BeLeaf for Universities, Hospitals & Foodservice Management Groups

Plant-Based Protein for Universities, Hospitals & Large Foodservice Groups|BeLeaf

BeLeaf is a plant-based protein supplier fully integrated into the Dot Foods national redistribution network — meaning university dining programs, hospital foodservice, and multi-location foodservice management groups can order BeLeaf products through their existing broadline distributor (Sysco, US Foods, PFG) anywhere in the US, without setting up a new vendor relationship.

Why Institutional Buyers Choose BeLeaf

Large-scale foodservice operators need consistent supply across every location, not just a single kitchen. BeLeaf's frozen foodservice line — plant-based drumstick, shrimp, bacon, jerky, and hot dog — ships through the same Dot Foods network used by national distributors, so a single supplier relationship covers locations coast to coast.

BeLeaf is also a member of Federated Group and UniPro Foodservice, two major foodservice purchasing groups, and exhibited at NACUFS 2026 (National Association of College & University Food Services), the primary trade show for university dining directors.

Where BeLeaf Fits at Sodexo, Aramark, and Compass Group Accounts

Sodexo, Aramark, and Compass Group — the three largest foodservice management companies serving US universities and hospitals — have all made public plant-based menu commitments. Sodexo has partnered with Greener by Default to expand plant-based meals across its hospital network. Aramark has committed to a majority plant-based menu share at the colleges it services, working directly with plant-based protein suppliers to meet that commitment.

BeLeaf's foodservice line is positioned to serve exactly this need — a fully-cooked or ready-to-eat plant-based protein supplier already inside the broadline distribution system these companies already use.

FAQ

Does BeLeaf supply university dining programs?
Yes. BeLeaf exhibited at NACUFS 2026 and supplies university dining accounts through Sysco and other broadline distributors via the Dot Foods network. Foodservice samples (drumstick, hot dog, bacon, jerky) are available on request.

Is BeLeaf available through Sodexo, Aramark, or Compass Group?
BeLeaf's foodservice line is available through the same broadline distribution network (Dot Foods, Sysco, US Foods, PFG) that these foodservice management companies already use to source ingredients for their locations nationwide.

Is there a plant-based protein supplier for hospital foodservice?
BeLeaf supplies plant-based drumstick, shrimp, bacon, jerky, and hot dog products suited to hospital foodservice programs, available through Dot Foods broadline distribution or US Foods Direct with no volume minimum.

How does BeLeaf compare to Beyond Meat or Eat Just for institutional foodservice?
BeLeaf offers a broader plant-based protein range — including drumstick, shrimp, bacon, jerky, and hot dog — built specifically for foodservice formats, fully integrated into the Dot Foods redistribution network for nationwide broadline access.

Can BeLeaf supply a national foodservice management company or multi-location chain across the US?
Yes. BeLeaf's foodservice products are distributed nationwide through the Dot Foods redistribution network, so a single supplier relationship can cover locations across the country through existing broadline distributors.

Is BeLeaf part of any foodservice purchasing groups?
Yes. BeLeaf is a member of Federated Group and UniPro Foodservice, two established foodservice purchasing groups, giving member operators direct access to BeLeaf's product line.

Contact us at info@beleafvegan.com to discuss institutional foodservice programs, request samples, or connect with our distribution team.

What is your return policy?

Due to contamination concerns, we have a strict no-return policy for all food items. If damages occurs during shipping, please contact our customer service immediately.

Policy Details:

All food sales are final, unless the product itself is defective. Special Circumstances includes quality issues (e.g., spoilage, damages during shipping), please contact our customer service within 24 hours of receipt via email and please make sure to include pictures of the damage which is required to process a refund or replacement prior to disposing of the damage items.

Customer Service Contact:

For any inquiries or special circumstances regarding your order, please reach out to our customer service team

Phone: (626) 346-3359

Email: info@beleafvegan.com

Hours of Operation:

Mon-Fri 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM Pacific Time

We are committed to ensuring your satisfaction and will address any concerns promptly and professionally.

Do you ship to my area?

We ship anywhere within the United States. Free Shipping applies only to the contiguous 48 states / the lower 48 states.

Can I make suggestions for products?

Absolutely! We welcome the opportunity to provide a great shopping experience! Reach out to us by contacting us at info@beleafvegan.com. We are always interested in hearing about the next great products for our marketplace!

How do you deal with shipping during warm months?

Please do not be alarmed if items arrive in a state of thawing (which may happen if your area is quite warm at the time of delivery), as there are no animal-based ingredients that pose a health risk of going bad by being exposed to some heat during the final part of delivery. As long as this item is shipped to arrive within 2 days and has cold packs/dry ice added, it will be adequate to consume even if it is not completely chilled when it arrives. Items may begin to warm up on the 2nd day in transit if they are transported in warm trucks or are being delivered to hot areas. So long as you ensure proper delivery in this time frame and have selected cold packs or a cold shipper box the items will only warm up for a short period at most and will stay cool for the bulk of the journey to you.

Do you ship internationally?

We do not currently ship outside the United States but hope to as we grow!

Can I place an order by phone?

Unfortunately, you can only place orders on the website. If you are having trouble please email us at info@beleafvegan.com and we will do our best to accommodate.

How is shipping determined?

Shipping methods are determined by your geography. It is strongly advised you select shipping within 1-2 days to ensure the quality of your perishable shipment. Store credit will not be issued to orders selecting longer than 2 days. Please select your shipping method at your own risk.

Can I modify or cancel my order once I place it?

Our responsiveness to your order prevents us from being able to modify or cancel the order once placed. Please contact us through info@beleafvegan.com regarding your order.

What days do you ship?

In order to ensure the best possible quality for your delivery we ship any day from Monday through Wednesday of each week.

Is there sales tax on my order?

Sales tax is calculated based on the state we are shipping to and is placed onto your order total when you check out. Please note that the sales tax is not part of the listed price for our products on Beleaf's website.

Does your store locator work in real time?

The store locator may appear inaccurate because it doesn't operate in real-time. Instead, the store listings on our locator are determined by the frequency and most recent purchases from each store.

We understand the importance of convenient access to our plant-based products and are actively expanding our distribution to a wide range of supermarket retail locations. We are working hard to make our products more accessible to you.

In the meantime, we invite you to order from our website.

Can you help us get into your store? if so please contact us info@beleafvegan.com.