Our Story
Behind every great business is a story of passion, dedication, and hard work. At Independent Food Distributor, widely known simply as IFD, we are no exception. We are a proudly family-run business, operated by three siblings who share a lifelong love for quality baked goods. Our journey began with a simple but ambitious goal. To provide Sydney’s cafés, restaurants, and caterers with premium, artisanal products backed by genuine, hands-on service. Today, from our bustling bakery in the heart of Mortdale, we continue to uphold the family values that have made us a trusted partner in the local hospitality industry.
What Sets Us Apart
What truly sets our team apart is our unwavering commitment to supporting local businesses. We understand that when your café or catering company succeeds, we succeed alongside you. This philosophy drives everything we do, from the meticulous attention to detail in our daily baking processes to the logistics of our reliable NSW-wide delivery network. We do not view our clients merely as accounts on a spreadsheet; we view them as partners in the food industry. Whether IFD is supplying a small boutique café with morning pastries or a large hospital with daily bread, we bring the exact same level of care and consistency to every single order.
Our strengths?
Our family-owned structure is one of our greatest strengths. It allows us to remain agile, responsive, and deeply connected to the needs of our clients. Unlike larger, faceless corporations, IFD provides a level of personalised service where you can speak directly to the people making decisions and baking your food. We know that the hospitality industry moves fast, and having a supplier that can adapt to your changing menu requirements or sudden catering demands is invaluable. This hands-on approach is woven into the very fabric of the IFD brand.
Our Mortdale facility is more than just a commercial bakery. It’s the heart of the IFD operation and a welcoming space for our clients. The adjoining Naked Baker café serves as the official IFD tasting showroom, where we love to host our B2B partners. It is a vibrant place where we can share our latest pastry creations, discuss bespoke menu solutions, and build the strong, face-to-face relationships that are the foundation of IFD. We believe that tasting the product fresh from the oven is the best way to understand the IFD difference.
Partnering With Us
When you choose to partner with IFD, you are not just ordering bread and pastries. You are welcoming our family’s passion and expertise into your own business. We take immense pride in knowing that IFD products are enjoyed by thousands of people across Sydney every day. From our signature artisan breads to our unique croissant-dough pastries, every item that leaves our bakery carries the IFD promise of quality. We supply more than products; IFD supports your local business. Reach out to IFD today to discover how our family can help yours thrive.
If you want to partner with us – we’d love to hear from you! Get in touch with us today: https://ifdaus.com.au/contact-us/