Production
Whether you need primals, cuts straight off the carcass, or product butchered and packed to your specification, we supply a large range of New Zealand and selected imported meat.
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Packing
We invest in machinery, so you don’t have to
Let our team pack your product to your specification. We can do bulk packs for food service or retail-ready formats for the shelf, on machinery built for both.
Specialist packaging machinery, ready for your product
Packaging machinery is expensive to buy and to maintain, so we’ve made that investment and our customers get the use of it. We keep the gear current as the technology moves on, so we can stay flexible about what we pack and how.
Our purpose-built 1,000m² production facility is set up with specialised packaging machinery, so we can pack your product to exact specifications. We pack for food service and supermarket shelves, with a consistent finish across production runs.
Packing with less water
We take our role as kaitiaki seriously, and it shows in the decisions we make, from the suppliers we work with to the machines we run.
Our older packaging systems used large volumes of water, which was then discharged as waste. Our investment in a high-efficiency thermoformer packaging machine has been a significant step forward in water conservation.
Instead of expelling water as waste, the new system recirculates its cooling water. Since it was installed in December 2024, it has used 20 litres of water in total.
Processing
We work with your recipes to make sausages, salami, droëwors and other value-added products, ready for retail or restaurants.
Logistics
Our sister company KAM Transport specialises in refrigerated transport. We work together to get your product where it needs to be.
Frequently asked questions
How is the meat packaged for transport?
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.
Can I request custom portion sizes, special blends, and specific cuts?
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.
What is the minimum order I can place?
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.
How do I place an order?
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.
What are your delivery days?
We deliver nationwide, Monday to Friday.
Note: Delivery charges may apply.
What is your delivery turnaround?
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.
Get in touch to see how we can help
We deliver nationwide and can tailor your cuts, processing and packaging to suit your business. Chat to our experienced team about what you’re after.