Diversity & Inclusion
INCREASING THE DIVERSITY OF OUR WORKFORCE AND LEADERS
US Foods® is committed to cultivating a diverse workforce built upon wide-ranging perspectives, unique experiences and a multitude of backgrounds and identities. Through multifaceted recruiting and training efforts, we strive to attract and develop a pipeline of diverse talent to maximize the strength of our teams and provide the highest quality service for our customers every day.
Leadership Diversity
We have been working to further diversify our leadership at the director-level and above. In 2023, 51% of those positions were filled with diverse candidates, up from 47% at year-end 2022. Of the 51%, 33% were women and 32% were people of color. Even though we are seeing improvement in these numbers, we continue enhancing our recruiting and hiring processes to further diversify our candidate slates. We expect our development programs and expanded hiring strategies to help us continue increasing both workforce and leadership diversity.
Our Workforce Diversity Metrics
We are pleased that our focused D&I efforts have allowed us to increase diverse representation in our workforce, and we will continue expanding our recruiting efforts to make sure we have continued access to the best candidates for each role, while at the same time maintaining a workplace culture that values the unique skills, backgrounds and perspectives of our associates, in turn enhancing associate retention. We recognize that diversity makes us stronger together and positions us to continue providing exceptional service to our diverse customers. To learn more about our workforce diversity metrics, click here.
We are pleased that our focused D&I efforts have allowed us to increase diverse representation in our workforce, and we will continue expanding our recruiting efforts to make sure we have continued access to the best candidates for each role, while at the same time maintaining a workplace culture that values the unique skills, backgrounds and perspectives of our associates, in turn enhancing associate retention. We recognize that diversity makes us stronger together and positions us to continue providing exceptional service to our diverse customers.
US Foods® Signature Leadership Development Programs
Our signature enterprise-wide leadership development and mentoring programs are designed to foster inclusive leadership that promotes equitable team-building, psychological safety, collaboration and decision-making. These programs are tailored to prepare leaders for greater responsibilities within the organization and include:
- Gateway to Leadership: A program tailored for new people managers, providing essential skills for effective team leadership
- Aspire to Grow & Aspire to Lead: Development tracks for high-potential leaders at different stages of their careers, focusing on leadership growth and career advancement
- Learning Partners Mentoring Program: A mentoring initiative that pairs high-potential leaders with senior executives for one-on-one, two-way learning aimed at preparing future leaders for advancement
- Women in Leadership Program: Launched in 2021, this program is aligned with our commitment to increasing women representation in leadership. It offers senior women leaders opportunities to expand their networks and develop key skills through panel discussions and regular networking with other women leaders
These programs are part of our strategy to champion a diverse and inclusive work environment for all, foster employee engagement and attract world-class talent.
ASSOCIATE SPOTLIGHT
Meagan Hill
Sr. Manager, Project and Change Management
“US Foods has given me many opportunities to grow professionally – especially as a woman and a Latina. US Foods has also given me a platform to serve the community of Hispanic and Latino/a/x associates through my role as president of the HOLA. The company prioritizes my development through programs such as Learning Partners, and offers me the opportunity to promote diversity through my role as program manager for the Finance Leadership Development Program and Finance Intern Program. I am truly grateful US Foods shows me ‘YOU MATTER.’”
Porsha Thomas-Page
Sr. Director,
Customer Contact
“It speaks volumes for all associates within an organization to have the opportunity to consistently connect with the Executive Leadership team to receive important communication, be inquisitive and provide feedback. Inclusivity, combined with a cup of innovation, competitive pay – and a dash of great culture – is the perfect recipe.”
Maurice Broughton
VP National Sales
Mid-South
“I have over 20 years of experience in the foodservice industry. The one piece of advice that I give future leaders is, go where you’re celebrated and have opportunities to grow. This is what I find special about US Foods.”
Mary Mam
Director of COP, CHEF’STORE®
“I have gained a tremendous amount of insight, value and growth since the inception of the US Foods EBRG, initially through active listening, participation and running for a President role. During my tenure here at US Foods, I have grown my executive presence, enhanced my communication skills and even learned my own story. In addition, I have connected with members, allies and mentors by developing authentic relationships with people from all different backgrounds.”
