SOCIAL RESPONSIBILITY

Caribbean Kitchen Food’s is at the forefront of social responsibility by championing the mission to combat the health epidemic linked to high sodium intake. By innovating and promoting lower-sodium options without compromising on taste, Caribbean Kitchen not only sets a standard in the food industry but also empowers individuals to make healthier dietary choices. Through education and advocacy, our company strives to raise awareness and drive positive change in public health.

The American Heart Association stated that 75% of Americans want less sodium. 58% have tried to reduce the amount of sodium in their diet, and 57% want more choice or control over the sodium content in their food.

The FDA recommends that food manufacturers indicate the amount of sodium in foods and beverages. Those containing less than 140 mg of sodium are considered to be low in sodium.

In October 2021, the FDA released sodium reduction guidelines on how to lower sodium in the food supply. This was a clear indication that the regulator has acknowledged that excessive consumption of sodium poses a significant public health threat. Food manufacturers have a 2.5-year window to comply with the recommendations (Microsalt, 2022).

OUR COMMITMENT

1. Health and Wellness
• Product Quality: Ensure all products are formulated with high-quality, natural ingredients that promote health and wellness.
• Nutritional Transparency:Provide clear and detailed nutritional information on all packaging and marketing materials.
• Health Education:Offer resources, recipes, and tips to help customers integrate healthy eating habits into their lifestyles.
2. Sustainability
• Sustainable Sourcing: Source ingredients from sustainable farms and suppliers that practice environmentally friendly methods.
• Eco-friendly Packaging: Utilize recyclable, biodegradable, or reusable packaging materials to minimize environmental impact.
• Waste Reduction: Implement practices to reduce waste in production, packaging, and distribution processes.
3. Community Engagement
• Local Support: Partner with local farmers and suppliers to boost the local economy and ensure fresh, high-quality ingredients.
• Charitable Initiatives: Support community health and wellness programs through donations, sponsorships, and volunteer efforts.
• Customer Feedback: Encourage and act on customer feedback to continually improve products and services.
4. Employee Well-being
• Healthy Workplace: Promote a healthy work environment with access to nutritious food options, wellness programs, and health screenings.
• Fair Labor Practices: Ensure fair wages, safe working conditions, and opportunities for growth and development for all employees.
• Diversity and Inclusion: Foster a diverse and inclusive workplace where all employees are respected and valued.
5. Ethical Practices
• Integrity: Conduct business with honesty and integrity, maintaining transparency with customers, suppliers, and stakeholders
• Compliance: Adhere to all relevant health, safety, and environmental regulations and standards.
• Continuous Improvement: Regularly review and improve corporate responsibility policies and practices to align with evolving best practices and stakeholder expectations.