Louisville, Kentucky and Orlando, Florida – September 9, 2026 – What Chefs Want today announced the acquisition of Quality Cut Produce, a Florida-based fresh-cut produce company known for its high-quality processing capabilities, commitment to food safety, and service to foodservice operators throughout the region.
The acquisition strengthens What Chefs Want’s growing presence across Florida while significantly expanding the company’s PrepKitchen operation, providing additional production capacity and a state-of-the-art fresh-cut produce facility to support chefs, schools, healthcare providers, hospitality groups, and other foodservice customers throughout the state.
For years, Quality Cut Produce has built a reputation for delivering consistently prepared fresh fruits and vegetables that help customers reduce labor, improve consistency, and increase kitchen efficiency. By joining the What Chefs Want family, the company will continue serving customers with the same commitment to quality while gaining access to a broader product offering, expanded distribution capabilities, and additional operational resources.
“This acquisition is a natural fit for our long-term vision in Florida,” said Ron Turnier, Founder and CEO of What Chefs Want. “Quality Cut Produce has built an outstanding operation focused on quality, food safety, and customer service. Their expertise in fresh-cut produce aligns perfectly with our PrepKitchen model and allows us to expand our ability to help chefs save time, reduce prep labor, and maintain consistency in their kitchens. We’re excited to welcome their team into the What Chefs Want family.”
Quality Cut Produce customers will continue working with the team they know and trust while gaining access to the broader What Chefs Want portfolio, including fresh produce, meat, seafood, dairy, gourmet products, pantry staples, and to go and paper essentials.
“Joining What Chefs Want creates exciting opportunities for our customers and employees,” said Wanzell Underwood, Owner of Quality Cut Produce. “Both companies share a commitment to quality, service, and helping foodservice operators succeed. We’re excited about what this means for the future.”
The acquisition represents another milestone in What Chefs Want’s continued investment in Florida, expanding the company’s ability to provide chefs with innovative products, exceptional service, and solutions that help kitchens operate more efficiently.
About What Chefs Want
What Chefs Want is a chef centered distributor dedicated to exceptional service and unmatched convenience. The company offers fresh produce, meat, seafood, dairy, gourmet products, pantry staples, and to go and paper essentials, with daily delivery, no order minimums, split case quantities, and 24/7 customer support. The company’s online ordering platform provides a seamless and efficient experience for chefs and foodservice partners.
About Quality Cut Produce
Quality Cut Produce is a Florida-based fresh-cut produce company specializing in high-quality prepared fruits and vegetables for foodservice customers. The company is known for its commitment to food safety, consistency, and customer service.
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