Sell to Chefs and Foodservice | Local Line + Sysco® Marketplace
Local Line Sysco® MarketplaceOfficial Partner
Your products. Sysco's chefs. A new sales channel you don't have to build.
Local Line is a partner of Sysco Marketplace, giving US farms and specialty producers direct access to chefs and foodservice operators without adding operational overhead.
100K+Active chefs on Sysco
Marketplace
~4 weeksFrom application to live listings
$0Listing fee from Sysco
Apply to List on Sysco Marketplace
Submit your details and a member of our team will reach out to walk you through the process.
Eligibility
This program is open to US-based farms and specialty food producers across all categories. Preference is given to unique, hard-to-find, and differentiated products, the more distinctive your offering, the stronger the fit. Alcohol products are not eligible. All applications are reviewed and approved by the Local Line team before listing.
Sysco's platform for hard-to-find products.
Sysco Marketplace is Sysco's curated digital platform where professional chefs and foodservice operators discover specialty, regional, and unique products beyond the traditional broadline assortment. It's the destination for chefs who want ingredients that make their menus stand out, not the same items every kitchen already uses.
- Farm-direct and specialty products placed within Sysco's ecosystem
- Chefs browse and order from your listing, no cold outreach required
- Orders flow directly into your Local Line account for easy fulfillment
- You ship direct to the chef—no Sysco warehouse involvement
What sells on Sysco Marketplace
Sysco Marketplace prioritizes differentiated, specialty items. If your products are rare, regional, or unique, this channel is built for you.
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- Dry & Shelf-Stable
- Packaged goods that ship reliably and stay fresh longer.
- Specialty grains
- Dried legumes
- Artisan pasta
- Packaged goods that ship reliably and stay fresh longer.
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- Frozen Specialty
- Premium frozen items with a story chefs want on their menus.
- Heritage cuts
- Specialty stocks
- Rare proteins
- Premium frozen items with a story chefs want on their menus.
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- Exotic & Specialty Meats
- Unique proteins that set menus apart from the competition.
- Wild game
- Rare breeds
- Specialty cuts
- Unique proteins that set menus apart from the competition.
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- Foraged & Rare Produce
- Seasonal, hard-to-source items with genuine culinary appeal.
- Foraged mushrooms
- Exotic varieties
- Specialty sauces
- Seasonal, hard-to-source items with genuine culinary appeal.
How It Works
From application to your first chef order in approximately five weeks.
- Apply & Get Approved
Submit your application form. Our team reviews your application and responds within one week with an approval or next steps.
~1 week turnaround
- We Help You Set Up
Local Line works directly with you to build your Sysco price list: products, pricing, photos, shipping info, packaging, and required business documents.
Hands-on support
- Your Products Go Live
Approved listings go live on Sysco Marketplace in approximately four weeks, visible to hundreds of thousands of professional chefs.
~3 weeks to live
- Orders Come to You
Chef orders flow directly into your Local Line account. Accept within 24 hours, ship within 48, no new systems, no new processes.
Via Local Line
- Ship & Get Paid
Pack and ship direct to the chef using your preferred carrier. Receive payment via ACH on net-60 terms, predictable and streamlined.
Net-60 ACH
Pricing
Our pricing is designed to be as simple as the program itself.
One-Time Setup Fee
$250 Paid once to get started
Sales Fee
3% per order received through US Foods Direct
A small fee on orders generated through the channel. No monthly subscription required. Only pay when you sell.
What to Expect
Sysco is the largest foodservice distributor in North America, serving customers coast to coast. Here's what the opportunity looks like.
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Nationwide Reach
Sysco serves customers across the US. Your products will be discoverable to a national base of professional buyers who are actively shopping for specialty and differentiated ingredients.
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A Channel Worth Promoting
The more you promote your Sysco listing, through your social channels, newsletter, and existing buyers, the more visibility your products gain. Suppliers who actively market their listing see better results.
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Works Alongside Your Other Channels
Sysco Marketplace works in parallel with your existing sales, your CSA, farmers market, and wholesale relationships continue unchanged. Your independence is protected.
💡 Orders through Sysco Marketplace are not guaranteed and will vary based on product type, category demand, and listing visibility. This program is best suited as a growth channel alongside your existing sales, not a replacement for them.
Common Questions
Who is eligible to list on Sysco Marketplace?
This program is open to US-based farms and specialty food producers. Preference is given to unique, differentiated, and hard-to-find products: foraged mushrooms, exotic meats, rare sauces, or specialty grains. The more distinctive your offering, the stronger the fit. Alcohol products are not eligible. All applications are reviewed by Local Line before listing.
How long does the full process take, from application to going live?
After submitting your interest form, our team will follow up within 1–2 business days. Once you begin the setup process, product applications are reviewed by Sysco in approximately one week, and approved items go live within approximately four weeks.
Do I ship to a Sysco warehouse or directly to the chef?
You ship directly to the chef or foodservice operator, not to a Sysco distribution center. This keeps your fulfillment process simple and means you maintain control over how your products are packed and presented.
Ready to reach America's chefs?
Submit your application and our team will follow up to walk you through everything. It takes about 10 minutes to get started.
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