The restaurant industry is a very vibrant industry, but it is not without its challenges. Tough competition, increasing labor costs, high rents and rising food prices are just some of the many challenges that the restaurant industry faces. Running a successful restaurant has become a lot tougher. McDonald Wholesale is your broadline foodservice distributor helping you with resources to set up a successful restaurant and grow your business.
Review the resources and links below to learn more. If you are ready to partner with our team for your Broadline Foodservice Distribution in Oregon and Southern Washington, contact us online or by phone at 541-345-8421.
Oregon Restaurant & Lodging Association
ORLA is the top business association for the foodservice and lodging industry in Oregon. It is a not-for-profit organization with more than 2,800 members, and advocates for over 2,000 lodging establishments and 10,000 foodservice locations in Oregon.
ORLA is an excellent resource if you want to set up a successful restaurant. We are huge ORLA supporters, both professionally and financially. McDonald Wholesale’s President is on the Board. We have also created a scholarship to help offset the cost of dues for our customers who want to join.
How do you become a member of ORLA?
Through membership, you benefit from our advocacy efforts, access to industry resources and cost-saving programs. Regional activities and events give members opportunities to engage with fellow industry members and potential customers. Event sponsorships help industry purveyors gain statewide exposure.
Visit ORLA to learn more.
Our Blog
Our blog is a great resource to help customers learn about current trends and technology in the foodservice and restaurant industry. You can also get some great menu and recipe ideas and find marketing advice from our wholesale restaurant supply store team. If you are looking for tips to grow your business, you can find a plethora of additional information on our blog.
Check out our Blog to learn more.
Recipe Ideas
Adding new items is a fantastic way to add diversity to your menu without getting rid of your current items. We provide links to new recipe ideas and trending recipes from our vendors to help customers with new ideas to freshen up or expand their menu offerings.
