At Ajinomoto, we focus on the well-being of our people and our customers. We love food culture and love the joy of sharing meals together. Operating as one team and with one spirit, we ensure that quality is the first ingredient in our food.
Purpose & Values
Eat Well, Live Well
At Ajinomoto Foods North America, we “Eat Well, Live Well,” as our founders established more than 100 years ago. This has many facets that we feel are best explained with our new Purpose and Values. They guide how we work together and what we offer to the world.
We Are Ajinomoto
Our Purpose
Our purpose is why we work at Ajinomoto Foods North America: To Contribute to Well-Being by Making Everyday Eating a Happy Experience. We do this by:
- Supporting well-being by sparking joy, connection and peace of mind through every eating experience.
- Contributing to food culture by creating flavorful, globally inspired foods rooted in culinary craftsmanship and science-backed insights.
- Delivering to the highest standards, with a focus on safety, quality, performance, teamwork and care.
Our Values
Our values guide all employees under our shared purpose, communicating clear expectations and outlining the results we want to achieve:
- Safety & Quality First: safety and quality are non-negotiable.
- Commitment to Performance: we work hard so we can take pride in what we do.
- One team: collaboration leads to shared success.
- Pioneering Spirit: explore, experiment and learn through setbacks.
- Caring for One Another: we strive to make everyone feel safe and supported at work.
Our Purpose and Values Pyramid
