About H. Smith Food Group plc

H. Smith Food Group plc is one of the UK's leading independent frozen food importers and distributors, specialising in premium poultry, seafood, duck, pork and vegetarian products. From our purpose-built facility in Essex, we source quality ingredients globally and deliver throughout the British Isles and Ireland.

Since starting out in Chelmsford in 1990, H. Smith has evolved from a small direct sales operation to a respected industry leader with our own custom-built cold store facility & logistics department. Our journey has seen continuous growth through strategic expansion and adaptation to changing market conditions. With our tight-knit team of experienced staff led by six hands-on directors, we maintain the agility to respond quickly to market trends while offering the reliability of an established company with multiple decades in the business.

At H. Smith Food Group plc, we supply a diverse customer base including wholesalers, cash and carries, caterers, retailers, food-to-go outlets, foodservice companies and quick service restaurants (QSRs) throughout the UK and Ireland. Our integrated approach to storage and distribution via our own vehicle fleet enables us to maintain consistent service levels, even during challenging periods. We pride ourselves on building lasting relationships with customers of all sizes, providing them with both branded and bespoke product solutions.

We operate according to three core principles that guide every aspect of our business. Traceability sits at the heart of our operation, with a comprehensive document management system ensuring complete transparency in our supply chain. We demonstrate accountability through our dual BRC AA-grade accreditations and active membership in leading food industry associations.

Sustainability drives our business decisions, from the 540 PV panels on our Rainham facility roof to our commitment to reducing food and packaging waste throughout our operations. These values are complemented by our family business ethos that prioritises personal service.