Frequently asked questions

We supply a range of New Zealand beef, venison, veal, lamb, mutton, pork and chicken, alongside selected imported meat. Our butchers and production team do the preparation so your kitchen spends less time at the bench: carcass breaking and primal cuts butchered to specification, hand and machine diced meat, and mince blends to suit your recipe and price point.

We supply independent, franchise and multisite food businesses nationwide, including caterers, bakeries, restaurants, care facilities, defence, boats and airlines. Our food service range is also being released into Gilmours stores for added convenience.

Our minimum order quantity (MOQ) is $300 plus GST with free local delivery.

We work on volume pricing, so the more you order, the better the price.

You can order through HospoConnect, or contact the team directly on 021 242 1423 or sales@prestonfoods.co.nz. Please have your order in by 6am for same day local delivery, or for production for nationwide distribution.

We deliver nationwide, Monday to Friday.

Note: Delivery charges may apply.

Some orders can be processed the same day, while others may take a couple of days to produce to order, depending on the product, the size of your order and your location. Get in touch and we’ll let you know how quickly we can get your order to you.

We maintain long-standing relationships with farmers, producers, and leading New Zealand processors to supply a range of well-known brands. This includes first-off-the-chain beef and lamb from the export-grade Taylor Preston abattoir. We are also a licensed supplier of Natural Farm, celebrating the best of New Zealand beef and lamb. Email us to check what’s available.

We operate under a strict, MPI-approved Risk Management Programme (RMP), with processes that support hygiene and traceability throughout our facility.

All products are vacuum-packed, thermoformed, or bulk-packed in food-grade liners. We transport all orders in temperature-controlled, refrigerated vehicles to maintain the cold chain from our production floor straight to your walk-in chiller.

Yes. Our qualified on-site butchers can portion steaks, cut to your exact specifications, and create specific mince blends to meet your target fat requirements. This helps you keep portions consistent and calculate plate costs across your menu.

You can request a commercial credit application form from our team by emailing sales@prestonfoods.co.nz

The approval process takes approximately 3 to 5 business days. If your first order is urgent, we can deliver once your online payment is confirmed.

Please inspect your delivery as soon as it arrives. If there’s a discrepancy, let our sales team know by phone or email within 24 hours and include photos. Once verified, we’ll arrange a priority replacement or apply a credit note to your next invoice.