Abu Binteen American Rice

distributor• Saudi Arabia• Member since 1957

Al Hussam Food Services (HFS) states that its story began in 1957, when it became part of the food-service system for the Guests of the Holy Mosque, and that it has since grown into a leading Saudi importer and distributor of food products from the finest local and international brands. Its head office is in Jeddah (7474 Prince Sultan St, An Nahdah), with a P.O. Box in Makkah, and it describes itself as an essential partner to the Kingdom's hospitality industry. The company says it provides complete supply and storage solutions backed by advanced storage and supply-chain systems that meet international food-safety standards, and an extensive distribution network covering all regions of the Kingdom. It serves hotels, restaurants and professional kitchens, and its website displays the logos of several hotels among its clients. Its catalogue covers meat (US beef graded USDA Prime, Choice and Select, Australian Wagyu and Angus, beef from Brazil and South Africa, and Australian lamb), poultry, rice and Italian pasta, milk and dairy, oils, canned foods, grains and legumes, frozen foods, juices, coffee, chocolate, water, and sauces and spices. Brands it lists include JBS, Black by Friboi, Bella Carne, Taji Wagyu, Yenkomo, Jumbuck, Qualiko, Rayan, Rama, The Cheese Maker, Fonterra, Abu Binteen, Al Jawad, Al Safeer, Al Bakherah, Al Taie, Bonta, Olive Mister, Farmer's Choice, Silva International and Sannine Roastery. The company states that its vision is to be the first choice in Saudi Arabia for high-quality food products and supply solutions through strong local and international partnerships, and that its mission is to empower the hospitality sector with products from trusted partners and reliable service; it names teamwork, innovation, integrity and social responsibility as its values.