

Broker Partnership
Collaboration without complications
We're not brokers. We own our kitchens, employ our chefs, and control our logistics network. We partner with brokers who value operational reliability and share our commitment to quality service.
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Over 25,000 flights across 400+ airports. We've built strong partnerships with brokers who approach their business the same way we do: reputation first, execution always, excuses never.
We work with professionals who understand that one bad decision destroys what takes years to build. Who treat their reputation as seriously as we treat ours. Who know that cutting corners creates consequences neither of us can afford.
If that describes how you operate, let's talk.
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Three Service Tiers. One Standard.
We offer three distinct service levels to meet different client needs and budgets. Every tier receives the same operational reliability, food safety protocols, and logistics support.
The Elevé Collection – Quality focused service at accessible price points. Thoughtfully composed menus that deliver consistency and value for cost conscious clients without compromising our standards.
Affiné Signature – Our core offering. Chef driven menus, refined presentation, and the attention to detail that built our reputation across our 12 state network.
Gastronome Privé – Fully customized experiences for clients requiring complete personalization. Michelin trained execution, unlimited customization, white glove service throughout.
Every tier receives the same logistics precision, food safety protocols, and operational support. The difference is customization and ingredient investment, not reliability.
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Partnership Requirements
Effective partnerships require honest communication, realistic lead times, and adherence to payment terms. We need accurate passenger information, professional client management, and complete flight details with every order. Volume commitments should be met consistently.
We have zero interest in client poaching. Your client relationships are yours. We expect the same professional boundary from our partners.
When errors occur, direct acknowledgment allows faster resolution. We address problems efficiently when everyone communicates openly.
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What You Receive
Complete Reliability – Committed delivery times met. Quoted quality standards delivered. Promises kept consistently. You confidently commit to clients because we execute reliably.
Transparent Pricing – Clear cost breakdowns with no hidden fees or surprise charges. Straightforward pricing allows accurate client quotes and predictable margins.
24/7/365 Live Support – Culinary professionals answer calls directly. No voicemail systems or callback delays. Immediate problem solving regardless of when requests arrive.
Multi Location Coordination – Seamless service across our 12 state network covering 400+ airports. Single point of contact manages everything. Consistent quality regardless of location.
AOG Priority Response – Grounded aircraft receive immediate priority protocols. Expedited preparation with compressed timelines. Same quality standards with urgent execution.
Complete Documentation – Temperature logs, ingredient traceability, food safety protocols, and allergen information provided with every delivery. Immediate answers to client questions. Complete audit documentation.
Preferential Pricing – Volume partnerships receive better pricing than single orders. Consistent business earns improved rates. Meeting commitments results in better pricing over time.
Direct Kitchen Access – Complex requests go directly to culinary teams. Direct communication with people preparing food ensures accurate answers and optimal solutions.
Operational Flexibility – Schedule changes, passenger count adjustments, and last minute dietary requirements are accommodated. Aviation demands flexibility, and our operations are built to adapt.
Dedicated Account Management – Single point of contact who knows your business and understands your clients. Consistent relationship that develops understanding through repeated interactions.
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How Partnership Works
Partnership is straightforward. It's honest and structured.
Application and Review – You reach out. We review your operation, volume potential, and approach. We determine whether partnership makes sense for both sides.
Discovery Meeting – In depth conversation about how we both operate. We discuss your client base, routes, volume projections, and specific needs. You learn our capabilities, coverage areas, pricing structure, and operational requirements. This is where we determine genuine fit.
Agreement – Clear partnership agreement. Expectations outlined. Pricing structure defined. Payment terms established. Performance standards documented. Everything in writing.
Integration – We learn your systems and client base. You learn our capabilities and processes. Integration takes effort upfront to prevent problems long term.
Execution and Monitoring – We track delivery performance, quality metrics, and issue resolution. You see the same data. Transparency about how things actually go prevents surprises and allows course correction.
Regular Communication – Scheduled check ins. Discuss what works, what doesn't, how to improve. Problems addressed directly. Successes acknowledged.
Performance Reviews – Periodic volume assessment versus commitments. Pricing adjustments if projections weren't met. Opportunity to revise expectations based on real data and performance trends.
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Partnership Standards
Certain situations require immediate partnership termination. These standards protect both our businesses and the clients we serve.
Service Misrepresentation – Accurate representation of our capabilities and service standards is essential. Promising services outside our agreed scope or misrepresenting our offerings compromises both organizations.
Payment Consistency – Occasional payment challenges can be addressed. Patterns of payment default require partnership reevaluation. Consistent adherence to payment terms is fundamental to continuing partnership.
Food Safety Compliance – We maintain strict food safety protocols and regulatory compliance without exception. Requests to compromise safety standards, ignore regulations, or alter documentation result in immediate partnership termination. This standard is non negotiable.
Accountability – Clear accountability for operational details maintains trust. Accurate communication about order specifications, requirements, and any errors supports effective partnership. Misattributing responsibility damages the working relationship.
Professional Conduct – Professional interactions with our team are expected at all times. Respectful communication is fundamental to productive partnership.
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Why This Works
Successful broker partnerships are built on honest communication, clear expectations, and mutual respect.
Reliability You Can Count On – Consistent execution allows you to confidently commit to clients. We deliver the operational reliability that protects your reputation and builds your business.
Operational Simplification – Multi state coordination, specialized sourcing, aviation compliance, and quality control are handled completely. You focus on client relationships and business development while we manage execution.
Competitive Positioning – Preferential pricing structures allow you to compete effectively while maintaining service standards that differentiate your offering in the market.
Mutual Success – Partnership succeeds when both organizations operate with transparency about capabilities, realism about commitments, and professionalism in communication.
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Ready to Discuss Partnership?
If operational excellence and client accountability matter to your business, we're the fulfillment partner you've been looking for.
Contact Us:
+1 (866) 328-7905
brokerpartner@dfinflight.com
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Questions Brokers Actually Ask
We're direct on this page because clarity matters more than politeness when building business relationships. Everything written here establishes mutual understanding upfront, not to be harsh, but to prevent problems before they start. Ambiguous expectations create conflicts. Unclear policies create disputes. Vague terms create disappointment. We'd rather be straightforward now than deal with misunderstandings later. If our tone seems blunt, that's intentional. Business partnerships work best when both sides know exactly what they're agreeing to.
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Can I white-label your services?
No. We are Délicieux France on all documentation, packaging, and communication. Your clients know who prepared their food. We've spent years building our reputation; we don't hide it and you shouldn't hide us. You're the broker; we are the caterer. Both roles will be visible.
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Can I get a discount because I'm marking up your pricing to my clients?
No. Your markup is your business model and your value-add; it doesn't entitle you to discounts from us. We price based on our costs, our quality standards, and the value we deliver. What you charge your clients reflects the coordination, client management, and service you provide on top of our catering. That's how broker relationships work. We don't subsidize your margin by reducing ours. Preferential pricing comes from committed volume, not from how much you charge your clients.
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Do you offer exclusive territories?
No. We may or may not work with other brokers in your area; that's our decision based on market needs and partner performance. All broker partners are vetted, approved, and held to the same standards you will be held to. If you can't compete against other quality operators using the same caterer, your value proposition needs work. Exclusivity rewards mediocrity; competition rewards service quality. We don't protect weak brokers from strong ones.
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What happens if one of my clients tries to cut me out and go direct with Délicieux France?
We redirect them back to you immediately. Period. We don't entertain conversations with clients trying to bypass their broker. If a client you brought to us contacts us directly, we inform them all orders go through you and provide your contact information. We don't negotiate pricing with them. We don't discuss terms. We don't take their order. We protect broker relationships because that's how partnerships work. We do not poach, plain and simple.
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How do cancellations and changes affect pricing?
Cancellation policies are covered in our Terms of Service, which you'll receive during Broker Orientation. Generally, timing matters: adequate notice means minimal or no charges; last-minute cancellations mean you pay for work already completed and ingredients already purchased. Specific thresholds and percentages are detailed in the agreement.
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Can I tour your facilities?
Yes, once partnership is approved and agreement is signed. Not before. We don't give facility tours to every broker who inquires; that's a waste of our operations team's time. Serious partners who've committed get full facility access and team introductions.
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What if I want to use you for some routes but not others?
Fine with us. Use us where we make sense; use others where we don't. We're not demanding exclusivity. But understand that preferential pricing requires volume commitments. Cherry-picking easy routes while giving competitors your volume doesn't earn you our best pricing.
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Do you work with individual owner-operators or just established brokerages?
We work with professionals who meet our standards, regardless of company size. Solo operators with solid reputations and realistic volume get the same consideration as established firms. What matters is operational competence, financial stability, and professional conduct, not company size.
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What happens if there's a quality issue with an order?
Tell us immediately. We fix it or credit it. But "quality issue" means food didn't meet specifications we agreed to, not that your client didn't like something they ordered. We stand behind our execution; we don't absorb complaints about subjective preferences after food was prepared as requested.
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How quickly can you respond to new orders?
All new orders and revisions to current orders are acknowledged within 5 minutes. Rush orders can happen in 24 hours with AOG priority service at premium pricing. "Can you do this in 6 hours?" requests get evaluated case by case; sometimes yes, sometimes no, always at premium rates that reflect the operational disruption.
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What if we have a disagreement about an invoice?
All disputes must be submitted in writing within 24 hours of invoice generation with specific details about what's wrong and why. We review, provide documentation, and either adjust or explain why the charge is correct. You still pay the undisputed portion on time. Withholding entire payment because of one line item dispute violates terms and will be treated as payment default.
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Ultra-Premium Positioning
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Exclusive focus on private jets, corporate aircraft, and only the world's most prestigious airlines
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We don't work with everyone - selective partnership approach ensures exceptional standards
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Over 150+ years of combined culinary experience
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Complete Quality Control
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Company-owned Flight Kitchens - never outsourced to unknown vendors
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Not a broker; we don't farm out orders to the lowest bidder
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Complete control from kitchen to cabin
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Absolute Discretion & Security
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Complete client confidentiality - only our CEO and VP knows who they're catering for
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Operating in complete client secrecy, without exception
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Understanding of high-security aviation environments
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Michelin-Star Standards
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Quality standards above restaurant level; we deliver culinary artistry that exceeds Michelin-starred expectations
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Museum-quality presentation packaging
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Every detail reflects luxury your clients expect
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White-Glove Service
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Personal service in an industry where it's become a lost art
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24/7 crisis management and real-time tracking
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Emergency capability for impossible timelines
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Aviation-specific expertise and protocols
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Elite Clientele
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Fortune 100 corporate fleets
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Championship sports teams
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World's most reputable brokers (invitation-only basis)
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Military VIP operations
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Comprehensive Programs
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Impérial d'Ambassadeurs Corporatifs (FBOs)
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Cercle Corporatif (Corporations)
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Société des Ambassadeurs d'Élite (Individuals)