines.
GFC Code: 3120
BOOK AND STATIONERY OUTLETS
Definition: A location with a primary purpose of offering books and paper products.
Examples: Barnes & Noble
GFC Code: 3130
VIDEO CLUBS
Definition: A location with a primary purpose of offering movies for rent.
Examples: Blockbuster
GFC Code: 3140
PERSONAL GROOMING
Definition: A location with a primary purpose of offering personal care services.
GFC Code: 3150
BEAUTY SALONS AND NAILS
Definition: A location with a primary purpose of offering personal care specifically for hair and nails.
GFC Code: 3151
HAIRDRESSERS AND BARBERS
Definition: A location with a primary purpose of offering personal care for hair.
GFC Code: 3152
TANNING
Definition: A location with a primary purpose of offering personal care for skin tanning.
GFC Code: 3153
DAY SPA
Definition: A location with a primary purpose of offering personal care.
GFC Code: 3184
MALLS
Definition: A location housing multiple facilities (all types of retail outlets).
Examples: Mall of America
GFC Code: 3160
RETAIL OUTLETS-NON-GROCERY
Definition: All other retail locations.
GFC Code: 3170
FOOD SPECIALIST RETAILERS
Definition: A location that sells specialty foods from a fixed location.
GFC Code: 3200
RETAIL BAKERY, PASTRY
Definition: A location with a primary purpose of offering baked goods for away from store consumption.
GFC Code: 3210
COOKING TERMINAL
Definition: A location with a primary purpose of allowing individuals to prepare take away meals. This is an emerging concept in the US Market.
GFC Code: 3213
FISH & SEAFOOD MARKET
Definition: A location with the primary purpose of selling Fish & Seafood.
GFC Code: 3214
CONFECTIONERS
Definition: A location with a primary purpose of offering candies and other sweet goods for away from store consumption.
Examples: Sweet Tooth Candies
GFC Code: 3220
MEAT MARKET
Definition: A location with a primary purpose of selling various meats.
Examples: Heringer Meats Inc
GFC Code: 3230
BUTCHERS
Definition: A location with a primary purpose of butchering meat products, typically will also process meat provided by client (hunting).
GFC Code: 3231
DELICATESSENS, CHARCUTERIES (PORK BUTCHER)
Definition: A location with a primary purpose of selling deli (processed) meats.
GFC Code: 3232
TRIPLE-SELLER
Definition: Not typically found in the US Market.
GFC Code: 3233
CHARCUTERIE-CATERING
Definition: Not typically found in the US Market.
GFC Code: 3234
FISH & SEAFOOD MARKET
Definition: Redundant
Examples: Hana Fish
GFC Code: 3240
WINERIES, DISTILLERIES, ARTISAN BREWERIES
Definition: A location providing higher end off-premise alcohol.
GFC Code: 3250
FRUIT AND VEGETABLE MARKETS
Definition: A location providing fresh fruits and vegetables.
Examples: Valerie’s Produce
OTHER FOOD SPECIALIST RETAILERS
Definition: All other food markets.
GFC Code: 3290
GROCERY STORES
Definition: A location that sells a wide variety of foods and/or drinks from a fixed location.
GFC Code: 3300
MOM’S AND POP’S GROCERY STORES (INDEPENDENTS)
Definition: A small grocery store.
Examples: Boston Finer Foods
GFC Code: 3310
GROCERY STORES (LIMITED CHANNEL DISTRIBUTOR)
Definition: A regional grocery store, typically part of a chain of stores.
Examples: Safeway
GFC Code: 3320
CONVENIENCE STORES
Definition: A location with a primary purpose of offering quick, convenience items.
Examples: 7-11
GFC Code: 3330
LIQUOR STORES
Definition: A location with a primary purpose of selling off premise alcohol
Examples: Safeway Liquor Store
GFC Code: 3340
DRUG STORES
Definition: A location with primary purpose of dispensing prescription medication. It will offer many convenience items as well.
Examples: Walgreens
GFC Code: 3350
SUPERMARKETS
Definition: A larger grocery store, offering a wider variety of goods than just grocery.
Examples: Jewel-Osco
GFC Code: 3360
HYPERMARKETS & MEGAMARKETS
Definition: A location that provides an even wider variety of goods, typically clothing, household items, grocery, prepared foods.
Examples: Super Wal-mart
GFC Code: 3370
CLUB STORES / PROFESSIONAL SHOP / CASH & CARRY
Definition: A location, typically joined by an annual fee, that provides discount on bulk purchase items.
Examples: Sam’s Club
GFC Code: 3380
SPECIALTY AND OTHER STORES
Definition: All other specialty grocery stores.
GFC Code: 3390
DELICATESSENS, CHARCUTERIES (PORK BUTCHER)
Definition: A location with a primary purpose of selling deli (processed) meats.
GAS STATIONS
Definition: A location with a primary purpose of offering fuel.
GFC Code: 3400
ON MOTORWAYS / EXPRESSWAYS
Definition: A gas station that is located on a major motorway or expressway.
GFC Code: 3410
ROADSIDE AND IN TOWN CENTERS GAS STATIONS
Definition: A gas station that is not located on a major motorway or expressway.
GFC Code: 3420
MOBILE AND SEASONAL OUTLETS
Definition: A mobile unit or seasonal location that offers foodservice.
GFC Code: 3500
PIZZA VANS, ETHNIC FOODS, ROADSIDE FRENCH FRY
Definition: A mobile venue that sells food or on the go food service.
GFC Code: 3510
BEACH TRADERS, TEMPORARY TRADERS
Definition: Seasonal locations that are found in heavy tourist areas.
GFC Code: 3520
AUTOMATIC VENDING MACHINES
Definition: Segment includes free-standing and table top machines (hot beverages, cold beverages, meals and snacks)
GFC Code: 4000
FOOD SERVICE, FOOD MANUFACTURER OR OTHER FOOD DISTRIBUTOR
Definition: Other distributors, food manufactures with items provided by USF
GFC Code: 5000
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