en-USCopyright &#169; 2011, Dot Foods, Inc. All Rights ReservedMon, 07 May 2012 09:27:00 -0500http://www.dotfoods.com/images/dot_logo_menu.pnghttp://www.dotfoods.com/news-events/dot-transportation-drivers-put-skills-to-the-test-in-annual-%E2%80%9Croadeo%E2%80%9D/http://www.dotfoods.com/news-events/dot-transportation-drivers-put-skills-to-the-test-in-annual-%E2%80%9Croadeo%E2%80%9D/VIDALIA, Ga. – Drivers at Dot Transportation, Inc. (DTI) recently hosted their fifth annual Jeff Powell Classic Driver Roadeo to bring some fun to the community while sharpening their drivers’ skills.Mon, 07 May 2012 09:27:00 -0500 <p>VIDALIA, Ga. - Drivers at Dot Transportation, Inc. (DTI) recently hosted their fifth annual Jeff Powell Classic Driver Roadeo to bring some fun to the community while sharpening their drivers' skills.</p> <p>"This is a really fun event for our drivers and the community," said George Garbutt, transportation manager at Dot's Vidalia Distribution Center. "Not only is it fun, but it also helps us raise awareness about safety. We want everyone on the road to be safe, so we start by educating our drivers."</p> <p>At the event, held on April 14 on the campus of Southeastern Technical Driving College, Daniel Wilds became the first repeat champion, netting a $1000 cash prize, two tickets to the Coke Zero 400 at Daytona International Speedway and a pair of fan passes provided by Woodland Oil Incorporated.</p> <p>Ten year DTI veteran Kenny Luke took second place for the second-consecutive year to win $500, and Nealie Miller captured third place for $250. Five $50 bounties were also paid to the highest scores of five obstacles.</p> <p>Photos of event winners can be found at (names are from left to right):</p> <p><a href="http://bit.ly/JqfPbI">http://bit.ly/JqfPbI</a> - Mike Coleman, transportation supervisor; Daniel Wilds, first place winner; Kenny Luke, second place; Nealie Miller, third place; George Garbutt, transportation manager.</p> <p>"Everyone thought it was beginner's luck last year," joked Wilds, who competed in the event for the first time last year. "There's something for everyone at this event. DTI makes learning about safety fun!"</p> <p>There were 28 participants and around 100 spectators at the event, which featured lunch, a bounce castle for children and a disc jockey. Contestants faced numerous obstacles, such as serpentine back, blind-side back, offset alley, sight-side back, tail-swing barrel, dock back, straight back, stop line measure and pre-trip inspection.</p> <p>The event is named in remembrance of Jeff Powell, a DTI driver who passed away in a 2007 accident.</p> <p>Dot Foods and Dot Transportation continue to experience exceptional growth and are hiring in record numbers. Both companies are looking to fill several positions for full and part-time drivers and warehouse personnel in all eight locations. To learn more about careers at Dot Foods, visit <a href="/careers">www.dotfoods.com/careers</a> and follow <a href="http://www.twitter.com/dotfoodscareers">@DotFoodsCareers</a>.</p> <p>Founded in 1994, Dot Transportation, Inc. (DTI) specializes in delivering mixed loads of dry, frozen and refrigerated products across the country. DTI, a private carrier, is a subsidiary of Dot Foods, Inc., a family-owned business that is the largest food redistributor in the nation. DTI operates out of terminals in: Modesto, Calif.; Vidalia, Ga.; Burley, Idaho; Mt. Sterling, Ill.; Cambridge City, Ind.; Williamsport, Md.; Liverpool, N.Y.; Joliet, Illinois and Ardmore, Okla. For more information, visit <a href="/dti">www.dotfoods.com/dti</a>.</p> http://www.dotfoods.com/news-events/dot-foods-employees-celebrate-earth-day/http://www.dotfoods.com/news-events/dot-foods-employees-celebrate-earth-day/WILLIAMSPORT, Md. – Dot Foods’ Williamsport employees and neighboring businesses, including PepsiCo and Xerxes, celebrated Earth Day hitting the streets to pick up trash and litter around their distribution center on Elliott Parkway followed by a cookout. Other companies that participated in the cleanup event includeTue, 01 May 2012 14:37:00 -0500 <p>WILLIAMSPORT, Md. - Dot Foods' Williamsport employees and neighboring businesses, including PepsiCo and Xerxes, celebrated Earth Day hitting the streets to pick up trash and litter around their distribution center on Elliott Parkway followed by a cookout.</p> <p>Photos of the event can be found at:</p> <p><a href="http://budurl.com/WilliamsEarth">http://budurl.com/WilliamsEarth</a>: From left to right, top row: Allan Carr, Brian Duffield, Richard Stover, Dave McKenzie, Dave Austin, Mike Stephenson, John Cox, Ken Racine; middle row: Twyla Taylor, Marvin Durboraw, Diane Ault, Amber Wertz, Tiffany Brown, Alan Moore, Caroline Kibogy, Alicia Simmons, Samantha Dunn; front row: Stewart Foster, Batali Waderef</p> <p><a href="http://budurl.com/WilliamsEarth2">http://budurl.com/WilliamsEarth2</a>: Dot employee, Marvin Durboraw, picks up trash around the company's distribution center</p> <p><a href="http://budurl.com/WilliamsEarth3">http://budurl.com/WilliamsEarth3</a></p> <p><a href="http://budurl.com/WilliamsEarth4">http://budurl.com/WilliamsEarth4</a>: Batali Waderef enjoyed a cookout after cleaning up Elliott Parkway for Earth Day</p> <p><a href="http://budurl.com/WilliamsEarth5">http://budurl.com/WilliamsEarth5</a>: Tiffany Brown, an employee at Dot Foods' Williamsport distribution center joined in to cleanup an area of Williamsport</p> <p>Each of Dot Foods' eight distribution centers across the country held its own Earth Day event to raise awareness for recycling, energy efficiencies and the importance of keeping the community and workplace litter-free.</p> <p>Dot Foods and Dot Transportation continue to experience exceptional growth and are hiring in record numbers. Both companies are looking to fill several positions for full and part-time drivers and warehouse personnel in all eight locations. To learn more about careers at Dot Foods, visit <a href="/careers">www.dotfoods.com/careers</a> and follow <a href="http://www.twitter.com/dotfoodscareers">@DotFoodsCareers</a>.</p> <p>Dot Foods Inc. carries 105,000 products from 600 food industry manufacturers and is the largest food redistributor in the United States. Dot Foods distributes foodservice, convenience, retail and vending food products to distributors in all 50 states. Dot Foods operates eight distribution centers in: Modesto, Calif.; Vidalia, Ga.; Burley, Idaho; Mt. Sterling, Ill.; Cambridge City, Ind.; Williamsport, Md.; Liverpool, N.Y.; and Ardmore, Okla. For information, visit <a href="/">www.dotfoods.com</a>.</p> http://www.dotfoods.com/news-events/dot-foods-and-surrounding-businesses-celebrate-earth-day/http://www.dotfoods.com/news-events/dot-foods-and-surrounding-businesses-celebrate-earth-day/LIVERPOOL, N.Y. – Dot Foods’ Liverpool distribution center and five other local companies celebrated their fifth annual Earth Day Event. A photo of the participants from Dot Foods can be found at http://budurl.com/LiverpoolED.Tue, 01 May 2012 12:29:00 -0500 <p>LIVERPOOL, N.Y. - Dot Foods' Liverpool distribution center and five other local companies celebrated their fifth annual Earth Day Event. A photo of the participants from Dot Foods can be found at <a href="http://budurl.com/LiverpoolED">http://budurl.com/LiverpoolED</a>.</p> <p>Employees were treated to a cookout of hamburgers and bratwursts after hitting the streets to pick up trash and litter around the neighborhood last Friday. Dot also provided participants Earth Day T-shirts and key chains made from recycled denim and plastic.</p> <p>Each of Dot Foods' eight distribution centers across the country held its own Earth Day event to raise awareness for recycling, energy efficiencies and the importance of keeping the community and workplace litter-free.</p> <p>Dot Foods and Dot Transportation continue to experience exceptional growth and are hiring in record numbers. Both companies are looking to fill several positions for full and part-time drivers and warehouse personnel in all eight locations. To learn more about careers at Dot Foods, visit <a href="/careers">www.dotfoods.com/careers</a> and follow <a href="http://www.twitter.com/dotfoodscareers">@DotFoodsCareers</a>.</p> <p>Dot Foods Inc. carries 105,000 products from 600 food industry manufacturers and is the largest food redistributor in the United States. Dot Foods distributes foodservice, convenience, retail and vending food products to distributors in all 50 states. Dot Foods operates eight distribution centers in: Modesto, Calif.; Vidalia, Ga.; Burley, Idaho; Mt. Sterling, Ill.; Cambridge City, Ind.; Williamsport, Md.; Liverpool, N.Y.; and Ardmore, Okla. For information, visit <a href="/">www.dotfoods.com</a>.</p> http://www.dotfoods.com/news-events/dot-foods-employees-donates-$5,720-to-youth-in-need/http://www.dotfoods.com/news-events/dot-foods-employees-donates-$5,720-to-youth-in-need/ST.LOUIS, Mo. – Dot Foods recently made a surprise donation for $5,720 to Youth In Need. Employees gathered for a cocktail reception at the home of Dot Foods CEO, John Tracy and his wife Linda, to help raise the funds for the local non-profit. Tue, 01 May 2012 10:32:00 -0500 <p>ST.LOUIS, Mo. - Dot Foods recently made a surprise donation for $5,720 to Youth In Need. Employees gathered for a cocktail reception at the home of Dot Foods CEO, John Tracy and his wife Linda, to help raise the funds for the local non-profit.</p> <p>A photo of members of Dot's Charitable Committee presenting the check to Nancy Clark, community relations manager with Youth In Need can be found at <a href="http://budurl.com/DotYIN">http://budurl.com/DotYIN</a> &nbsp;(from left to right: Jeanne Fernandez, brand manager; Carrie Augspurger, business development manager; Nancy Clark, community relations manager, Youth In Need; Andrea Saeger, marketing communications specialist; Chris Connolly, sales automation manager; and Joe Miller, e-commerce developer).</p> <p>"This donation came as a complete surprise to us! When Dot called, I thought it was just an in-kind donation; I had no idea I'd be receiving such a generous donation," said Clark. "We are so thankful for any contributions, and have been so blessed by our relationship with Dot Foods."</p> <p>More than 85 employees and guests attended the cocktail reception in late March. Employees were asked to donate $20 per person to attend the cocktail reception; the Dot Foods Charitable Committee and John and Linda Tracy personally matched each donation. This is the third year the Tracy's have hosted this event.</p> <p>About Youth In Need</p> <p>Youth In Need, a proud member of the United Way, is an eastern Missouri regional agency serving nearly 20,000 children, teens and families each year with residential group homes, homeless street outreach, education, counseling and support groups, foster care case management and infant, child and family development programs. Youth In Need's mission: Believing in the power of potential, Youth In Need's mission is to provide nurturing environments and educational opportunities so children, youth, and families will find safety and hope, achieve their goals, and build a positive future. Youth In Need's programs and services are funded, in part, by its 2012 Children's Partners, including Mercy as the Principal Partner. Visit www.youthinneed.org for a complete list of Youth In Need's Champion, Guardian, Trustee and Patron Partners.</p> <p>About Dot Foods</p> <p>Dot Foods and Dot Transportation continue to experience exceptional growth and are hiring in record numbers. Both companies are looking to fill several positions for full and part-time drivers and warehouse personnel in all eight locations. To learn more about careers at Dot Foods, visit <a href="/careers">www.dotfoods.com/careers</a> and follow <a href="http://www.twitter.com/dotfoodscareers">@DotFoodsCareers</a>.</p> <p>Dot Foods Inc. carries 105,000 products from 600 food industry manufacturers and is the largest food redistributor in the United States. Dot Foods distributes foodservice, convenience, retail and vending food products to distributors in all 50 states. Dot Foods operates eight distribution centers in: Modesto, Calif.; Vidalia, Ga.; Burley, Idaho; Mt. Sterling, Ill.; Cambridge City, Ind.; Williamsport, Md.; Liverpool, N.Y.; and Ardmore, Okla. For information, visit&nbsp;<a href="https://mail.datotel.com/exchweb/bin/redir.asp?URL=/" target="_blank">www.dotfoods.com</a>.</p> http://www.dotfoods.com/news-events/dot-foods-employees-celebrate-earth-day/http://www.dotfoods.com/news-events/dot-foods-employees-celebrate-earth-day/MODESTO. Calif. – Dot Foods’ Modesto employees and surrounding businesses celebrated Earth Day by picking up trash and litter around their distribution center followed by a cookout.Tue, 01 May 2012 08:26:00 -0500 <p>MODESTO. Calif. - Dot Foods' Modesto employees and surrounding businesses celebrated Earth Day by picking up trash and litter around their distribution center followed by a cookout.</p> <p>Photos of the event can be found at (all identified from left to right):</p> <p><a href="http://budurl.com/ModEarthDay">http://budurl.com/ModEarthDay</a>&nbsp; - Alex Quezada, warehouse order selector; Jose Villalobos, warehouse order selector; Martin Merlos, spotter; Savan Shamo, warehouse order selector; Noe Casillas, warehouse support.</p> <p><a href="http://budurl.com/ModEarthDay2">http://budurl.com/ModEarthDay2</a>&nbsp; - Todd Carter, warehouse order selector; Lonnie Whitted, spotter.</p> <p><a href="http://budurl.com/ModEarthDay3">http://budurl.com/ModEarthDay3</a>&nbsp; - Marcus Diaz and Somsak Saetern, both warehouse order selectors.</p> <p><a href="http://budurl.com/ModEarthDay4">http://budurl.com/ModEarthDay4</a>&nbsp; - Don Worley, transportation assistant manager; Jason Weaving, inventory control clerk II; David Gulcynski, maintenance supervisor.</p> <p><a href="http://budurl.com/ModEarthDay5">http://budurl.com/ModEarthDay5</a> - Diana McDonald, administrative clerk; Stacia Pope, warehouse clerk; Natividad Tristan, administrative clerk.</p> <p>Each of Dot Foods' eight distribution centers across the country held its own Earth Day event to raise awareness for recycling, energy efficiencies and the importance of keeping the community and workplace litter-free.</p> <p>Dot Foods and Dot Transportation continue to experience exceptional growth and are hiring in record numbers. Both companies are looking to fill several positions for full and part-time drivers and warehouse personnel in all eight locations. To learn more about careers at Dot Foods, visit <a href="/careers">www.dotfoods.com/careers</a> and follow <a href="http://www.twitter.com/dotfoodscareers">@DotFoodsCareers</a>.</p> <p>Dot Foods Inc. carries 105,000 products from 600 food industry manufacturers and is the largest food redistributor in the United States. Dot Foods distributes foodservice, convenience, retail and vending food products to distributors in all 50 states. Dot Foods operates eight distribution centers in: Modesto, Calif.; Vidalia, Ga.; Burley, Idaho; Mt. Sterling, Ill.; Cambridge City, Ind.; Williamsport, Md.; Liverpool, N.Y.; and Ardmore, Okla. For information, visit <a href="/">www.dotfoods.com</a>.</p> http://www.dotfoods.com/news-events/dot-foods-employees,-families-celebrates-earth-day/http://www.dotfoods.com/news-events/dot-foods-employees,-families-celebrates-earth-day/BURLEY, Idaho – Dot Foods’ Burley employees celebrated Earth Day with a dirty sock contest and ice cream social after hitting the streets to pick up trash and litter around their distribution center last Friday. A photo of several of the employees and their family members who participated in the event can be found at http://budurl.com/BurleyEarthDay2.Thu, 26 Apr 2012 12:44:00 -0500 <p>BURLEY, Idaho - Dot Foods' Burley employees celebrated Earth Day with a dirty sock contest and ice cream social after hitting the streets to pick up trash and litter around their distribution center last Friday. A photo of several of the employees and their family members who participated in the event can be found at <a href="http://budurl.com/BurleyEarthDay2">http://budurl.com/BurleyEarthDay2</a>.</p> <p>Driver trainer Kelly Koepnick of Rupertand Bobby Baker, driver, of Filer participated in the dirty sock contest to check emissions. Each employee that participated placed&nbsp; a clean white sock on the muffler of his or her car before the cars were turned on for a few minutes, allowing the sock to catch any exhaust. Koepnick and Baker each won a free oil change for having the cleanest and the dirtiest exhausts, respectively. A photo of the winners can be found at <a href="http://budurl.com/BurleyEarthDay">http://budurl.com/BurleyEarthDay</a> (from left to right: Koepnick and Baker).</p> <p>Each of Dot Foods' eight distribution centers across the country held its own Earth Day event to raise awareness for recycling, energy efficiencies and the importance of keeping the community and workplace litter-free.</p> <p>Dot Foods and Dot Transportation continue to experience exceptional growth and are hiring in record numbers. Both companies are looking to fill several positions for full and part-time drivers and warehouse personnel in all eight locations. To learn more about careers at Dot Foods, visit <a href="/careers">www.dotfoods.com/careers</a> and follow <a href="http://www.twitter.com/dotfoodscareers">@DotFoodsCareers</a>.</p> <p>Dot Foods Inc. carries 105,000 products from 600 food industry manufacturers and is the largest food redistributor in the United States. Dot Foods distributes foodservice, convenience, retail and vending food products to distributors in all 50 states. Dot Foods operates eight distribution centers in: Modesto, Calif.; Vidalia, Ga.; Burley, Idaho; Mt. Sterling, Ill.; Cambridge City, Ind.; Williamsport, Md.; Liverpool, N.Y.; and Ardmore, Okla. For information, visit <a href="/">www.dotfoods.com</a>.</p> http://www.dotfoods.com/news-events/earth-day-rocks-dot-foods/http://www.dotfoods.com/news-events/earth-day-rocks-dot-foods/MT. STERLING, Ill. – Employees of Dot Foods celebrated Earth Day with a number of festivities to educate employees and their families on options for going “green.”Thu, 26 Apr 2012 12:40:00 -0500 <p>MT. STERLING, Ill. - Employees of Dot Foods celebrated Earth Day with a number of festivities to educate employees and their families on options for going "green."</p> <p>On Wednesday, April 18^th Dot hosted a money-saving "green" fair with informational booths sponsored by local organizations. Activities included "green" crafts for children, recycled sculpture contests, face painting and performances by the Rushville-Industry High School "Trash Can" Band (A photo of the band is available at <a href="http://bit.ly/IlSvuF">http://bit.ly/IlSvuF</a>). In the week leading up to the "green" fair, Dot hosted free community recycling of metal and electronics, "Lunch and Learns" for Dot employees and a clothing drive for area food pantries.</p> <p>"We hope everyone in attendance had an opportunity to gain environmental knowledge," said John Long, senior vice president of warehousing and Dot sustainability chair person. "Dot is very passionate about reducing our carbon footprint and the impact we have in our communities."</p> <p>Photos of Dot employees at the Earth Day event can be found at:</p> <p><a href="http://bit.ly/IBAJTk">http://bit.ly/IBAJTk</a> - Earth Day event attendants interact with the informational booths.</p> <p><a href="http://bit.ly/IbBd0N">http://bit.ly/IbBd0N</a> - Dot employees serve food at the Earth Day event.</p> <p>Informational booths were hosted by Ameren, Philips Lighting, University of Illinois Extension/Master Gardeners, Dot Human Resources, Dot Paper Reduction team, Scranton Heating &amp; Cooling, Jennings Motors, Dot Recycle team, West Central Mass Transit District.</p> <p>Dot Foods Inc. carries 104,000 products from 600 food industry manufacturers and is the largest food redistributor in the United States. Dot Foods distributes foodservice, convenience, retail and vending food products to distributors in all 50 states. Dot Foods operates eight distribution centers in: Modesto, Calif.; Vidalia, Ga.; Burley, Idaho; Mt. Sterling, Ill.; Cambridge City, Ind.; Williamsport, Md.; Liverpool, N.Y.; and Ardmore, Okla. For information, visit&nbsp;<a href="https://mail.datotel.com/exchweb/bin/redir.asp?URL=/" target="_blank">www.dotfoods.com</a>.</p> http://www.dotfoods.com/news-events/dot-foods-to-hold-job-fair-in-quincy/http://www.dotfoods.com/news-events/dot-foods-to-hold-job-fair-in-quincy/MT. STERLING, Ill. – Dot Foods will host a job fair on Tuesday, May 1, 2012 with hopes to fill several full- and part-time warehouse positions at its headquarters in Mt. Sterling. The job fair will be held at the John Woods Community College located at 1301 S. 48th Street in Quincy from 4:00 pm until 8:00 pm.Tue, 24 Apr 2012 09:30:00 -0500 <p class="NoSpacing1">MT. STERLING, Ill. - Dot Foods will host a job fair on Tuesday, May 1,2012 with hopes to fill several full- and part-time warehouse positions at its headquarters in Mt. Sterling. The job fair will be held at the John Woods Community College located at 1301 S. 48^th Street in Quincy from 4:00 pm until 8:00 pm.</p> <p class="NoSpacing1">Warehouse order selectors use state-of-the-art material handling equipment and warehouse management systems to build pallets of product for shipment and receive product. Founded in 1961 in Mt. Sterling, Dot has never had layoffs in the entire history of the company. Christina Crandall, Warehouse Recruiting Manager of the Dot Foods' facility in Mt. Sterling said, "We haven't had a lay off in the 50 plus years we've been in business. As our business continues to grow our need for new, talented employees continues to grow.</p> <p class="NoSpacing1">All full-time positions at Dot Foods and Dot Transportation include excellent employee benefits including health, vision, life, and dental insurance, 401k, profit sharing, and paid vacation. For more information about all of Dot's current career opportunities, visit <a href="/careers">www.dotfoods.com/careers</a>.</p> <p class="NoSpacing1">Dot Foods Inc. carries 100,000 products from 700 food industry manufacturers and is the largest food redistributor in the United States. Dot Foods distributes foodservice, convenience, retail and vending food products, equipment and supplies to distributors in all 50 states. Dot Foods operates eight distribution centers in: Modesto, Calif.; Vidalia, Ga.; Burley, Idaho; Mt. Sterling, Ill.; Cambridge City, Ind.; Williamsport, Md.; Liverpool, N.Y.; and Ardmore, Okla. For information, visit <a href="/">www.dotfoods.com</a>.</p> http://www.dotfoods.com/news-events/dot-foods%E2%80%99-equipment-maintenance-department-celebrates-five-years-of-no-injuries/http://www.dotfoods.com/news-events/dot-foods%E2%80%99-equipment-maintenance-department-celebrates-five-years-of-no-injuries/MT. STERLING, Ill. – The Equipment Maintenance Department at Dot Foods’ Mt. Sterling headquarters recently completed five consecutive years injury free. The team consists of 24 total employees who work to maintain the forklifts, batteries and automated systems throughout the distribution center’s dry and frozen warehouses.Fri, 13 Apr 2012 16:39:00 -0500 <p class="NoSpacing1">MT. STERLING, Ill. - The Equipment Maintenance Department at Dot Foods' Mt. Sterling headquarters recently completed five consecutive years injury free. The team consists of 24 total employees who work to maintain the forklifts, batteries and automated systems throughout the distribution center's dry and frozen warehouses.</p> <p class="NoSpacing1">"Our team works hard to keep all of our warehouse employees safe with the maintenance of our machines," noted Larry Casteel, Dot's Equipment Maintenance Manager. "This team is exposed to many complex and hazardous machines and chemicals, day in and day out, and for the entire group to maintain no injuries for five years is pretty amazing. We're very proud of the whole team."</p> <p class="NoSpacing1">A photo of the department can be found at <a href="http://budurl.com/DotMaintenance">http://budurl.com/DotMaintenance</a> (standing from left to right are Bob Gustafson of Mt. Sterling; Mike Burkey of West Point; Jeff Lawson of Griggsville; Bob Miller of Golden; Shawn DeWitt of Clayton; Larry Casteel of Pittsfield; Kevin Price of Rushville; Roland Gregory of Winchester; Randy Hester of Versailles; Brad Herren of Clayton; and Jeremy Miller of Mendon. Kneeling from left to right are Bob and Andy Ham of Mt. Sterling; Dustin Davis of Macomb; Jacob Ham of Griggsville; and Doug Whitlock of Milton. Not pictured are Dave Askew of Camp Point; Del Barnes of Quincy; Leonard Craft of Liberty; Deann Hilgenbrinck of Mendon; Derik Ihnen of Augusta; Ben Mastin of Beardstown; Brian Mountain of Perry; and Kevin Spindler of Quincy.</p> <p class="NoSpacing1">Dot Foods Inc. carries 104,000 products from 600 food industry manufacturers and is the largest food redistributor in the United States. Dot Foods distributes foodservice, convenience, retail and vending food products to distributors in all 50 states. Dot Foods operates eight distribution centers in: Modesto, Calif.; Vidalia, Ga.; Burley, Idaho; Mt. Sterling, Ill.; Cambridge City, Ind.; Williamsport, Md.; Liverpool, N.Y.; and Ardmore, Okla. For information, visit www.dotfoods.com.</p> http://www.dotfoods.com/news-events/dot-foods-sponsors-local-dancing-with-the-stars-competition/http://www.dotfoods.com/news-events/dot-foods-sponsors-local-dancing-with-the-stars-competition/CAMBRIDGE CITY, Ind. – Dot Foods, the nation’s largest food redistributor, sponsored the Cambridge City Dancing with the Stars fundraising event. The event raised $9,880 for Birth-to-Five, a local non-profit organization dedicated to maximizing the social, emotional, intellectual, language and physical development of young children in the area.Wed, 11 Apr 2012 07:00:00 -0500 <p>CAMBRIDGE CITY, Ind. - Dot Foods, the nation's largest food redistributor, sponsored the Cambridge City Dancing with the Stars fundraising event. The event raised $9,880 for Birth-to-Five, a local non-profit organization dedicated to maximizing the social, emotional, intellectual, language and physical development of young children in the area.</p> <p>Eight couples competed in the dance portion of the night, which also included dinner, live music and a silent auction. The event was held at the Leland's Stardust Ballroom at the Lamplight Inn. A photo of Dot employees presenting Birth-to-Five executives with the sponsor check can be found at <a href="http://budurl.com/BirthToFive">http://budurl.com/BirthToFive</a>.</p> <p>Dot Foods Inc. carries 100,000 products from 700 food industry manufacturers and is the largest food redistributor in the United States. Dot Foods distributes foodservice, convenience, retail and vending food products to distributors in all 50 states. Dot Foods operates eight distribution centers in: Modesto, Calif.; Vidalia, Ga.; Burley, Idaho; Mt. Sterling, Ill.; Cambridge City, Ind.; Williamsport, Md.; Liverpool, N.Y.; and Ardmore, Okla. For information, visit <a href="/">www.dotfoods.com</a>.</p> http://www.dotfoods.com/news-events/dot-foods-to-offer-brown-county-residents-free-electronic-and-metal-recycling/http://www.dotfoods.com/news-events/dot-foods-to-offer-brown-county-residents-free-electronic-and-metal-recycling/MT. STERLING, Ill. – In honor of Earth Day, Dot Foods is offering free electronic and metal recycling to all Brown County residents and Dot Foods and Dot Transportation employees. Accepted items include computers, printers, televisions and accessories, copy machines, radios, telephones and any metal items, such as appliances and air conditioners. Refrigerant does not need to be removed.Mon, 09 Apr 2012 14:45:00 -0500 <p class="NoSpacing1">MT. STERLING, Ill. - In honor of Earth Day, Dot Foods is offering free electronic and metal recycling to all Brown County residents and Dot Foods and Dot Transportation employees. Accepted items include computers, printers, televisions and accessories, copy machines, radios, telephones and any metal items, such as appliances and air conditioners. Refrigerant does not need to be removed.</p> <p class="NoSpacing1">Brown County residents may drop off their items to maintenance building located at Dot's West facility on Buckhorn Road in Mt. Sterling. Drop off times are Thursday, April 19 and Friday April 20 from 8:00 until 11:00 am and 5:00 until 7:00 pm. Dot employees will be on hand to assist in unloading large items.</p> <p class="NoSpacing1">Dot Foods will be celebrating Earth Day this year with a recycling drive, neighborhood cleanup and a Green Fair for their employees.</p> <p class="NoSpacing1">Dot Foods Inc. carries 100,000 products from 700 food industry manufacturers and is the largest food redistributor in the United States. Dot Foods distributes foodservice, convenience, retail and vending food products, equipment and supplies to distributors in all 50 states. Dot Foods operates eight distribution centers in: Modesto, Calif.; Vidalia, Ga.; Burley, Idaho; Mt. Sterling, Ill.; Cambridge City, Ind.; Williamsport, Md.; Liverpool, N.Y.; and Ardmore, Okla. For information, visit <a href="/">www.dotfoods.com</a>.</p> http://www.dotfoods.com/news-events/dot-foods-promotes-morales/http://www.dotfoods.com/news-events/dot-foods-promotes-morales/MODESTO, Calif. – Dot Foods recently promoted Sergio Morales to warehouse manager of the company’s Modesto distribution Center (photo available at http://budurl.com/Morales). Rich Raham, general manager, made the announcement.Mon, 09 Apr 2012 14:39:00 -0500 <p>MODESTO, Calif. - Dot Foods recently promoted Sergio Morales to warehouse manager of the company's Modesto distribution Center (photo available at <a href="http://budurl.com/Morales">http://budurl.com/Morales</a>). Rich Raham, general manager, made the announcement.</p> <p>In his new capacity, Morales will serve as the primary point person for all warehouse shift supervisors, leads, spotters and administrative support personnel. His responsibilities include directing and coordinating all warehouse operations, including safety, quality, planning, operational efficiencies, budgeting and continuous improvement initiatives. Morales joined Dot Foods in 2000 as a warehouse order selected and most recently served as assistant warehouse manager.</p> <p>Dot Foods Inc. carries 104,000 products from 600 food industry manufacturers and is the largest food redistributor in the United States. Dot Foods distributes foodservice, convenience, retail and vending food products to distributors in all 50 states. Dot Foods operates eight distribution centers in: Modesto, Calif.; Vidalia, Ga.; Burley, Idaho; Mt. Sterling, Ill.; Cambridge City, Ind.; Williamsport, Md.; Liverpool, N.Y.; and Ardmore, Okla. For information, visit <a href="https://mail.datotel.com/exchweb/bin/redir.asp?URL=/">www.dotfoods.com</a>.</p> http://www.dotfoods.com/news-events/dot-foods-now-offers-wing-hing%C2%AE-and-royal-pastatm-products/http://www.dotfoods.com/news-events/dot-foods-now-offers-wing-hing%C2%AE-and-royal-pastatm-products/MT. STERLING, Ill. – Dot Foods, the nation’s largest food redistributor, is proud to announce a partnership with Passport Food Group for the distribution of its Wing Hing® and Royal PastaTM product lines. Dot will be handling the majority of all Passport Food Group’s distribution. The first ship date of Passport Food Group products through Dot Foods is April 2, 2012. Wed, 04 Apr 2012 09:31:00 -0500 <p>MT. STERLING, Ill. - <a href="/">Dot Foods</a>, the nation's largest food redistributor, is proud to announce a partnership with Passport Food Group for the distribution of its Wing Hing® and Royal Pasta^TM product lines. Dot will be handling the majority of all Passport Food Group's distribution. The first ship date of Passport Food Group products through Dot Foods is April 2, 2012.</p> <p>Wing Hing Foods is one of the largest manufacturers and distributors of authentic Asian ingredients in the country. Wing Hing products include fresh noodles, wraps (wonton, dumpling, potsticker, spring roll and egg roll wraps), crispy salad toppers (wonton strips, chow mein noodles, crispy noodles), as well as a variety of Tofu and rice products. . Royal Pasta is the second oldest dry pasta manufacturer in the United States and currently manufactures a variety of dry Italian pasta products. Royal Pasta produces full lines of classic style, artisan (bronze die) and organic dry pastas.</p> <p>"Passport Foods has built a solid reputation with many large chain restaurants across the United States and we're pleased to begin a partnership with Dot Foods to address the needs of smaller restaurants too," said Dave Abrams, CEO, Passport Food Group.&nbsp; "Dot is a significant part of our distribution strategy and the growth engine we are looking for in national distribution.&nbsp; Dot has the reach that we simply could not get anywhere else."</p> <p>"We're excited about our new partnership with Passport Foods. Wing Hing offers a new line of Asian Ingredients, like fresh won ton wraps, which are not currently offered through Dot," said Stephanie Weiler, senior business development manager, Dot Foods.&nbsp; "Asian cuisine is the second fastest growing category in the food service sector, and Wing Hing will allow us to serve that growing demographic.&nbsp; Royal Pasta's organic and bronze die pastas are a great addition to our existing pasta offering".</p> <p>About Dot Foods Inc.</p> <p>Dot Foods Inc. carries 100,000 products from 700 food industry manufacturers and is the largest food redistributor in the United States. Dot Foods distributes foodservice, convenience, retail and vending food products to distributors in all 50 states. Dot Foods operates eight distribution centers in: Modesto, Calif.; Vidalia, Ga.; Burley, Idaho; Mt. Sterling, Ill.; Cambridge City, Ind.; Williamsport, Md.; Liverpool, N.Y.; and Ardmore, Okla. For information, visit www.dotfoods.com.</p> <p>About Passport Food Group</p> <p>Passport Food Group is the holding company of international food manufacturers Wing Hing Foods and Royal Pasta. Wing Hing Foods manufactures and distributes authentic Asian noodle and wrap products, and Royal Pasta manufactures a variety of dry Italian pasta products including organic, artisan bronze die and whole-grain. For more information about Passport, please visit www.passportfood.com.</p> http://www.dotfoods.com/news-events/dot-transportation-inc-to-hold-job-fair-to-hire-drivers/http://www.dotfoods.com/news-events/dot-transportation-inc-to-hold-job-fair-to-hire-drivers/INDIANAPOLIS, Ind. – Dot Transportation Inc.(DTI) will conduct a three-day job fair from Friday, May 4 through Sunday, May 6 with hopes to fill approximately 50 regional truck driver positions. The job fair will be held from 8:00 am until 8:00 pm each day and will be held at the Crowne Plaza Hotel Airport in Indianapolis, located at 2501 South High School Road.Mon, 02 Apr 2012 09:26:00 -0500 <p class="NoSpacing1">INDIANAPOLIS, Ind. - Dot Transportation Inc.(DTI) will conduct a three-day job fair from Friday, May 4 through Sunday, May 6 with hopes to fill approximately 50 regional truck driver positions. The job fair will be held from 8:00 am until 8:00 pm each day and will be held at the Crowne Plaza Hotel Airport in Indianapolis, located at 2501 South High School Road.</p> <p class="NoSpacing1">Dot Transportation is a wholly owned subsidiary of Dot Foods, which operates eight distribution centers nationwide, including one in Cambridge City. Dot Transportation is looking to hire drivers in the Indianapolis area to deliver products to Dot customers and pick up products at suppliers. The drivers will work in a regional capacity, delivering to locations in Indiana, Kentucky, Illinois, Ohio, Michigan, Tennessee and West Virginia. On average, DTI drivers are typically dispatched for two to four days per trip and are home two days per week.&nbsp; All Indianapolis based drivers will start and end their weekly dispatch in Indianapolis.</p> <p class="NoSpacing1">Dot Foods has been in business now for over 50 years and is still growing. Because of this growth, we are expanding our recruitment efforts and looking in other areas around Indiana for the best drivers," said Tim Loyd, general manager of Dot's Cambridge City distribution center. "We're holding the job fair on three separate days so that people interested in learning about the position and our company will have more opportunities to do so."</p> <p class="NoSpacing1">All full-time positions at Dot Transportation include excellent employee benefits such as health, vision, life, disability and dental insurance, 401k, profit sharing, and paid vacation. Anyone unable to attend the career fair is encouraged to visit Dot's website for more information about job opportunities at dotfoods.com/careers.</p> <p class="NoSpacing1">Founded in 1994, Dot Transportation, Inc. (DTI) specializes in delivering mixed loads of dry, frozen and refrigerated products across the country. DTI, a private carrier, is a subsidiary of Dot Foods, Inc., a family-owned business that is the largest food redistributor in the nation. DTI operates out of terminals in: Modesto, Calif.; Vidalia, Ga.; Burley, Idaho; Mt. Sterling, Ill.; Cambridge City, Ind.; Williamsport, Md.; Liverpool, N.Y.; Joliet, Illinois and Ardmore, Okla. For more information, visit <a href="/dti">www.dotfoods.com/dti</a>.</p> http://www.dotfoods.com/news-events/dot-foods-offers-skills-and-training-classes-to-local-non-profits/http://www.dotfoods.com/news-events/dot-foods-offers-skills-and-training-classes-to-local-non-profits/MT STERLING, Ill.– Dot Foods recently launched a program to assist Illinois-based not-for-profit organizations enhance their communication, leadership and problem-solving skills by participating in Dot’s employee training classes. Dot offers these courses at no cost to non-profit organizations and their staff. Thu, 29 Mar 2012 14:48:00 -0500 <p>MT STERLING, Ill.- <a href="/">Dot Foods</a> recently launched a program to assist Illinois-based not-for-profit organizations enhance their communication, leadership and problem-solving skills by participating in Dot's employee training classes. Dot offers these courses at no cost to non-profit organizations and their staff.</p> <p>"Dot opened several of its training classes to area non-profits in January and there's been an overwhelming response for each class we've offered," said Suzy Kassing, Dot Foods' training and development manager. "This is a robust program that helps non-profit leaders and employees build their skill sets to become more effective in their organization."</p> <p>Several non-profits in the area have participated in the classes, including Brown County Mental Health, Two Rivers Regional Council, the YMCA, Quincy Public Library and Community Foundation of the Quincy Area.</p> <p>"Dot has a great reputation in the community for a wonderful training department and the training program gave our staff a chance to step away from the library stacks and take time to build our skills individually and as a team," noted said Lucy Bordewick, marketing director, Quincy Public Library. "Most area non-profits operate on a shoestring budget and we have to make every dollar count. Thanks to the generosity of Dot allowing us to participate in their programs, we've gained additional training and professional development."</p> <p>Dot currently offers 13 different courses to the non-profits, including Essentials of Leadership, Enhancing your Listening Skills, Speaking to Influence Others, Time Management, Written Communication for the Business Professional, Leading Change, Managing Performance Problems, Dealing with Difficult People, Having Feedback Conversations with Employees, Leading Meetings, Developing Others, Improving Personal Productivity and A Manager's Guide to Delegation.</p> <p>"I've participated in several of the training courses offered by Dot and each has been incredibly informative and helpful for me," said Sandra Trusewych, community development director, Two Rivers Regional Council of Public Officials. "All of the principles and skills that were discussed can be applied to both for profit and not-for-profit entities. Middle management positions in a non-profit can be challenging and not many classes are offered in the region are free to us. Dot's program truly is making a difference in the way I work."</p> <p>Classes are held at Dot's distribution center in Mt. Sterling or via webinar and are usually two to four hours in length. Currently, Dot is looking to add more classes to their non-profit offering as seats are full. Non-profits interested in the training classes may contact Jamie Lichtsinn at <a href="mailto:Jamie.lichtsinn@dotfoods.com">Jamie.lichtsinn@dotfoods.com</a>.</p> <p>The integration of non-profits into the training programs does not only benefit the non-profit employees. "The opportunity to have non-profit organizations in our training classes also benefits Dot employees through relationship building and our understanding of the challenges of the non-profit world.," noted Kassing.</p> <p>Dot Foods Inc. carries 104,000 products from 600 food industry manufacturers and is the largest food redistributor in the United States. Dot Foods distributes foodservice, convenience, retail and vending food products to distributors in all 50 states. Dot Foods operates eight distribution centers in: Modesto, Calif.; Vidalia, Ga.; Burley, Idaho; Mt. Sterling, Ill.; Cambridge City, Ind.; Williamsport, Md.; Liverpool, N.Y.; and Ardmore, Okla. For information, visit www.dotfoods.com.</p> http://www.dotfoods.com/news-events/post%C2%AE-brand-cereals-are-now-available-through-dot-foods/http://www.dotfoods.com/news-events/post%C2%AE-brand-cereals-are-now-available-through-dot-foods/MT. STERLING, Ill. – Dot Foods, the nation’s largest food redistributor, is proud to announce a partnership with Post Foods, LLC for the distribution of cereal products to its foodservice and convenience store distributors.Wed, 28 Mar 2012 18:39:00 -0500 <p>MT. STERLING, Ill. - <a href="/">Dot Foods</a>, the nation's largest food redistributor, is proud to announce a partnership with Post Foods, LLC for the distribution of cereal products to its foodservice and convenience store distributors.</p> <p>Post Foods is a leading manufacturer of ready-to-eat breakfast cereals, and is well known for its brands such as, Honey Bunches of Oats, Pebbles, Great Grains and Grape-Nuts.</p> <p>"We believe our new relationship with Dot Foods offers many advantages for Post's food service customers who want less than truckload quantities," said Al Miano, national sales manager, Post Foods, LLC. "Our full line of cereal products will now be available nationally without minimum order quantity limitations, which now allow many more customers to try our great brands. Dot's weekly deliveries and short lead-times enable distributors to respond faster to retailers' needs, while increasing inventory turns."</p> <p>"Dot Foods has been building its customer base of dry products and the addition of Post's highly reputable and popular brands is a definite advantage," said Stephanie Weiler, senior &nbsp;business development manager, Dot Foods. "We believe that this partnership will be a welcome transition for our distributors and customers and we appreciate their continued support."</p> <p>Recently, Dot expanded its Mt. Sterling, Ill., warehouse to add capacity for new manufacturers, as well as additional items for existing manufacturers. Dot added 136,000 square feet and reconfigured its current dry warehouse.</p> <p>About Post Foods, LLC</p> <p>Post is a leading manufacturer, marketer and distributor of branded ready-to-eat cereals in the &nbsp;United States and Canada. Post's products are manufactured through a flexible production platform consisting of four owned primary facilities and sold through a variety of channels such as grocery stores, mass merchandisers, club stores, and drug stores. Post has leveraged the strength of its brands, category expertise, and over a century of institutional knowledge to create a diverse portfolio of cereals that enhance the lives of consumers, bringing quality foods to the breakfast table since the company's founding in 1897. Post's portfolio of brands includes diverse offerings such as Honey Bunches of Oats®, Pebbles®, Post Selects®, Great Grains®, Spoon Size® Shredded Wheat, Post® Raisin Bran, Grape-Nuts®, and Honeycomb®. Post's common stock is listed on the New York Stock Exchange under the symbol "POST." For more information about Post, please visit <a href="http://www.postfoods.com">www.postfoods.com</a>.</p> <p>About Dot Foods Inc.</p> <p>Dot Foods Inc. carries 104,000 products from 600 food industry manufacturers and is the largest food redistributor in the United States. Dot Foods distributes foodservice,<br /> &nbsp;convenience, retail and vending food products to distributors in all 50 states. Dot Foods operates eight distribution centers in: Modesto, Calif.; Vidalia, Ga.; Burley, Idaho; Mt. Sterling, Ill.; Cambridge City, Ind.; Williamsport, Md.; Liverpool, N.Y.; and Ardmore, Okla. For information, visit www.dotfoods.com.</p> http://www.dotfoods.com/news-events/ralston%C2%AE-rte-and-hot-cereals-are-now-available-through-dot-foods/http://www.dotfoods.com/news-events/ralston%C2%AE-rte-and-hot-cereals-are-now-available-through-dot-foods/MT. STERLING, Ill. – Dot Foods, the nation’s largest food redistributor, is proud to announce a partnership with Ralston Foods for the distribution of cereal products to its foodservice and convenience store distributors.Wed, 28 Mar 2012 12:36:00 -0500 <p>MT. STERLING, Ill. - Dot Foods, the nation's largest food redistributor, is proud to announce a partnership with Ralston Foods for the distribution of cereal products to its foodservice and convenience store distributors.</p> <p>Ralston Foods is a leading manufacturer of foodservice ready-to-eat and hot cereals breakfast cereals.</p> <p>We believe our new relationship with Dot Foods offers many advantages for Ralston customers who want less than truckload quantities," said John Gruender, Director of Ralston Foodservice Sales. "Our full line of cereal products will now be available nationally without minimum order quantity limitations. Dot's weekly deliveries and short lead-times enable distributors to respond faster to retailers' needs, while increasing inventory turns. In addition to servicing customers with an order minimum of one case, Dot's partnership with Ralston also reduces our order administration time and effort."</p> <p>"DotFoods has been building its customer base of dry products and the addition of Ralston Food's ready-to-eat and hot breakfast cereals is a definite advantage," said Stephanie Weiler, senior business development manager, Dot Foods. "We believe that this partnership will be a welcome transition for our distributors and customers and we appreciate their continued support."</p> <p>Recently, Dot expanded its Mt. Sterling, Ill., warehouse to add capacity for new manufacturers, as well as additional items for existing manufacturers. Dot added 136,000 square feet and reconfigured its current dry warehouse.</p> <p>About Ralston Foods</p> <p>Ralston Foods remains the nation's largest supplier of high quality cereal, producing<br /> both ready-to-eat (RTE) and hot cereals. Its extended product line includes organic cereals, snack mixes, cereal and nutrition bars, and other custom products. The company offers more than 40 RTE varieties, including emulations of over 30 of the top national brands and more than 20 hot cereals.</p> <p>With over 100 years in the cereal business, the company delivers the product consistency and service excellence its customers demand. Using only quality ingredients in its modern, efficient plants, Ralston Foods upholds strict production standards while maximizing operations and logistics capabilities to meet the growing needs of its customers. A team of 1,500 plus employees across seven locations ensures high quality products, customer satisfaction, and competitive pricing.</p> <p>Ralston Foods Foodservice sells the Ralston® Brand cereals to the foodservice channel, which includes the Healthcare and Nutrition, College &amp; University, Restaurant &amp; Hotel, Camps, Correction and Military Segments.</p> <p>For more information visit ralstonfoodservice.com or ralcorp.com.</p> <p>About Dot Foods Inc.</p> <p>Dot Foods Inc. carries 104,000 products from 600 food industry manufacturers and is the largest food redistributor in the United States. Dot Foods distributes foodservice, convenience, retail and vending food products to distributors in all 50 states. Dot Foods operates eight distribution centers in: Modesto, Calif.; Vidalia, Ga.; Burley, Idaho; Mt. Sterling, Ill.; Cambridge City, Ind.; Williamsport, Md.; Liverpool, N.Y.; and Ardmore, Okla. For information, visit www.dotfoods.com.</p> http://www.dotfoods.com/news-events/dot-foods-awards-top-performing-suppliers/http://www.dotfoods.com/news-events/dot-foods-awards-top-performing-suppliers/MT. STERLING, Ill. – Dot Foods, the nation’s leading food redistributor, recently recognized nine of their top suppliers with the annual 2011 Dot Quality and Service Award. The award honors Dot’s supplier partners who assist with providing the highest level of service to distributors.Fri, 16 Mar 2012 16:42:00 -0500 <p>MT. STERLING, Ill. - <a href="/">Dot Foods</a>, the nation's leading food redistributor, recently recognized&nbsp;ten of their top suppliers with the annual 2011 Dot Quality and Service Award.&nbsp; The award honors Dot's supplier partners who assist with providing the highest level of service to distributors.</p> <p>This year's winners are American Licorice, Dr. Pepper Snapple Group, Handi-Foil of America, Inc., Malt-O-Meal, Precision Foods, Stratas Foods, Sweet Streets Desserts and Tyson Foods. In addition, Bosco's Pizza Co. and Cargill Kitchen Solutions were honored with the award for the sixth and 14^thconsecutive years, respectively. Dot honors the winners in a variety of ways, including a presentation at each supplier's facility.</p> <p>"Over the past 50 years, we've been committed to providing our customers with the highest quality customer service," said Joe Tracy, president and chief operating officer of Dot Foods. "The partnership we have with our suppliers allows us to continue to provide that level of service to our customers."</p> <p>Suppliers must meet certain criteria in order to be eligible for the award, including meeting overall inbound service levels, communication with Dot via EDI (Electronic Data Interchange), as well as other service and communication expectations.</p> <p>Dot Foods Inc. carries 104,000 products from 600 food industry manufacturers and is the largest food redistributor in the United States. Dot Foods distributes foodservice, convenience, retail and vending food products to distributors in all 50 states. Dot Foods operates eight &nbsp;distribution centers in: Modesto, Calif.; Vidalia, Ga.; Burley, Idaho; Mt. Sterling, Ill.; Cambridge City, Ind.; Williamsport, Md.; Liverpool, N.Y.; and Ardmore, Okla. For information, visit www.dotfoods.com.</p> http://www.dotfoods.com/news-events/dot-foods-to-hold-job-fair-at-distribution-center/http://www.dotfoods.com/news-events/dot-foods-to-hold-job-fair-at-distribution-center/Williamsport, Md. – Dot Foods, the nation’s largest food redistributor, will host a job fair on Saturday, March 31 with hopes to fill a large number of full- and part-time warehouse and driver positions at its distribution center in Williamsport. The job fair will be held from 9:00 am until noon at Dot Foods, located at 16301 Elliot Parkway. Positions available include full- and part-time warehouse order selectors and customer delivery drivers. Fri, 16 Mar 2012 13:33:00 -0500 <p>Williamsport, Md. - Dot Foods, the nation's largest food redistributor, will host a job fair on Saturday, March 31 with hopes to fill a large number of full- and part-time warehouse and driver positions at its distribution center in Williamsport. The job fair will be held from 9:00 am until noon at Dot Foods, located at 16301 Elliot Parkway. Positions available include full- and part-time warehouse order selectors and customer delivery drivers.</p> <p>Warehouse order selectors use state-of-the-art material handling equipment and warehouse management systems to build pallets of product for shipment and receive product. Drivers deliver mixed loads of dry, frozen and refrigerated product from Dot's eight distribution centers to food distributors across the country.</p> <p>Founded in 1961 in Mt. Sterling, Ill., Dot has never had layoffs in the entire history of the company. Brian Duffield, general manager of the Dot Foods' facility in Williamsport said, "Dot Foods has experienced significant growth over the past few years and, specifically, our location is in need to immediately fill dozens of positions. We offer competitive compensation and &nbsp;benefits for employees and Dot currently has one of the lowest turnover rates for drivers in our industry."</p> <p>All full-time positions at Dot Foods and Dot Transportation include excellent employee benefits including health, vision, life, and dental insurance, 401k, profit sharing, and paid vacation. For more information about all of Dot's current career opportunities or for those unable to attend this job fair, please visit <a href="/careers.">www.dotfoods.com/careers.</a></p> <p>Dot Foods Inc. carries 104,000 products from 600 food industry manufacturers and is the largest food redistributor in the United States. Dot Foods distributes foodservice, convenience, retail and vending food products to distributors in all 50 states. Dot Foods operates eight &nbsp;distribution centers in: Modesto, Calif.; Vidalia, Ga.; Burley, Idaho; Mt. Sterling, Ill.; Cambridge City, Ind.; Williamsport, Md.; Liverpool, N.Y.; and Ardmore, Okla. For information, visit <a target="_blank">www.dotfoods.com</a>.</p> http://www.dotfoods.com/news-events/dot-foods-to-hold-job-fair-at-training-center/http://www.dotfoods.com/news-events/dot-foods-to-hold-job-fair-at-training-center/MT. STERLING, Ill. – Dot Foods will host a job fair on Saturday, March 24, 2012 with hopes to fill several full- and part-time warehouse and customer delivery specialist positions at its headquarters in Mt. Sterling. The job fair will be held at the Dot Foods Training Center located on Buckhorn Road off of Route 24 from 10:00 am till noon.Wed, 14 Mar 2012 10:34:00 -0500 <p>MT. STERLING, Ill. - Dot Foods will host a job fair on Saturday, March 24,2012 with hopes to fill several full- and part-time warehouse and customer delivery specialist positions at its headquarters in Mt. Sterling. The job fair will be held at the Dot Foods Training Center located on Buckhorn Road off of Route 24 from 10:00 am till noon.</p> <p>Warehouse order selectors use state-of-the-art material handling equipment and warehouse management systems to build pallets of product for shipment and receive product. Drivers deliver mixed loads of dry, frozen and refrigerated product from Dot's eight distribution centers to food distributors across the country.</p> <p>Founded in 1961 in Mt. Sterling, Dot has never had layoffs in the entire history of the company. Christina Crandall, warehouse recruiting manager of the Dot Foods' facility in Mt. Sterling said, "Our business is continuously growing and because of that, we are looking to hire new warehouse personnel and drivers. Dot currently has one of the lowest turnover rates for drivers in our industry."</p> <p>All full-time positions at Dot Foods and Dot Transportation include excellent employee benefits including health, vision, life, and dental insurance, 401k, profit sharing, and paid vacation. For more information about all of Dot's current career opportunities, visit <a href="/careers">www.dotfoods.com/careers</a>.</p> <p>Dot Foods Inc. carries 100,000 products from 700 food industry manufacturers and is the largest food redistributor in the United States. Dot Foods distributes foodservice, convenience, retail and vending food products, equipment and supplies to distributors in all 50 states. Dot Foods operates eight distribution centers in: Modesto, Calif.; Vidalia, Ga.; Burley, Idaho; Mt. Sterling, Ill.; Cambridge City, Ind.; Williamsport, Md.; Liverpool, N.Y.; and Ardmore, Okla. For information, visit <a href="/">www.dotfoods.com</a>.</p> http://www.dotfoods.com/news-events/dot-foods-adds-all-sellable-levels-of-upc-information-to-the-expressway%C2%AE/http://www.dotfoods.com/news-events/dot-foods-adds-all-sellable-levels-of-upc-information-to-the-expressway%C2%AE/MT. STERLING, Ill. – Dot Foods announced they have added all sellable levels of UPC information for products on the Dot Expressway® website. This means the manufacturer’s item and inner pack retail UPC code information is available, giving distributors full visibility of the manufacturers set up information. Distributors who sell products to the consumer packaged goods industry need all UPC codes to have complete information on the products they are selling. Fri, 09 Mar 2012 13:47:00 -0600 <p>MT. STERLING, Ill. - <a href="/">Dot Foods</a> announced they have added all sellable levels of UPC information for products on the Dot Expressway® website. This means the manufacturer's item and inner pack retail UPC code information is available, giving distributors full visibility of the manufacturers set up information. Distributors who sell products to the consumer packaged goods industry need all UPC codes to have complete information on the products they are selling.</p> <p>With its roots in the foodservice industry, Dot previously provided distributor customers with case UPC information. "As we continue to grow in other channels, specifically in retail channels, that service the consumer packaged goods industry we realized it was important for our customers to have this information," said Devin Fogleman, director of channels at Dot Foods. "We were receiving feedback from our customers that we needed to make this a priority. In the end, we hope this change makes it easier for our customers to do business with us."</p> <p>Historically, this information has not been readily accessible through electronic means. Over the past several years the industry-wide 1Sync initiative has given Dot the opportunity to collect more comprehensive information from manufacturers to populate their database. "This was a highly anticipated change," said Bri Shaw ebusiness support manager of Dot Foods. "We made the change on the Expressway in late December and then started receiving emails from our customers thanking us for the change before we could even make an official anouncement."</p> <p>The Dot Expressway® is a website that allows Dot customers to track purchase history by dollars, cases or specific dates; search Dot's online product catalog of over 100,000 items by supplier, keyword, category or manufacturer; download product and pricing information; and even place orders online 24 hours a day, seven days a week. In 2011, the Dot Expressway® averaged over 37,000 hits per day.</p> <p>About Dot Foods Inc.</p> <p>Dot Foods Inc. carries 100,000 products from 700 food industry manufacturers and is the largest food redistributor in the United States. Dot Foods distributes foodservice, convenience, retail and vending food products to distributors in all 50 states. Dot Foods operates eight distribution centers in: Modesto, Calif.; Vidalia, Ga.; Burley, Idaho; Mt. Sterling, Ill.; Cambridge City, Ind.; Williamsport, Md.; Liverpool, N.Y.; and Ardmore, Okla. For information, visit www.dotfoods.com.</p> http://www.dotfoods.com/news-events/dot-foods-adds-walsh/http://www.dotfoods.com/news-events/dot-foods-adds-walsh/LIVERPOOL, N.Y. – Sean Walsh (photo available at http://budurl.com/SeanW) recently joined Dot Foods’ Liverpool distribution center as assistant warehouse manager. Howard Bryerton, warehouse manager, made the announcement.Thu, 08 Mar 2012 11:30:00 -0600 <p>LIVERPOOL, N.Y. - Sean Walsh (photo available at <a href="http://budurl.com/SeanW">http://budurl.com/SeanW</a>) recently joined Dot Foods' Liverpool distribution center as assistant warehouse manager. Howard Bryerton, warehouse manager, made the announcement.</p> <p>In his new capacity, Walsh will serve as the secondary point person for all warehouse shift supervisors, leads, spotters and administrative support personnel. In addition, he is responsible for the overall warehouse operations, including safety, quality, planning, operational efficiencies and continuous improvement initiatives. Walsh is a graduate of State University of New York College at Cortland.</p> <p>Dot Foods Inc. carries 104,000 products from 600 food industry manufacturers and is the largest food redistributor in the United States. Dot Foods distributes foodservice, convenience, retail and vending food products to distributors in all 50 states. Dot Foods operates eight distribution centers in: Modesto, Calif.; Vidalia, Ga.; Burley, Idaho; Mt. Sterling, Ill.; Cambridge City, Ind.; Williamsport, Md.; Liverpool, N.Y.; and Ardmore, Okla. For information, visit www.dotfoods.com.</p> http://www.dotfoods.com/news-events/taylor-promoted-to-warehouse-supervisor/http://www.dotfoods.com/news-events/taylor-promoted-to-warehouse-supervisor/CAMBRIDGE CITY, Ind. – Dot Foods, Inc. announced today the promotion of Michael Taylor of Connersville to warehouse supervisor of its Cambridge City, IN facility.Thu, 01 Mar 2012 14:37:00 -0600 <p>CAMBRIDGE CITY, Ind. - Dot Foods, Inc. announced today the promotion of Michael Taylor of Connersville to warehouse supervisor of its Cambridge City, IN facility. A photo of Taylor is available at <a href="http://budurl.com/MikeTaylor.">http://budurl.com/MikeTaylor.</a></p> <p>Taylor began his career with Dot Foods when the company's Cambridge City location opened in 2007 and has previously been promoted to warehouse lead person in 2008.</p> <p>Tim Loyd, general manger of the Dot Foods' facility in Cambridge City said, "Mike has been a wonderful employee for our company since he first walked in the door.&nbsp; He has consistently &nbsp;exceeded expectations in all of his assignments and is a wonderful representative of our company in the community.&nbsp;</p> <p>We are always excited when we can promote someone within our organization to greater areas of responsibility.&nbsp; We are excited to move Mike into his new role."</p> <p>Dot Foods Inc. carries 104,000 products from 600 food industry manufacturers and is the largest food redistributor in the United States. Dot Foods distributes foodservice, convenience, retail and vending food products to distributors in all 50 states. Dot Foods operates eight distribution centers in: Modesto, Calif.; Vidalia, Ga.; Burley, Idaho; Mt. Sterling, Ill.; Cambridge City, Ind.; Williamsport, Md.; Liverpool, N.Y.; and Ardmore, Okla. For information, visit www.dotfoods.com.</p> http://www.dotfoods.com/news-events/safe-practices-earn-dot-foods-employees-$87,000-in-trips/http://www.dotfoods.com/news-events/safe-practices-earn-dot-foods-employees-$87,000-in-trips/MT. STERLING, Ill. – Dot Foods celebrated another year in 2011 of safety milestones by giving out $87,000 in prizes to 30 warehouse and garage personnel and support staff across the country. The awards program recognized employees based on their individual injury-free work performance.Tue, 28 Feb 2012 08:25:00 -0600 <p>MT. STERLING, Ill. - Dot Foods celebrated another year in 2011 of safety milestones by giving out $87,000 in prizes to 30 warehouse and garage personnel and support staff across the country. The awards program recognized employees based on their individual injury-free work performance.</p> <p>"Dot Foods is committed to reducing accidents and injuries and focused on encouraging our employees' safe practices and behaviors," said Don Pierce, employee safety manager. "We're pleased to recognize and reward our employees for their participation in keeping Dot a safe workplace."</p> <p>More than 1,300 employees were eligible to participate in the safety incentive program, which permitted two winners for the following departments: Illinois dry warehouse day and night &nbsp;shifts; Illinois frozen warehouse day and night shifts; Illinois cooler; New York warehouse; Maryland warehouse; Georgia warehouse, Oklahoma warehouse; California warehouse; Indiana warehouse; Idaho warehouse; garage personnel; maintenance personnel; and support staff. Employees were required to have worked at least 1,000 hours in 2011, have no written disciplinary action and no OSHA recordable injuries for one full year. Each winner received an all-expense paid travel voucher for themselves and a spouse.</p> <p>The following winners were announced:</p> <div style="margin-left: 2em;"> <ul> <li>Paul Turnquest and Scott Dow, order selectors; and Josh Lewis, maintenance technician, out of the Vidalia, Ga. warehouse.</li> </ul> </div> <div style="margin-left: 2em;"> <ul> <li>Robert Carbaugh and Rob Cuddy, order selectors; and Jason Fischer, garage technician, out of the Williamsport, Md. warehouse.</li> </ul> </div> <div style="margin-left: 2em;"> <ul> <li>Mike Rondinello and Mike Krul, order selectors; and Andrew Ray, maintenance technician, out of the Liverpool, N.Y. warehouse.</li> </ul> </div> <div style="margin-left: 2em;"> <ul> <li>Ross Regan and Landon Miller, order selectors, out of the Cambridge City, Ind. warehouse.</li> </ul> </div> <div style="margin-left: 2em;"> <ul> <li>Richard Adams and Joe Palumbo, order selectors, out of the Ardmore, Okla. warehouse.</li> </ul> </div> <div style="margin-left: 2em;"> <ul> <li>Brett Beabout and Ralph Condon, order selectors; and Ed Irsik, Spotter, out of the Burley, Idaho warehouse.</li> </ul> </div> <div style="margin-left: 2em;"> <ul> <li>Somsay Phengsavanh and Ismael Arteaga, order selectors, out of the Modesto, Calif. warehouse.</li> </ul> </div> <div style="margin-left: 2em;"> <ul> <li>James Stone, Brian Smith, Reggie Leftridge, Jeff Seymour, Travis Phillips, Chad Engles, Ebby Erickson, David Hiland, Jerry Schoonover and Misty Jennings, order selectors; Gerald Collins, garage technician; and Monty Smith, gate station attendant, out of the Mt. Sterling, Ill. warehouse.</li> </ul> </div> <p><br /> One trend that Pierce cites as contributing to the safety success of the now 50 year old company is the ratio of near miss reports to injuries.&nbsp; "Companywide, our ratio is<br /> &nbsp;4.58 near miss events reported for every injury," Pierce said.&nbsp; "This activity allows us to &nbsp;identify and correct the deficiencies prior to someone getting hurt.&nbsp; Working safely is an expectation for all Dot Foods employees. We will continue working toward our goal of zero injuries and accidents."</p> <p>Dot Foods Inc. carries 100,000 products from 700 food industry manufacturers and is the largest food redistributor in the United States. Dot Foods distributes foodservice, convenience, retail and vending food products, equipment and supplies to distributors in all 50 states. Dot Foods operates eight distribution centers in: Modesto, Calif.; Vidalia, Ga.; Burley, Idaho; Mt. Sterling, Ill.; Cambridge City, Ind.; Williamsport, Md.; Liverpool, N.Y.; and Ardmore, Okla. For information, visit www.dotfoods.com.</p> http://www.dotfoods.com/#http://www.dotfoods.com/#Dot Foods rewards 30 employees with $2,000 travel vouchers for providing a safe work environmentMon, 27 Feb 2012 10:30:00 -0600 <p>Dot Foods is committed to reducing accidents, injuries, and encouraging our employees' safe practices and behaviors. The Safety Incentive Program is designed to bring safety awareness throughout Dot Foods and to encourage continuing safe practices and behaviors among all employees. Each eligible employee can earn tickets into a raffle and at the end of the year all of the winners are announced. Here is the complete list of the 2011 Safety Incentive Voucher Winners:</p> <p>&nbsp;</p> <p><span style="text-decoration: underline;">California</span><br /> Somsay Phengsavanh<br /> Ismael Arteaga</p> <p><span style="text-decoration: underline;">Georgia</span><br /> Paul Turnquest<br /> Scott Dow<br /> Josh Lewis</p> <p><span style="text-decoration: underline;">Idaho</span><br /> Brett Beabout<br /> Ralph Condon<br /> Ed Irsik</p> <p><span style="text-decoration: underline;">Illinois</span><br /> James Stone<br /> Brian Smith<br /> Reggie Leftridge<br /> Jeff Seymour<br /> Travis Phillips<br /> Chad Engles<br /> Ebby Erickson<br /> David Hiland<br /> Jerry Schoonover<br /> Misty Jennings<br /> Gerald Collins<br /> Monty Smith</p> <p><span style="text-decoration: underline;">Indiana</span><br /> Ross Regan<br /> Landon Miller<br /> <br /> <span style="text-decoration: underline;">Maryland</span><br /> Robert Carbaugh<br /> Rob Cuddy<br /> Jason Fischer</p> <p><span style="text-decoration: underline;">New York</span><br /> Mike Rondinello<br /> Mike (Dennis) Krul<br /> Andrew Ray</p> <p><span style="text-decoration: underline;">Oklahoma</span><br /> Richard Adams<br /> Joe Palumbo</p> <p><br /> <br /> &nbsp;</p> http://www.dotfoods.com/news-events/dot-transportation-to-hold-job-fair-in-fort-worth-area-(ardmore,-ok)/http://www.dotfoods.com/news-events/dot-transportation-to-hold-job-fair-in-fort-worth-area-(ardmore,-ok)/ARDMORE, Okla. — Dot Transportation, Inc. will conduct a job fair Saturday, March 3 in the Fort Worth area, with hopes to fill 25 customer delivery specialist positions. The job fair will be held at the Holiday Inn Meacham, located at 2540 Meacham Blvd., Fort Worth, Texas from 10:00 a.m. until 2:00 p.m.Tue, 21 Feb 2012 08:27:00 -0600 <p>ARDMORE, Okla. - Dot Transportation, Inc. will conduct a job fair Saturday, March 3 in the Fort Worth area, with hopes to fill 25 customer delivery specialist positions. The job fair will be held at the Holiday Inn Fort Worth North-Fossil Creek located at&nbsp;4635 Gemini Place, Fort Worth, Texas from 10:00 a.m. until 2:00 p.m.</p> <p>Dot Transportation is a wholly owned subsidiary of Dot Foods, which operates out of eight&nbsp; distribution centers nationwide, including one in Ardmore, Okla., approximately 100 miles outside of Fort Worth. Currently, Dot has a drop yard in Fort Worth and is looking to hire more local drivers to deliver product to and from Dot customers and pick up products at suppliers.<br /> The customer delivery specialist will work in a regional capacity, delivering to Texas, Okla., N.M. and Ariz.&nbsp; On average, drivers are typically dispatched for two to four days per trip and are home two days per week.</p> <p>Dot Foods has never had layoffs in the entire history of the company. Penni Wilson, Human Resources Manager of the Dot Foods' facility in Ardmore said, "We have been in business now for over 50 years and our business is still growing. Because of this growth, we are expanding our recruitment efforts and looking in other metropolitan areas for the best drivers."</p> <p>All full-time positions at Dot Transportation include excellent employee benefits including health, vision, life, disability and dental insurance, 401k, profit sharing, and paid vacation. Anyone unable to attend the career fair is encouraged to visit Dot's website for more information about job opportunities at <span style="font-family: 'Times New Roman','serif'; font-size: 12pt; mso-bidi-font-size: 10.0pt; mso-fareast-font-family: 'Times New Roman'; mso-ansi-language: EN-US; mso-fareast-language: EN-US; mso-bidi-language: AR-SA;"> <a href="/careers/"><span style="font-family: 'Helvetica','sans-serif'; font-size: 10pt; mso-bidi-font-family: Tahoma;"> /careers/</span></a></span><span style="font-family: 'Helvetica','sans-serif'; font-size: 10pt; mso-fareast-font-family: 'Times New Roman'; mso-ansi-language: EN-US; mso-fareast-language: EN-US; mso-bidi-language: AR-SA; mso-bidi-font-family: Tahoma;"> .</span></p> <p>Founded in 1994, Dot Transportation, Inc. (DTI) specializes in delivering mixed loads of dry, frozen and refrigerated products across the country. DTI, a private carrier, is a subsidiary of Dot Foods, Inc., a family-owned business that is the largest food redistributor in the nation. DTI operates out of terminals in: Modesto, Calif.; Vidalia, Ga.; Burley, Idaho; Mt. Sterling, Ill.; Cambridge City, Ind.; Williamsport, Md.; Liverpool, N.Y.; Joliet, Illinois and Ardmore, Okla. For more information, visit <a href="/dti">www.dotfoods.com/dti</a>.</p> http://www.dotfoods.com/news-events/dot-transportation-honors-first-driver-to-hit-four-million-miles-(mt-sterling,-il)/http://www.dotfoods.com/news-events/dot-transportation-honors-first-driver-to-hit-four-million-miles-(mt-sterling,-il)/MT. STERLING, Ill. – A driver with Dot Transportation, Inc., a subsidiary of Dot Foods, was recognized recently for driving four million miles during his career. Dick Kramberg of Quincy, Ill., who operates out of the food redistributor’s Mt. Sterling distribution center, was honored at the company’s annual National Business Meeting in St. Louis, Mo. by company leadership.Mon, 20 Feb 2012 15:29:00 -0600 <p><span style="line-height: 150%; font-family: 'Helvetica','sans-serif'; font-size: 10pt; mso-bidi-font-family: Tahoma;"> MT. STERLING, Ill. -</span> <span style="line-height: 150%; font-family: 'Helvetica','sans-serif'; font-size: 10pt; mso-bidi-font-family: 'Times New Roman';"> A driver with Dot Transportation, Inc., a subsidiary of Dot Foods, was recognized recently for driving four million miles during his career. Dick Kramberg of Quincy, Ill., who operates out of the food redistributor's Mt. Sterling distribution center, was honored at the company's annual National Business Meeting in St. Louis, Mo. by company leadership.<br /> <br /> </span> <span style="line-height: 150%; font-family: 'Helvetica','sans-serif'; font-size: 10pt; mso-bidi-font-family: 'Times New Roman';"> In addition, Kramberg will celebrate another milestone with the company later in 2012: On June 9, he will have served 36 years with Dot. "This has been a wonderful company to work with for both my family and myself," said Kramberg. "They've given me the opportunity to have a fulfilling career and travel around the country. Being the first driver to hit four million miles is an honor."<br /> <br /> </span> <span style="line-height: 150%; font-family: 'Helvetica','sans-serif'; font-size: 10pt; mso-bidi-font-family: 'Times New Roman';"> Several other drivers were recognized for reaching the three million mile mark as well. The drivers, also operating out of Mt. Sterling, are Jim Mashburn and Monty Stabler of Mt. Sterling, Ill., Dale Little and Wayne Thomas of Rushville, Ill., Zane Keylor and Bob Patton of Timewell, Ill., Monti Estes of and Randy Dieterle of Camp Point, Ill.<br /> <br /> </span> <span style="line-height: 150%; font-family: 'Helvetica','sans-serif'; font-size: 10pt; mso-bidi-font-family: 'Times New Roman';"> With the trucking industry reported a shortage of nearly 200,000 drivers at the end of 2011, DTI is aggressively hiring to accommodate their growing business. "Recruiting new drivers and retaining the drivers we already have happy is crucial to our success as these are the men and women who keep business moving across the nation," noted Mugerditchian. "Dot has been aggressively hiring drivers for some time now and will continue to do so for the foreseeable future."<br /> <br /> </span> <span style="line-height: 150%; font-family: 'Helvetica','sans-serif'; font-size: 10pt; mso-bidi-font-family: 'Times New Roman';"> DTI offers an exceptional benefit package to their drivers. On average, most DTI drivers are home with their families two days a week. Compensation for full-time drivers includes pay on actual miles; delivery pay; pick-up and layover pay; fuel incentives; quarterly and annual bonuses; paid personal days, sick days, vacations, holidays; 401(K) benefits with company match; short and long-term disability; experience pay and exceptional unload pay.<br /> <br /> </span> <span style="line-height: 150%; font-family: 'Helvetica','sans-serif'; font-size: 10pt; mso-bidi-font-family: 'Times New Roman';"> Founded in 1994, Dot Transportation, Inc. (DTI) specializes in delivering mixed loads of dry, frozen and refrigerated products across the country. DTI, a private carrier, is a subsidiary of Dot Foods, Inc., a family-owned business that is the largest food redistributor in the nation. DTI operates out of terminals in: Modesto, Calif.; Vidalia, Ga.; Burley, Idaho; Mt. Sterling, Ill.; Cambridge City, Ind.; Williamsport, Md.; Liverpool, N.Y.; Joliet, Illinois and Ardmore, Okla. For more information, visit <a href="/dti">www.dotfoods.com/dti</a>.</span></p> http://www.dotfoods.com/news-events/dot-foods-to-hold-job-fair-at-knights-of-columbus-hall-(mt-sterling,-il)/http://www.dotfoods.com/news-events/dot-foods-to-hold-job-fair-at-knights-of-columbus-hall-(mt-sterling,-il)/MT. STERLING, Ill. – Dot Foods will host a job fair on Monday, Feb. 20, 2012 with hopes to fill several full-time freezer and part-time dry warehouse positions at its headquarters in Mt. Sterling. The job fair will be held at the Knights of Columbus Hall located on Route 24 West from 4:00 pm till 6:00 pm.Mon, 13 Feb 2012 14:36:00 -0600 <p>MT. STERLING, Ill. - Dot Foods will host a job fair on Monday, Feb. 20,2012 with hopes to fill several full-time freezer and part-time dry warehouse positions at its headquarters in Mt. Sterling. The job fair will be held at the Knights of Columbus Hall located on Route 24 West from 4:00 pm till 6:00 pm. The following positions are available:</p> <ul> <li>Ten hour night shifts from Tuesday - Friday in the freezer warehouse; starting salary at $13.50 per hour</li> <li>Twelve hour day shifts from Friday - Sunday in the freezer warehouse; starting salary at $13.90 per hour</li> <li>Twelve hour night shifts from Friday - Sunday in the freezer warehouse; starting salary at $14.90 per hour</li> <li>Part-time day shifts in the dry warehouse; starting salary at $11.50</li> </ul> <p>Founded in 1961 in Mt. Sterling, Dot has never had layoffs in the entire history of the company. Christina Crandall, Warehouse Recruiting Manager of the Dot Foods' facility in Mt. Sterling said, "We haven't had a lay off in the 50 plus years we've been in business. As our business continues to grow our need for new, talented employees continues to grow."</p> <p>All full-time positions at Dot Foods and Dot Transportation include excellent employee benefits including health, vision, life, and dental insurance, 401k, profit sharing, and paid vacation. For more information about all of Dot's current career opportunities, visit <a href="/careers">www.dotfoods.com/careers</a>.</p> <p>Dot Foods Inc. carries 100,000 products from 700 food industry manufacturers and is the largest food redistributor in the United States. Dot Foods distributes foodservice, convenience, retail and vending food products, equipment and supplies to distributors in all 50 states. Dot Foods operates eight distribution centers in: Modesto, Calif.; Vidalia, Ga.; Burley, Idaho; Mt. Sterling, Ill.; Cambridge City, Ind.; Williamsport, Md.; Liverpool, N.Y.; and Ardmore, Okla. For information, visit www.dotfoods.com.</p> http://www.dotfoods.com/news-events/dot-foods-holds-national-business-meetings-recognizes-promotions-(stlouis,-mo)/http://www.dotfoods.com/news-events/dot-foods-holds-national-business-meetings-recognizes-promotions-(stlouis,-mo)/ST.LOUIS, Mo. – Dot Foods, the nation’s largest food redistributor, recently announced several promotions at the company’s 2012 National Business Meeting. Over 1,200 employees and their spouses traveled from Dot’s eight distribution centers to the Hyatt Regency at the Arch in St. Louis. The annual conference provides company leadership the opportunity to share success stories and an update on business and the forecast for 2012. During the nearly weeklong event, employees were recognized for their hard work and successes.Fri, 10 Feb 2012 19:46:00 -0600 <p>ST.LOUIS, Mo. - Dot Foods, the nation's largest food redistributor, recently announced several promotions at the company's 2012 National Business Meeting. Over 1,200 employees and their spouses traveled from Dot's eight distribution centers to the Hyatt Regency at the Arch in St. Louis. The annual conference provides company leadership the opportunity to share success stories and an update on business and the forecast for 2012. During the nearly weeklong event, employees were recognized for their hard work and successes.</p> <p>"Our meeting is held annually in order to share our final results, present next year's plan and recognize the entire team for what they have accomplished," said John Tracy, chief executive &nbsp;officer, Dot Foods. "The success of our company depends on the leadership within our organization. While some other companies are cutting events like this, we see this as an investment in our culture and the future of our company."</p> <p>On Sat., Jan. 28, Tracy announced recent promotions company-wide:</p> <ul> <li>Rocky Vecera was promoted to warehouse manager in Cambridge City, Ind.</li> <li>Mike Ford was promoted to warehouse manager in Ardmore, Okla. (photo available at <a href="http://budurl.com/MFord">http://budurl.com/MFord</a>)</li> <li>Nick Bowman was promoted to corporate slotting manager in Modesto, Calif. (photo available at <a href="http://budurl.com/NBowman">http://budurl.com/NBowman</a>)</li> <li>Lee Leffers was promoted to director of retail business development in Mt. Sterling, Ill. (photo available at <a href="http://budurl.com/Leffers">http://budurl.com/Leffers</a>)</li> <li>Kelly O'Donnell was promoted to vice president of business development in Mt. Sterling, Ill. (photo available at <a href="http://budurl.com/ODonnell">http://budurl.com/ODonnell</a>)</li> <li>Mandi Clark was promoted to convenience channel sales manager in St. Louis, Mo. (photo available at <a href="http://budurl.com/MClark">http://budurl.com/MClark</a>)</li> <li>Colin Houchins was promoted to senior business development manager in St. Louis, Mo. (photo available at <a href="http://budurl.com/Houchins)">http://budurl.com/Houchins)</a></li> </ul> <p>Following these announcements, New York Timesbest-selling author Jeff Zaslow spoke to the audience. Zaslow's writing includes The Last Lecture, GABBY: A Story of Courage and Hope, and The Highest Duty. In addition, employees and spouses attending the conference also were treated to dinner and a private show at The Fox Theater by Second City, a famous sketch comedy group, with alumni including Tina Fey, John Belushi and Mike Meyers.</p> <p>Several photos from the event can be found at:</p> <ul> <li><a href="http://budurl.com/DOTNBM">http://budurl.com/DOTNBM</a>&nbsp;(Jeff Zaslow inspires employees of Dot Foods)</li> <li><a href="http://budurl.com/DOTNBM2">http://budurl.com/DOTNBM2</a>&nbsp;(Dot Foods Vice President of Foodservice, Dick Tracy presents at the National Business Meeting)</li> <li><a href="http://budurl.com/DOTNBM3">http://budurl.com/DOTNBM3</a>&nbsp;(Employees celebrated at the Fox Theater in St. Louis, Mo.)</li> </ul> <p>Dot Foods Inc. carries 100,000 products from 700 food industry manufacturers and is the largest food redistributor in the United States. Dot Foods distributes foodservice, convenience, retail and vending food products, equipment and supplies to distributors in all 50 states. Dot Foods operates eight distribution centers in: Modesto, Calif.; Vidalia, Ga.; Burley, Idaho; Mt. Sterling, Ill.; Cambridge City, Ind.; Williamsport, Md.; Liverpool, N.Y.; and Ardmore, Okla. For information, visit www.dotfoods.com.</p> http://www.dotfoods.com/news-events/dot-foods-named-corporation-of-the-year-by-wayne-county-area-chamber-of-commerce/http://www.dotfoods.com/news-events/dot-foods-named-corporation-of-the-year-by-wayne-county-area-chamber-of-commerce/CAMBRIDGE CITY, Ind. – Dot Foods, the nation’s largest food redistributor, recently was named Corporation of the Year by the Wayne County Area Chamber of Commerce. The award recognizes Dot’s Cambridge City distribution center.Fri, 10 Feb 2012 16:38:00 -0600 <p>CAMBRIDGE CITY, Ind. - Dot Foods, the nation's largest food redistributor, recently was named Corporation of the Year by the Wayne County Area Chamber of Commerce. The award &nbsp;recognizes Dot's Cambridge City distribution center. Tim Loyd, general manager of the Cambridge City DC, accepted the award at a banquet on Jan. 20 (photo available at <a href="http://budurl.com/TimLoyd">http://budurl.com/TimLoyd</a>)</p> <p>"Dot is incredibly thankful to receive such a high honor from the Chamber today," noted Loyd. "We believe that the hard work and dedication that our employees show, not only for our customers and suppliers, but for the Wayne County and surrounding communities through volunteer efforts and donations, is in large part why we are accepting this award."</p> <p>Dot also announced today that the total amount of donations given by the company to the local United Way non-profit organization was $21,879. Employees of the Cambridge City distribution center collected and donated $14,586, which the company matched half with a donation of $7,293. The proceeds went directly to the community organization.</p> <p>Dot Foods Inc. carries 100,000 products from 700 food industry manufacturers and is the largest food redistributor in the United States. Dot Foods distributes foodservice, convenience, retail and vending food products to distributors in all 50 states. Dot Foods operates eight distribution centers in: Modesto, Calif.; Vidalia, Ga.; Burley, Idaho; Mt. Sterling, Ill.; Cambridge City, Ind.; Williamsport, Md.; Liverpool, N.Y.; and Ardmore, Okla. For information, visit www.dotfoods.com.</p> http://www.dotfoods.com/news-events/dot-foods-donates-$10,000-to-local-ymca-(liverpool,-ny)/http://www.dotfoods.com/news-events/dot-foods-donates-$10,000-to-local-ymca-(liverpool,-ny)/Liverpool, N.Y. –Dot Foods’ Liverpool distribution center recently presented the North Family Area YMCA with a $10,000 donation to support its Y Kids Inc. program.Fri, 10 Feb 2012 12:23:00 -0600 <p>Liverpool, N.Y. -Dot Foods' Liverpool distribution center recently presented the North Family Area YMCA with a $10,000 donation to support its Y Kids Inc. program. A photo of the presentation is available at <a href="http://budurl.com/DOTYMCA">http://budurl.com/DOTYMCA</a>&nbsp;(from left to right: (front) Brian Hall, Dot Foods' general manager; Cheryl Walker, associate executive director of the North Area Family YMCA; (back) Dot Foods employees Molly Barber, HR manager; Steve Leo, assistant dispatcher; Tony Liotta, lost and found attendant; Judi Dixon, protein sales specialist; Chris Foster, operations supervisor.</p> <p>The Y Kids Inc. program supports children with disabilities with services such as swim lessons, fitness classes, youth sports and weeklong summer camps. "We are so extremely grateful for Dot's generous donation today," noted Cheryl Walker, associate executive director, North Family YMCA. "With the money donated from Dot in previous years, we were able to support an additional 20 children with over 1,200 hours of service. This is an incredible gift that we can use directly to help families in the community."</p> <p>In addition, Dot recently held its Third Annual Clothing Drive, benefiting the Butternut Community Center. Dot employees collected and donated dozens of gently used and new clothing, coats, hats and gloves for the Center to provide to those in need. Dot Foods' Charitable Committee also donated $1,000 and a foosball table to support the Center's after school program for area youth. A photo of the donation is available at <a href="http://budurl.com/DotDonation">http://budurl.com/DotDonation</a> (from left to right: Steve Leo, assistant dispatcher, and Gary Rusaw, driver).</p> <p>Dot Foods Inc. carries 100,000 products from 700 food industry manufacturers and is the largest food redistributor in the United States. Dot Foods distributes foodservice, convenience, retail and vending food products distributors in all 50 states. Dot Foods operates eight distribution centers in: Modesto, Calif.; Vidalia, Ga.; Burley, Idaho; Mt. Sterling, Ill.; Cambridge City, Ind.; Williamsport, Md.; Liverpool, N.Y.; and Ardmore, Okla. For information, visit www.dotfoods.com.</p> http://www.dotfoods.com/news-events/dot-employees-complete-the-wayne-county-challenge-(cambridge-city,-in)/http://www.dotfoods.com/news-events/dot-employees-complete-the-wayne-county-challenge-(cambridge-city,-in)/CAMBRIDGE CITY, Ind. – Three employees of the Dot Foods’ Cambridge City distribution center were recognized for their participation in the 2011 Wayne County Challenge at an annual banquet on Sat., January 28. Jennifer Moistner, Dot receptionist, John Campbell, warehouse specialist, and Shelia Campbell, inventory clerk, participated in a total of eight races to complete the Challenge. A photo of the three can be found at http://budurl.com/WayneChallenge.Tue, 07 Feb 2012 13:40:00 -0600 <p>CAMBRIDGE CITY, Ind. - Three employees of the Dot Foods' Cambridge City distribution center were recognized for their participation in the 2011 Wayne County Challenge at an annual banquet on Sat., January 28. Jennifer Moistner, Dot receptionist, John Campbell, warehouse specialist, and Shelia Campbell, inventory clerk, participated in a total of eight races to &nbsp;complete the Challenge.</p> <p>Dot Foods encourages employees to get involved in their communities and participate in events like the Wayne County Challenge. "I had an incredible journey completing all of the races and I couldn't be happier that I decided to participate," noted Jennifer Moistner. "Every race was a challenge and I'm thankful that I have an employer like Dot Foods that was there to support me and my co-workers."</p> <p>The Wayne County Challenge is a series of eight distance races, including 5K and 7K races, held throughout Wayne County, Indiana from May through December. Proceeds generated by the races benefit charitable organizations in the community. The challenge, in its ninth year, drew a record-breaking 2,815 entries.</p> <p>Dot Foods Inc. carries 100,000 products from 700 food industry manufacturers and is the largest food redistributor in the United States. Dot Foods distributes foodservice, convenience, retail and vending food products to distributors in all 50 states. Dot Foods operates eight distribution centers in: Modesto, Calif.; Vidalia, Ga.; Burley, Idaho; Mt. Sterling, Ill.; Cambridge City, Ind.; Williamsport, Md.; Liverpool, N.Y.; and Ardmore, Okla. For information, visit www.dotfoods.com.</p> http://www.dotfoods.com/news-events/dot-foods-now-sells-true-lemon%C2%AE-and-true-lime%E2%84%A2,-100-percent-natural-crystallized-lemon-lime-for-foodservice/http://www.dotfoods.com/news-events/dot-foods-now-sells-true-lemon%C2%AE-and-true-lime%E2%84%A2,-100-percent-natural-crystallized-lemon-lime-for-foodservice/MT. STERLING, Ill. – Dot Foods, the nation’s largest food redistributor, is proud to announce the addition of True Citrus foodservice products to its offering. True Citrus manufactures True Lemon® and True Lime™ which are made from a unique, patented process that cold-presses and crystallizes lemon/lime juice and oils to provide consistent, 100 percent natural fresh-squeezed taste without the waste or labor of using fresh lemons or limes.Tue, 24 Jan 2012 13:38:00 -0600 <p>MT. STERLING, Ill. - <a href="/">Dot Foods</a>, the nation's largest food redistributor, is proud to announce the addition of True Citrus foodservice products to its offering. &nbsp;True Citrus manufactures True Lemon® and True Lime™ which are made from a unique, patented process that cold-presses and crystallizes lemon/lime juice and oils to provide consistent, 100 percent natural fresh-squeezed taste without the waste or labor of using fresh lemons or limes.</p> <p>Shelf-stable and with a small storage footprint, True Lemon® and True Lime® offer foodservice operators a high-quality, 100 percent natural alternative to fresh wedges, juice packets and bottled lemon or lime juice. Dot Foods carries True Lemon® and True Lime™ in sachet packets, which are perfect for beverage stations, iced tea stations and patient trays. Dot Foods also carries True Lemon® and True Lime® in Juice Mixes for back-of-the-house &nbsp;cooking, baking and seasoning applications.</p> <p>"We are excited about this new partnership with Dot Foods," said Al Soricelli, CEO of True Citrus. "More and more foodservice operations are now using True Lemon® and True Lime™ in place of bottled or fresh-squeezed juice. This partnership allows us to provide our products to many more distributors, and improves efficiencies right across the board."</p> <p>Because of this new partnership, Dot Foods customers may purchase True Citrus products with no minimum. In addition, Dot's weekly deliveries (averaging a two-to-four-day lead-time) enable the customers to respond faster to retailers and operators' needs, while at the same time increasing inventory turns. True Citrus products were available to Dot customers beginning this past November.</p> <p>"We are pleased to add True Lemon® and True Lime® as some of our newest products for distributors," said Stephanie Weiler, Senior Business Development Manager. "We are certain that our customers will appreciate this partnership and will benefit from the high quality and convenience of 100 percent natural True Lemon® and True Lime™ provide to their foodservice operations."</p> <p>In early 2011, Dot expanded its Mt. Sterling, IL warehouse to add capacity for new manufacturers, as well as additional items for existing manufacturers. Dot added 136,000 square feet and reconfigured its current dry warehouse.</p> <p>About True Citrus</p> <p>Baltimore-based True Citrus Co. manufactures and distributes 100% natural, cold-pressed and crystallized citrus products for retail and foodservice including its flagship products, True Lemon® and True Lime®. Each True Lemon® or True Lime™ serving has zero calories, zero carbohydrates, zero fat and no artificial sweeteners, preservatives, gluten or sodium. &nbsp;In addition to True Lemon®, True Citrus offers True Lime™, True Orange™, True Lemon® Lemonade, True Lemon® Raspberry Lemonade, True Grapefruit™ and True Lemon® &nbsp;Lemon Iced Tea. True Citrus retail products will be available in about 20,000 grocery stores across the country by March 2012. For more information, visit <a href="http://www.truecitrus.com.">www.truecitrus.com.</a></p> <p>About Dot Foods Inc.</p> <p>Dot Foods Inc. carries 100,000 products from 700 food industry manufacturers and is the largest food redistributor in the United States. Dot Foods distributes &nbsp;foodservice, convenience, retail and vending food products, equipment and supplies to distributors in all 50 states. Dot Foods operates eight distribution centers in: Modesto, Calif.; Vidalia, Ga.; Burley, Idaho; Mt. Sterling, Ill.; Cambridge City, Ind.; Williamsport, Md.; Liverpool, N.Y.; and Ardmore, Okla. For more information, visit www.dotfoods.com.</p> http://www.dotfoods.com/news-events/dot-foods-and-dot-transportation-to-hold-job-fair-at-ardmore-distribution-center/http://www.dotfoods.com/news-events/dot-foods-and-dot-transportation-to-hold-job-fair-at-ardmore-distribution-center/ARDMORE, Okla. — Dot Foods will conduct a job fair Saturday, February 11, with hopes to fill 50 full- and part-time positions. The job fair will be held at the Ardmore distribution center located at 3411 Cypert Way in Ardmore, Okla. from 10:00 a.m. until 2:00 p.m. Positions available include warehouse order selectors, customer delivery drivers, team drivers, trailer spotters and garage technicians.Mon, 23 Jan 2012 19:38:00 -0600 <p>ARDMORE, Okla. - Dot Foods will conduct a job fair Saturday, February 11, with hopes to fill 50 full- and part-time positions. The job fair will be held at the Ardmore distribution center located at 3411 Cypert Way in Ardmore, Okla. from 10:00 a.m. until 2:00 p.m. Positions available include warehouse order selectors, customer delivery drivers, team drivers, trailer spotters and garage technicians.</p> <p>Penni Wilson, Human Resources Manager of the Dot Foods' facility in Ardmore said, "We have been in business now for over 50 years and our business is still growing. Because of this growth, we have openings for several full- and part-time warehouse positions and truck drivers at our distribution center."</p> <p>All full-time positions at Dot Foods and Dot Transportation include excellent employee benefits including health, vision, life, disability and dental insurance, 401k, profit sharing, and paid vacation.</p> <p>Dot Foods Inc. carries 100,000 products from 700 food industry manufacturers and is the largest food redistributor in the United States. Dot Foods and Dot Transportation sell and deliver foodservice, convenience, retail and vending to leading distributors in all 50 states. Dot Foods operates eight distribution centers in: Modesto, Calif.; Vidalia, Ga.; Burley, Idaho; Mt. &nbsp;Sterling, Ill.; Cambridge City, Ind.; Williamsport, Md.; Liverpool, N.Y.; and Ardmore, Okla. For information, visit www.dotfoods.com.</p> http://www.dotfoods.com/news-events/ruffcorn-named-president-of-eastern-indiana-human-resource-association/http://www.dotfoods.com/news-events/ruffcorn-named-president-of-eastern-indiana-human-resource-association/CAMBRIDGE CITY, Ind. – Gina Ruffcorn, human resource manager of Dot Foods’ Cambridge City distribution center, recently was selected to be president of the Eastern Indiana Human Resource Association. The EIHRA is a network of human resource professionals committed to advancing the HR profession and recognizing it as an essential partner in developing and executing organizational strategy.Mon, 23 Jan 2012 14:35:00 -0600 <p>CAMBRIDGE CITY, Ind. - Gina Ruffcorn, human resource manager of Dot Foods' Cambridge City distribution center, recently was selected to be president of the Eastern Indiana Human Resource Association. The EIHRA is a network of human resource professionals committed to advancing the HR profession and recognizing it as an essential partner in developing and executing organizational strategy.</p> <p>In her new capacity, Ruffcorn will conduct the business of the chapter, including presiding over all activities of the association's officers and directors, monitoring the use of chapter funds, chairing all chapter meetings and actively participating in State Council matters. She will serve a one-year term as president.</p> <p>Ruffcorn also serves as a member of the boards of directors for Communities in Schools and the Easter Seals. In addition, she is co-chair of the Wayne County Area Chamber of Commerce Business Education Committee.</p> <p>Dot Foods Inc. carries 100,000 products from 700 food industry manufacturers and is the largest food redistributor in the United States. Dot Foods distributes foodservice, convenience, retail and vending food products to distributors in all 50 states. Dot Foods operates eight distribution centers in: Modesto, Calif.; Vidalia, Ga.; Burley, Idaho; Mt. Sterling, Ill.; Cambridge City, Ind.; Williamsport, Md.; Liverpool, N.Y.; and Ardmore, Okla. For information, visit www.dotfoods.com.</p> http://www.dotfoods.com/news-events/dot-employees-collect-donations-for-two-local-charities-(ardmore,-ok)/http://www.dotfoods.com/news-events/dot-employees-collect-donations-for-two-local-charities-(ardmore,-ok)/ARDMORE, Okla. – Employees from Dot Foods’ Ardmore distribution center donated gifts and food items for the 2011 Marine Toys for Tots campaign in southern Oklahoma and for foster children in the area through the Department of Health and Human Services.Fri, 06 Jan 2012 14:45:00 -0600 <p>ARDMORE, Okla. - Employees from Dot Foods' Ardmore distribution center donated gifts and food items for the 2011 Marine Toys for Tots campaign in southern Oklahoma and for foster children in the area through the Department of Health and Human Services.</p> <p>Dot Foods donated approximately 175 toys to the Toys for Tots Drive leading up to Christmas. This is the fourth year that Dot employees have participated in collecting toys for the drive. The remaining money that had been collected was used to purchase gift cards and other items for the foster children, including a laptop that was provided to a 17 year old boy. These gifts were provided to over 60 families.</p> <p>"Our employees are always so generous in giving to local organizations, especially around the holidays," notedPenni Wilson, Dot HR manager. "We're really proud of our employees and grateful for the support they show to the community and those in need."</p> <p>Dot Foods Inc. carries 100,000 products from 700 food industry manufacturers and is the largest food redistributor in the United States. Dot Foods distributes foodservice, convenience, retail and vending food products, equipment and supplies to distributors in all 50 states. Dot Foods operates eight distribution centers in: Modesto, Calif.; Vidalia, Ga.; Burley, Idaho; Mt. Sterling, Ill.; Cambridge City, Ind.; Williamsport, Md.; Liverpool, N.Y.; and Ardmore, Okla. For<br /> information, visit www.dotfoods.com.</p> http://www.dotfoods.com/news-events/dot-foods-now-offers-general-mills-dry-product-line-to-convenience-store-distributors/http://www.dotfoods.com/news-events/dot-foods-now-offers-general-mills-dry-product-line-to-convenience-store-distributors/MT. STERLING, Ill. – Dot Foods, the nation’s largest food redistributor, is proud to announce a partnership with General Mills Convenience Store Division for the distribution of dry products to its convenience store distributors. General Mills is one of the world’s largest food companies and is home to some of the most recognizable food brands such as Cheerios®, Betty Crocker®, and Pillsbury®. Wed, 04 Jan 2012 11:31:00 -0600<p>MT. STERLING, Ill. – <a href="/">Dot Foods</a>, the nation’s largest food redistributor, is proud to announce a partnership with General Mills Convenience Store Division for the distribution of dry products to its convenience store distributors.</p> <p>General Mills is one of the world’slargest food companies and is home to some of the most recognizable food brands such as Cheerios®, Betty Crocker®, and Pillsbury®.</p> <p>Dot’s first ship date of General Mills dry products will be January 16, 2012. With this new partnership, convenience store distributors will be able to purchase General Mills products such as Gardetto’s®, Chex Mix®, Bugles®, and Nature’s Valley® from Dot Foods.</p> <p>In addition to servicing customers with an order minimum of one case, Dot’s weekly deliveries and short lead-times enable distributors to respond faster to retailers’ needs, while increasing inventory turns.</p> <p>“We’re excited to offer General Mills products to our customers,” said Jeff Adams, senior business development manager of Dot Foods. “We think our convenience store distributors will appreciate having access to these products and we look forward to the partnership with General Mills.”</p> <p>Recently, Dot expanded its Mt. Sterling, Ill., warehouse to add capacity for new manufacturers, as well as additional items for existing manufacturers. Dot added 136,000 square feet and reconfigured its current dry warehouse.</p> <p>Dot Foods Inc. carries 100,000 products from 700 food industry manufacturers and is the largest food redistributor in the United States. Dot Foods distributes foodservice, convenience, retail and vending food products to distributors in all 50 states. Dot Foods operates eight distribution centers in: Modesto, Calif.; Vidalia, Ga.; Burley, Idaho; Mt. Sterling, Ill.; Cambridge City, Ind.; Williamsport, Md.; Liverpool, N.Y.; and Ardmore, Okla. For information, visit <a>www.dotfoods.com</a>.</p>http://www.dotfoods.com/news-events/dot-employees-collect-donations-for-two-local-charities/http://www.dotfoods.com/news-events/dot-employees-collect-donations-for-two-local-charities/ST.LOUIS, Mo. – Employees from Dot Foods donated gifts and made cash donations to help benefit the St. Charles-based nonprofit child and family services agency, Youth In Need. In addition, for every item donated by employees, the company also donated two non-perishable food items to the St. Louis Food Bank. Fri, 30 Dec 2011 17:39:00 -0600<p>ST.LOUIS, Mo. – Employees from Dot Foods donated gifts and made cash donations to help benefit the St. Charles-based nonprofit child and family services agency, Youth In Need. In addition, for every item donated by employees, the company also donated two non-perishable food items to the St. Louis Food Bank.</p> <p>“Dot has worked with both Youth In Need and the St. Louis Food Bank in previous years and our employees are always so generous in giving to these organizations,” said Chris Connolly, Charitable Committee Co-Chairperson. “We’re really proud of our employees and are grateful that they support our charity committee year round.”</p> <p>In total, employees donated over 150 gifts, including iPods, winter coats, movies and a Wii, and a total of $500 in cash to Youth In Need. The gifts and cash will help local families enrolled in the Foster Care, Out-of-School Time and Transitional Living programs offered by Youth In Need. Dot’s charitable committee donated over 300 non-perishable food items to the<br />St. Louis Food Bank.</p> <p>“We are so grateful for the generous donation and gifts that Dot’s employees have given this holiday season,” noted Nancy Clark, community relations manager, Youth In Need. “These items have brightened the holidays for our youth and the programs that serve them.”</p> <p>Dot Foods Inc. carries 100,000 products from 700 food industry manufacturers and is the largest food redistributor in the United States. Dot Foods distributes foodservice, convenience, retail and vending food products, equipment and supplies to distributors in all 50 states. Dot Foods operates eight distribution centers in: Modesto, Calif.; Vidalia, Ga.; Burley, Idaho; Mt. Sterling, Ill.; Cambridge City, Ind.; Williamsport, Md.; Liverpool, N.Y.; and Ardmore, Okla. For information, visit <a href="/">www.dotfoods.com</a>.</p>http://www.dotfoods.com/news-events/dot-foods-helps-underprivileged-children-experience-christmas/http://www.dotfoods.com/news-events/dot-foods-helps-underprivileged-children-experience-christmas/Twenty-six kids receive $150 shopping spree MODESTO, Calif. – Twenty-six students went on a shopping spree this holiday season, thanks to Dot Foods’ Modesto distribution center. On Tuesday, Dec. 13 and Monday, Dec. 14, Dot employees took students from Robertson Road Elementary School and Central Valley High School shopping and to dinner at McDonald’s.Tue, 27 Dec 2011 13:36:00 -0600<p>MODESTO, Calif. – Twenty-six students went on a shopping spree this holiday season, thanks to Dot Foods’ Modesto distribution center. On Tuesday, Dec. 13 and Monday, Dec. 14, Dot employees took students from Robertson Road Elementary School and Central Valley High School shopping and to dinner at McDonald’s.</p> <p>Each child was allowed $150 to purchase warm clothes and a few toys that they would not otherwise be able to buy this holiday season. Additionally, three of the students purchased a few items for their younger siblings. A photo of Dot’s administrative clerk, Nati Tristan, who participated in the shopping event can be found at <a href="http://budurl.com/ModestoShopping">http://budurl.com/ModestoShopping</a>.</p> <p>“We feel very fortunate at Dot and we enjoy giving back to children in our community during the holidays,” said Becky Shokraii, HR Manager at Dot Foods. “Dot has partnered with various charitable organizations though out the year but we enjoy having the opportunity to work  specifically with the children in this capacity.” <br /><br />Dot Foods Inc. carries 100,000 products from 700 food industry manufacturers and is the largest food redistributor in the United States. Dot Foods distributes foodservice, convenience, retail and vending food products, equipment and supplies to distributors in all 50 states. Dot Foods operates eight distribution centers in: Modesto, Calif.; Vidalia, Ga.; Burley, Idaho; Mt. Sterling, Ill.; Cambridge City, Ind.; Williamsport, Md.; Liverpool, N.Y.; and Ardmore, Okla. For<br />information, visit <a href="/">www.dotfoods.com</a>.</p>http://www.dotfoods.com/news-events/dot-foods-to-hold-job-fair-at-knights-of-columbus-hall/http://www.dotfoods.com/news-events/dot-foods-to-hold-job-fair-at-knights-of-columbus-hall/MT. STERLING, Ill. – Dot Foods will host a job fair on Monday, Jan. 9 2012 with hopes to fill several full-time positions in the freezer warehouse at its headquarters in Mt. Sterling. The job fair will be held at the Knights of Columbus Hall located on Route 24 West from 4 pm till 6 pm.Thu, 22 Dec 2011 11:50:00 -0600<p>MT. STERLING, Ill. – Dot Foods will host a job fair on Monday, Jan. 92012 with hopes to fill several full-time positions in the freezer warehouse at its headquarters in Mt. Sterling. The job fair will be held at the Knights of Columbus Hall located on Route 24 West from 4 pm till 6 pm. The following positions are available:</p> <ul> <li>Four, ten hour night shifts, Tuesday – Friday, Starting salary at $13.50 per hour</li> <li>Three, twelve hour day shifts, Friday, Saturday, and Sunday, Starting salary at $13.90 per hour</li> <li>Three, twelve hour night shifts, Friday, Saturday, and Sunday, Starting salary at $14.90 per hour</li> </ul> <p>Christina Crandall, Warehouse Recruiting Manager of the Dot Foods’ facility in Mt. Sterling said, “These shifts are great for those who want to spend more time with their family. Essentially, employees who work these shifts get a three to four day weekend every week.”</p> <p>All full-time positions at Dot Foods and Dot Transportation include excellent employee benefits including health, vision, life, and dental insurance, 401k, profit sharing, and paid vacation. For more information about all of Dot’s current career opportunities, visit <a href="/careers">www.dotfoods.com/careers</a>.</p> <p>Dot Foods Inc. carries 100,000 products from 700 food industry manufacturers and is the largest food redistributor in the United States. Dot Foods distributes foodservice, convenience, retail and vending food products, in all 50 states. Dot Foods operates eight distribution centers in: Modesto, Calif.; Vidalia, Ga.; Burley, Idaho; Mt. Sterling, Ill.; Cambridge City, Ind.; Williamsport, Md.; Liverpool, N.Y.; and Ardmore, Okla. For information, visit <a>www.dotfoods.com</a>.</p>http://www.dotfoods.com/news-events/dot-foods-celebrates-the-holiday-season-(liverpool,-ny)/http://www.dotfoods.com/news-events/dot-foods-celebrates-the-holiday-season-(liverpool,-ny)/Liverpool, N.Y. – On Saturday, Dec. 10, Dot Foods’ Liverpool distribution center employees celebrated the holiday season with a night of dancing and entertainment at the Holiday Inn on Electronics Parkway. Approximately 300 employees and guests attended the party.Mon, 19 Dec 2011 17:36:00 -0600<p>Liverpool, N.Y. – On Saturday, Dec. 10, Dot Foods’ Liverpool distribution center employees celebrated the holiday season with a night of dancing and entertainment at the Holiday Inn on Electronics Parkway. Approximately 300 employees and guests attended the party.<br /><br />After dinner, Dot employees danced the night away with Ormond Enterprises as the disc jockey. In addition, a fun photo booth, caricaturist and illusionist were all on hand through out the night to entertain guests. Door prizes were also given out to more than 20 attendees, including gift cards, a Kindle, iPod, digital camcorder, Xbox 360 game console, and tickets to a Syracuse Crunch hockey game.<br /><br />Dot Foods Inc. carries 100,000 products from 700 food industry manufacturers and is the largest food redistributor in the United States. Dot Foods distributes foodservice, convenience, retail and vending food products, equipment and supplies to distributors in all 50 states. Dot Foods operates eight distribution centers in: Modesto, Calif.; Vidalia, Ga.; Burley, Idaho; Mt. Sterling, Ill.; Cambridge City, Ind.; Williamsport, Md.; Liverpool, N.Y.; and Ardmore, Okla. For<br />information, visit <a>www.dotfoods.com</a>.</p>http://www.dotfoods.com/news-events/dot-foods-celebrates-the-holiday-season-with-two-parties-(modesto,-ca)/http://www.dotfoods.com/news-events/dot-foods-celebrates-the-holiday-season-with-two-parties-(modesto,-ca)/MODESTO, Calif. – Dot Foods’ Modesto distribution center employees spent early December celebrating the season. Mon, 19 Dec 2011 14:21:00 -0600<p>MODESTO, Calif. – Dot Foods’ Modesto distribution center employees spent early December celebrating the season. Dot held a children’s holiday party on Saturday, Dec. 3 at McHenry Bowl. Not to be forgotten, Dot’s employees celebrated their annual holiday party a week later on Dec. 10, with a night of dancing and entertainment. Almost 500 employees and guests ttended the parties, making this the largest holiday celebration in the DC’s history.<br /><br />Dot employees and their families spent Dec. 3 bowling and an afternoon that included pictures with Santa. Children were given the opportunity to win raffle prizes, including gift cards, a Leap Frog Leap Pad, LalaLoopsy, Figit, Lego Ninjago and remote control monster truck. Dot also provided each child with a plush moose plastic tumbler with hot cocoa as a gift item.</p> <p><br />“We are all fortunate this holiday season and to have the ability to come together and watch other families bond, our co-workers build relationships together and the children enjoy hemselves is truly a privilege,” said Becky Shokraii, Dot’s HR manager.</p> <p>Guests attending the party on Dec. 10 danced the night away to the music of a live disc jockey, while enjoying a full candy bar, interactive games and platinum photo booth. In addition, guests were treated to a raffle and awarded prizes ranging from $50 gift cards to a 60” TV.</p> <p>Dot Foods Inc. carries 100,000 products from 700 food industry manufacturers and is the largest food redistributor in the United States. Dot Foods distributes foodservice, convenience, retail and vending food products, equipment and supplies to distributors in all 50 states. Dot Foods operates eight distribution centers in: Modesto, Calif.; Vidalia, Ga.; Burley, Idaho; Mt. Sterling, Ill.; Cambridge City, Ind.; Williamsport, Md.; Liverpool, N.Y.; and Ardmore, Okla. For<br />information, visit <a>www.dotfoods.com</a>.</p>http://www.dotfoods.com/news-events/dot-employees-volunteer-during-holiday-season-(mtsterling,-il)/http://www.dotfoods.com/news-events/dot-employees-volunteer-during-holiday-season-(mtsterling,-il)/MT. STERLING, Ill. – Employees of Dot Foods’ Mt. Sterling distribution center recently volunteered with the Two Rivers Regional Council to collect and assemble items for food baskets. Thirty-one Dot employees spent several hours from Dec. 8-10 assisting the Council and other volunteers and organizations create the baskets.Mon, 19 Dec 2011 10:22:00 -0600<p><span style="color: black;">“The employees from Dot Foods were absolutely invaluable to our Christmas basket program this year, donating so much of their time and efforts,” said Carolyn Chaney, case worker with TRRC-Mt.Sterling. “With the help from Dot and our other volunteers, we’ve had an incredibly successful program and have been fortunate to help so many.”<br /><br /></span><span style="color: black;">A total of 477 baskets were assembled, consisting of a large variety of dry goods, personal care items, fresh fruit and vegetables, bread, milk, juice, cheese, butter and a large variety of meat and poultry items, including fresh ground deer meat. The baskets were delivered and distributed to individuals and families in need this holiday season. A photo of a few Dot employees who assisted with the program can be found at <a href="http://budurl.com/MtSterlingDonation"><span style="font-family: 'Helvetica','sans-serif'; font-size: 10pt; mso-bidi-font-size: 11.0pt; mso-bidi-font-family: 'Times New Roman';">http://budurl.com/MtSterlingDonation</span></a><br />(from left to right: Lynne Moormann, Michele Potter and Jeri Hodge, employees in Dot’s IT department; and Jennifer Schmitz, Dot customer service specialist).<br /><br /></span><span style="color: black; line-height: 150%; font-family: 'Helvetica','sans-serif'; font-size: 10pt; mso-bidi-font-size: 11.0pt;">Dot Foods Inc. carries 100,000 products from 700 food industry manufacturers and is the largest food redistributor in the United States. Dot Foods distributes foodservice, convenience, retail and vending food products, equipment and supplies to distributors in all 50 states. Dot Foods operates eight distribution centers in: Modesto, Calif.; Vidalia, Ga.; Burley, Idaho; Mt. Sterling, Ill.; Cambridge City, Ind.; Williamsport, Md.; Liverpool, N.Y.; and Ardmore, Okla. For information, visit </span><a href="/"><span style="line-height: 150%; font-family: 'Helvetica','sans-serif'; font-size: 10pt; mso-bidi-font-size: 11.0pt;">www.dotfoods.com</span></a><span style="color: black; line-height: 150%; font-family: 'Helvetica','sans-serif'; font-size: 10pt; mso-bidi-font-size: 11.0pt;">.<o:p></o:p></span></p> <p><br /><br /></p>http://www.dotfoods.com/news-events/dot-foods-celebrates-the-holiday-season-(vidalia,-ga)/http://www.dotfoods.com/news-events/dot-foods-celebrates-the-holiday-season-(vidalia,-ga)/VIDALIA, Ga. – On Saturday, Dec. 10, Dot Foods’ Vidalia distribution center employees celebrated the holiday season with a night of entertainment at the Vidalia Community Center.Thu, 15 Dec 2011 21:48:00 -0600<p>VIDALIA, Ga. – On Saturday, Dec. 10, Dot Foods’ Vidalia distribution center employees celebrated the holiday season with a night of entertainment at the Vidalia Community<br />Center.</p> <p>Approximately 200 Dot employees and their guests enjoyed<br />dinner catered by Steeplechase Restaurant. After dinner, Entertainment<br />Productions assisted in hosting a “Let’s Make a Deal” game, giving audience<br />members the chance to win prizes including a TV, Wii game console, iPod or a<br />“zonk” prize such as baby bottle or an oversized beach ball. In keeping with<br />the true spirit of the game, employees were encouraged to wear costumes for the<br />game.</p> <p>Dot Foods Inc. carries 100,000 products from 700 food industry manufacturers and is the largest food redistributor in the United States. Dot Foods distributes foodservice, convenience, retail and vending food products, equipment and supplies to distributors in all 50 states. Dot Foods operates eight distribution centers in: Modesto, Calif.; Vidalia, Ga.; Burley, Idaho; Mt. Sterling, Ill.; Cambridge City, Ind.; Williamsport, Md.; Liverpool, N.Y.; and Ardmore, Okla. For<br />information, visit <a>www.dotfoods.com</a>.</p>http://www.dotfoods.com/news-events/dot-foods-celebrates-the-holiday-season-(mt-sterling,-il)/http://www.dotfoods.com/news-events/dot-foods-celebrates-the-holiday-season-(mt-sterling,-il)/MT. STERLING, Ill. – On Saturday, Dec. 3, Dot Foods’ Mt. Sterling distribution center employees celebrated the holiday season with a night of music and dancing at Oakley Lindsay Center in Quincy, Ill. Approximately 1,300 Dot employees and guests attended the party.Tue, 13 Dec 2011 11:27:00 -0600<p>MT. STERLING, Ill. – On Saturday, Dec. 3, Dot Foods’ Mt. Sterling distribution center employees celebrated the holiday season with a night of music and dancing at Oakley Lindsay Center in Quincy, Ill. Approximately 1,300 Dot employees and guests attended the party.</p> <p>During a sit-down dinner, Dot’s own “Dot Duo”, comprised of customer service team leader LeighAnn Boylen and regional manager of Dot Transportation Inc. Mike Post, kicked off the evening. After dinner entertainment included Dueling Pianos Spanky and Justin Flag and the band Captain Geech and the Shrimp Shack Shooters. Door prizes were also given out during the night, including a 37” flat screen television won by Lisa Brierton, wife of Dot employee, Mike, and a new iPad won by employee Lance Tynan.</p> <p>Dot Foods Inc. carries 100,000 products from 700 food industry manufacturers and is the largest food redistributor in the United States. Dot Foods distributes foodservice, convenience, retail and vending food products, equipment and supplies to distributors in all 50 states. Dot Foods operates eight distribution centers in: Modesto, Calif.; Vidalia, Ga.; Burley, Idaho; Mt. Sterling, Ill.; Cambridge City, Ind.; Williamsport, Md.; Liverpool, N.Y.; and Ardmore, Okla. For<br />information, visit <a>www.dotfoods.com</a>.</p>http://www.dotfoods.com/news-events/dot-foods-recognized-as-redistributor-of-the-year-by-golbon-group/http://www.dotfoods.com/news-events/dot-foods-recognized-as-redistributor-of-the-year-by-golbon-group/MT. STERLING, Ill. – Dot Foods, Inc., the largest redistributor in the nation, has been named Redistributor of the Year by Golbon Group for its growth and service to Golbon’s distributors. Dot provides service to almost all of Golbon’s members and has had a relationship with the group for more than 20 years. The announcement was made by Randy Taylor, president of Golbon Group, at the organization’s Semi-Annual National Meeting in Boise, Idaho.Mon, 12 Dec 2011 06:38:00 -0600<p>MT. STERLING, Ill. – Dot Foods, Inc., the largest redistributor in the nation, has been named Redistributor of the Year by Golbon Group for its growth and service to Golbon’s distributors. Dot provides service to almost all of Golbon’s members and has had a relationship with the group for more than 20 years. The announcement was made by Randy Taylor, president of Golbon Group, at the organization’s Semi-Annual National Meeting in Boise, Idaho.</p> <p>“The Dot Foods team stands above everyone else, providing our members with the best possible service, year over year,” noted Taylor. “Dot has assisted our members in increasing sales, but without a doubt, the continued support we receive from Dot Foods is what we most appreciate.”</p> <p>Dot Foods’ representatives work with distributor members of Golbon to provide training, update members on current market conditions, products available, and promotion opportunities, and assist in increasing member sales. Dot also serves as a link between the members and more than 600 approved suppliers.</p> <p>“Dot is pleased to be recognized by Golbon for our dedication and professionalism to its member companies,” said Mike Duggan, Vice President of Group Sales, Dot Foods. “Golbon Group has a large network of members and suppliers in the industry, and to have this title from them is a wonderful honor for us.”</p> <p>Dot Foods Inc. carries 100,000 products from 700 food industry manufacturers and is the largest food redistributor in the United States. Dot Foods delivers foodservice, convenience, retail and vending food products, equipment and supplies to distributors in all 50 states. Dot Foods operates eight distribution centers in: Modesto, Calif.; Vidalia, Ga.; Burley, Idaho; Mt. Sterling, Ill.; Cambridge City, Ind.; Williamsport, Md.; Liverpool, N.Y.; and Ardmore, Okla. For<br />information, visit <a href="/">www.dotfoods.com</a>.</p>http://www.dotfoods.com/news-events/dot-foods-takes-pacesetter-role-in-major-energy-efficiency-initiative/http://www.dotfoods.com/news-events/dot-foods-takes-pacesetter-role-in-major-energy-efficiency-initiative/Mt. Sterling, Ill. (Dec. 5, 2011) – Today, the Ameren Illinois ActOnEnergy® program announced Dot Foods has slashed its energy usage by an amount equal to the electricity used by 400 residential customers in a year. Tue, 06 Dec 2011 08:27:00 -0600<p><b>Mt. Sterling, Ill. (Dec. 5, 2011) – </b>Today, the Ameren Illinois ActOnEnergy® program announced Dot Foods has slashed its energy usage by an amount equal to the electricity used by 400 residential customers in a year.<br /><br />“Through their actions, Dot Foods is demonstrating what it means to be an energy efficiency leader,” said Cheryl A. Miller, ActOnEnergy business program manager.<br /><br />Founded in 1960 by Robert Tracy with the support of his wife Dorothy, Dot Foods has grown to become the nation’s largest food redistributor. Dot Foods offers more than 100,000 products in all 50 states.<br /><br />“We are pleased Dot Foods has teamed with ActOnEnergy to achieve their energy efficiency goals. To date, they have received about $284,000 in ActOnEnergy incentives,” Miller said.<br /><br />Miller explained that Dot Foods has completed more than 10 energy efficiency projects in partnership with ActOnEnergy. These include high-efficiency lighting and refrigeration projects.<br /><br />“We appreciate the opportunity to participate with Ameren Illinois, in reducing energy consumption. Their staff has been instrumental and easy to work with,” said John Long, Dot Foods senior vice president of warehousing.<br /><br />“Dot is committed to continued pursuit of opportunities that are good for our business, our employees, &amp; our communities,” Long said.<br /><br />“We have been striving to reduce out kilowatt-hours, as this is a positive for our business, as well as our carbon footprint,” said Nader Khalil, Dot Foods corporate engineer manager.</p> <p>"Partnering with Ameren Illinois ActOnEnergy has helped Dot Foods implement energy efficiency technologies, such as lighting upgrades, insulated freezer doors and refrigeration technology, which resulted in a one-year reduction of kilowatt-hours per cubic feet of 15.4 percent,” Khalil said.<br /><br />Miller said a total of $18 million in ActOnEnergy incentives is available for business energy efficiency projects completed between June 1, 2011 and May 31, 2012. Applications are now being accepted.<br /><br />Since ActOnEnergy was launched in 2008, the amount of annual business incentive dollars has grown from $3 million to $18 million. The energy efficiency program is funded through a small charge, Rider EDR, on customer electric bills and Rider GER on customer natural gas bills. This charge is mandated by state law.<br /><br />ActOnEnergy offers incentive programs and advice for businesses of all sizes and types. Complete business program information is available at <a href="http://www.actonenergy.com/">ActOnEnergy.com</a>, by calling 1-866-800-0747 or by sending an e-mail to <a href="mailto:ActOnEnergyBusiness@ameren.com">ActOnEnergyBusiness@ameren.com</a>.<br /><br />In addition to the business programs, ActOnEnergy offers incentives and rebates to residential customers. For more information on residential programs, visit <a href="http://www.actonenergy.com/">ActOnEnergy.com</a>, call 1-866-838-6918 or send an e-mail to: <a href="mailto:ActOnEnergyResidential@ameren.com">ActOnEnergyResidential@ameren.com</a>.<br /><br />Ameren Illinois delivers energy to 1.2 million electric and 813,000 natural gas customers in downstate Illinois, and our mission is to meet their energy needs in a safe, reliable, efficient and environmentally responsible manner. Our service area covers more than 1,200 communities and 43,700 square miles. For more information, visit <a href="http://www.amerenillinois.com/"><b>AmerenIllinois.com</b></a>.</p>http://www.dotfoods.com/news-events/dot-foods-employees-participate-in-28th-annual-lights-on-caravan-(1)/http://www.dotfoods.com/news-events/dot-foods-employees-participate-in-28th-annual-lights-on-caravan-(1)/LIVERPOOL, N.Y. – This past Saturday, Dot Foods employees joined in the Annual Lights on Caravan that traveled through portions of Onondaga County and Central New York to honor and remember the victims of drunk and drugged driving crashes. The Liverpool distribution center has participated in the event for five years.Mon, 05 Dec 2011 16:11:00 -0600<p>LIVERPOOL, N.Y. – This past Saturday, Dot Foods employees joined in the Annual Lights on Caravan  that traveled through portions of Onondaga County and Central New York to honor and remember the victims of drunk and drugged driving crashes. The <st1:place>Liverpool</st1:place> distribution center has participated in the event for five years.</p> <p>“The Light on Caravan provides us an opportunity to remind all drivers of the dangers of driving while impaired,” noted Angelo Vigliotti, Dot training coordinator. “Dot Foods feels that this is a strong message and we are committed to the safety of our employees and their families.”<br /><br />A photo of the participants can be found at <a href="http://budurl.com/LiverpoolDrive">http://budurl.com/LiverpoolDrive</a> (pictured is Marc Nowakowski, Dot Foods driver trainer, his wife LouAnn, son Aidan, and daughters Trinity and Katelynn).<br /><br />Dot Foods Inc. carries 100,000 products from 700 food industry manufacturers and is the largest food redistributor in the <st1:place><st1:country-region>United States</st1:country-region></st1:place>. Dot Foods distributes foodservice, convenience, retail and vending food products, equipment and supplies to distributors in all 50 states. Dot Foods operates eight distribution centers in: <st1:city>Modesto</st1:city>, <st1:state>Calif.</st1:state>; <st1:city>Vidalia</st1:city>, <st1:state>Ga.</st1:state>; Burley, <st1:state>Idaho</st1:state>; <st1:city>Mt. Sterling</st1:city>, <st1:state>Ill.</st1:state>; <st1:city>Cambridge City</st1:city>, <st1:state>Ind.</st1:state>; <st1:city>Williamsport</st1:city>, <st1:state>Md.</st1:state>; <st1:city>Liverpool</st1:city>, <st1:state>N.Y.</st1:state>; and <st1:place><st1:city><st1:city>Ardmore</st1:city>, <st1:state>Okla.</st1:state></st1:city></st1:place> For information, visit <a href="/">www.dotfoods.com</a>.</p>http://www.dotfoods.com/news-events/mt-sterling-hr-department-adpots-a-local-family-for-the-holidays/http://www.dotfoods.com/news-events/mt-sterling-hr-department-adpots-a-local-family-for-the-holidays/MT. STERLING, Ill. – Employees of the Dot Foods’ HR department recently donated presents to a local Mt. Sterling family to help them celebrate the upcoming holidays. More than a dozen presents were collected and given to the family, who has three children under the age of 11.Fri, 02 Dec 2011 11:34:00 -0600<p><st1:city>MT. STERLING</st1:city>, <st1:state>Ill.</st1:state> – Employees of the Dot Foods’ HR department recently donated presents to a local <st1:place><st1:placetype>Mt.</st1:placetype> <st1:placename>Sterling</st1:placename></st1:place> family to help them celebrate the upcoming holidays. More than a dozen presents were collected and given to the family, who has three children under the age of 11. Dot Foods coordinated with the local chapter of the National TTT Society through their annual Adopt-a-Family program. In addition, the Tracy Family Foundation made a donation to the local chapter earlier this year to assist with other families in the program.<br /><br />A photo of Dot employees with the donated presents is available at <a href="http://budurl.com/TTTDonation">http://budurl.com/TTTDonation</a> (from left to right: Christina Crandall of Rushville, Ill.; Tom Strieker of <st1:city>Quincy</st1:city>, <st1:state>Ill.</st1:state>; Ann Mitchell of <st1:place><st1:city>Pittsfield</st1:city>, <st1:state>Ill.</st1:state></st1:place>; Julie Zimmerman of Camp Point, Ill.; Theresa Piehler of Versailles, Ill.; Don Pierce of Palmyra, Mo.; Nicole Westcott of Rushville, Ill.; Linda Pontnack of Winchester, Ill.; Merle Hill of Versailles, Ill.; Anita Reed of Camp Point, Ill.; Michele Behymer of Mt. Sterling, Ill.; Jami Powell of Camp Point, Ill.).<br /><br />Dot Foods Inc. carries 100,000 products from 700 food industry manufacturers and is the largest food redistributor in the <st1:place><st1:country-region>United States</st1:country-region></st1:place>. Dot Foods distributes foodservice, convenience, retail and vending food products, equipment and supplies to distributors in all 50 states. Dot Foods operates eight distribution centers in: <st1:city>Modesto</st1:city>, <st1:state>Calif.</st1:state>; <st1:city>Vidalia</st1:city>, <st1:state>Ga.</st1:state>; Burley, <st1:state>Idaho</st1:state>; <st1:city>Mt. Sterling</st1:city>, <st1:state>Ill.</st1:state>; <st1:city>Cambridge City</st1:city>, <st1:state>Ind.</st1:state>; <st1:city>Williamsport</st1:city>, <st1:state>Md.</st1:state>; <st1:city>Liverpool</st1:city>, <st1:state>N.Y.</st1:state>; and <st1:place><st1:city><st1:city>Ardmore</st1:city>, <st1:state>Okla.</st1:state></st1:city></st1:place> For information, visit <a href="/">www.dotfoods.com</a>.</p>http://www.dotfoods.com/news-events/dot-foods-offers-summer-internships-at-distribution-centers-across-the-nation/http://www.dotfoods.com/news-events/dot-foods-offers-summer-internships-at-distribution-centers-across-the-nation/Food redistributor hopes to fill numerous positions during the summer of 2012Mon, 28 Nov 2011 10:17:00 -0600<p><st1:city>MT. STERLING</st1:city>, <st1:state>Ill.</st1:state> – Dot Foods, the nation’s largest food redistributor, is currently accepting applications for 16 paid summer internships for this coming year at several of its distribution centers around the <st1:country-region><st1:place>United States</st1:place></st1:country-region>. Students can apply for a specific internship by <a title="College Internship" href="/careers/college-internships/" target="_blank">clicking here</a>. The applications will remain open until December 16, 2011.<br /><br />The current internships available for the 2012 summer are:<br /><st1:placetype>Mt.</st1:placetype> Sterling headquarters: corporate safety, purchasing, information technology, business and supplier development, finance and accounting, warehouse operations, customer service and development, industrial engineering, occupational health, transportation safety.<br /><st1:place><st1:city>St. Louis</st1:city></st1:place> corporate office: sales<br /><st1:place><st1:city>Cambridge City</st1:city>, <st1:state>IN</st1:state></st1:place>: administration and operations<br /><st1:place><st1:city>Ardmore</st1:city>, <st1:state>OK</st1:state></st1:place>: administration and operations<br /><st1:place><st1:city>Modesto</st1:city>, <st1:state>CA</st1:state></st1:place>: administration and operations<br /><st1:place><st1:city>Williamsport</st1:city>, <st1:state>MD</st1:state></st1:place>: administration and operations<br />Burley, <st1:place><st1:state>Idaho</st1:state></st1:place>: administration and operations<br /><br />The internships will run during June, July and August of 2012, Monday through Friday and students will be expected to work 40 hours per week for up to 350 hours total. Wage varies for each position.<br /><br />“We are looking for students in the communities where we work to add to the Dot team,” noted Peggy Perry, corporate recruiter at Dot. “Dot Foods has a proven successful business model and we want to be able to provide the future generation of leaders an opportunity to work with us and provide their skills and knowledge to our company.”<br /><br />Dot Foods Inc. carries 100,000 products from 700 food industry manufacturers and is the largest food redistributor in the <st1:place><st1:country-region>United States</st1:country-region></st1:place>. Dot Foods and Dot Transportation sell and deliver foodservice, convenience, retail and vending food products, equipment and supplies to distributors in all 50 states. Dot Foods operates eight distribution centers in: <st1:city>Modesto</st1:city>, <st1:state>Calif.</st1:state>; <st1:city>Vidalia</st1:city>, <st1:state>Ga.</st1:state>; Burley, <st1:state>Idaho</st1:state>; <st1:city>Mt. Sterling</st1:city>, <st1:state>Ill.</st1:state>; <st1:city>Cambridge City</st1:city>, <st1:state>Ind.</st1:state>; <st1:city>Williamsport</st1:city>, <st1:state>Md.</st1:state>; <st1:city>Liverpool</st1:city>, <st1:state>N.Y.</st1:state>; and <st1:place><st1:city><st1:city>Ardmore</st1:city>, <st1:state>Okla.</st1:state></st1:city></st1:place> For information, visit <a href="/">www.dotfoods.com</a>.</p>http://www.dotfoods.com/news-events/dot-foods-launches-redesigned-corporate-website/http://www.dotfoods.com/news-events/dot-foods-launches-redesigned-corporate-website/MT. STERLING, Ill. – Dot Foods announced today the launch of a newly redesigned corporate website, www.dotfoods.com. In addition to a new design, the site offers improved navigation, social media integration and new interactive features. Mon, 21 Nov 2011 10:00:00 -0600<p><st1:city><st1:place>MT. STERLING</st1:place>, <st1:state>Ill.</st1:state></st1:city> – Dot Foods announced today the launch of a newly redesigned corporate website, <a href="/">www.dotfoods.com</a>.  In addition to a new design, the site offers improved navigation, social media integration and new interactive features.<br /><br />“We wanted to improve our overall web presence and create a better on-line experience for our customers,” said Jeanne Fernandez, brand manager. “We think our customers will find it’s much easier to navigate through the new site to find what they need.”<br /><br />In addition to improved overall navigation, users will also have easy access to Dot’s product specific microsites for <a href="http://www.copfaqs.com/index.htm">Protein</a> and <a href="http://www.dotcheeseshop.com/">Cheese</a>. Visitors will also have the ability to search a complete list of suppliers and sort by channel, then by temperature. The company also has plans to communicate more with its business partners and employees through social media, so visitors to the new website will notice a live streaming feed from the company’s official <a href="https://www.facebook.com/#!/pages/Dot-Foods-Mt-Sterling-IL/16335781686">Facebook</a> and <a href="http://www.twitter.com/dotfoods">Twitter</a> accounts.<br /><br />The site still hosts the Dot Expressway, which allows distributors to track purchase history by dollars, cases or specific dates; search Dot’s online product catalog of over 100,000 items by supplier, keyword, category or manufacturer; download product and pricing information; and even place orders online 24 hours a day, seven days a week.<br /><br />Dot Foods Inc. carries 100,000 products from 700 food industry manufacturers and is the largest food redistributor in the <st1:country-region><st1:place>United States</st1:place></st1:country-region>. Dot Foods and Dot Transportation sell and deliver foodservice, convenience, retail and vending food products, equipment and supplies to distributors in all 50 states. Dot Foods operates eight distribution centers in: <st1:city>Modesto</st1:city>, <st1:state>Calif.</st1:state>; <st1:city>Vidalia</st1:city>, <st1:state>Ga.</st1:state>; Burley, <st1:state>Idaho</st1:state>; <st1:city>Mt. Sterling</st1:city>, <st1:state>Ill.</st1:state>; <st1:city>Cambridge City</st1:city>, <st1:state>Ind.</st1:state>; <st1:city>Williamsport</st1:city>, <st1:state>Md.</st1:state>; <st1:city>Liverpool</st1:city>, <st1:state>N.Y.</st1:state>; and <st1:city><st1:place>Ardmore</st1:place>, <st1:state>Okla.</st1:state></st1:city> For information, visit <a href="/">www.dotfoods.com</a>.</p>http://www.dotfoods.com/news-events/dot-foods-makes-donation-to-american-cancer-society/http://www.dotfoods.com/news-events/dot-foods-makes-donation-to-american-cancer-society/ARDMORE, Okla. – Two Dot Foods employees, Amanda Smith of Dixon and Lori Miller of Ardmore, recently completed more than 20 individual hours with local non-profits through Dot’s annual volunteer program, Teaming with Local Charities (TLC). In their honor, the Ardmore distribution center will donate $400 each to a charity of their choice.Thu, 03 Nov 2011 09:19:00 -0500<p>ARDMORE, Okla. – Two Dot Foods employees, Amanda Smith of Dixon and Lori Miller of Ardmore, recently completed more than 20 individual hours with local non-profits through Dot’s annual volunteer program, Teaming with Local Charities (TLC). In their honor, the <st1:city><st1:place>Ardmore</st1:place></st1:city> distribution center will donate $400 each to a charity of their choice.<br /><br />The program, which launched in early 2011, connects Dot employees with volunteer opportunities and events with charities and non-profits in the area. When an employee reaches 20 volunteer hours, he or she can elect to take eight hours off with pay or ask Dot to donate a $400 grant to a charitable organization in his or her honor. Employees can work to a total of 60 hours throughout the year, with each 20 hour total permitting a paid day off or $400 grant. <br /><br />“The goal of the TLC program is to give our employees an incentive to go out in the community and see where work and volunteers are needed most,” said Brandi Jones, assistant human resources manager. “Both Amanda and Lori volunteered a number of hours and were gracious and self-less enough to decide to go even further and choose a donation. We hope that other employees from our DC will follow their example and complete the TLC program.”<br /><br />Smith, a warehouse specialist, clocked more than 25 hours volunteering at the Oklahoma Regional Food Bank, assisting with packing and sorting donated frozen and dry food, and the Ardmore Adult Day Services, playing games and helping coordinate a cookout for elderly and handicapped individuals. She chose to have $400 donated to the American Cancer Society in honor of her father, who passed away from cancer.<br /><br />“It is really awesome that Dot gives their employees the opportunity to volunteer for local charities, especially in allowing us to choose where to make a donation,” said Smith. Another reason she liked the program was that it gave her the chance to have her three children, Bayleigh, Jordyn and Kayden, volunteer with her. “The best thing that came from this program was giving me the opportunity to show my kids that giving back is important and allowing them to see the impact just a few hours of our time can have for others.”</p> <p>Miller, who also works in the warehouse, has so far spent 70 hours volunteering through the TLC program. She spent the majority of her time during a two week period passing out flyers and collecting non-perishable items for the <st1:city><st1:place>Tuscaloosa</st1:place></st1:city> tornado relief. During that time, Miller and others were able to collect enough items to fill a 53-foot trailer with 26 pallets of goods. In addition, she spent time painting rooms and helping repair a local children’s shelter. “I loved working with others and seeing so many people in our community come together and make a special effort to help others, especially when it was going to people whom some of us would never meet,” noted Miller. Miller has not chosen a charity for her $400 donation.</p>http://www.dotfoods.com/news-events/dot-foods-employees-clean-up-burley/http://www.dotfoods.com/news-events/dot-foods-employees-clean-up-burley/BURLEY, Idaho – On Monday, Oct. 3, several Dot Foods employees spent the evening cleaning up a stretch of Interstate 84 near the distribution center in Burley.Thu, 13 Oct 2011 10:00:00 -0500<p>BURLEY, <st1:place><st1:state>Idaho</st1:state></st1:place> – On Monday, Oct. 3, several Dot Foods employees spent the evening cleaning up a stretch of Interstate 84 near the distribution center in Burley.<br /><br />“Keeping the communities where we work and live clean is significant to each of us,” said Amber Pope, Dot’s assistant dispatcher. “We all enjoyed giving a few hours of our time to help collect trash and litter and hopefully make a small impact in the Burley neighborhood.”<br /><br />A photo of the volunteers can be found at <a href="http://budurl.com/BurleyCleanUp">http://budurl.com/BurleyCleanUp</a> (pictured from left to right, front row: Erin Tuma, Shelly Weyers, Amber Pope, Courtney Worthington; back row: Brian Housewright, Brian Addis, Denis Christensen, Cheryl Noble, Mark Gratzer).<br /><br />Dot Foods Inc. carries 100,000 products from 700 food industry manufacturers and is the largest food redistributor in the <st1:country-region><st1:place>United States</st1:place></st1:country-region>. Dot Foods and Dot Transportation sell and deliver foodservice, convenience, retail, vending, equipment and supplies to leading distributors in all 50 states. Dot Foods operates eight distribution centers in: <st1:city>Modesto</st1:city>, <st1:state>Calif.</st1:state>; <st1:city>Vidalia</st1:city>, <st1:state>Ga.</st1:state>; Burley, <st1:state>Idaho</st1:state>; <st1:city>Mt. Sterling</st1:city>, <st1:state>Ill.</st1:state>; <st1:city>Cambridge City</st1:city>, <st1:state>Ind.</st1:state>; <st1:city>Williamsport</st1:city>, <st1:state>Md.</st1:state>; <st1:city>Liverpool</st1:city>, <st1:state>N.Y.</st1:state>; and <st1:place><st1:city>Ardmore</st1:city>, <st1:state>Okla.</st1:state></st1:place> For information, visit <a href="/">www.dotfoods.com</a>.</p>http://www.dotfoods.com/news-events/volvo,-central-illinois-trucks-are-dot-transportation,-inc%E2%80%99s-vendor-of-the-year/http://www.dotfoods.com/news-events/volvo,-central-illinois-trucks-are-dot-transportation,-inc%E2%80%99s-vendor-of-the-year/MT. STERLING, Ill. – Dot Transportation, Inc. (DTI) relies on quality equipment, attentive service, and low costs to keep its fleet rolling. Because Volvo Trucks and its area dealership, Central Illinois Trucks, meet this mark, DTI awarded them its 2010 Vendor of the Year award. Wed, 12 Oct 2011 18:37:00 -0500<p class="Default">MT. STERLING, Ill. – Dot Transportation, Inc. (DTI) relies on quality equipment, attentive service, and low costs to keep its fleet rolling. Because Volvo Trucks and its area dealership, Central Illinois Trucks, meet this mark, DTI awarded them its 2010 Vendor of the Year award.</p> <p class="CM3">“We like that they provide us a quality truck that meets our operational needs and focuses on safety in the design of their truck,” says Kevin Buss, director of fleet maintenance. “Drivers like the ride, quietness, and comfort.”</p> <p class="CM3">DTI ranks its equipment vendors on truck and parts quality, service, maintenance cost, fuel economy, and driver acceptance. In their 2010 evaluation, Volvo and CIT received highest scores for their prompt and thorough repair service and fast claim processing.</p> <p class="CM3">“The DTI Vendor of the Year award is something that our equipment supply winners are very proud of and they clearly understand the standards that must be met in order to win,” says Kevin Buss, Dot Transportation, Inc. director of fleet maintenance.  It is something they can take back and display for all their team members at the dealership and manufacturing plant.”</p> <p class="CM3">DTI and Volvo have been partners since 2003. It’s a partnership worth building, as three quarters of DTI’s fleet now are Volvo tractors.</p> <p class="Default">Dot Foods Inc. carries 100,000 products from 700 food industry manufacturers and is the largest food redistributor in the United States. Dot Foods and Dot Transportation sell and deliver foodservice, convenience, retail, vending, equipment and supplies to leading distributors in all 50 states. Dot Foods operates eight distribution centers in: Modesto, Calif.; Vidalia, Ga.; Burley, Idaho; Mt. Sterling, Ill.; Cambridge City, Ind.; Williamsport, Md.; Liverpool, N.Y.; and Ardmore, Okla. For information, visit <span style="text-decoration: underline;">www.dotfoods.com</span>. </p>http://www.dotfoods.com/news-events/dot-foods-employees-walk-to-end-alzheimer%E2%80%99s/http://www.dotfoods.com/news-events/dot-foods-employees-walk-to-end-alzheimer%E2%80%99s/LIVERPOOL, N.Y. – On Saturday, Oct 1st , more than a dozen Dot Foods employees from the Liverpool distribution center and their families participated in the Alzheimer’s Association Walk to End Alzheimer’s in Syracuse. Dot also donated $1,500 to the cause. Mon, 10 Oct 2011 00:00:00 -0500<p class="Default">LIVERPOOL, N.Y. – On Saturday, Oct 1^st , more than a dozen Dot Foods employees from the Liverpool distribution center and their families participated in the Alzheimer’s Association Walk to End Alzheimer’s in Syracuse. Dot also donated $1,500 to the cause.</p> <p class="CM3">“Alzheimer’s is a disease that not only affects the individual, but their family and friends as well and Dot Foods is proud to support a cause that is working to finding a cure and provide assistance to those who are currently living with Alzheimer’s,” noted Molly Barber, Dot Foods human resources manager.</p> <p>Dot Foods Inc. carries 100,000 products from 700 food industry manufacturers and is the largest food redistributor in the United States. Dot Foods and Dot Transportation sell and deliver foodservice, convenience, retail, vending, equipment and supplies to leading distributors in all 50 states. Dot Foods operates eight distribution centers in: Modesto, Calif.; Vidalia, Ga.; Burley, Idaho; Mt. Sterling, Ill.; Cambridge City, Ind.; Williamsport, Md.; Liverpool, N.Y.; and Ardmore, Okla.</p>http://www.dotfoods.com/news-events/dot-foods-thanks-employees/http://www.dotfoods.com/news-events/dot-foods-thanks-employees/VIDALIA, Ga. – Dot Foods employees operating out of the Vidalia distribution center took a break from the road to kick off Dot’s annual Driver Appreciation Week with a company picnic. Driver Appreciation Week is celebrated at Dot distribution centers across the country. Mon, 10 Oct 2011 00:00:00 -0500<p class="Default">VIDALIA, Ga. – Dot Foods employees operating out of the Vidalia distribution center took a break from the road to kick off Dot’s annual Driver Appreciation Week with a company picnic. Driver Appreciation Week is celebrated at Dot distribution centers across the country. </p> <p class="CM4">“Our drivers spend endless hours on the road and travel millions of miles a year to provide incredible service for each of Dot’s customers,” said Tim Truxel, general manager of the Vidalia DC. “This week allows the rest of our employees and management to show our appreciation for the drivers’ commitment to our company.”</p> <p class="CM4">The company picnic was held at TNT Lanes on Saturday, September 10. Nearly 120 Dot Foods employees and their family members enjoyed an afternoon of food, bowling and prizes.</p> <p>Dot Foods Inc. carries 100,000 products from 700 food industry manufacturers and is the largest food redistributor in the United States. Dot Foods and Dot Transportation sell and deliver foodservice, convenience, retail, vending, equipment and supplies to leading distributors in all 50 states. Dot Foods operates eight distribution centers in: Modesto, Calif.; Vidalia, Ga.; Burley, Idaho; Mt. Sterling, Ill.; Cambridge City, Ind.; Williamsport, Md.; Liverpool, N.Y.; and Ardmore, Okla.</p>http://www.dotfoods.com/news-events/dot-foods-makes-donations-to-area-food-banks/http://www.dotfoods.com/news-events/dot-foods-makes-donations-to-area-food-banks/MT. STERLING, Ill. – Dot Foods’ Mt. Sterling distribution center has given an estimated 1.5 million pounds of food and goods, including dry, frozen and refrigerated, worth more than $2.6 million to local Illinois food banks. In addition, the DC has contributed more than $67,000 in grants to eight area food pantries, including the Food Pantry of Lutheran Church of St. John, Community for Christ Assistance Center, Barry Food Pantry, Bethesda Food Pantry, Cass County Food Pantry, Madonna House, Schuyler County Food Basket and Two Rivers Council Foundation in Mt. Sterling. Wed, 05 Oct 2011 00:00:00 -0500<p class="CM6">MT. STERLING, Ill. – Dot Foods’ Mt. Sterling distribution center has given an estimated 1.5 million pounds of food and goods, including dry, frozen and refrigerated, worth more than $2.6 million to local Illinois food banks. In addition, the DC has contributed more than $67,000 in grants to eight area food pantries, including the Food Pantry of Lutheran Church of St. John, Community for Christ Assistance Center, Barry Food Pantry, Bethesda Food Pantry, Cass County Food Pantry, Madonna House, Schuyler County Food Basket and Two Rivers Council Foundation in Mt. Sterling.</p> <p class="CM6">“We are so grateful for the partnership with Dot Foods and their effort to help us keep up with the pace of the growing need of area residents,” said Kaleigh Friend, Central Illinois Food Bank. “Dot is making a huge difference in the 21 counties served through the Central Illinois Food Bank with their contributions.”</p> <p class="CM6">“Our pantry is now seeing an increase in the size of the households we serve and through the grant we received from Dot Foods, we’ve been able to add a variety of foods and products that we wouldn’t have otherwise been able to purchase,” said Lillian B. Bowen, Barry Food Pantry. “With their generous donations, we’re able to provide more balanced and nutritious meals for our families.”</p> <p class="CM7">Dot recently initiated a company-wide annual volunteer program, Teaming with Local Charities (TLC). Through the TLC program, Dot Foods employees are given an incentive to volunteer with local charities in the community. When an employee reaches 20 volunteer hours, he or she can elect to take eight hours off with pay or ask Dot to donate a $400 grant to a charitable organization that he or she designates. The Mt. Sterling DC recently added food pantries as a fourth category for the TLC program, connecting employees with the organizations to which Dot has contributed. So far in 2011, 151 employees have signed up for the TLC program and have volunteered a total of 1,675 hours.</p> <p class="CM7"></p> <p style="padding-left: 150px;" class="CM7"><img src="/media/6936/foodbank01.jpg" width="250" height="210" alt="Foodbank 01"/></p> <p style="padding-left: 150px;" class="Default">John Sutor, Kathie Brasel, Karen Stauffer, Pam Seckman and Anthony McDowell helped sort donations this summer at the Project Hope Soup Kitchen.</p> <p style="padding-left: 150px;" class="Default"></p> <p style="padding-left: 150px;" class="Default"><img src="/media/6941/foodbank02.jpg" width="149" height="235" alt="Foodbank 02"/></p> <p style="padding-left: 150px;" class="Default">Pam Seckman, volunteered at the Mt. Sterling Food Pantry.</p> <p style="padding-left: 150px;" class="Default"></p> <p style="padding-left: 150px;" class="Default"><img src="/media/6946/foodbank04.jpg" width="238" height="218" alt="Foodbank 04"/></p> <p style="padding-left: 150px;" class="Default">Chris Wagner stocks shelves at the Mt. Sterling Food Pantry</p> <p class="CM6">“Here at Dot, we recognize that there is a great need within the food pantries in the communities where we all work and live,” noted Dot Foods’ senior IT programmer and analyst, Anthony McDowell. “We hope that through our donations and the countless hours our employees volunteer during the year, we can provide some relief to the food banks and pantries that help so many families in our area.”</p> <p>Dot Foods Inc. carries 100,000 products from 700 food industry manufacturers and is the largest food redistributor in the United States. Dot Foods and Dot Transportation sell and deliver foodservice, convenience, retail, vending, equipment and supplies to leading distributors in all 50 states. Dot Foods operates eight distribution centers in: Modesto, Calif.; Vidalia, Ga.; Burley, Idaho; Mt. Sterling, Ill.; Cambridge City, Ind.; Williamsport, Md.; Liverpool, N.Y.; and Ardmore, Okla.</p>http://www.dotfoods.com/news-events/dot-foods-employees-participate-in-community-walk-(1)/http://www.dotfoods.com/news-events/dot-foods-employees-participate-in-community-walk-(1)/CAMBRIDGE CITY, Ind. – Dot Foods’ Cambridge City distribution center employees and family members recently supported the Fayette Regional Firefighters 5K Walk/Run in Cambridge City. On September 10, 22 Dot employees and eight family members participated in the event, which is held as part of the Wayne County Challenge and raises funds for the Cambridge City Fire Department. Fri, 30 Sep 2011 00:00:00 -0500<p class="Default">CAMBRIDGE CITY, Ind. – Dot Foods’ Cambridge City distribution center employees and family members recently supported the Fayette Regional Firefighters 5K Walk/Run in Cambridge City. On September 10, 22 Dot employees and eight family members participated in the event, which is held as part of the Wayne County Challenge and raises funds for the Cambridge City Fire Department. </p> <p class="CM3">Dot Foods’ participants pose before the race. Front row, left to right: Julia Ruffcorn, Kayti Kieffer, Ella Nicholson, Julie Roddy, Kevin Newhouse, Jason Newhouse and Tonya Tebbe. Middle row, left to right: Kate Robinson, Jen Dulin, Joyce Baker, Jennifer Moistner, Todd Moistner, Becky Reynolds, Rinda Kieffer, Shelia Campbell, Kenny Newhouse and Mandy Newhouse. Back row, left to right: Casey Corbly, Gina Ruffcorn, Arlis Baker, Madeline Ferrell, Terry Ferrell, Julie Vecera, Rocky Vecera, Doug Brown, John Campbell, Sam Andrews, Tim Loyd and Sabrina Taylor.</p> <p class="CM3">Earlier this year, Dot Foods donated $1,500 to the Cambridge City Fire Department to go toward the purchase of new turnout gear.</p> <p class="CM3">Dot Foods Inc. carries 100,000 products from 700 food industry manufacturers and is the largest food redistributor in the United States. Dot Foods and Dot Transportation sell and deliver foodservice, convenience, retail, vending, equipment and supplies to leading distributors in all 50 states. Dot Foods operates eight distribution centers in: Modesto, Calif.; Vidalia, Ga.; Burley, Idaho; Mt. Sterling, Ill.; Cambridge City, Ind.; Williamsport, Md.; Liverpool, N.Y.; and Ardmore, Okla.</p>http://www.dotfoods.com/news-events/dot-foods-makes-donation-to-local-food-and-clothing-bank/http://www.dotfoods.com/news-events/dot-foods-makes-donation-to-local-food-and-clothing-bank/VIDALIA, Ga. – Two Dot Foods’ employees, Patrick Middleton of Vidalia and Mike Coleman of Hazlehurst, recently completed more than 20 individual hours with local non-profits through Dot’s annual volunteer program, Teaming with Local Charities (TLC). In their honor, the Vidalia distribution center donated $800 to God’s Storehouse, a food and clothing bank in Vidalia. Fri, 30 Sep 2011 00:00:00 -0500<p class="Default">VIDALIA, Ga. – Two Dot Foods’ employees, Patrick Middleton of Vidalia and Mike Coleman of Hazlehurst, recently completed more than 20 individual hours with local non-profits through Dot’s annual volunteer program, Teaming with Local Charities (TLC). In their honor, the Vidalia distribution center donated $800 to God’s Storehouse, a food and clothing bank in Vidalia. </p> <p class="CM4">The program, which launched in early 2011, connects Dot employees with volunteer opportunities and events with charities and non-profits in the area. When an employee reaches 20 volunteer hours, he or she can elect to take eight hours off with pay or ask Dot to donate a $400 grant to a charitable organization in his or her honor. Employees can work to a total of 60 hours throughout the year, with each 20 hour total permitting a paid day off or $400 grant.</p> <p class="CM4">“The goal of the TLC program is to give our employees an incentive to go out in the community and see where work and volunteers are needed most,” said Jennifer Evans, Dot’s Georgia HR Manager. “Both Patrick and Mike have described the impact and gratitude they have seen from their work and were gracious and self-less enough to decide to go even further and choose a donation rather than paid time off. We hope that other employees from our DC will follow their example and complete the TLC program.”</p> <p class="CM4">Middleton, a warehouse order selector<i>, </i>has clocked his required 20 hours for the program by volunteering at God’s Storehouse and the Salvation Army, separating and sorting through donated clothes, groceries and household items for both organizations. Within the first two weeks of the program’s launch, he had already completed his first 20 hours.</p> <p class="CM4">“I recognized that there were people with great need and by volunteering my time, I could help in some way,” noted Middleton.</p> <p class="CM4">Coleman, a transportation supervisor, spent a recent weekend at the end of August helping with the LPGA Futures Tour at Hawk’s Point Golf Club. During a three-day period, Coleman volunteered more than 30 hours by driving carts, carrying golfers’ bags and keeping score. “I’ve always been a golf enthusiast so this was an easy way for me to give my time and have fun while helping out,” said Coleman.</p> <p>Dot Foods Inc. carries 100,000 products from 700 food industry manufacturers and is the largest food redistributor in the United States. Dot Foods and Dot Transportation sell and deliver foodservice, convenience, retail, vending, equipment and supplies to leading distributors in all 50 states. Dot Foods operates eight distribution centers in: Modesto, Calif.; Vidalia, Ga.; Burley, Idaho; Mt. Sterling, Ill.; Cambridge City, Ind.; Williamsport, Md.; Liverpool, N.Y.; and Ardmore, Okla.</p>http://www.dotfoods.com/news-events/dot-foods-thanks-drivers-with-appreciation-week/http://www.dotfoods.com/news-events/dot-foods-thanks-drivers-with-appreciation-week/ARDMORE, Okla.. – Dot Foods truck drivers operating out of the Ardmore distribution center took a break from the road to kick off Dot’s annual Driver Appreciation Week, which is celebrated at Dot distribution centers across the country. Several events were planned for the week of Sept. 10 to recognize and thank Dot’s professional drivers for their hard work and dedication. Wed, 14 Sep 2011 14:00:00 -0500<p class="Default">ARDMORE, Okla.. – Dot Foods truck drivers operating out of the Ardmore distribution center took a break from the road to kick off Dot’s annual Driver Appreciation Week, which is celebrated at Dot distribution centers across the country. Several events were planned for the week of Sept. 10 to recognize and thank Dot’s professional drivers for their hard work and dedication.</p> <p class="Default">“Our drivers spend endless hours on the road and travel millions of miles a year to provide incredible service for each of Dot’s customers,” said Bill King, general manager of the Ardmore DC. “This week allows the rest of our employees and management to show our appreciation for the drivers’ commitment to our company.”</p> <p class="CM5">Drivers were treated to several events throughout the week, including an evening of dinner and dancing on Saturday night at The Cliff at Cedarvale. The DC also held cookouts throughout the week, including a Blue Pig BBQ, a pancake breakfast and snow cones. In addition, Dot hosted a pool tournament Friday night and treated drivers to a morning of golf at the Lakeview Golf Course to conclude the week’s festivities.</p> <p class="CM5"></p> <p class="CM5" style="padding-left: 90px;"><img src="/media/6643/ardmore2.jpg" width="230" height="193" alt="Ardmore2"/></p> <p class="CM5"></p> <p class="CM5">Dot Foods Inc. carries 100,000 products from 700 food industry manufacturers and is the largest food redistributor in the United States. Dot Foods and Dot Transportation sell and deliver foodservice, convenience, retail, vending, equipment and supplies to leading distributors in all 50 states. Dot Foods operates eight distribution centers in: Modesto, Calif.; Vidalia, Ga.; Burley, Idaho; Mt. Sterling, Ill.; Cambridge City, Ind.; Williamsport, Md.; Liverpool, N.Y.; and Ardmore, Okla. For information, visit <span style="text-decoration: underline;">www.dotfoods.com</span>.</p> <p class="Default">Craig Dormire, transportation manager, Chris Swarts, driver, and Dee-Dee Stewart, shop clerk, were recognized for their hard work during Dot’s Driver Appreciation Week </p>http://www.dotfoods.com/news-events/dot-foods-employees-participate-in-truckin%E2%80%99-for-hospice-ride/http://www.dotfoods.com/news-events/dot-foods-employees-participate-in-truckin%E2%80%99-for-hospice-ride/MODESTO, Calif. – Dot Foods’ Modesto distribution center employees and their family members recently joined together with others in the trucking industry for the 10th annual Truckin’ for Hospice Ride. On July 23, 20 employees and their families supported the motorcycle/car rally with a ride through the sierra foothills.Wed, 14 Sep 2011 00:00:00 -0500<p class="Default">MODESTO, Calif. – Dot Foods’ Modesto distribution center employees and their family members recently joined together with others in the trucking industry for the 10^th annual Truckin’ for Hospice Ride. On July 23, 20 employees and their families supported the motorcycle/car rally with a ride through the sierra foothills.</p> <p class="CM3">The event was presented on behalf of the California Trucking Association-San Joaquin Unit and provides the trucking industry the opportunity to join together and raise money for Hospice of San Joaquin and Community Hospice, Inc. Both are non-profit organizations that care for terminally ill patients by providing in-home care or caring for patients at selected hospices houses. The event has raised hundreds of thousands of dollars over the years. </p> <p>Dot Foods Inc. carries 100,000 products from 700 food industry manufacturers and is the largest food redistributor in the United States. Dot Foods and Dot Transportation sell and deliver foodservice, convenience, retail, vending, equipment and supplies to leading distributors in all 50 states. Dot Foods operates eight distribution centers in: Modesto, Calif.; Vidalia, Ga.; Burley, Idaho; Mt. Sterling, Ill.; Cambridge City, Ind.; Williamsport, Md.; Liverpool, N.Y.; and Ardmore, Okla.</p>http://www.dotfoods.com/news-events/dot-foods-employees-participate-in-community-walk/http://www.dotfoods.com/news-events/dot-foods-employees-participate-in-community-walk/MODESTO, Calif. – Dot Foods’ Modesto distribution center employees and their family members recently supported the Keep Moving Forward 5K Walk/Run. On August 13, 28 Dot employees and their family members participated in the event in Riverbank, CA, which raises funds for a scholarship program to assist individuals in need of services from Vision Impaired Persons Support.Wed, 31 Aug 2011 13:00:00 -0500<p class="Default">MODESTO, Calif. – Dot Foods’ Modesto distribution center employees and their family members recently supported the Keep Moving Forward 5K Walk/Run. On August 13, 28 Dot employees and their family members participated in the event in Riverbank, CA, which raises funds for a scholarship program to assist individuals in need of services from Vision Impaired Persons Support.</p> <div style="text-align: -webkit-left;"><img src="~/media/6626/modesto2_496x160.jpg" width="496" height="160" alt="Modesto2"/></div> <p class="CM4">Dot Foods Inc. carries 100,000 products from 700 food industry manufacturers and is the largest food redistributor in the United States. Dot Foods and Dot Transportation sell and deliver foodservice, convenience, retail, vending, equipment and supplies to leading distributors in all 50 states. Dot Foods operates eight distribution centers in: Modesto, Calif.; Vidalia, Ga.; Burley, Idaho; Mt. Sterling, Ill.; Cambridge City, Ind.; Williamsport, Md.; Liverpool, N.Y.; and Ardmore, Okla. For information, visit <span style="text-decoration: underline;">www.dotfoods.com</span>. </p>http://www.dotfoods.com/news-events/liverpool-distribution-center-hosts-annual-employee-picnic/http://www.dotfoods.com/news-events/liverpool-distribution-center-hosts-annual-employee-picnic/LIVERPOOL, N.Y. – On Friday, July 8, Dot Foods’ Liverpool distribution center celebrated its employees and their family members by hosting a Clambake picnic. Held at Hinerwadels, the event included a DJ, face painting, tattoos and balloon artists for the children. Thu, 11 Aug 2011 00:00:00 -0500<p class="Default">LIVERPOOL, N.Y. – On Friday, July 8, Dot Foods’ Liverpool distribution center celebrated its employees and their</p> <p class="CM4">family members by hosting a Clambake picnic. Held at Hinerwadels, the event included a DJ, face painting, tattoos and balloon artists for the children. </p> <p class="CM4">The annual Dot Foods warehouse vs. Dot Transportation (DTI) softball game also took place at the picnic, with Dot Foods warehouse coming out victorious. </p> <p>Dot Foods Inc. carries 100,000 products from 700 food industry manufacturers and is the largest food redistributor in the United States. Dot Foods and Dot Transportation sell and deliver foodservice, convenience, retail, vending, equipment and supplies to leading distributors in all 50 states. Dot Foods operates eight distribution centers in: Modesto, Calif.; Vidalia, Ga.; Burley, Idaho; during the picnic. Mt. Sterling, Ill.; Cambridge City, Ind.; Williamsport, Md.; Liverpool, N.Y.; and Ardmore, Okla.</p>http://www.dotfoods.com/news-events/dot-foods-adds-del-monte-retail-as-a-supplier/http://www.dotfoods.com/news-events/dot-foods-adds-del-monte-retail-as-a-supplier/MT. STERLING, Ill. – Dot Foods, the nation’s largest food redistributor, is proud to announce the addition of Del Monte retail products to its offering. Del Monte manufactures a variety of pet foods and snacks, canned fruits and vegetables, canned tomato products, broth, and Fruit Naturals® which is their refrigerated fruit cup line. Wed, 03 Aug 2011 10:00:00 -0500<p class="Default">MT. STERLING, Ill. – <span style="text-decoration: underline;">Dot Foods</span>, the nation’s largest food redistributor, is proud to announce the addition of Del Monte retail products to its offering.  Del Monte manufactures a variety of pet foods and snacks, canned fruits and vegetables, canned tomato products, broth, and Fruit Naturals® which is their refrigerated fruit cup line. </p> <p class="CM3">Del Monte brands that will now be supplied by Dot include 9 Lives®, Milk-Bone®, Meow Mix®, Meaty Bone®, Scooby Snacks®, Kibbles’n Bits®, Pup-peroni®, Alley Cat®, Skippy®, Gravy Train®, Reward®, Snausages®, Milo’s Kitchen®, Pounce®, Del Monte Fruit®, Del Monte Vegetables®, Contadina® and College Inn®.</p> <p class="CM3">Thanks to this new partnership with Dot Foods, Del Monte distributor customers may purchase Del Monte products with no minimum. In addition, Dot’s weekly deliveries with a two- to four-day lead time enable the customers to respond faster to retailers’ needs, while at the same time increasing inventory turns. </p> <p class="CM3">“We are pleased to add Del Monte’s retail products to our ever-expanding list of suppliers,” said Lee Leffers, Dot’s Senior Business Development Manager. “With the wide variety of brands and categories the Del Monte line offers, we are certain that our customers will be satisfied with the addition of these products.”</p> <p class="CM3">Recently, Dot expanded its Mt. Sterling, Ill., warehouse to add capacity for new manufacturers, as well as additional items for existing manufacturers. Dot added 136,000 square feet and reconfigured its current dry warehouse. </p> <p class="CM2"><b>About Del Monte Retail  </b></p> <p class="CM3">Del Monte retail is one of the country’s largest and most well-known producers, distributors and marketrs of premiuim quality, branded pet and food products for the U.S. retail market. With a powerful portfolio of brands, Del Monte products are found in eight out of ten U.S. households.</p> <p class="CM2"><b>About Dot Foods Inc.  </b></p> <p class="CM3">Dot Foods Inc. carries 100,000 products from 700 food industry manufacturers and is the largest food redistributor in the United States. Dot Foods and Dot Transportation sell and deliver foodservice, convenience, retail, vending, equipment and supplies to leading distributors in all 50 states. Dot Foods operates eight distribution centers in: Modesto, Calif.; Vidalia, Ga.; Burley, Idaho; Mt. Sterling, Ill.; Cambridge City, Ind.; Williamsport, Md.; Liverpool, N.Y.; and Ardmore, Okla. For information, visit <span style="text-decoration: underline;">www.dotfoods.com</span>. </p>http://www.dotfoods.com/news-events/dot-foods-employees-participate-in-paint-magic-event/http://www.dotfoods.com/news-events/dot-foods-employees-participate-in-paint-magic-event/BURLEY, Idaho – From July 11 thru July 16, several employees from Dot Foods’ Burley distribution center participated in the 26th annual Paint Magic event. In total, 23 houses for qualified elderly and disabled residents were painted across the Magic Valley by area businesses and their employees. Employees from Dot helped paint a house in Heyburn. Mon, 18 Jul 2011 00:00:00 -0500<p class="Default">BURLEY, Idaho – From July 11 thru July 16, several employees from Dot Foods’ Burley distribution center participated in the 26^th annual Paint Magic event. In total, 23 houses for qualified elderly and disabled residents were painted across the Magic Valley by area businesses and their employees. Employees from Dot helped paint a house in Heyburn.</p> <p class="Default">Dot employees Amber Pope, Ashley Maselter, Michelle Endres, Anne Wolfe, Jacquie Doney, Carla Peterson, Cheryl Hurrle and Matt Frost volunteered for the Paint Magic event.</p> <p></p> <p style="padding-left: 120px;"><img src="/media/7126/magic02.jpg" width="229" height="197" alt="Magic 02"/></p> <p style="padding-left: 120px;">Two volunteers take turns painting the house.</p> <p class="CM4">“This is the second year that Dot Foods employees have volunteered and participated in the Paint Magic event,” said Anne Wolfe, Dot’s Burley HR administrative assistant. “We all enjoyed giving our time and it was great to see the finished product of our hard work.” </p> <p>Dot Foods Inc. carries 100,000 products from 700 food industry manufacturers and is the largest food redistributor in the United States. Dot Foods and Dot Transportation sell and deliver foodservice, convenience, retail, vending, equipment and supplies to leading distributors in all 50 states. Dot Foods operates eight distribution centers in: Modesto, Calif.; Vidalia, Ga.; Burley, Idaho; Mt. Sterling, Ill.; Cambridge City, Ind.; Williamsport, Md.; Liverpool, N.Y.; and Ardmore, Okla</p>http://www.dotfoods.com/news-events/dot-foods-recognizes-warehouse-employees-with-week-of-thanks/http://www.dotfoods.com/news-events/dot-foods-recognizes-warehouse-employees-with-week-of-thanks/Warehouse employees enjoy hot meals, snacks and a free car wash.Mon, 11 Jul 2011 00:00:00 -0500<p class="CM3">WILLIAMSPORT, Md. – In recognition of the hard work and dedication of its warehouse employees, Dot Foods spent the week of June 6 thanking its warehouse employees with free food and a car wash (see below for links to photos). Dot’s warehouse management served meals such as spaghetti and meatball sandwiches and wings, and gave out ice cream and peanuts during the employees’ breaks.</p> <p class="CM3"><img src="~/media/6559/mdcarwash3_498x185.jpg" width="498" height="185" alt="Mdcarwash3"/></p> <p class="CM3"></p> <p class="Default">On Wednesday, June 8, Brian Heacock, Ryan Cooley and the rest of the management team spent the day washing the warehouse employees’ cars (photo to the right). Chip Beckman took a break from washing cars to smile for the camera: (photo below, left), while Brian Duffield joined in on the car-washing fun (photo below, right). During their breaks the employees enjoyed their snacks and played some cards while others went outside for some fresh air while drinking sodas provided by the management.</p> <div><span size="3" style="font-size: small;"><img src="~/media/6554/mdcarwash2_497x185.jpg" width="497" height="185" alt="Mdcarwash2"/><br /></span></div> <p class="CM3">Each of Dot’s eight distribution centers will recognize Warehouse Appreciation Week during the month of June before holding a Driver Appreciation Week later this summer.</p> <p class="CM3">Dot Foods Inc. carries 100,000 products from 700 food industry manufacturers and is the largest food redistributor in the United States. Dot Foods and Dot Transportation sell and deliver foodservice, convenience, retail, vending, equipment and supplies to leading distributors in all 50 states. Dot Foods operates eight distribution centers in: Modesto, Calif.; Vidalia, Ga.; Burley, Idaho; Mt. Sterling, Ill.; Cambridge City, Ind.; Williamsport, Md.; Liverpool, N.Y.; and Ardmore, Okla. For information, visit <span style="text-decoration: underline;">www.dotfoods.com</span>. </p>http://www.dotfoods.com/news-events/dot-foods%E2%80%99-forklift-rodeo-rewards-employees-for-safety/http://www.dotfoods.com/news-events/dot-foods%E2%80%99-forklift-rodeo-rewards-employees-for-safety/MT. STERLING, Ill. – Three Dot Foods warehouse employees won a free vacation after earning top scores maneuvering through an obstacle course on a sit-down forklift, mule (pallet jack) or narrow-aisle reach truck at the company’s Forklift Rodeo Grand Nationals on Thursday, June 23. Thu, 30 Jun 2011 00:00:00 -0500<p class="CM5">MT. STERLING, Ill. – Three Dot Foods warehouse employees won a free vacation after earning top scores maneuvering through an obstacle course on a sit-down forklift, mule (pallet jack) or narrow-aisle reach truck at the company’s Forklift Rodeo Grand Nationals on Thursday, June 23. </p> <p class="CM5">Dot crowned winners on each piece of equipment during the annual event, which encourages safe and efficient operation of material handling equipment. Thirty competitors from Dot’s eight distribution centers carried a trash can with a basketball balanced on it through a timed obstacle course, with penalties for safety infractions or contact with the course boundaries. This year’s competition was held on the dry dock and the contestants had the choice of taking a longer path with less hazards or a shorter route with more chance of penalties. Dot further emphasized safety with the addition of two stop-and-honk intersections built into the course. </p> <p class="CM5">Josh Hall and Nick Blayney, both from the Burley, Idaho, warehouse, took home first place wins on the forklift and narrow-aisle, respectively. Hall edged out Noah Sheckler from Illinois by 1.4 seconds. Aaron Walker, representing the Illinois frozen warehouse, won first place on the pallet jack by 7.2 seconds. The top three scorers in the pallet jack and forklift categories had clean runs with no penalties. The Idaho warehouse accumulated the best overall score to earn bragging rights as the all-around DC champion.</p> <p class="Default">“The contestants did a great job of focusing on safety first, then speed. This was evident in the low number of infractions issued due to not stopping and honking,” said Rocky Vecera, assistant warehouse manager of Dot’s Indiana distribution center. “Overall, the event was a huge success and it was great to see 30 order selectors from across the country come together over a two-day period to network and to form lasting relationships.”</p> <p class="Default"></p> <p style="padding-left: 120px;" class="Default"><img src="/media/7206/forkrodeo01.jpg" width="270" height="212" alt="Forkrodeo 01"/></p> <p style="padding-left: 120px;" class="Default"></p> <p style="padding-left: 150px;" class="Default"><img src="/media/7216/forkrodeo04.jpg" width="173" height="309" alt="Forkrodeo 04"/></p> <p style="padding-left: 120px;" class="Default"><img src="/media/7211/forkrodeo03.jpg" width="270" height="214" alt="Forkrodeo 03"/></p> <p style="padding-left: 120px;" class="Default"></p> <p class="CM5">Each year, Dot Foods holds Ware</p> <p class="CM5">house Appreciation Week at each of its distribution centers across the country. As part of the week, employees compete in qualifying rounds of the Forklift Rodeo, and the top winner on each piece of equipm</p> <p class="CM5">ent earns an all-expenses-paid trip to Mt. Sterling for the Grand Nationals.</p> <p>Dot Foods Inc. carries 100,0</p> <p>00 products from 700 food industry manufacturers and is the largest food redistributor in the United States. Dot Foods and Dot Transportation sell and deliver foodservice, convenience, retail, vending, equipment and supplies to leading distributors in all 50 states. Dot Foods operates eight distribution centers in: Modesto, Calif.; Vidalia, Ga.; Burley, Idaho; Mt. Sterling, Ill.; Cambridge City, Ind.; Williamsport, Md.; Liverpool, N.Y.; and Ardmore, Okla.</p>http://www.dotfoods.com/news-events/dot-foods-crowns-forklift-rodeo-winners,-celebrates-warehouse-employees/http://www.dotfoods.com/news-events/dot-foods-crowns-forklift-rodeo-winners,-celebrates-warehouse-employees/ARDMORE, Okla. – The week of June 6 brought lots of activity for Dot Foods’ Ardmore distribution center. Throughout Warehouse Appreciation Week, employees were thanked with hot meals served by management, a golf outing and free massages. Also during the week the distribution center held its Forklift Rodeo qualifying finals and sent its three winners to represent Oklahoma in the company’s Grand Nationals in Mt. Sterling, Ill., on June 23. Mon, 27 Jun 2011 00:00:00 -0500<p class="CM2">ARDMORE, Okla. – The week of June 6 brought lots of activity for Dot Foods’ Ardmore distribution center. Throughout Warehouse Appreciation Week, employees were thanked with hot meals served by management, a golf outing and free massages. Also during the week the distribution center held its Forklift Rodeo qualifying finals and sent its three winners to represent Oklahoma in the company’s Grand Nationals in Mt. Sterling, Ill., on June 23. </p> <p class="CM1">Brad Williams, Levi Brawley and Chris Dobbs (photo to the right) were crowned winners and will represent the Ardmore distribution center on the sit-down forklift, mule (pallet jack) and narrow-aisle reach truck, respectively. Williams, Brawley and Dobbs received the best score as they moved their equipment through a timed obstacle course while carrying a trash can with a basketball balanced on it, with penalties for safety infractions or contact with the course boundaries. The men competed in the Grand Nationals against winners from each of Dot’s eight distribution centers for a chance to win prizes such as vacation packages. </p> <p class="CM1"></p> <p style="padding-left: 30px;" class="CM1"><img src="~/media/7366/forkliftrodeoardmore02_500x164.jpg" width="500" height="164" alt="Forkliftrodeoardmore 02"/></p> <p style="padding-left: 30px;" class="Default">Order selector Cindy Young finishes her run. Order selector Levi Brawley paused for John Roberts, order selector, to place the basketball back on the trash can.</p> <p class="CM1">Throughout Warehouse Appreciation Week, employees enjoyed hot meals served by their management. Thomas Fuller, a spotter, can be seen being served a taco by Ben Parnacher, Dot’s Ardmore assistant warehouse manager. Mickey Stewart, warehouse lead, and Calvin Mueller, order selector, enjoyed their back massage. Each of Dot’s eight distribution centers dedicates a week to thank its warehouse employees, while a week to thank its drivers is held later in the year.</p> <p class="CM1"></p> <p style="padding-left: 30px;" class="CM1"><img src="~/media/7371/forkliftrodeoardmore04_500x163.jpg" width="500" height="163" alt="Forkliftrodeoardmore 04"/></p> <p>Dot Foods Inc. carries 100,000 products from 700 food industry manufacturers and is the largest food redistributor in the United States. Dot Foods and Dot Transportation sell and deliver foodservice, convenience, retail, vending, equipment and supplies to leading distributors in all 50 states. Dot Foods operates eight distribution centers in: Modesto, Calif.; Vidalia, Ga.; Burley, Idaho; Mt. Sterling, Ill.; Cambridge City, Ind.; Williamsport, Md.; Liverpool, N.Y.; and Ardmore, Okla.</p>http://www.dotfoods.com/news-events/dot-foods-adds-ferrero-usa-as-supplier/http://www.dotfoods.com/news-events/dot-foods-adds-ferrero-usa-as-supplier/MT. STERLING, Ill. – Dot Foods, the nation’s largest food redistributor, is proud to announce the addition of Ferrero U.S.A. Inc. as its newest supplier, with deliveries beginning July 4. Ferrero U.S.A. manufactures Tic Tac®, Nutella® and Ferrero Rocher® chocolates.Thu, 23 Jun 2011 09:00:00 -0500<p class="CM1">MT. STERLING, Ill. – <span style="text-decoration: underline;">Dot Foods</span>, the nation’s largest food redistributor, is proud to announce the addition of Ferrero U.S.A. Inc. as its newest supplier, with deliveries beginning July 4. <span style="text-decoration: underline;">Ferrero U.S.A</span>. manufactures Tic Tac®, Nutella® and Ferrero Rocher® chocolates.</p> <p class="CM3">Ferrero U.S.A. joins 14 other manufacturers as suppliers in Dot’s confection category, which was created in 2006. Thanks to this new partnership with Dot Foods, Ferrero distributor customers may purchase Ferrero products with no minimum. In addition, Dot’s weekly deliveries with a two- to four-day lead time enable the customers to respond faster to retailers’ needs, while at the same time increasing inventory turns. </p> <p class="CM3">“We are excited about the addition of Ferrero U.S.A. and confident the company and its customers will be satisfied with the partnership,” said Lee Leffers, Dot’s Senior Business Development Manager. “As our confection category expands, we are continuously investing into this segment.” </p> <p class="CM3">One such investment is the recent expansion of its Mt. Sterling, Ill., warehouse to add capacity for new manufacturers, as well as additional items for existing manufacturers. Dot added 136,000 square feet and reconfigured its current dry warehouse. Dot included a devoted area for confections, housing 2,000 slots as part of the overall expansion.</p> <p class="CM1"><b>About Ferrero U.S.A. Inc. </b></p> <p class="CM3">As the fourth largest confectionary company in the world, Ferroro Group opened its Ferrero U.S.A. Inc. business in the United States in 1969 with the introduction of the Tic Tac. Years later Ferrero introduced the Ferrero Rocher, the fine chocolate and hazelnut praline. Ferrero’s Nutella spread continues to gain distribution and awareness across the country. For more information, visit <span style="text-decoration: underline;">www.ferrerousa.com</span>.</p> <p class="CM1"><b>About Dot Foods Inc.  </b></p> <p class="CM4">Dot Foods Inc. carries 100,000 products from 700 food industry manufacturers and is the largest food redistributor in the United States. Dot Foods and Dot Transportation sell and deliver foodservice, convenience, retail, vending, equipment and supplies to leading distributors in all 50 states. Dot Foods operates eight distribution centers in: Modesto, Calif.; Vidalia, Ga.; Burley, Idaho; Mt. Sterling, Ill.; Cambridge City, Ind.; Williamsport, Md.; Liverpool, N.Y.;</p> <p class="CM2">and Ardmore, Okla. For information, visit <span style="text-decoration: underline;">www.dotfoods.com</span>. </p>http://www.dotfoods.com/news-events/dot-foods%E2%80%99-burley-forklift-rodeo-winners-headed-to-grand-nationals/http://www.dotfoods.com/news-events/dot-foods%E2%80%99-burley-forklift-rodeo-winners-headed-to-grand-nationals/BURLEY, Idaho – On June 8, three order selectors from Dot Foods’ Burley distribution center received top scores in Burley’s qualifying round to earn a spot in the company’s Grand National Forklift Rodeo Finals in Mt. Sterling, Ill., on June 23. Josh Hall, John Vannewkirk and Nick Blayney were crowned winners on the sit-down forklift, mule (pallet jack) and narrow-aisle reach truck, respectively. Tue, 21 Jun 2011 00:00:00 -0500<p class="CM1">BURLEY, Idaho – On June 8, three order selectors from Dot Foods’ Burley distribution center received top scores in Burley’s qualifying round to earn a spot in the company’s Grand National Forklift Rodeo Finals in Mt. Sterling, Ill., on June 23. Josh Hall, John Vannewkirk and Nick Blayney were crowned winners on the sit-down forklift, mule (pallet jack) and narrow-aisle reach truck, respectively.</p> <p class="CM1"></p> <p style="padding-left: 30px;" class="CM1"><img src="~/media/7085/forklift02_500x178.jpg" width="500" height="178" alt="Forklift 02"/></p> <p style="padding-left: 30px;" class="Default">Nick Blayney – narrow-aisle reach truck John Vannewkirk – mule</p> <p class="CM3">Warehouse employees maneuvered through a timed obstacle course on their choice of material handling equipment, while carrying a trash can with a basketball balanced on it. Competitors received penalties for safety infractions or contact with the course boundaries. The winner on each piece of equipment is eligible to compete against representatives from Dot’s eight distribution centers in the Grand Nationals, where the prizes include several vacation packages.  “The Forklift Rodeo not only encourage and rewards safety, but it celebrates our employees and creates camaraderie amongst the DC as we cheer on our winners at the Grand Nationals,” said Anthony Soto, Dot’s Burley warehouse manager. “We wish Nick, John and Josh good luck as they travel to Illinois and know they will represent Idaho well.” </p> <p>Dot Foods Inc. carries 100,000 products from 700 food industry manufacturers and is the largest food redistributor in the United States. Dot Foods and Dot Transportation sell and deliver foodservice, convenience, retail, vending, equipment and supplies to leading distributors in all 50 states. Dot Foods operates eight distribution centers in: Modesto, Calif.; Vidalia, Ga.; Burley, Idaho; Mt. Sterling, Ill.; Cambridge City, Ind.; Williamsport, Md.; Liverpool, N.Y.; and Ardmore, Okla.</p>http://www.dotfoods.com/news-events/dot-foods-provides-college-scholarships-to-four-students/http://www.dotfoods.com/news-events/dot-foods-provides-college-scholarships-to-four-students/MT. STERLING, Ill. – Four high school graduates will attend college this fall with a little less concern about paying tuition thanks to Dot Foods, the nation’s largest food redistributor. Thu, 16 Jun 2011 00:00:00 -0500<p class="CM5">Kristen Buss, Taira Fowler, Haley Holland, and Jacob Smith, all children of Dot employees, were named recipients of Dot’s scholarship program. Fowler and Holland were selected out of nominees from Dot’s eight distribution centers, representing the Maryland and Indiana DCs, respectively. Buss and Smith were chosen from the Mt. Sterling/Joliet, Ill., area, where Dot is headquartered. The graduates receive a renewable scholarship based on full-time student status and GPA requirements.</p> <p class="CM4" style="padding-left: 120px;"><img src="/media/6496/student_2.jpg" width="119" height="193" alt="Student 2" style="border-style: initial; border-color: initial;"/><img src="/media/6501/student4.jpg" width="133" height="218" alt="Student4"/></p> <p class="CM4">“These students were not only successful academically in high school, but were involved in their schools and communities, through athletics, student council, honor societies and volunteer programs,” said Peggy Perry, Dot’s corporate recruiter. “We look forward to seeing them flourish in the next level of education and are thankful we can provide some financial assistance.”</p> <p class="Default" style="padding-left: 150px;"><img src="/media/6491/student.jpg" width="139" height="179" alt="Student"/></p> <p class="Default">Mt. Sterling resident Buss plans on attending John Wood Community College in Quincy, Ill., before transferring to Southern Illinois University-Edwardsville where she will major in biology. Fowler will attend Spellman College in Atlanta, Ga., in the fall and major in engineering. Holland of Connersville, Ind., will start at Purdue University in the fall and major in pharmacy. Smith, of Camp Point, Ill., will attend Quincy University and major in biology, before planning on enrolling in South Illinois University’s School of Dental Medicine. </p> <p class="CM5">Dot Foods Inc. carries 100,000 products from 700 food industry manufacturers and is the largest food redistributor in the United States. Dot Foods and Dot Transportation sell and deliver foodservice, convenience, retail, vending, equipment and supplies to leading distributors in all 50 states. Dot Foods operates eight distribution centers in: Modesto, Calif.; Vidalia, Ga.; Burley, Idaho; Mt. Sterling, Ill.; Cambridge City, Ind.; Williamsport, Md.; Liverpool, N.Y.; and Ardmore, Okla. For information, visit <span style="text-decoration: underline;">www.dotfoods.com</span>. </p>http://www.dotfoods.com/news-events/dot-foods%E2%80%99-maryland-warehouse-team-sets-safety-record,-again/http://www.dotfoods.com/news-events/dot-foods%E2%80%99-maryland-warehouse-team-sets-safety-record,-again/WILLIAMSPORT, Md. – For the second time in a row, Dot Foods’ Maryland warehouse team on second shift broke the company record for the most days without a recordable injury in the warehouse. On Nov. 5, 2008, this team set the old record at 893 days, which it broke on April 18, 2011, when the team reached 894 days.Mon, 23 May 2011 12:00:00 -0500<p class="CM2">WILLIAMSPORT, Md. – For the second time in a row, Dot Foods’ Maryland warehouse team on second shift broke the company record for the most days without a recordable injury in the warehouse. On Nov. 5, 2008, this team set the old record at 893 days, which it broke on April 18, 2011, when the team reached 894 days.</p> <p class="CM3">The streak continues with more than 900 days so far, and the crew plans on celebrating with a special event when it reaches the 1,000-day mark. A photo of the entire second shift can be seen below: </p> <p class="CM2"><img src="~/media/6576/md2_500x168.jpg" width="500" height="168" alt="Md2"/></p> <p class="CM2"></p> <p class="CM2"></p> <p class="CM2">“On behalf of the Maryland warehouse team, we would all like to congratulate the second shift for the incredible job they have done to operate safely,” said Ken Racine, Maryland warehouse manager. “This team is doing their part to prove that ‘Goal Zero’ is possible. They are definitely ‘in the zone!’”</p> <p class="CM3">While safety has always been a top priority for Dot Foods, Goal Zero serves as a major initiative throughout 2011, with the mindset and plan of reaching zero injuries, companywide. </p> <p>Dot Foods Inc. carries 100,000 products from 700 food industry manufacturers and is the largest food redistributor in the United States. Dot Foods and Dot Transportation sell and deliver foodservice, convenience, retail, vending, equipment and supplies to leading distributors in all 50 states. Dot Foods operates eight distribution centers in: Modesto, Calif.; Vidalia, Ga.; Burley, Idaho; Mt. Sterling, Ill.; Cambridge City, Ind.; Williamsport, Md.; Liverpool, N.Y.; and Ardmore, Okla. For information, visit <span style="text-decoration: underline;">www.dotfoods.com</span>. </p>http://www.dotfoods.com/news-events/dot-foods-celebrates-earth-day-with-entire-week-of-green-activities/http://www.dotfoods.com/news-events/dot-foods-celebrates-earth-day-with-entire-week-of-green-activities/MT. STERLING, Ill. – Dot Foods’ Mt. Sterling headquarters celebrated Earth Day throughout the week of April 29, culminating in an all-day event on Friday, April 29, with around 100 employees enjoying a cookout before cleaning up the area around the distribution center. Mon, 16 May 2011 10:00:00 -0500<p class="CM4">MT. STERLING, Ill. – Dot Foods’ Mt. Sterling headquarters celebrated Earth Day throughout the week of April 29, culminating in an all-day event on Friday, April 29, with around 100 employees enjoying a cookout before cleaning up the area around the distribution center. </p> <p class="Default">Dot Foods Retail Customer Development Representative Lisa Wittler picks up litter along the road. (Above</p> <p class="Default" style="padding-left: 120px;"><img src="/media/6599/mts2.jpg" width="241" height="227" alt="Mts2"/></p> <p class="Default" style="padding-left: 120px;"></p> <p class="Default" style="padding-left: 120px;"><img src="/media/6604/mts3.jpg" width="260" height="235" alt="Mts3"/></p> <p class="Default"></p> <p class="CM4">Employees received free tree seedlings and participated in an electronics and metal recycling drive, which also was available to Mt. Sterling residents. Also throughout the week, Dot held “Lunch ‘n Learns” with tips on how to be “green,” trivia contests and a cell phone collection for “Cell Phones for Soldiers.” Each of Dot’s eight distribution centers across the country held an Earth Day event, ranging from neighborhood cleanups to green activities for children. </p> <p class="Default" align="center"><img src="/media/6609/mts4.jpg" width="260" height="195" alt="Mts4"/></p> <p class="Default" align="center"></p> <p class="CM3">Dot Foods Inc. carries 100,000 products from 700 food industry manufacturers and is the largest food redistributor in the United States. Dot Foods and Dot Transportation sell and deliver foodservice, convenience, retail, vending, equipment and supplies to leading distributors in all 50 states. Dot Foods operates eight distribution centers in: Modesto, Calif.; Vidalia, Ga.; Burley, Idaho; Mt. Sterling, Ill.; Cambridge City, Ind.; Williamsport, Md.; Liverpool, N.Y.; and Ardmore, Okla. For information, visit <span style="text-decoration: underline;">www.dotfoods.com</span>. </p>http://www.dotfoods.com/news-events/dot-foods-employees,-families-celebrate-earth-day/http://www.dotfoods.com/news-events/dot-foods-employees,-families-celebrate-earth-day/ARDMORE, Okla. – Dot Foods’ Ardmore employees celebrated Earth Day with child-friendly activities, a dirty sock contest and a cookout before hitting the streets to pick up trash and litter. Dot also held a home electronics recycling drive and cell phone collection. Mon, 09 May 2011 00:00:00 -0500<p class="CM4">ARDMORE, Okla. – Dot Foods’ Ardmore employees celebrated Earth Day with child-friendly activities, a dirty sock contest and a cookout before hitting the streets to pick up trash and litter. Dot also held a home electronics recycling drive and cell phone collection. </p> <p class="CM2">Driver trainer James Weaver, HR clerk Brandi Jones and HR manager Penni Wilson participated in the dirty sock contest, “Sock it to Exhaust,” to check car emissions (photo to the right). Each employee placed a clean white sock on the muffler of his or her car before the cars were turned on to run for two to three minutes, allowing the sock to catch any exhaust. The employee whose car had the dirtiest sock, Ben Parnacher, won a boxwood bush, and the cleanest sock winner, Jose Morales, won two Stoney LaRue tickets.</p> <p class="CM2"></p> <p style="padding-left: 120px;" class="CM2"><img src="/media/6987/earthday01.jpg" width="260" height="252" alt="Earthday 01"/></p> <p class="CM2"></p> <p style="padding-left: 120px;" class="CM2"><img src="/media/7004/earthday02.jpg" width="260" height="455" alt="Earthday 02"/></p> <p class="CM4">Each of Dot Foods’ eight distribution centers across the country held its own Earth Day event, including “Lunch ‘n Learns” with topics ranging from recycling to home energy efficiency.  </p> <p class="Default">Dot Foods Inc. carries 100,000 products from 700 food industry manufacturers and is the largest food redistributor in the United States. Dot Foods and Dot</p> <p>Transportation sell and deliver foodservice, convenience, retail, vending, equipment and supplies to leading distributors in all 50 states. Dot Foods operates eight distribution centers in: Modesto, Calif.; Vidalia, Ga.; Burley, Idaho; Mt. Sterling, Ill.; Cambridge City, Ind.; Williamsport, Md.; Liverpool, N.Y.; and Ardmore, Okla.</p>http://www.dotfoods.com/news-events/dot-foods,-neighboring-businesses-spruce-up-liverpool/http://www.dotfoods.com/news-events/dot-foods,-neighboring-businesses-spruce-up-liverpool/LIVERPOOL, N.Y. – On Friday, April 29, Dot Foods’ Liverpool distribution center employees and their family members, along with neighboring businesses, celebrated Earth Day by teaming up to clean up their part of Liverpool before enjoying a cookout. Dot Foods also held a home electronics recycling drive and cell phone collection.Tue, 03 May 2011 00:00:00 -0500<p class="CM3">LIVERPOOL, N.Y. – On Friday, April 29, Dot Foods’ Liverpool distribution center employees and their family members, along with neighboring businesses, celebrated Earth Day by teaming up to clean up their part of Liverpool before enjoying a cookout. Dot Foods also held a home electronics recycling drive and cell phone collection. </p> <p style="padding-left: 180px;" class="Default"><img src="/media/7268/liverpoolearthday02.jpg" width="240" height="205" alt="Liverpoolearthday 02"/></p> <p style="padding-left: 180px;" class="Default"><img src="/media/7273/liverpoolearthday03.jpg" width="237" height="210" alt="Liverpoolearthday 03"/></p> <p class="CM4">“Due to the weather and area wide flooding, our turnout was lower this year. However, spirits were not dampened and everyone enjoyed the time out of the office and the cookout that followed the cleanup,” said Tammy Lattin, Dot Foods administrative assistant.</p> <p class="CM2">Each of Dot Foods’ eight distribution centers across the country held its own Earth Day event, with activities ranging from neighborhood cleanups to cell phone and home electronics recycling. Company-wide, Dot held lunch ‘n learns during the week of April 25 on “green” topics, including recycling, home energy efficiency and raised bed gardening. </p> <p class="CM2">Dot Foods Inc. carries 100,000 products from 700 food industry manufacturers and is the largest food redistributor in the United States. Dot Foods and Dot Transportation sell and deliver foodservice, convenience, retail, vending, equipment and supplies to leading distributors in all 50 states. Dot Foods operates eight distribution centers in: Modesto, Calif.; Vidalia, Ga.; Burley, Idaho; Mt. Sterling, Ill.; Cambridge City, Ind.; Williamsport, Md.; Liverpool, N.Y.; and Ardmore, Okla.</p>http://www.dotfoods.com/news-events/dot-foods,-neighboring-businesses-spruce-up-modesto/http://www.dotfoods.com/news-events/dot-foods,-neighboring-businesses-spruce-up-modesto/MODESTO, Calif. – Dot Foods’ Modesto distribution center employees and their family members, along with neighboring businesses, celebrated Earth Day on Thursday, April 21, by teaming up to clean up their portion of Modesto. Participants collected trash and litter before enjoying a cookout. Mon, 25 Apr 2011 00:00:00 -0500<p class="CM4">MODESTO, Calif. – Dot Foods’ Modesto distribution center employees and their family members, along with neighboring businesses, celebrated Earth Day on Thursday, April 21, by teaming up to clean up their portion of Modesto. Participants collected trash and litter before enjoying a cookout. </p> <p class="CM4"></p> <p style="padding-left: 180px;" class="CM4"><img src="/media/7332/modestospruce01.jpg" width="237" height="208" alt="Modestospruce 01"/></p> <p style="padding-left: 180px;" class="Default">Dot Foods employee Larry Baca is all smiles after finding a dollar bill during the cleanup.</p> <p style="padding-left: 180px;" class="Default"><img src="/media/7337/modestospruce03.jpg" width="240" height="207" alt="Modestospruce 03"/></p> <p style="padding-left: 180px;" class="Default">Tanisha Johnson and Rod Waring smile for the camera.</p> <p class="CM4">Each of Dot Foods’ eight distribution centers across the country held its own Earth Day event, with activities ranging from neighborhood cleanups to cell phone and home electronics recycling. Company-wide, Dot held lunch ‘n learns during the week of April 25 on “green” topics, including recycling, home energy efficiency and raised bed gardening.  </p> <p class="CM3">Dot Foods Inc. carries 100,000 products from 700 food industry manufacturers and is the largest food redistributor in the United States. Dot Foods and Dot Transportation sell and deliver foodservice, convenience, retail, vending, equipment and supplies to leading distributors in all 50 states. Dot Foods operates eight distribution centers in: Modesto, Calif.; Vidalia,</p> <p>Ga.; Burley, Idaho; Mt. Sterling, Ill.; Cambridge City, Ind.; Williamsport, Md.; Liverpool, N.Y.; and Ardmore, Okla.</p>http://www.dotfoods.com/news-events/dot-foods,-employees-donate-$51,636-for-japan-relief-efforts/http://www.dotfoods.com/news-events/dot-foods,-employees-donate-$51,636-for-japan-relief-efforts/American Red Cross, Global FoodBanking Network and Habitat for Humanity to split funds Wed, 13 Apr 2011 00:00:00 -0500<p class="CM2">MT. STERLING, Ill. – Dot Foods, the nation’s largest food redistributor, and its employees are donating $51,636 to the American Red Cross, Global FoodBanking Network and Habitat for Humanity to support their efforts in aiding Japan as it recovers from the earthquake and tsunami. </p> <p class="CM2">In a letter sent to employees, Dot Foods Chairman Pat Tracy asked each employee to consider making a donation, which the company would match dollar for dollar. The dollars donated by employees, along with the Dot match, will be sent directly to one of the three organizations listed above to assist in their relief efforts. The American Red Cross will receive $21,136, the Global FoodBanking Network will receive $16,776, and Habitat for Humanity will receive $13,724. The organizations were chosen based on Dot’s familiarity with each of them.</p> <p class="CM2">“It is with great empathy for the Japanese people and consistency with our values that we have organized a response to this cataclysmic event,” said Tracy. “It is our intention to help provide relief in this worldwide effort by offering a program whereby our employees and our company can contribute monetarily to help those in need.”</p> <p class="CM2">This is not the first time Dot has organized a response such as this. Last March, Dot collected and loaded 12 trucks with food and supplies bound for Haiti after it was hit by a 7.0-magnitude earthquake. In addition, Dot matched all employee contributions to donate a total of $92,990 to the Haitian relief efforts.</p> <p class="CM2">Dot Foods Inc. carries 100,000 products from 700 food industry manufacturers and is the largest food redistributor in the United States. Dot Foods and Dot Transportation sell and deliver foodservice, convenience, retail, vending, equipment and supplies to leading distributors in all 50 states. Dot Foods operates eight distribution centers in: Modesto, Calif.; Vidalia, Ga.; Burley, Idaho; Mt. Sterling, Ill.; Cambridge City, Ind.; Williamsport, Md.; Liverpool, N.Y.; and Ardmore, Okla. For information, visit <span style="text-decoration: underline;">www.dotfoods.com</span>. </p>http://www.dotfoods.com/news-events/dot-foods-employees-paint-onondaga-tabernacle-of-syracuse/http://www.dotfoods.com/news-events/dot-foods-employees-paint-onondaga-tabernacle-of-syracuse/LIVERPOOL, N.Y. – On Saturday, Feb. 26, seven Dot Foods’ Liverpool distribution center employees spent several hours painting the Onondaga Tabernacle of the Greater Syracuse area as part of Dot Foods’ Teaming with Local Charities program. Thu, 24 Mar 2011 00:00:00 -0500<p class="CM5">LIVERPOOL, N.Y. – On Saturday, Feb. 26, seven Dot Foods’ Liverpool distribution center employees spent several hours painting the Onondaga Tabernacle of the Greater Syracuse area as part of Dot Foods’ Teaming with Local Charities program.</p> <p class="CM4">Dot employees Bill Hurry, Carrie McCumber, Maryellen Edwards, Rose Sixberry, Hakeem Howard, Dennis Kral and Brian Stoutenger took a break from painting inside the church to pose for the camera (photo at top).</p> <p class="CM4"></p> <p style="padding-left: 30px;" class="CM4"><img src="~/media/7239/churchpaint02_500x185.jpg" width="500" height="185" alt="Churchpaint 02"/></p> <p style="padding-left: 30px;">Material handler Bill Hurry warehouse clerk, stood atop a ladder to reach up high.</p> <p>This event kicked off the Liverpool DC’s annual volunteer program. Each of Dot’s eight distribution centers across the country partake in Teaming with Local Charities in which employees volunteer at designated charitable organizations. </p> <p>Dot Foods Inc. carries 92,000 products from 500 food industry manufacturers and is the largest food redistributor in the United States. Dot Foods and Dot Transportation sell and deliver foodservice, convenience, retail, vending, equipment and supplies to leading distributors in all 50 states. Dot Foods operates eight distribution centers in: Modesto, Calif.; Vidalia, Ga.; Burley, Idaho; Mt. Sterling, Ill.; Cambridge City, Ind.; Williamsport, Md.; Liverpool, N.Y.; and Ardmore, Okla.</p>http://www.dotfoods.com/news-events/dot-foods-donates-to-cambridge-city-fire-department/http://www.dotfoods.com/news-events/dot-foods-donates-to-cambridge-city-fire-department/CAMBRIDGE CITY, Ind. – On Friday, March 11, Dot Foods’ Cambridge City distribution center presented the Cambridge City Fire Department with a check for $1,500 to go toward the purchase of new turnout gear.Mon, 14 Mar 2011 00:00:00 -0500<p class="CM2">CAMBRIDGE CITY, Ind. – On Friday, March 11, Dot Foods’ Cambridge City distribution center presented the Cambridge City Fire Department with a check for $1,500 to go toward the purchase of new turnout gear.</p> <p class="CM1">Dot Foods’ Indiana Charitable Contribution Committee members Jim Edwards, Gina Ruffcorn, Rosalie Brown, Jennifer Moistner, and Desiree Roszell pose with Cambridge City Fire Chief David Shank, Assistant Chief Jeff Gabbard, Captain Zac Shank, firefighter Julie Shank, and firefighter Chandler Shank (photo to the right).</p> <p>The Charitable Committee makes approximately 100 donations per year to local charities and organizations surrounding Cambridge City. This is the second donation Dot has made to the fire department. Dot helped sponsor the Smart Choice for Life program, a fire safety program for fourth graders. </p> <p>Dot Foods Inc. carries 92,000 products from 500 food industry manufacturers and is the largest food redistributor in the United States. Dot Foods and Dot Transportation sell and deliver foodservice, convenience, retail, vending, equipment and supplies to leading distributors in all 50 states. Dot Foods operates eight distribution centers in: Modesto, Calif.; Vidalia, Ga.; Burley, Idaho; Mt. Sterling, Ill.; Cambridge City, Ind.; Williamsport, Md.; Liverpool, N.Y.; and Ardmore, Okla.</p>http://www.dotfoods.com/news-events/dot-foods-launches-annual-volunteer-program-with-party-for-local-charities/http://www.dotfoods.com/news-events/dot-foods-launches-annual-volunteer-program-with-party-for-local-charities/ARDMORE, Okla. – Dot Foods’ Ardmore employees recently welcomed 15 local charitable organizations to their DC to kick-off the company’s annual volunteer program, Teaming up with Local Charities (TLC). Around 40 employees attended the TLC Launch Party to learn about volunteer opportunities available through the United Way of South Central Oklahoma’s agencies, as well as the Regional Food Bank. Fri, 11 Mar 2011 00:00:00 -0600<p class="CM2">ARDMORE, Okla. – Dot Foods’ Ardmore employees recently welcomed 15 local charitable organizations to their DC to kick-off the company’s annual volunteer program, Teaming up with Local Charities (TLC). Around 40 employees attended the TLC Launch Party to learn about volunteer opportunities available through the United Way of South Central Oklahoma’s agencies, as well as the Regional Food Bank.  </p> <p class="CM2"></p> <p style="padding-left: 30px;" class="CM2"><img src="~/media/7045/volunteerprgm01_495x185.jpg" width="495" height="185" alt="Volunteerprgm 01"/></p> <p style="padding-left: 30px;" class="CM1">Along with enjoying snacks and entering for prize drawings, Dot employees walked around to the charities’ booths where representatives were on-hand to discuss their respective organization’s mission and how employees could get involved.</p> <p class="CM2">Ardmore’s charitable committee chose the United Way, Regional Food Bank and the Ardmore Soup Kitchen as the places employees could volunteer this year in order to meet the criteria of the TLC program. The United Way of South Central Oklahoma provided the opportunity for volunteers at more than 30 participating agencies. When an employee reaches 20 volunteer hours, he or she can elect to take eight hours off with pay or ask Dot to donate a $400 grant to a charitable organization in the employee’s honor.  </p> <p class="CM1">“The goal of the Launch Party was to increase the visibility of the volunteer opportunities available in our community,” said Penni Wilson, Dot’s Oklahoma HR Manager. “Having our employees meet the various organizations’ representative first-hand made a strong impact, and I think we will see many employees meet, and even succeed, the TLC requirements.”</p> <p>Dot Foods Inc. carries 92,000 products from 500 food industry manufacturers and is the largest food redistributor in the United States. Dot Foods and Dot Transportation sell and deliver foodservice, convenience, retail, vending, equipment and supplies to leading distributors in all 50 states. Dot Foods operates eight distribution centers in: Modesto, Calif.; Vidalia, Ga.; Burley, Idaho; Mt. Sterling, Ill.; Cambridge City, Ind.; Williamsport, Md.; Liverpool, N.Y.; and Ardmore, Okla.</p>http://www.dotfoods.com/news-events/dot-foods%E2%80%99-golden-trailer-completes-nationwide-donation-tour/http://www.dotfoods.com/news-events/dot-foods%E2%80%99-golden-trailer-completes-nationwide-donation-tour/50th anniversary commemorative trailer delivers 270,000 pounds of food to 11 food banksThu, 18 Nov 2010 11:00:00 -0600<p class="CM5">MT. STERLING, Ill. – Dot Foods wanted to make an impact in honor of its 50^th anniversary, so the food redistributor sent a commemorative golden trailer to deliver 270,000 pounds of food – equivalent to $315,000 – to 11 FeedingAmerica.org food banks across the country from May through October.</p> <p class="CM5">The donated food included peanut butter, tuna, a variety of beans and rice, canned fruits and vegetables, cereal and oatmeal (a photo of one truckload of the donated food can be seen to the right). Each truckload was delivered to a Feeding America regional food bank. From there, the food was distributed to local agencies near Dot locations. The food banks that received the donations, in order of delivery, include: Central Illinois Foodbank in Springfield, Ill., River Bend Food Bank in Moline, Ill., Gleaners Food Bank of Indiana in Indianapolis, America's Second Harvest of Coastal Georgia Inc. in Savannah, Ga., Regional Food Bank of Oklahoma in Oklahoma City, Maryland Food Bank in Baltimore, Food Bank of Central New York in E.Syracuse, N.Y., The Idaho Foodbank in Boise, Idaho, Second Harvest Food Bank of San Joaquin and Stanislaus Counties in Manteca, Calif., Northern Illinois Food Bank in St. Charles, Ill., and St. Louis Area Foodbank in St. Louis.</p> <p class="CM6"><img src="~/media/6208/golden_trailer_2_494x170.jpg" width="494" height="170" alt="Golden Trailer 2"/></p> <p class="CM6"></p> <p class="CM6"> “As the donation tour comes to an end, we are humbled as a company to have helped those in need, but we realize that the need is much greater than we can provide,” said Pat Tracy, chairman. “There is no better way to celebrate a successful 50 years than by paying it forward. We know we are blessed to have such success and do not take it for granted.” </p> <p class="CM1">In California, the Second Harvest Food Bank of San In Maryland, 20 employees from Dot’s Williamsport DC helped Joaquin and Stanislaus Counties marked the eighth stop unload boxes at the five food banks that received the donation. for the golden trailer.</p> <p class="CM6">After the donations were delivered to the food banks near each of Dot’s distribution centers, employees were given the opportunity to volunteer at the local agencies that received the donated food. In Burley, Idaho, for example, DC employees helped unload boxes of the donated food at the Minidoka County Senior Center and Golden Heritage Senior Citizen (photo of the employees to the right).</p> <div style="text-align: -webkit-left;"></div> <div style="text-align: -webkit-left; padding-left: 120px;"><img src="/media/6242/golden_trailer_5.jpg" width="281" height="187" alt="Golden Trailer 5"/></div> <div style="text-align: -webkit-left;"></div> <div style="text-align: -webkit-left;"></div> <p class="Default">The food banks executives’ gratitude was overwhelming. </p> <ul> <li>“With the $35,000 food donation, the Food Bank of Central New York was able to supply approximately 19,000 meals to emergency food programs within our 11 county service area. We are so pleased to have been part of the Dot Foods 50th Anniversary celebration.” – Kathleen Stress, Director of Internal Operations, Food Bank of Central New York</li> <li>“Hunger in rural America continues to be a problem for thousands of individuals and families in our service area. The incredible support from Dot Foods made a major difference in the lives of those people who deal with food insecurity on a daily basis.  Seven food pantries from Hancock and McDonough Counties were able to better serve their hungry clients due to the generosity ofDot Foods.” – Tom Laughlin, Executive Director of River Bend Foodbank</li> <li>“We are extremely thankful for our partnership with Dot Foods. Thanks to the organization’s donation of 20,600 pounds of food, we were able to provide nearly 15,850 meals to hungry Oklahomans.” – Rodney Bivens, Executive Director, Regional Food Bank of Oklahoma</li> <li>“Dot Foods’ donation comes at a good time for Gleaners and the other 10 food banks. Because of the worst economy since the Great Depression, the number of hungry people in Indiana is up significantly. In fact, over the last ten years or so, the number of Hoosiers who are struggling with hunger is up nearly 50%. Last year, in 21 central and southeastern Indiana counties, a network of over 400 charitable programs that depend on food from Gleaners, provided emergency food assistance to 160,900 different people; over half of these were children and seniors.” – Pamela Altmeyer, President &amp; CEO, Gleaners Food Bank of Indiana</li> </ul> <p class="CM5">Along with this donation tour, Dot is marking its 50^th anniversary with a focus on thanking its employees and their families for 50successful years. Back in May, each of the eight distribution centers held a Family Appreciation Day, and in September, employees were recognized at an Employee Recognition Day. </p> <p class="CM5"></p> <p class="CM5" style="padding-left: 120px;"><img src="/media/6278/golden_trailer_6.jpg" width="250" height="187" alt="Golden Trailer 6"/></p> <p class="CM5">Dot Foods Inc. carries 92,000 products from 500 food industry manufacturers and is the largest food redistributor in the United States. Dot Foods and Dot Transportation sell and deliver foodservice, convenience, retail, vending, equipment and supplies to leading distributors in all 50 states. Dot Foods operates eight distribution centers in: Modesto, Calif.; Vidalia, Ga.; Burley, Idaho; Mt. Sterling, Ill.; Cambridge City, Ind.; Williamsport, Md.; Liverpool, N.Y.; and Ardmore, Okla. For information, visit <span style="text-decoration: underline;">www.dotfoods.com</span>. </p>http://www.dotfoods.com/news-events/dot-foods-provides-equipment-transportation-for-national-boy-scout-jamboree/http://www.dotfoods.com/news-events/dot-foods-provides-equipment-transportation-for-national-boy-scout-jamboree/MT. STERLING, Ill. – Dot Foods, the largest food redistributor in the United States, provided transportation of equipment and camping supplies for the Boy Scouts of America’s 2010 National Scout Jamboree. Held in Fort A. P. Hill, Va., from July 26 through Aug. 4, approximately 45,000 scouts and leaders gathered for the event. Wed, 11 Aug 2010 00:00:00 -0500<p class="CM2">MT. STERLING, Ill. – Dot Foods, the largest food redistributor in the United States, provided transportation of equipment and camping supplies for the Boy Scouts of America’s 2010 National Scout Jamboree. Held in Fort A. P. Hill, Va., from July 26 through Aug. 4, approximately 45,000 scouts and leaders gathered for the event.</p> <p class="CM2">About half of a Dot truck was loaded with tents, signs, coolers and other necessary camping equipment in Quincy, Ill., on July 21, and arrived at the military base near Bowling Green, Va., on July 26. </p> <p class="CM1"><img src="~/media/6445/boyscouts2_500x165.jpg" width="500" height="165" alt="Boyscouts2"/></p> <p class="CM1"></p> <p class="CM1">“Dot Foods has transported equipment for the Boy Scouts National Jamboree since 2002, and this donation is a great way for our company to give back to the community and help support thousands of America’s future leaders,” said Dustin Bryan, Dot Foods’ Illinois transportation manager. “This year especially is an important occasion, as it marks the 100^th anniversary of the Boy Scout organization, and Dot is proud to be given the opportunity to be a part of it.”</p> <p class="CM1" style="padding-left: 30px;"><img src="/media/6450/boyscouts3.jpg" width="396" height="288" alt="Boyscouts3"/></p> <p class="CM1"></p> <p class="CM1">The first Jamboree was held in 1937 and since then, 16 others have taken place. Activities taking place during the 10­day long celebration include fishing, archery, motocross, trapshooting, CPR training, a 5K run and, of course, traditional campfires. For more information regarding the 2010 Jamboree, visit <span style="text-decoration: underline;">www.bsajamboree.org</span>.</p> <p class="CM1">Dot Foods Inc. carries 92,000 products from 500 food industry manufacturers and is the largest food redistributor in the United States. Dot Foods and Dot Transportation sell and deliver foodservice, convenience, retail, vending, equipment and supplies to leading distributors in all 50 states. Dot Foods operates eight distribution centers in: Modesto, Calif.; Vidalia, Ga.; Burley, Idaho; Mt. Sterling, Ill.; Cambridge City, Ind.; Williamsport, Md.; Liverpool, N.Y.; and Ardmore, Okla. For information, visit <span style="text-decoration: underline;">www.dotfoods.com</span>.</p> <p class="CM1"> </p>http://www.dotfoods.com/news-events/dot-foods-announces-dry-warehouse-expansion/http://www.dotfoods.com/news-events/dot-foods-announces-dry-warehouse-expansion/Second working level means quicker picks, added items and climbing businessThu, 10 Jun 2010 11:00:00 -0500<p class="CM2">MT. STERLING, Ill. – Mt. Sterling-based Dot Foods announced an expansion to its warehouse to be completed in March 2011. The $15 million expansion could mean additional 20-plus jobs in the dry warehouse for the nation’s leading food redistributor.</p> <p class="CM2">Construction on the 138,000-square-foot addition will begin on July 1 and is a combination of two-level high traditional racks topped with a concrete mezzanine and more racks. Warehouse workers will be able to drive forklifts onto this mezzanine and pick product 15 feet off the floor. Traditionally, workers can only pick product from the first and second levels; higher slots are used to store excess product. This new concept doubles the number of pick slots in the same amount of warehouse space. It has been around for a number of years and has been used extensively in the retail industry. This expansion will improve capacity by adding an additional 9,900 slots and 13,100 reserve slots.</p> <p class="CM2">“The number of products that our customers want us to carry has dramatically increased in recent years,” said John Long, vice-president of distribution centers. “We needed a new type of warehouse space that provided more pick slots to accommodate this customer demand for more products.”</p> <p class="CM2">The construction is managed by Stellar Corp. of Jacksonville, Fla., who has been involved with previous Dot warehouse new construction and expansions. </p> <p class="CM2">Dot Foods Inc. carries 92,000 products from 500 food industry manufacturers and is the largest food redistributor in the United States. Dot Foods and Dot Transportation sell and deliver foodservice, convenience, retail, vending, equipment and supplies to leading distributors in all 50 states. Dot Foods operates eight distribution centers in: Modesto, Calif.; Vidalia, Ga.; Burley, Idaho; Mt. Sterling, Ill.; Cambridge City, Ind.; Williamsport, Md.; Liverpool, N.Y.; and Ardmore, Okla. For information, visit <span style="text-decoration: underline;">www.dotfoods.com</span>. </p>http://www.dotfoods.com/news-events/dot-foods-celebrates-50-years-by-donating-270,000-pounds-of-food/http://www.dotfoods.com/news-events/dot-foods-celebrates-50-years-by-donating-270,000-pounds-of-food/Golden trailer to deliver truckloads of food to 11 regional Feeding America food banks Wed, 12 May 2010 11:00:00 -0500<p class="CM3">MT. STERLING, Ill. – When Dot Foods turns 50 on May 26, it will kick off a nationwide tour to donate a total of 270,000 pounds of food to Feeding America food banks near its locations across the country. The food will be delivered by a special golden anniversary trailer.</p> <p class="CM3">“Giving back to the community is an important part of our corporate culture at Dot,” said Pat Tracy, chairman. “We’re working with Feeding America to distribute the food to local agencies in the communities where our employees live and work. And our employees will be getting involved by donating their time to help distribute or prepare the food Dot has donated for local residents.”   </p> <p class="CM3">The golden trailer will deliver truckloads to Feeding America regional food banks in Manteca, Calif., Savannah, Ga., Boise, Idaho, Indianapolis, Baltimore, E. Syracuse, N.Y., Oklahoma City, Okla., Springfield, Ill., Moline, Ill., St. Charles, Ill., and St. Louis. From there, the food will be distributed to local agencies near Dot locations. Because local agencies are not equipped to accept a delivery from the Dot trailer, Dot also is compensating Feeding America to make the local deliveries. Equivalent to $315,000, the food donation will include items such as canned fruits and vegetables, peanut butter, tuna, beans, rice and cereal. </p> <p class="CM2">Dot Foods Inc. carries 92,000 products from 500 food industry manufacturers and is the largest food redistributor in the United States. Dot Foods and Dot Transportation sell and deliver foodservice, convenience, retail, vending, equipment and supplies to leading distributors in all 50 states. Dot Foods operates eight distribution centers in: Modesto, Calif.; Vidalia, Ga.; Burley, Idaho; Mt. Sterling, Ill.; Cambridge City, Ind.; Williamsport, Md.; Liverpool, N.Y.; and Ardmore, Okla. For information, visit <span style="text-decoration: underline;">www.dotfoods.com</span>.</p> <p class="CM2">From left to right: Joe Tracy, president and COO, John Tracy, CEO, and Pat Tracy, chairman of the board, pose with the golden anniversary trailer.  </p>http://www.dotfoods.com/news-events/dot-foods-responds-to-disaster-in-haiti-food/http://www.dotfoods.com/news-events/dot-foods-responds-to-disaster-in-haiti-food/Redistributor gathers and transports food and supplies, donates $92,990 to Haitian relief efforts Fri, 26 Mar 2010 11:00:00 -0500<p class="CM4">MT. STERLING, Ill. – Dot Foods Inc. recently collected and loaded 12 trucks with food and supplies bound for Haiti.  In addition, Dot matched all employee contributions to donate a total of $92,990 to the relief efforts.</p> <p class="CM4">Coordinating the immediate transportation of donated goods, Dot partnered with Food For the Poor, an organization Dot has supported for the past 10 years, to deliver food to Haiti. In the wake of the recent disaster, Dot has increased its monthly donation to Haiti from one truckload to four.</p> <p class="CM4">“Through our partnership with Food For the Poor and the assistance of the manufacturing community, as well as with the generous donations made by our employees, Dot has contributed in the effort to provide significant relief to Haiti,” said Pat Tracy, chairman of Dot Foods. “It is with great empathy for the Haitian people and consistency with our values that we will continue to provide assistance to such an impoverished nation.”</p> <p class="CM3">Additionally, Dot matched the more than $45,000 contributed by 388 employees across the country to donate $92,990. </p> <p class="CM4">Dot contacted food and supply manufacturers across the nation and facilitated free transportation for donated items from participants American Licorice, Apple and Eve, Camerica International, Dole, Golden Heritage, Inventure Group, Kangaroo Foods, Neil Jones Company, Reynolds, Sturm Foods, Sunsweet and Volrath.  </p> <p class="CM4">Dot Foods Inc. carries 92,000 products from 500 food industry manufacturers and is the largest food redistributor in the United States. Dot Foods and Dot Transportation sell and deliver foodservice, convenience, retail, vending, equipment and supplies to leading distributors in all 50 states. Dot Foods operates eight distribution centers in: Modesto, Calif.; Vidalia, Ga.; Burley, Idaho; Mt. Sterling, Ill.; Cambridge City, Ind.; Williamsport, Md.; Liverpool, N.Y.; and Ardmore, Okla. For information, visit <span style="text-decoration: underline;">www.dotfoods.com</span>. </p>http://www.dotfoods.com/news-events/dot-introduces-small-box-program-for-boxed-beef/http://www.dotfoods.com/news-events/dot-introduces-small-box-program-for-boxed-beef/Distributors will now be able to purchase meat in smaller quantities Wed, 10 Feb 2010 11:00:00 -0600<p class="CM3">MT. STERLING, Ill. – Thanks to the new IBP Singles program by Tyson Fresh Meats, Dot Foods is now able to solve a challenge faced by many distributors and end users in the foodservice industry – the inability to purchase boxed beef in smaller pack sizes. Through the IBP Singles program, Dot is now offering the smaller pack sizes that include only one or two subprimals per box. </p> <p class="CM3">“Due to USDA requirements, some of our distributors could not repack the large boxes of beef into smaller ones, so their customers had to buy them in their entirety. If a restaurant has to buy an 80-pound box of ribeyes from its distributor to cut into steaks, that’s a lot of steaks,” said Rodd Willis, Dot’s director of protein sales and purchasing. “This new program makes purchasing boxed beef much more convenient for both our distributors and their end-user customers. In addition, the meat originates in the smaller pack size, so customers can be confident the date on the box matches the production date of the product.”</p> <p class="CM3">The program includes ribeyes, tenderloins, strip loins, top sirloins, flank steaks, inside rounds, eye rounds and bottom rounds. Dot warehouses the beef at its flagship distribution center in Mt. Sterling, Ill., to serve the Midwest and East Coast and at its Burley, Idaho, distribution center to serve the West Coast. As with Dot’s other products, customers can leverage Dot’s buying power and nationwide distribution to purchase a smaller volume than if they bought the beef directly from the manufacturer.</p> <p>Dot Foods Inc. carries 83,000 products from 500 food industry manufacturers and is the largest food redistributor in the United States. Dot Foods and Dot Transportation sell and deliver foodservice, convenience, retail, vending, equipment and supplies to leading distributors in all 50 states. Dot Foods operates eight distribution centers in: Modesto, Calif.; Vidalia, Ga.; Burley, Idaho; Mt. Sterling, Ill.; Cambridge City, Ind.; Williamsport, Md.; Liverpool, N.Y.; and Ardmore, Okla. For information, visit <span style="text-decoration: underline;">www.dotfoods.com</span>. </p>http://www.dotfoods.com/news-events/enhanced-dot-expressway-makes-virtual-warehousing-more-accessible/http://www.dotfoods.com/news-events/enhanced-dot-expressway-makes-virtual-warehousing-more-accessible/Dot provides distributors with the option to virtually store items with Dot and deliver them on demand Tue, 09 Feb 2010 11:00:00 -0600<p class="CM3">MT. STERLING, Ill. – This spring, Dot Foods is unveiling a new portal on its Dot Expressway® Web site with an enhanced version of the Dot on Demand Virtual Warehouse program, allowing Dot distributors to virtually store Dot’s 30,000 stock items and deliver them on demand. </p> <p class="CM3">By linking the Dot on Demand® and Virtual Warehouse® programs together, Dot provides distributors with the ability to offer additional inventory without taking up valuable warehouse space.  Everything is housed within Dot’s Web site, making a virtual warehouse obtainable to any distributor with Internet access. Basically, the distributor sets up an account with Dot, specifying markups by temperature category or supplier. Once an order is placed, it can be delivered with a regular Dot order or directly to the operator customer via one of three FedEx options.</p> <p class="CM3">“Our customers have been asking for customized price views with ordering options for years, and Dot is delivering,” said Evans Hammond, corporate account manager for Dot Foods. “The program is free to use, and it eliminates the need to stock slow movers and specialty items. It’s just one more example of how Dot is making inventory more efficient for distributors, particularly in these difficult economic times.”</p> <p class="CM3">With the new system, distributor sales representatives can sit with a customer and search by specific brand, pack size, product description, or Dot, UPC or manufacturer item numbers, and their customized view will show the pricing available to the operator customer instead of Dot’s pricing. Once the DSR pulls up the product, he/she can navigate through the Dot Expressway like any other online retail site, placing the order and selecting fulfillment options. All pricing for the shipping options is clearly labeled in the shopping cart when the order is placed.</p> <p class="CM3">“Ultimately our goal is to benefit our customers, and we expect they’ll see increased sales through the ability to offer more specialty items and a larger overall inventory,” said Hammond. “By making the program accessible through the Internet, it’s easier than ever to implement a virtual warehouse.”</p> <p class="Default">For additional information on the enhanced program, visit <span style="text-decoration: underline;">http://www.dotfoods.com/nf_dotdemand.html</span> and scroll down to download an article by Hammond.</p> <p class="CM2">Dot Foods Inc. carries 83,000 products from 500 food industry manufacturers and is the largest food redistributor in the United States. Dot Foods and Dot Transportation sell and deliver foodservice, convenience, retail, vending, equipment and supplies to leading distributors in all 50 states. Dot Foods operates eight distribution centers in: Modesto, Calif.; Vidalia, Ga.; Burley, Idaho; Mt. Sterling, Ill.; Cambridge City, Ind.; Williamsport, Md.; Liverpool, N.Y.; and Ardmore, Okla. For information, visit <span style="text-decoration: underline;">www.dotfoods.com</span>. </p>http://www.dotfoods.com/news-events/dot-foods-partners-with-ffp,-manufacturers-to-deliver-100-truckloads-of-food-to-haiti/http://www.dotfoods.com/news-events/dot-foods-partners-with-ffp,-manufacturers-to-deliver-100-truckloads-of-food-to-haiti/Food redistributor working with Food For the Poor, food manufacturing community to collect and transport food and suppliesSun, 10 Jan 2010 11:00:00 -0600<p class="Default">MT. STERLING, Ill. – Dot Foods, the largest food redistributor in the United States, is partnering with Food For the Poor and its food manufacturer partners to generate 100 truckloads of food products and transport them to Haiti as soon as possible. In addition, Dot will match all employee donations made to the Haitian relief effort and plans to immediately send two truckloads of product to Haiti on top of the monthly truckload donation it has been providing for the last 10 years. </p> <p class="CM2">Dot and FFP are coordinating efforts to reach out to Dot’s manufacturers for food donations. Dot and FFP will then facilitate the transportation of the product. They will move the food from any plant or warehouse where the manufacturer has the product to ports in southern Florida for the transfer to Haiti.</p> <p class="CM2">“It is with great empathy for the Haitian people and consistency with our values that we have organized an immediate response to this cataclysmic event,” said Pat Tracy, chairman of Dot Foods. “It is our intention to provide significant relief in this worldwide effort by contributing food, transportation services and money. I have had the opportunity to visit the slums in Port-au-Prince and the poverty is so widespread and so complete in the country of Haiti that it truly makes it a heartbreaking catastrophe.”</p> <p class="CM2">Dot also is matching its employee contributions to the Haitian relief effort dollar-for-dollar. All of the money Dot’s employees donate along with Dot’s match will be sent directly to FFP. Dot has been working with FFP, the largest international charity in the United States, for 10 years, delivering a truckload of food product to Haiti every month. </p> <p class="Default">Dot Foods Inc. carries 83,000 products from 500 food industry manufacturers and is the largest food redistributor in the United States. Dot Foods and Dot Transportation sell and deliver foodservice, convenience, retail, vending, equipment and supplies to leading distributors in all 50 states. Dot Foods operates eight distribution centers in: Modesto, Calif.; Vidalia, Ga.; Burley, Idaho; Mt. Sterling, Ill.; Cambridge City, Ind.; Williamsport, Md.; Liverpool, N.Y.; and Ardmore, Okla. For information, visit <span style="text-decoration: underline;">www.dotfoods.com</span>. </p>http://www.dotfoods.com/news-events/capital-city-thermo-kingthermo-king-corp-named-dti%E2%80%99s-vendor-of-the-year/http://www.dotfoods.com/news-events/capital-city-thermo-kingthermo-king-corp-named-dti%E2%80%99s-vendor-of-the-year/MT. STERLING, ILLINOIS, November 24, 2009 – Dot Transportation, Inc. (DTI) trucks and trailers are only as good as the parts they’re made of. Capital City Thermo King/Thermo King Corp. received DTI’s 2008 Vendor of the Year Award for providing excellent service and product support.Tue, 24 Nov 2009 11:00:00 -0600<p class="CM2">MT. STERLING, ILLINOIS, November 24, 2009 – Dot Transportation, Inc. (DTI) trucks and trailers are only as good as the parts they’re made of. Capital City Thermo King/Thermo King Corp. received DTI’s 2008 Vendor of the Year Award for providing excellent service and product support.</p> <p class="CM2">“Not only is their quality and service exceptional,” says Kevin Buss, DTI Director of Fleet Maintenance, “but our drivers are satisfied with their equipment and Capital City Thermo King is always looking for ways to make service and support even better.”</p> <p class="CM2">Capital City Thermo King is the Springfield, Ill. dealership for Thermo King Corporation. They provide refrigerated units for DTI’s trailers. DTI has been in business with Capital City for 20 years.</p> <p class="CM2">DTI is a wholly owned subsidiary of Dot Foods, Inc. DTI transports foodservice, convenience, retail, vending and equipment and supplies for 700 of the nation’s top manufacturers to over 3,600 food distributors in all 50 states.</p> <p class="CM2">Customers are served through daily or weekly deliveries on DTI’s multi-temperature tractor-trailer units operating out of eight distribution centers located in Mt. Sterling, Ill.; Vidalia, Ga.; Modesto, Calif.; Williamsport, Md.; Liverpool, N.Y.; Ardmore, Okla.; Cambridge City, Ind.; and Burley, Idaho.</p> <p class="Default">Dot Foods Inc. carries 83,000 products from 500 food industry manufacturers and is the largest food redistributor in the United States. Dot Foods and Dot Transportation sell and deliver foodservice, convenience, retail, vending, equipment and supplies to leading distributors in all 50 states. For information, visit <span style="text-decoration: underline;">www.dotfoods.com </span>. </p>http://www.dotfoods.com/news-events/dot-foods-signs-with-1sync-and-aligntrac-for-data-synchronization/http://www.dotfoods.com/news-events/dot-foods-signs-with-1sync-and-aligntrac-for-data-synchronization/BALTIMORE, Md. (Oct. 19, 2009) – At the IFDA Distribution Solutions Conference today, Dot Foods, the largest food redistributor in the United States, announced that it has entered into a technology agreement with 1SYNC – the GS1 US data pool – and Aligntrac Solutions following a recently completed pilot. Aligntrac and 1SYNC provide leading solutions for GS1 standards in data exchange among businesses, enabling them to upgrade the accuracy and availability of product information throughout the supply chain.Mon, 19 Oct 2009 11:00:00 -0500<p class="CM4">BALTIMORE, Md. (Oct. 19, 2009) – At the IFDA Distribution Solutions Conference today, Dot Foods, the largest food redistributor in the United States, announced that it has entered into a technology agreement with 1SYNC – the GS1 US data pool – and Aligntrac Solutions following a recently completed pilot. Aligntrac and 1SYNC provide leading solutions for GS1 standards in data exchange among businesses, enabling them to upgrade the accuracy and availability of product information throughout the supply chain.</p> <p class="CM4">Dot Foods is a founding member and Governance Committee leader of the recently announced Foodservice GS1 US Standards Initiative. The Initiative is made up of 55 founding-member distributors, manufacturers and operators voluntarily committing to GS1 standards adoption for product information and electronic data exchange. Dot Foods’ suppliers that individually choose to comply with GS1 standards will publish product information to their GDSN data pool of choice, and Aligntrac will retrieve it from 1SYNC to populate Dot Foods’ back-end information systems.</p> <p class="CM4">Throughout the two month pilot, 1SYNC and Aligntrac worked with Dot Foods and 4 leading foodservice manufacturers to implement electronic exchange through GDSN. To measure the impact of the pilot, they tracked discrepancies between GDSN data, and contrasted that data with data that was manually entered or synchronized through EDI. Dot was impressed, and also surprised, at key results. “We knew that we would find that GDSN was superior in data quality and integrity compared to manually entered data, but we were surprised that GDSN was also consistently more accurate than EDI data synchronization, the pinnacle we sought to achieve for so many years. With Aligntrac and 1SYNC, we will be years ahead of where we were before,” said Dick Tracy, VP of Customer Development, Dot Foods.</p> <p class="CM4">“We are thrilled with the results of the pilot and welcome Dot Foods as our newest customer. We look forward to helping Dot Foods achieve the many benefits of the Global Data Synchronization Network,” said Ed Howe, President, Aligntrac Solutions.</p> <p class="CM1">“Our choice of GS1 standards, with Aligntrac importing data to Dot Foods from the 1SYNC data pool will help us provide more accurate, up-to-date information to our customers, driving cost out of the system and helping our customers better serve their customers,” said Dick Tracy. “The reason we chose 1SYNC as our data pool is not only because they proved undeniable value during the pilot, they are also in use by scores of our manufacturers already, demonstrating their reliability beyond our pilot scope. We chose Aligntrac for data retrieval because they thoroughly impressed us throughout the pilot with their knowledge of foodservice distribution and GS1 standards</p> <p class="CM4">– they coached us and our suppliers to get up and running successfully, and that makes all the difference.”</p> <p class="CM4">“The success of the Dot Foods pilot helps to demonstrate both the impact of GS1 standards in driving a new level of efficiency for adopting companies, and underscores the high quality of GS1 GDSN and its certified solutions providers. Through the pilot and through their leadership of the Foodservice GS1 US Standards Initiative, Dot Foods is leading the way to demonstrate the benefits of standards adoption, to elevate the foodservice playing field overall,” said Joe Zenobio, SVP and Chief Product and Solutions Officer.</p> <p class="CM4">The pilot case study will be available later this month on the Initiative website, which also provides a wealth of information about the resources available to guide implementation for foodservice manufacturers, distributors and operators that choose to adopt GS1 standards ( <span style="text-decoration: underline;">www.gs1us.org/foodservice </span>).</p> <p class="CM4">Note to the editor: The Global Data Synchronization Network enables companies to connect and communicate with their trading partners and improve the accuracy and efficiency of their collaboration. Using GS1 GDSN-certified data pools such as 1SYNC, companies register and synchronize supply chain information through the GS1 Global Registry, which serves as a centralized information repository. The elimination of informational inaccuracies helps companies achieve a wide range of business benefits, including reductions in out-of-stocks, mis-shipments, purchase order/invoicing errors, and transportation costs.</p> <p class="CM1">About Dot Foods</p> <p class="CM4">Dot Foods Inc. carries 83,000 products from 500 food industry manufacturers and is the largest food redistributor in the United States. Dot Foods and Dot Transportation sell and deliver foodservice, convenience, retail, vending, equipment and supplies to leading distributors in all 50 states. Dot Foods operates eight distribution centers, located in: Modesto, Calif.; Vidalia, Ga.; Burley, Idaho; Mt. Sterling, Ill.; Cambridge City, Ind.; Williamsport, Md.; Liverpool, N.Y.; and Ardmore, Okla. For information, visit <span style="text-decoration: underline;">www.dotfoods.com </span>.</p> <p class="CM1">About Aligntrac Solutions</p> <p class="CM4">Aligntrac's Sync/PDI™ platform allows sell-side companies to organize, cleanse and synchronize their product information and buy-side organizations to quickly implement the automated flow of item/catalogue information. Sync/PDI™ is a full-featured solution that was designed with ease of use in mind. It features sophisticated data validation, several integration options and many end-user searching and reporting capabilities. Aligntrac is a certified 1SYNC™ Solution Partner and the Sync/PDI™ solution supports the current 1SYNC Data Pool. For more information, visit <span style="text-decoration: underline;">www.aligntrac.com </span>.</p> <p class="CM1">About GS1 US</p> <p>GS1 US is a not-for-profit organization dedicated to the adoption and implementation of standards-based, global supply-chain solutions. More than 200,000 businesses in 25 industries in the U.S. and two-million companies worldwide rely on GS1 US for trading-partner collaboration and for maximizing the cost effectiveness, speed, visibility, and traceability of their goods moving around the world. They achieve these benefits through GS1 US solutions based on GS1 global unique-numbering and identification systems, bar codes, Electronic Product Code-based RFID, data synchronization, and electronic information exchange. GS1 US operates the subsidiaries and brands 1SYNC™; BarCodes and eCom™; EPCglobal US™; GS1 Healthcare US; and RosettaNet. It also manages the United Nations Standard Products and Services Code (UNSPSC®) for the UNDP. For more information, visit <span style="text-decoration: underline;">www.gs1us.org </span>. </p>http://www.dotfoods.com/news-events/dot-foods-receives-prestigious-business-award/http://www.dotfoods.com/news-events/dot-foods-receives-prestigious-business-award/Nation’s largest food redistributor is one of three businesses honored for growth Mon, 12 Oct 2009 11:00:00 -0500<p class="CM3">MT. STERLING, Ill. – Dot Foods of Mt. Sterling was honored for its entrepreneurial spirit on Monday, Oct. 12, at the Tri-State Development Summit in Fairfield, Iowa.</p> <p class="CM3">The Tri-State Development Steering Committee recognized Dot Foods and two other companies for their success in developing their businesses. The committee selected three companies, one from each of its participating states of Illinois, Iowa and Missouri, that it believed had the most “inspiring story of entrepreneurship.” Companies were recognized based on revenue and employee growth.</p> <p class="CM3">“It is an honor that we were selected for this recognition,” said Jim Tracy, executive vice president and general counsel for Dot Foods. “The vision that my father had for Dot Foods when he founded it nearly 50 years ago is still in place and has helped it grow into the successful company it is today.”</p> <p class="CM3">Founded by Robert F. Tracy in 1960, Dot Foods employs 3,200 people nationwide, with 1,600 of those jobs in Mt. Sterling. The company is the largest food redistributor in the United States, carrying 83,000 products from 500 food industry manufacturers. As the corporate headquarters, the Mt. Sterling location is the main hub for operations throughout the country.</p> <p class="CM3">More than 300 people attended the summit, which celebrated more than a decade of regional collaboration under the Summit’s initiative to improve the quality of life of the tri-state region through economic development activities. </p> <p class="CM3">Dot Foods and Dot Transportation sell and deliver foodservice, convenience, retail, vending, equipment and supplies to leading distributors in all 50 states. Dot Foods operates nine distribution centers in: Modesto, Calif.; Vidalia, Ga.; Burley, Idaho; Mt. Sterling, Ill.; Joliet, Ill.; Cambridge City, Ind.; Williamsport, Md.; Liverpool, N.Y.; and Ardmore, Okla. For information, visit <span style="text-decoration: underline;">www.dotfoods.com</span>. </p>http://www.dotfoods.com/news-events/dot-foods-improves-efficiency-with-aligntrac-synchronization/http://www.dotfoods.com/news-events/dot-foods-improves-efficiency-with-aligntrac-synchronization/Mt. Sterling, IL and Toronto, ON – September 16, 2009: Dot Foods and Aligntrac Solutions, Inc. today announced that Dot Foods has successfully completed a foodservice industry pilot of Global Data Synchronization utilizing Aligntrac’s Sync/PDI™ platform, the 1SYNC Data Pool, and GS1 standards. As a result, Dot Foods is now moving their data synchronization solution into production.Wed, 09 Sep 2009 11:00:00 -0500 <p class="CM2">Mt. Sterling, IL and Toronto, ON - September 16, 2009: Dot Foods and Aligntrac Solutions, Inc. today announced that Dot Foods has successfully completed a foodservice industry pilot of Global Data Synchronization utilizing Aligntrac's Sync/PDI™ platform, the 1SYNC Data Pool, and GS1 standards. As a result, Dot Foods is now moving their data synchronization solution into production.</p> <p class="CM2">"Our choice of GS1 standards, with 1SYNC as our data pool and Aligntrac to retrieve data and populate our back office systems helps us provide more accurate, up-to-date information to our customers, driving cost out of the system and helping our customers better serve their customers," said Dick Tracy, VP of Customer Development, Dot Foods. "The reason we chose Aligntrac for data retrieval is because they impressed us throughout the pilot with their knowledge of foodservice distribution and GS1 standards - they coached us and our suppliers to get up and running successfully, and that makes all the difference."</p> <p class="CM2">Sync/PDI™ is a comprehensive system that allows foodservice distributors to quickly automate their implementation of Global Data Synchronization using the GS1 standards. The system provides integration, validation, and supplier capabilities to simplify a distributor's implementation and operation of data synchronization and is backed by Aligntrac's strong expertise in the GS1 standards.</p> <p class="CM2">Earlier this year, the foodservice industry under the leadership of IFDA, IFMA, and GS1 created a roadmap for the adoption of GS1 standards for data synchronization and the definition of specific guidelines for the foodservice industry. As part of this initiative, Dot Foods agreed to pilot the standards and selected Aligntrac's Sync/PDI™ platform.</p> <p class="CM2">Aligntrac worked with Dot Foods and several leading foodservice manufacturers to prove that Global Data Synchronization can benefit Dot and the foodservice industry. The pilot study confirmed the scope of discrepancies between manufacturer and distributor systems and demonstrated how data synchronization eliminates that gap and improves the quality and timeliness of product information that Dot Foods uses internally and with their customers.</p> <p class="CM2">Dot Foods is looking forward to a successful rollout of data synchronization with their suppliers and to the success of the foodservice industry initiative. Dot Foods is part of the Foodservice Industry Working Group that is setting standards and voluntary timelines for foodservice industry adoption of Global Data Synchronization.</p> <p class="CM2">Aligntrac Solutions is focused on data synchronization and assisting manufacturers, distributors, retailers and other supply chain organizations synchronize product information. The Aligntrac Sync/PDI™ platform, available as a hosted service and behind-the-firewall solution, includes numerous features to make data synchronization easy.</p> <p class="CM1">"Dot Foods' rollout is a significant step to bringing the benefits of Global Data Synchronization to Dot Foods and in Dot Foods playing a leadership role in the foodservice industry," said Ed Howe, President, Aligntrac Solutions.</p> <p class="CM1">About Aligntrac Solutions</p> <p class="CM2">Aligntrac's Sync/PDI™ platform allows sell-side companies to organize, cleanse and synchronize their product information and buy-side organizations to quickly implement the automated flow of item/catalogue information. Sync/PDI™ is a full-featured solution that was designed with ease of use in mind. It features sophisticated data validation, several integration options and many end-user searching and reporting capabilities. Aligntrac is a certified 1SYNC™ Solution Partner and the Sync/PDI™ solution supports the current 1SYNC Data Pool. For more information, visit www.aligntrac.com.</p> <p class="Default">About Dot Foods</p> <p>Dot Foods Inc. carries 83,000 products from 500 food industry manufacturers and is the largest food redistributor in the United States. Dot Foods and Dot Transportation sell and deliver foodservice, convenience, retail, vending, equipment and supplies to leading distributors in all 50 states. Dot Foods operates eight distribution centers, located in: Modesto, Calif.; Vidalia, Ga.; Burley, Idaho; Mt. Sterling, Ill.; Cambridge City, Ind.; Williamsport, Md.; Liverpool, N.Y.; and Ardmore, Okla. For information, visit www.dotfoods.com.&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;</p> http://www.dotfoods.com/news-events/dot-foods-to-redistribute-imported-lamb-nationwide/http://www.dotfoods.com/news-events/dot-foods-to-redistribute-imported-lamb-nationwide/Dot is the first company to redistribute imported lamb from coast to coast as part of its normal offering Mon, 16 Mar 2009 11:00:00 -0500<p class="CM2">MT. STERLING, Ill. – Starting March 16, Dot Foods Inc., the largest food redistributor in the United States, will be the first and only company to redistribute imported lamb from coast to coast. Dot Foods will be stocking New Zealand and Australian Frenched Racks, as well as many other items from The Lamb Co. Brands include New Zealand Spring Brand and Opal Valley.</p> <p class="CM2">Protein buyers currently either buy direct from importers or source from regional redistributors or traders. Because Dot is a national company, it can fulfill the order in any mainland U.S. state within three to five days. In addition, buyers can purchase as little as one case of this low-volume, high-cost product along with the rest of their frozen Dot order. </p> <p class="CM2">“We’ve received a number of requests to offer products in the lamb category and share in our customer’s excitement about this new offering,” said Rodd Willis, director of protein sales and purchasing. “We are pleased to be able to help customers source this protein category in a more efficient way.” Willis explained that lamb is not typically sourced in truckload volumes like other protein products, so it is a natural fit for the Dot supply chain model.  </p> <p class="Default">Dot Foods Inc. carries 83,000 products from 500 food industry manufacturers and is the largest food redistributor in the United States. Dot Foods and Dot Transportation sell and deliver foodservice, convenience, retail, vending, equipment and supplies to leading distributors in all 50 states. Dot Foods operates nine distribution centers in: Modesto, Calif.; Vidalia, Ga.; Burley, Idaho; Mt. Sterling, Ill.; Joliet, Ill.; Cambridge City, Ind.; Williamsport, Md.; Liverpool, N.Y.; and Ardmore, Okla. For information, visit <span style="text-decoration: underline;">www.dotfoods.com</span>. </p>http://www.dotfoods.com/news-events/dot-foods-first-to-redistribute-fresh-meat-nationwide/http://www.dotfoods.com/news-events/dot-foods-first-to-redistribute-fresh-meat-nationwide/Largest food redistributor in the U.S. now offering beef and pork products across the country Fri, 06 Mar 2009 11:00:00 -0600<p class="CM3">MT. STERLING, Ill. – When Dot Foods Inc. ships its first case of fresh meat to the West Coast on April 6, it will become the first food redistributor to offer both refrigerated and frozen meat nationwide. Dot started redistributing protein products to customers in the Midwest in August 2008, rolling them out to the eastern half of the United States in December.</p> <p class="CM3">According to Rodd Willis, director of protein sales and purchasing, there were several systems Dot had to put in place to make sure the meat was delivered to customers with adequate shelf life remaining. “This category is tricky because of the shelf life. We could offer frozen meat with our current systems, but the fresh meat presented unique challenges. We developed a new IT system to manage inventory based on days past production and established relationships with suppliers on the West Coast to ensure the product would not have to travel across the country.”</p> <p class="CM3">Dot’s current protein offerings include boneless boxed beef, bone-in boxed beef, refrigerated and frozen ground beef, fresh and frozen pork, and frozen lamb. Dot warehouses the meat at its flagship distribution center in Mt. Sterling, Ill., to serve the Midwest and East Coast and at its Burley, Idaho, distribution center to serve the West Coast. Visit <span style="text-decoration: underline;">www.dotfoods.com/products.html</span> for a complete list of products.</p> <p class="CM3">“Our customers have been very enthusiastic about our protein offerings, and we are actively looking to expand our inventory with new suppliers as our customers seek out additional offerings from us,” said Willis. “As with any of our products, the benefit to our customers is that our significant buying power and nationwide distribution mean they can purchase a smaller volume than if they bought the meat directly from the manufacturer.”</p> <p class="Default">Dot Foods Inc. carries 83,000 products from 500 food industry manufacturers and is the largest food redistributor in the United States. Dot Foods and Dot Transportation sell and deliver foodservice, convenience, retail, vending, equipment and supplies to leading distributors in all 50 states. Dot Foods operates nine distribution centers in: Modesto, Calif.; Vidalia, Ga.; Burley, Idaho; Mt. Sterling, Ill.; Joliet, Ill.; Cambridge City, Ind.; Williamsport, Md.; Liverpool, N.Y.; and Ardmore, Okla. For information, visit <span style="text-decoration: underline;">www.dotfoods.com</span>. </p>http://www.dotfoods.com/news-events/dot-foods-and-dot-transportation-give-some-tlc-to-the-community/http://www.dotfoods.com/news-events/dot-foods-and-dot-transportation-give-some-tlc-to-the-community/Company kicks off employee volunteer program – Teaming with Local Charities – at headquarters Tue, 17 Feb 2009 11:00:00 -0600 <div> <p class="CM4">MT. STERLING, Ill. - On Feb. 6, 2009, Dot Foods and Dot Transportation hosted "Heart of Our Community," a launch party to announce Dot's employee volunteer program, Teaming with Local Charities. Dot's community partners for 2009 include Big Brothers Big Sisters, Habitat for Humanity and the Brown County Schools academic volunteer program. The event was held at the Mt. Sterling YMCA, where 300 attendees - employees and their families - gathered to enjoy games, prizes and food.&nbsp;&nbsp;</p> <p class="CM2">The event was a celebration of an employee incentive program Dot established to reward employees for volunteering in the community. Dot has had a charitable committee for several years and makes donations in the areas of community development, secondary education and health and wellness. Although many employees already volunteered in the community, Dot recently formalized the TLC program, which gives employees who volunteer 20</p> <p class="CM4">hours the choice of a day off with pay or a $400 donation in their name to a local nonprofit organization. Employees are eligible for the incentive up to three times a year. The program currently is available at Dot headquarters only but will be expanded to other distribution centers in the future.</p> <p class="CM3">"Volunteering has always been a part of the corporate culture at Dot, but we wanted to expand our involvement," said Suzy Kassing, training and development manager and charitable committee chairperson. "The TLC&nbsp;program allows us to reach more individuals in</p> <p class="Default">Accounts receivable employee Jennifer Cagle of Beardstown the nine-county area surrounding Mt. Sterling."&nbsp; spun the prize wheel and also won Blues tickets in the drawing.</p> <p class="CM4">Dot recruited approximately 50 employees to participate in the TLC program during the launch party, for a total of 125 participants in the program. Guests also entered a drawing for prizes such as St. Louis Cardinals and Rams tickets, gas cards, a coupon for a dozen roses and grocery gift cards. Camp Point resident Amy Salamon, who works in the corporate communications department, won the grand prize drawing and selected a Wii video game system. Employees also participated in activities related to the three charities, such as building birdhouses to simulate Habitat for Humanity.</p> <p class="CM4">Dot's commitment to the community starts at the top. The owners of Dot established The Tracy Family Foundation in 1997, and the foundation has continuously donated to not-for-profit agencies throughout the Mt. Sterling area. Charitable giving is focused in Brown, Adams, Cass, Fulton, Hancock, McDonough, Morgan, Pike and Schuyler counties. In addition, each Dot location has its own employee-sponsored charitable committee that initiates volunteer and giving opportunities in surrounding communities.</p> <p class="CM4">Dot Foods Inc. carries 83,000 products from 500 food industry manufacturers and is the largest food redistributor in the United States. Dot Foods and Dot Transportation sell and deliver foodservice, convenience, retail, vending, equipment and supplies to leading distributors in all 50 states. Dot Foods operates nine distribution centers in: Modesto, Calif.; Vidalia, Ga.; Burley, Idaho; Mt. Sterling, Ill.; Joliet, Ill.; Cambridge City, Ind.; Williamsport, Md.; Liverpool, N.Y.; and Ardmore, Okla. For information, visit&nbsp;<span>www.dotfoods.com</span>.&nbsp;</p> </div>