Snyder's-lance (LNCE) 10-Q 12 May 15 2015 Q1 Quarterly report Financial data

Document_And_Entity_Informatio

Document And Entity Information	3 Months Ended
	Apr. 04, 2015	Apr. 30, 2015
Document And Entity Information [Abstract]
Document Type	10-Q
Amendment Flag	FALSE
Document Period End Date	4-Apr-15
Document Fiscal Year Focus	2015
Document Fiscal Period Focus	Q1
Entity Registrant Name	SNYDER'S-LANCE, INC.
Entity Central Index Key	57528
Current Fiscal Year End Date	-1
Entity Filer Category	Large Accelerated Filer
Entity Common Stock, Shares Outstanding		70,598,244

Condensed_Consolidated_Stateme

Condensed Consolidated Statements of Income (Unaudited) (USD $)	3 Months Ended
In Thousands, except Per Share data, unless otherwise specified	Apr. 04, 2015	Mar. 29, 2014
Income Statement [Abstract]
Net revenue	$402,341	$373,016
Cost of sales	262,979	239,830
Gross margin	139,362	133,186
Selling, general and administrative	121,924	116,064
Impairment charges	0	1,000
Gain on sale of route businesses, net	-793	-1,163
Other (income)/expense, net	-736	80
Income before interest and income taxes	18,967	17,205
Interest expense, net	2,467	3,390
Income before income taxes	16,500	13,815
Income tax expense	5,918	3,326
Income from continuing operations	10,582	10,489
Income from discontinued operations, net of income tax	0	6,322
Net income	10,582	16,811
Net loss attributable to noncontrolling interests	-54	-5
Net income attributable to Snyder’s-Lance, Inc.	10,636	16,816
Continuing operations	$10,636	$10,494
Basic earnings per share:
Continuing operations (in dollars per share)	$0.15	$0.15
Discontinued operations (in dollars per share)	$0	$0.09
Total basic earnings per share	$0.15	$0.24
Diluted earnings per share:
Continuing operations (in dollars per share)	$0.15	$0.15
Discontinued operations (in dollars per share)	$0	$0.09
Total diluted earnings per share	$0.15	$0.24
Cash dividends declared per share	$0.16	$0.16

Condensed_Consolidated_Stateme1

Condensed Consolidated Statements of Comprehensive Income (Unaudited) (USD $)	3 Months Ended
In Thousands, unless otherwise specified	Apr. 04, 2015	Mar. 29, 2014
Statement of Comprehensive Income [Abstract]
Net income	$10,582	$16,811
Net unrealized (losses)/gains on derivative instruments, net of income tax	-841	36
Foreign currency translation adjustment	-447	-1,886
Total other comprehensive loss	-1,288	-1,850
Total comprehensive income	9,294	14,961
Comprehensive loss attributable to noncontrolling interests	54	5
Total comprehensive income attributable to Snyder’s-Lance, Inc.	$9,348	$14,966

Condensed_Consolidated_Balance

Condensed Consolidated Balance Sheets (Unaudited) (USD $)	Apr. 04, 2015	Jan. 03, 2015
In Thousands, unless otherwise specified
Current assets:
Cash and cash equivalents	$12,389	$35,373
Restricted cash	966	966
Accounts receivable, net of allowances of $1,757 and $1,778, respectively	134,220	126,093
Inventories	123,517	116,236
Prepaid income taxes	9,806	4,175
Deferred income taxes	14,076	13,189
Assets held for sale	12,279	11,007
Prepaid expenses and other current assets	20,493	22,112
Total current assets	327,746	329,151
Noncurrent assets:
Fixed assets, net	421,319	423,612
Goodwill	540,726	541,539
Other intangible assets, net	541,671	545,212
Other noncurrent assets	24,016	23,874
Total assets	1,855,478	1,863,388
Current liabilities:
Current portion of long-term debt	8,541	8,561
Accounts payable	58,048	57,407
Accrued compensation	25,203	32,774
Accrued casualty insurance claims	4,096	4,320
Accrued selling and promotional costs	12,100	13,141
Other payables and accrued liabilities	24,376	24,723
Total current liabilities	132,364	140,926
Noncurrent liabilities:
Long-term debt	436,261	438,376
Deferred income taxes	169,479	168,593
Accrued casualty insurance claims	13,629	13,755
Other noncurrent liabilities	15,870	15,030
Total liabilities	767,603	776,680
Commitments and contingencies
Stockholders’ equity:
Common stock, $0.83 1/3 par value. Authorized 110,000,000 shares; 70,587,344 and 70,406,086 shares outstanding, respectively	58,820	58,669
Preferred stock, $1.00 par value. Authorized 5,000,000 shares; no shares outstanding	0	0
Additional paid-in capital	779,916	776,930
Retained earnings	232,184	232,812
Accumulated other comprehensive loss	-2,295	-1,007
Total Snyder’s-Lance, Inc. stockholders’ equity	1,068,625	1,067,404
Noncontrolling interests	19,250	19,304
Total stockholders’ equity	1,087,875	1,086,708
Total liabilities and stockholders’ equity	$1,855,478	$1,863,388

Condensed_Consolidated_Balance1

Condensed Consolidated Balance Sheets (Unaudited) (Parenthetical) (USD $)	Apr. 04, 2015	Jan. 03, 2015
In Thousands, except Share data, unless otherwise specified
Statement of Financial Position [Abstract]
Accounts receivable, allowance	$1,757	$1,778
Common stock, par value (in dollars per share)	$0.83	$0.83
Common stock, shares authorized	110,000,000	110,000,000
Common stock, shares outstanding	70,587,344	70,406,086
Preferred stock, par value (in dollars per share)	$1	$1
Preferred stock, shares authorized	5,000,000	5,000,000
Preferred stock, shares outstanding	0	0

Condensed_Consolidated_Stateme2

Condensed Consolidated Statements of Cash Flows (Unaudited) (USD $)	3 Months Ended
In Thousands, unless otherwise specified	Apr. 04, 2015	Mar. 29, 2014
Operating activities:
Net income	$10,582	$16,811
Adjustments to reconcile net income to cash from operating activities:
Depreciation and amortization	17,413	14,654
Stock-based compensation expense	1,350	1,514
Loss on sale of fixed assets, net	12	136
Gain on sale of route businesses, net	-793	-1,163
Gain on sale of investments	-436	0
Impairment charges	0	1,000
Deferred income taxes	524	154
Provision for doubtful accounts	236	363
Changes in operating assets and liabilities	-28,903	-7,870
Net cash (used in)/provided by operating activities	-15	25,599
Investing activities:
Purchases of fixed assets	-13,495	-17,242
Purchases of route businesses	-6,731	-4,393
Proceeds from sale of fixed assets	302	165
Proceeds from sale of route businesses	7,870	6,364
Proceeds from sale of investments	436	0
Net cash used in investing activities	-11,618	-15,106
Financing activities:
Dividends paid to stockholders	-11,264	-11,202
Issuances of common stock	2,589	2,481
Repurchases of common stock	-801	-1,152
Repayments of long-term debt	1,875	4,062
Net repayments of existing credit facilities	0	-5,000
Net cash used in financing activities	-11,351	-18,935
Decrease in cash and cash equivalents	-22,984	-8,442
Cash and cash equivalents at beginning of period	35,373	14,080
Cash and cash equivalents at end of period	12,389	5,638
Supplemental information:
Cash paid for income taxes, net of refunds of $425 and $--, respectively	10,412	3,795
Cash paid for interest	$1,246	$2,126

Condensed_Consolidated_Stateme3

Condensed Consolidated Statements of Cash Flows (Unaudited) (Parenthetical) (USD $)	3 Months Ended
In Thousands, unless otherwise specified	Apr. 04, 2015	Mar. 29, 2014
Statement of Cash Flows [Abstract]
Cash refunds from income taxes	$425	$0

Basis_of_Presentation

Basis of Presentation	3 Months Ended
	Apr. 04, 2015
Accounting Policies [Abstract]
Basis of Presentation	NOTE 1. BASIS OF PRESENTATION
	The accompanying unaudited condensed consolidated financial statements of Snyder’s-Lance, Inc. (the “Company,” "we," "us," or "our") have been prepared in accordance with generally accepted accounting principles in the United States ("GAAP") for interim financial information and the instructions to Form 10-Q and Article 10 of Regulation S-X. Accordingly, they do not include all of the information and footnotes required by GAAP for complete financial statements. These condensed consolidated financial statements should be read in conjunction with the audited financial statements and notes included in our Form 10-K for the year ended January 3, 2015, filed with the Securities and Exchange Commission on March 4, 2015 (the "2014 Form 10-K"). The year-end condensed consolidated financial statement data was derived from audited financial statements, but does not include all disclosures required by GAAP. In our opinion, these condensed consolidated financial statements reflect all adjustments necessary to present fairly our condensed consolidated financial statements for the interim periods presented herein. The consolidated results of operations for the first quarter of 2015 are not necessarily indicative of the results to be expected for the full year.
	The preparation of these financial statements requires us to make estimates and judgments about future events that affect the reported amounts of assets, liabilities, revenues and expenses, and related disclosure of contingent assets and liabilities. Future events and their effects cannot be determined with absolute certainty. Therefore, management’s determination of estimates and judgments about the carrying values of assets and liabilities requires the exercise of judgment in the selection and application of assumptions based on various factors, including historical experience, current and expected economic conditions and other factors believed to be reasonable under the circumstances. We routinely evaluate our estimates, including those related to sales and promotional allowances, customer returns, allowances for doubtful accounts, inventory valuations, useful lives of fixed assets and related impairment, long-term investments, hedge transactions, goodwill and intangible asset valuations and impairments, incentive compensation, income taxes, self-insurance, contingencies and litigation. Actual results may differ from these estimates under different assumptions or conditions.
	Discontinued Operations Presentation
	As discussed in Note 3, amounts included in the Condensed Consolidated Statements of Income for prior periods have been reclassified to separate amounts related to discontinued operations from continuing operations. Accordingly, unless otherwise stated, amounts disclosed within the notes to the condensed consolidated financial statements exclude amounts related to discontinued operations. The Condensed Consolidated Statements of Cash Flows were not adjusted for presentation of discontinued operations in prior periods as no adjustment was required by the applicable accounting standards.

New_Accounting_Standards

New Accounting Standards	3 Months Ended
	Apr. 04, 2015
Accounting Policies [Abstract]
New Accounting Standards	NOTE 2. NEW ACCOUNTING STANDARDS
	On April 10, 2014, the FASB issued Accounting Standards Update No. 2014-08, Reporting Discontinued Operations and Disclosures of Disposals of Components of an Entity. The amendments in this accounting standard raise the threshold for a disposal to qualify as a discontinued operation and require new disclosures of both discontinued operations and certain other disposals that do not meet the definition of a discontinued operation. This accounting standard update became effective for annual periods beginning on or after December 15, 2014, and related interim periods. We plan to apply this standard as necessary in our consolidated financial statements.
	On May 28, 2014, the FASB issued Accounting Standards Update No. 2014-09, Revenue from Contracts with Customers. This accounting standard creates common revenue recognition guidance for U.S. GAAP and IFRS. The guidance also requires improved disclosures to help users of the financial statements better understand the nature, amount, timing and uncertainty of revenue that is recognized. This accounting standard update is effective for annual reporting periods beginning after December 15, 2016, and related interim periods. Early adoption is not permitted. We are currently evaluating the impact of this standard.
	On February 18, 2015, the FASB issued Accounting Standards Update No. 2015-02, Amendments to the Consolidation Analysis, which revises the consolidation model used for evaluating whether reporting entities should consolidate certain legal entities. This accounting standard update is effective for annual reporting periods beginning after December 15, 2015, and related interim periods with early adoption permitted. We are currently evaluating the impact of this standard.
	On April 7, 2015, the FASB issued Accounting Standards Update No. 2015-03, Simplifying the Presentation of Debt Issuance Costs. This accounting standard update requires that debt issuance costs related to a recognized debt liability be presented in the balance sheet as a direct deduction from the carrying amount of that debt liability, consistent with debt discounts. This revised guidance is effective for annual reporting periods beginning after December 15, 2015, and related interim periods with early adoption permitted. We are currently evaluating the impact of this standard.

Discontinued_Operations

Discontinued Operations	3 Months Ended
	Apr. 04, 2015
Discontinued Operations and Disposal Groups [Abstract]
Discontinued Operations	NOTE 3. DISCONTINUED OPERATIONS
	On May 6, 2014, we entered into a definitive agreement to sell two of our United States subsidiaries as well as certain assets of our Canadian subsidiary which included the exclusive rights to manufacture and sell the majority of our Private brand products and certain contract manufactured products (collectively, “Private Brands”) to Shearer’s Foods, LLC (“Shearer’s”). The manufacturing facilities included in the sale were located in Burlington, Iowa and Guelph, Ontario. On June 30, 2014, we completed the sale of Private Brands for $430 million in cash with proceeds after taxes of approximately $303 million.
	As a result of the sale of Private Brands, revenues and expenses that no longer continued after the sale of Private Brands, and for which we had no substantial continuing involvement, were reclassified to discontinued operations in the Condensed Consolidated Statements of Income. All prior period results, including results for the first quarter of 2014, were retrospectively adjusted to ensure comparability and consistent presentation of continuing and discontinued operations.
	There were no discontinued operations included in the results for the first quarter of 2015. For the first quarter of 2014, income statement amounts associated with discontinued operations were as follows:
	(in thousands)	Quarter Ended March 29, 2014
	Net revenue	$	63,812
	Cost of sales	48,197
	Gross margin	15,615
	Selling, general and administrative	6,042
	Other income, net	(334		)
	Discontinued operations before income taxes	9,907
	Income tax expense	3,585
	Discontinued operations, net of income tax	$	6,322
	As the sale of Private Brands was completed during the third quarter of 2014, there were no remaining assets or liabilities associated with discontinued operations as of January 3, 2015 or April 4, 2015.
	In connection with the sale of Private Brands, we entered into a manufacturing and supply agreement with Shearer's (the "Supply Agreement") to contract manufacture certain products as requested by Shearer's for an initial term of two years subsequent to the sale transaction for which we expect to realize revenue and incur expenses from the products sold to Shearer's. Under the Supply Agreement, certain manufacturing facilities that were not included in the disposal group will continue to produce certain products for Shearer’s. Accordingly, previous revenues earned for the production and sale of these products were not included in discontinued operations given the continued involvement and length of the Supply Agreement.

Business_Acquisitions

Business Acquisitions	3 Months Ended
	Apr. 04, 2015
Business Combinations [Abstract]
Business Acquisitions	NOTE 4. BUSINESS ACQUISITIONS
	Late July
	On October, 30, 2014, we made an additional investment in Late July Snacks LLC ("Late July") of approximately $59.5 million which increased our total ownership interest from approximately 18.7% to 80.0%. Late July is the industry leader for organic and non-GMO tortilla chips and sells a variety of other baked and salty snacks with particular focus on organic and non-GMO snacks. The investment supports our goal of having a stronger presence in healthier snacks. Concurrently with the transaction, we also established a $6.0 million line of credit between the Company and Late July, of which $3.9 million was drawn by Late July in order to repay certain obligations.
	There have been no changes to the preliminary purchase price allocation presented in our 2014 Form 10-K. We are working to finalize our assessment of the fair value of the assets and liabilities acquired and expect to complete the purchase price allocation by the end of the third quarter of 2015.
	Late July's results were included in our Consolidated Statements of Income beginning October 30, 2014. External net revenue from Late July of $9.5 million was included in the Consolidated Statements of Income for the first quarter of 2015. During the first quarter of 2014, prior to obtaining an additional ownership interest, we recognized $3.1 million in net revenue from Late July® contract manufacturing and Partner brand sales of Late July® products. The prior year revenue from Late July® products was reclassified to Branded revenue in Note 17 in order to be consistent with current year presentation. Late July contributions to income before income taxes for the first quarter of 2015 were not material.
	Baptista's
	On June 13, 2014, we completed the acquisition of Baptista's Bakery, Inc. ("Baptista's") and related assets for approximately $204 million. The purchase price included the effective settlement of $2.6 million in accounts payable owed by us to Baptista's at the time of the acquisition. Baptista’s is an industry leader in snack food development and innovation, the manufacturer of our fast growing Snack Factory® Pretzel Crisps® brand and has unique capabilities consistent with our innovation plans.
	There have been no changes to the preliminary purchase price allocation presented in our 2014 Form 10-K. We are working to finalize our assessment of the fair value of the assets and liabilities acquired and plan to complete the purchase price allocation in the second quarter of 2015.
	Baptista's results were included in our Consolidated Statements of Income beginning June 13, 2014. The majority of Baptista's net revenue is internal and therefore eliminated in consolidation. In addition, profit margins on this internal net revenue are deferred and not realized until the products are sold to third party customers. External net revenue from Baptista’s of $17.0 million was included for the first quarter of 2015. Baptista’s contribution to income before income taxes for the first quarter of 2015 was $0.9 million.

Earnings_Per_Share

Earnings Per Share	3 Months Ended
	Apr. 04, 2015
Earnings Per Share [Abstract]
Earnings Per Share	NOTE 5. EARNINGS PER SHARE
	Basic earnings per share from continuing and discontinued operations is computed by dividing income from continuing and discontinued operations attributable to us, respectively, by the weighted average number of common shares outstanding during each period.
	Diluted earnings per share gives effect to all securities representing potential common shares that were dilutive and outstanding during the period. In the calculation of diluted earnings per share, the denominator includes the number of additional common shares that would have been outstanding if our outstanding dilutive stock options had been exercised, as determined pursuant to the treasury stock method.
	Unvested share-based payment awards that contain non-forfeitable rights to dividends or dividend equivalents are participating securities and shall be treated as a separate class of securities in calculating earnings per share pursuant to the two-class method. We have granted and expect to continue to grant restricted stock awards with non-forfeitable rights to dividends. As such, these awards have been included in our calculation of basic and diluted earnings per share using the two-class method, as computed in the table below for income from continuing operations:
		Quarter Ended
	(in thousands, except per share data)	April 4,			March 29,
		2015			2014
	Basic EPS:
	Income from continuing operations	$	10,636		$	10,494
	Income from continuing operations allocated to participating securities	(19		)	(33		)
	Income from continuing operations allocated to common shares	$	10,617		$	10,461
	Weighted average shares outstanding – Basic	70,259			69,738
	Earnings per share – Basic	$	0.15		$	0.15
	Diluted EPS:
	Weighted average shares outstanding – Basic	70,259			69,738
	Effect of dilutive securities on shares outstanding: Non-qualified stock options	743			774
	Weighted average shares outstanding – Diluted	71,002			70,512
	Earnings per share – Diluted	$	0.15		$	0.15
	There were no discontinued operations for the first quarter of 2015. Basic and diluted earnings per share from discontinued operations for the first quarter of 2014 were $0.09.
	For the first quarter of 2015, approximately 383,000 shares were excluded from the calculation of diluted earnings per share because their effects were antidilutive. For the first quarter of 2014, no shares were excluded from the calculation of diluted earnings per share.

StockBased_Compensation

Stock-Based Compensation	3 Months Ended
	Apr. 04, 2015
Share-based Compensation [Abstract]
Stock-Based Compensation	NOTE 6. STOCK-BASED COMPENSATION
	Stock-based compensation expense recorded in the Condensed Consolidated Statements of Income was $1.4 million and $1.5 million for the quarters ended April 4, 2015 and March 29, 2014, respectively. During the first quarter of 2015, we issued 384,453 non-qualified stock options at an exercise price of $31.02 per share and 74,874 restricted shares to employees. During the first quarter of 2014, we issued 418,272 non-qualified stock options at an exercise price of $26.66 per share and 98,490 restricted shares to employees.
	For the quarters ended April 4, 2015 and March 29, 2014, we repurchased 26,175 and 43,114 shares, respectively, of common stock from employees to cover withholding taxes payable by employees upon the vesting of restricted stock.
	In addition, we recorded $0.6 million and $1.1 million in incentive compensation expense for a performance-based cash incentive plan for the quarters ended April 4, 2015 and March 29, 2014, respectively.

Inventories

Inventories	3 Months Ended
	Apr. 04, 2015
Inventory Disclosure [Abstract]
Inventories	NOTE 7. INVENTORIES
	Inventories as of April 4, 2015 and January 3, 2015, consisted of the following:
	(in thousands)	April 4,		January 3,
		2015		2015
	Finished goods	$	74,123	$	69,013
	Raw materials	18,372		16,853
	Maintenance parts, packaging and supplies	31,022		30,370
	Total inventories	$	123,517	$	116,236

Fixed_Assets

Fixed Assets	3 Months Ended
	Apr. 04, 2015
Property, Plant and Equipment [Abstract]
Fixed Assets	NOTE 8. FIXED ASSETS
	Fixed assets as of April 4, 2015 and January 3, 2015, consisted of the following:
	(in thousands)	April 4,			January 3,
		2015			2015
	Land and land improvements	$	27,816		$	27,816
	Buildings and building improvements	156,226			150,339
	Machinery, equipment and computer systems	483,200			483,637
	Trucks, trailers and automobiles	33,386			33,364
	Furniture and fixtures	14,384			13,153
	Construction in progress	11,995			11,848
		727,007			720,157
	Accumulated depreciation	(305,545		)	(296,354		)
		421,462			423,803
	Fixed assets held for sale	(143		)	(191		)
	Fixed assets, net	$	421,319		$	423,612
	Depreciation expense related to fixed assets was $14.7 million and $10.9 million during the quarters ended April 4, 2015 and March 29, 2014, respectively. There were no fixed asset impairment charges during the first quarter of 2015. There was a $1.0 million fixed asset impairment charge recorded during the first quarter of 2014 related to our former Corsicana, Texas facility.

Goodwill_And_Other_Intangible_

Goodwill And Other Intangible Assets	3 Months Ended
	Apr. 04, 2015
Goodwill And Other Intangible Assets [Abstract]
Goodwill And Other Intangible Assets	NOTE 9. GOODWILL AND OTHER INTANGIBLE ASSETS
	The changes in the carrying amount of goodwill for the first quarter of 2015 were as follows:
	(in thousands)	Carrying Amount
	Balance as of January 3, 2015	$	541,539
	Goodwill reclassified to assets held for sale	(813		)
	Balance as of April 4, 2015	$	540,726
	As of April 4, 2015 and January 3, 2015, acquired intangible assets consisted of the following:
	(in thousands)	Gross			Accumulated			Net
		Carrying			Amortization			Carrying
		Amount						Amount
	As of April 4, 2015:
	Customer and contractual relationships – amortized	$	166,756		$	(28,469	)	$	138,287
	Non-compete agreement – amortized	710			(206		)	504
	Developed technology - amortized	2,700			(145		)	2,555
	Reacquired rights – amortized	3,100			(1,423		)	1,677
	Patents – amortized	8,600			(1,940		)	6,660
	Routes – unamortized	16,027			—			16,027
	Trademarks – unamortized	375,961			—			375,961
	Balance as of April 4, 2015	$	573,854		$	(32,183	)	$	541,671
	As of January 3, 2015:
	Customer and contractual relationships – amortized	$	166,756		$	(26,151	)	$	140,605
	Non-compete agreement – amortized	710			(173		)	537
	Developed technology - amortized	2,700			(100		)	2,600
	Reacquired rights – amortized	3,100			(1,327		)	1,773
	Patents – amortized	8,600			(1,744		)	6,856
	Routes – unamortized	16,880			—			16,880
	Trademarks – unamortized	375,961			—			375,961
	Balance as of January 3, 2015	$	574,707		$	(29,495	)	$	545,212
	Amortization expense related to intangibles was $2.7 million for the first quarter of 2015 and $2.4 million for the first quarter of 2014.
	Routes and trademarks are deemed to have indefinite useful lives because they are expected to generate cash flows indefinitely. Although not amortized, they are reviewed for impairment as conditions change or at least on an annual basis. There were no impairment charges during the first quarter of 2014 or 2015.
	The fair value of trademarks measured on a nonrecurring basis is classified as a Level 3 fair value measurement. The fair value determinations were made using the relief-from-royalty method under the income approach, which required us to estimate unobservable factors such as a royalty rate and discount rate and identify relevant projected revenue. One of our trademarks, with a book value of $9.8 million as of April 4, 2015, currently has a fair value which approximates book value. Any adverse changes in the use of this trademark or the sales volumes of the associated products could result in an impairment charge.
	The changes in the carrying amount of route businesses for the first quarter of 2015 were as follows:
	(in thousands)	Carrying Amount
	Balance as of January 3, 2015	$	16,880
	Route businesses reclassified to assets held for sale	(853		)
	Balance as of April 4, 2015	$	16,027
	Route businesses and associated goodwill allocated to assets held for sale represent assets available for sale in their present condition and for which actions to complete a sale have been initiated. The changes in the carrying amount of route businesses held for sale for the first quarter of 2015, were as follows:
	(in thousands)	Carrying Amount
	Balance as of January 3, 2015	$	10,816
	Purchases of route businesses held for sale	6,731
	Sales of route businesses held for sale	(7,077		)
	Reclassifications from route intangibles and goodwill	1,666
	Balance as of April 4, 2015	$	12,136
	Net gains on the sale of route businesses for the first quarter of 2015 consisted of $1.1 million in gains and $0.3 million in losses. The majority of the route business sales were due to the reengineering of route businesses in a certain zone because of additional Partner brand business obtained in that area.
	For the first quarter of 2014, net gains on the sale of route businesses consisted of $1.6 million in gains and $0.4 million in losses. The majority of the route business sales in the first quarter of 2014 were due to the resale of routes purchased because of independent business owner ("IBO") defaults or route reengineering projects that were initiated in order to maximize the efficiency of route territories for the IBOs. See Note 14 to the condensed consolidated financial statements in Item 1 for further information related to IBOs.

LongTerm_Debt

Long-Term Debt	3 Months Ended
	Apr. 04, 2015
Debt Disclosure [Abstract]
Long-Term Debt	NOTE 10. LONG-TERM DEBT
	Long-term debt outstanding as of April 4, 2015 and January 3, 2015, consisted of the following:
	(in thousands)	April 4,			January 3,
		2015			2015
	Revolving credit facility	$	50,000		$	50,000
	Other long-term debt	394,802			396,937
	Total debt	444,802			446,937
	Less: Current portion of long-term debt	(8,541		)	(8,561		)
	Total long-term debt	$	436,261		$	438,376
	Our revolving credit facility allows us to make revolving credit borrowings of up to $375 million through May 2019. As of April 4, 2015 and January 3, 2015, we had available borrowings on this facility of $325 million. During the first quarter of 2015, there were no repayments or proceeds from our revolving credit facility. We are currently in compliance with all defined covenants contained in our debt agreements.

Income_Taxes

Income Taxes	3 Months Ended
	Apr. 04, 2015
Income Tax Disclosure [Abstract]
Income Taxes	NOTE 11. INCOME TAXES
	As of April 4, 2015, we recorded gross unrecognized tax benefits for uncertain tax positions totaling $3.8 million and related interest and penalties of $1.5 million in other noncurrent liabilities on the Condensed Consolidated Balance Sheets. Of this total amount, $3.8 million would affect the effective tax rate if subsequently recognized. As of January 3, 2015, we recorded gross unrecognized tax benefits totaling $3.7 million and related interest and penalties of $1.4 million in other noncurrent liabilities on the Condensed Consolidated Balance Sheets. We expect certain income tax audits will be settled, positions will be resolved through administrative procedures or statutes of limitations will expire for various tax authorities during the next twelve months, resulting in a potential $1.6 million reduction of the unrecognized tax benefit. We classify interest and penalties associated with uncertain tax positions within income tax expense.
	The effective tax rate increased from 24.1% for the first quarter of 2014 to a more normalized rate of 35.9% for the first quarter of 2015. The significantly lower effective tax rate in the first quarter of 2014 was primarily due to the release of previously established unrecognized tax benefits as a result of the completion of an audit and the related expiration of certain statutes of limitation.

Fair_Value_Measurements

Fair Value Measurements	3 Months Ended
	Apr. 04, 2015
Fair Value Disclosures [Abstract]
Fair Value Measurements	NOTE 12. FAIR VALUE MEASUREMENTS
	We have classified assets and liabilities required to be measured at fair value into the fair value hierarchy as set forth below:
	Level 1	–	quoted prices in active markets for identical assets and liabilities.
	Level 2	–	observable inputs other than quoted prices for identical assets and liabilities.
	Level 3	–	unobservable inputs for which there is little or no market data available, which required us to develop our own assumptions.
	The following table summarizes information regarding financial assets and financial liabilities that are measured at fair value as of April 4, 2015 and January 3, 2015.
	(in thousands)		Book Value		Quoted Prices in Active Markets for Identical Assets (Level 1)		Significant Other Observable Inputs (Level 2)		Significant Unobservable Inputs (Level 3)
	Balance as of April 4, 2015
	Assets:
	Cash and cash equivalents		$	12,389	$	12,389	$	—	$	—
	Restricted cash		966		966		—		—
	Total assets		$	13,355	$	13,355	$	—	$	—
	Liabilities:
	Interest rate swaps		$	1,805	$	—	$	1,805	$	—
	Total liabilities		$	1,805	$	—	$	1,805	$	—
	Balance as of January 3, 2015
	Assets:
	Cash and cash equivalents		$	35,373	$	35,373	$	—	$	—
	Restricted cash		966		966		—		—
	Total assets		$	36,339	$	36,339	$	—	$	—
	Liabilities:
	Interest rate swaps		$	438	$	—	$	438	$	—
	Total liabilities		$	438	$	—	$	438	$	—
	There were no changes among the levels during the first quarter of 2015.
	The fair value of outstanding debt, including current maturities, was approximately $450 million and $453 million for April 4, 2015 and January 3, 2015, respectively. The Level 2 fair value estimates were based on similar debt with the same maturities, company credit rating and interest rates.

Derivative_Instruments

Derivative Instruments	3 Months Ended
	Apr. 04, 2015
Derivative Instrument Detail [Abstract]
Derivative Instruments	NOTE 13. DERIVATIVE INSTRUMENTS
	We are exposed to certain risks relating to our ongoing business operations. We use derivative instruments to manage interest rate risks. The fair value of the derivative instrument liability in the Condensed Consolidated Balance Sheets using Level 2 inputs was as follows:
	(in thousands)	Balance Sheet Location		April 4,				January 3,
				2015				2015
	Interest rate swaps	Other current liabilities		$	(362	)		$	(438	)
	Interest rate swaps	Other noncurrent liabilities		(1,443		)		—
	Total fair value of derivative instruments			$	(1,805	)		$	(438	)
	Interest Rate Swaps
	Our variable-rate debt obligations incur interest at floating rates based on changes in the Eurodollar rate and U.S. base rate interest. To manage exposure to changing interest rates, we selectively enter into interest rate swap agreements to maintain a desirable proportion of fixed to variable-rate debt. These swaps are accounted for as cash flow hedges. The fair value of interest rate swaps was determined utilizing a market approach model using the notional amount of the interest rate swaps and the observable inputs of time to maturity and interest rates. The notional amount of the interest rate swaps designated as hedging instruments as of April 4, 2015 and January 3, 2015, was $125.0 million and $50.0 million, respectively.
	In February 2015, we entered into two interest rate swap agreements to manage the exposure to changing interest rates on long-term debt. We entered into an agreement with a notional amount of $25.0 million to fix a portion of our term loan due in May 2019 at an interest rate of 1.58%, plus applicable margins, effective for the interest periods beginning May 2015 through May 2019. A second agreement with a notional amount of $50.0 million was entered to fix a portion of our term loan due in May 2024 at an interest rate of 1.98%, plus applicable margins, effective for the interest periods beginning May 2015 through May 2022.
	Our remaining interest rate swap with a notional amount of $50.0 million is used to fix the interest rate for a portion of our revolving credit facility and expires in November 2015.
	The changes in unrealized losses, net of income tax, included in other comprehensive income due to fluctuations in interest rates and foreign exchange rates were as follows:
		Quarter Ended
	(in thousands)	April 4,				March 29,
		2015				2014
	(Losses)/gains on interest rate swaps, net of income tax benefit/(expense) of $525 and ($36), respectively	$	(841	)		$	58
	Losses on foreign currency forwards, net of income tax benefit of $0 and $5, respectively	—				(22		)
	Total change in unrealized losses from derivative instruments,	$	(841	)		$	36
	net of income tax (effective portion)

Commitments_And_Contingencies

Commitments And Contingencies	3 Months Ended
	Apr. 04, 2015
Commitments and Contingencies Disclosure [Abstract]
Commitments And Contingencies	NOTE 14. COMMITMENTS AND CONTINGENCIES
	Contractual Obligations
	In order to mitigate the risks of volatility in commodity markets to which we are exposed, we entered into forward purchase agreements with certain suppliers based on market prices, forward price projections and expected usage levels. Purchase commitments for certain ingredients, packaging materials and energy totaled $113.6 million as of April 4, 2015, as compared to $105.2 million as of January 3, 2015. In addition to these commitments, we have contracts for certain ingredients and packaging materials where we have secured a fixed price but do not have a minimum purchase quantity. We currently contract from approximately three to twelve months in advance for certain major ingredients and packaging.
	We also maintain standby letters of credit in connection with our self-insurance reserves for casualty claims. The total amount of these letters of credit was $11.6 million as of April 4, 2015 and $11.4 million as of January 3, 2015.
	Guarantees
	We currently provide a partial guarantee for loans made to IBOs by third-party financial institutions for the purchase of route businesses. The outstanding aggregate balance on these loans was approximately $132.7 million as of April 4, 2015 compared to approximately $130.3 million as of January 3, 2015. The annual maximum amount of future payments we could be required to make under the guarantee equates to 25% of the outstanding loan balance on the first day of each calendar year plus 25% of the amount of any new loans issued during such calendar year. These loans are collateralized by the route businesses for which the loans are made. Accordingly, we have the ability to recover substantially all of the outstanding loan value upon default, and our liability associated with this guarantee is not significant.
	Legal Matters
	We are subject to various legal proceedings, some of which allege that certain ingredients in some of our products that are labeled as “natural” and “all natural” are not natural. Amounts accrued as of April 4, 2015 related to these legal proceedings are not material to our financial position, results of operations, or cash flow.
	We will record a liability when we believe that it is probable that a loss has been incurred and the amount can be reasonably estimated. If we determine that a loss is possible and a range of the loss can be reasonably estimated, we will disclose the range of the possible loss. Significant judgment is required to determine both likelihood of there being, and the estimated amount of, a loss related to such matters. We cannot currently estimate our potential liability, damages or range of potential loss in connection with our outstanding legal proceedings, if any, beyond the amounts accrued; however, based on our current knowledge, we believe that the amount or range of reasonably possible loss will not, either individually or in the aggregate, have a material adverse effect on our financial position, results of operations or cash flows. However, the outcome of such legal matters is inherently unpredictable and subject to significant uncertainties.

Related_Party_Transactions

Related Party Transactions	3 Months Ended
	Apr. 04, 2015
Related Party Transaction, Due from (to) Related Party [Abstract]
Related Party Transactions	NOTE 15. RELATED PARTY TRANSACTIONS
	ARWCO Corporation, MAW Associates, LP and Warehime Enterprises, Inc. are significantly owned or controlled by Patricia A. Warehime, a member of our Board of Directors, or her family members. Among other unrelated business activities, these entities provide financing to IBOs for the purchase of route businesses. We have entered into loan service agreements with these related parties that allow us to repurchase certain distribution assets in the event an IBO defaults on a loan with the related party. We are required to repurchase the assets 30 days after default at the value as defined in the loan service agreement, which approximates fair market value. As of April 4, 2015, there were outstanding loans made to IBOs by the related parties of approximately $27.1 million, compared to $26.4 million as of January 3, 2015. Michael A. Warehime, our former Chairman of the Board, who passed away in August 2014, served as an officer and/or director of these entities. Patricia A. Warehime is the executrix, trustee and principal beneficiary of Mr. Warehime's estate and trust. Transactions with these related parties are primarily related to the collection and remittance of loan payments on notes receivable held by the affiliates. We are reimbursed for certain overhead and administrative services associated with the services provided to these related parties. The receivables from, payables to and administrative fees from these entities are not significant for any period presented.
	One of our directors, C. Peter Carlucci, Jr., is a member of Eckert Seamans Cherin & Mellott, LLC (“Eckert”), which serves as one of our outside legal firms. Expenses incurred for services provided by Eckert were $0.4 million in the first quarter of 2015 and $0.1 million in the first quarter of 2014.
	A facility used to support distribution of our products in the northeastern United States is leased from an entity owned by two of our employees. There were $0.1 million in lease payments made to this entity during each of the quarters ended April 4, 2015 and March 29, 2014.

Other_Comprehensive_Income

Other Comprehensive Income	3 Months Ended
	Apr. 04, 2015
Accumulated Other Comprehensive Income (Loss), Net of Tax [Abstract]
Other Comprehensive Income	NOTE 16. OTHER COMPREHENSIVE INCOME
	Total comprehensive income attributable to us, determined as net income adjusted by total other comprehensive income, was $9.3 million and $15.0 million for the quarters ended April 4, 2015 and March 29, 2014, respectively. Total other comprehensive income consists of foreign currency translation adjustments and unrealized gains and losses from our derivative financial instruments accounted for as cash flow hedges.
	Amounts reclassified out of accumulated other comprehensive income, net of tax, consisted of the following:
				Quarter Ended
	(in thousands)	Income Statement Location		April 4,				March 29,
				2015				2014
	Losses on cash flow hedges reclassified out of accumulated other comprehensive income:
	Interest rate swaps, net of tax of $56 and $60, respectively	Interest expense, net		$	(89	)		$	(96	)
	Foreign currency forwards	Discontinued operations, net of income tax		—				(187		)
	Total cash flow hedge reclassifications, net of tax			$	(89	)		$	(283	)
	During the first quarter of 2015, changes to the balance in accumulated other comprehensive income were as follows:
	(in thousands)	Gains/(Losses) on Cash Flow Hedges				Foreign Currency Translation Adjustments				Total
	Balance as of January 3, 2015	$	(270	)		$	(737	)		$	(1,007	)
	Other comprehensive loss before reclassifications	(930		)		(447		)		(1,377		)
	Losses reclassified from accumulated other comprehensive income	89				—				89
	Net other comprehensive income/(loss)	(841		)		(447		)		(1,288		)
	Balance as of April 4, 2015	$	(1,111	)		$	(1,184	)		$	(2,295	)
	During the first quarter of 2014, changes to the balance in accumulated other comprehensive income were as follows:
	(in thousands)	Gains/(Losses) on Cash Flow Hedges				Foreign Currency Translation Adjustments				Total
	Balance as of December 28, 2013	$	(574	)		$	10,745			$	10,171
	Other comprehensive loss before reclassifications	(247		)		(1,886		)		(2,133		)
	Losses reclassified from accumulated other comprehensive income	283				—				283
	Net other comprehensive income/(loss)	36				(1,886		)		(1,850		)
	Balance as of March 29, 2014	$	(538	)		$	8,859			$	8,321

Segment_Reporting

Segment Reporting	3 Months Ended
	Apr. 04, 2015
Segment Reporting [Abstract]
Segment Reporting	NOTE 17. SEGMENT REPORTING
	We operate in one business segment: the manufacturing, distribution, marketing and sale of snack food products. We define business segments as components of an organization for which discrete financial information is available and operating results are evaluated on a regular basis by the chief operating decision maker (“CODM”) in order to assess performance and allocate resources. Our CODM is the Company’s President and Chief Executive Officer. Characteristics of our organization which were relied upon in making this determination include the similar nature of all of the products that we sell, the functional alignment of our organizational structure, and the reports that are regularly reviewed by the CODM for the purpose of assessing performance and allocating resources.
	Revenue by Product Category
	Net revenue by product category was as follows:
		Quarter Ended
	(in thousands)	April 4,		March 29,
		2015		2014
	Branded	$	276,686	$	262,281
	Partner brand	85,086		80,025
	Other	40,569		30,710
	Net revenue	$	402,341	$	373,016
	Due to the sale of Private Brands and the reclassification of associated revenues to discontinued operations, the Private brand product category was removed and Private brand revenues not included in the sale transaction were reclassified to Other. The Other product category primarily consists of contract manufactured products. In addition, due to the acquisition of a controlling interest in Late July in October of 2014, revenues from the sale of Late July® products are now classified as Branded revenues. For the first quarter of 2014, we have reclassified $2.0 million of Partner brand revenue and $1.1 million of Other revenue associated with Late July® products to Branded revenue to be consistent with current year presentation.

Significant_Customers

Significant Customers	3 Months Ended
	Apr. 04, 2015
Significant Customers [Abstract]
Significant Customers	NOTE 18.  SIGNIFICANT CUSTOMERS
	Sales to our largest retail customer, Wal-Mart Stores, Inc. ("Wal-Mart"), either through IBOs or our direct distribution network, were approximately 13% of net revenue for the first quarter of 2015, and 15% of net revenue for the first quarter of 2014. Our sales to Wal-Mart, do not include sales of our products that may be made to Wal-Mart by third-party distributors outside our direct-store delivery ("DSD") distribution network. Sales to these third-party distributors represent approximately 5% of our net revenue and may increase sales of our products to Wal-Mart by an amount we are unable to estimate. Accounts receivable as of April 4, 2015 and January 3, 2015, included receivables from Wal-Mart totaling $15.7 million and $13.8 million, respectively.

Subsequent_Events

Subsequent Events	3 Months Ended
	Apr. 04, 2015
Subsequent Event [Abstract]
Subsequent Events	NOTE 19. SUBSEQUENT EVENTS
	On May 6, 2015, our Board of Directors declared a quarterly cash dividend of $0.16 per share payable on May 29, 2015 to stockholders of record on May 21, 2015.

Discontinued_Operations_Tables

Discontinued Operations (Tables)	3 Months Ended
	Apr. 04, 2015
Discontinued Operations and Disposal Groups [Abstract]
Disposal Groups, Including Discontinued Operations	For the first quarter of 2014, income statement amounts associated with discontinued operations were as follows:
	(in thousands)	Quarter Ended March 29, 2014
	Net revenue	$	63,812
	Cost of sales	48,197
	Gross margin	15,615
	Selling, general and administrative	6,042
	Other income, net	(334		)
	Discontinued operations before income taxes	9,907
	Income tax expense	3,585
	Discontinued operations, net of income tax	$	6,322

Earnings_Per_Share_Earnings_Pe

Earnings Per Share Earnings Per Share (Tables)	3 Months Ended
	Apr. 04, 2015
Earnings Per Share [Abstract]
Schedule of Earnings Per Share, Basic, by Common Class, Including Two Class Method	As such, these awards have been included in our calculation of basic and diluted earnings per share using the two-class method, as computed in the table below for income from continuing operations:
		Quarter Ended
	(in thousands, except per share data)	April 4,			March 29,
		2015			2014
	Basic EPS:
	Income from continuing operations	$	10,636		$	10,494
	Income from continuing operations allocated to participating securities	(19		)	(33		)
	Income from continuing operations allocated to common shares	$	10,617		$	10,461
	Weighted average shares outstanding – Basic	70,259			69,738
	Earnings per share – Basic	$	0.15		$	0.15
	Diluted EPS:
	Weighted average shares outstanding – Basic	70,259			69,738
	Effect of dilutive securities on shares outstanding: Non-qualified stock options	743			774
	Weighted average shares outstanding – Diluted	71,002			70,512
	Earnings per share – Diluted	$	0.15		$	0.15

Inventories_Tables

Inventories (Tables)	3 Months Ended
	Apr. 04, 2015
Inventory Disclosure [Abstract]
Components of Inventory	Inventories as of April 4, 2015 and January 3, 2015, consisted of the following:
	(in thousands)	April 4,		January 3,
		2015		2015
	Finished goods	$	74,123	$	69,013
	Raw materials	18,372		16,853
	Maintenance parts, packaging and supplies	31,022		30,370
	Total inventories	$	123,517	$	116,236

Fixed_Assets_Tables

Fixed Assets (Tables)	3 Months Ended
	Apr. 04, 2015
Property, Plant and Equipment [Abstract]
Schedule of Fixed Assets	Fixed assets as of April 4, 2015 and January 3, 2015, consisted of the following:
	(in thousands)	April 4,			January 3,
		2015			2015
	Land and land improvements	$	27,816		$	27,816
	Buildings and building improvements	156,226			150,339
	Machinery, equipment and computer systems	483,200			483,637
	Trucks, trailers and automobiles	33,386			33,364
	Furniture and fixtures	14,384			13,153
	Construction in progress	11,995			11,848
		727,007			720,157
	Accumulated depreciation	(305,545		)	(296,354		)
		421,462			423,803
	Fixed assets held for sale	(143		)	(191		)
	Fixed assets, net	$	421,319		$	423,612

Goodwill_And_Other_Intangible_1

Goodwill And Other Intangible Assets (Tables)	3 Months Ended
	Apr. 04, 2015
Goodwill And Other Intangible Assets [Abstract]
Changes In Carrying Amount Of Goodwill	The changes in the carrying amount of goodwill for the first quarter of 2015 were as follows:
	(in thousands)	Carrying Amount
	Balance as of January 3, 2015	$	541,539
	Goodwill reclassified to assets held for sale	(813		)
	Balance as of April 4, 2015	$	540,726
Acquired Intangible Assets	As of April 4, 2015 and January 3, 2015, acquired intangible assets consisted of the following:
	(in thousands)	Gross			Accumulated			Net
		Carrying			Amortization			Carrying
		Amount						Amount
	As of April 4, 2015:
	Customer and contractual relationships – amortized	$	166,756		$	(28,469	)	$	138,287
	Non-compete agreement – amortized	710			(206		)	504
	Developed technology - amortized	2,700			(145		)	2,555
	Reacquired rights – amortized	3,100			(1,423		)	1,677
	Patents – amortized	8,600			(1,940		)	6,660
	Routes – unamortized	16,027			—			16,027
	Trademarks – unamortized	375,961			—			375,961
	Balance as of April 4, 2015	$	573,854		$	(32,183	)	$	541,671
	As of January 3, 2015:
	Customer and contractual relationships – amortized	$	166,756		$	(26,151	)	$	140,605
	Non-compete agreement – amortized	710			(173		)	537
	Developed technology - amortized	2,700			(100		)	2,600
	Reacquired rights – amortized	3,100			(1,327		)	1,773
	Patents – amortized	8,600			(1,744		)	6,856
	Routes – unamortized	16,880			—			16,880
	Trademarks – unamortized	375,961			—			375,961
	Balance as of January 3, 2015	$	574,707		$	(29,495	)	$	545,212
Changes In Carrying Value Of Route Businesses	The changes in the carrying amount of route businesses for the first quarter of 2015 were as follows:
	(in thousands)	Carrying Amount
	Balance as of January 3, 2015	$	16,880
	Route businesses reclassified to assets held for sale	(853		)
	Balance as of April 4, 2015	$	16,027
Schedule of Intangible Assets and Goodwill	The changes in the carrying amount of route businesses held for sale for the first quarter of 2015, were as follows:
	(in thousands)	Carrying Amount
	Balance as of January 3, 2015	$	10,816
	Purchases of route businesses held for sale	6,731
	Sales of route businesses held for sale	(7,077		)
	Reclassifications from route intangibles and goodwill	1,666
	Balance as of April 4, 2015	$	12,136

LongTerm_Debt_Tables

Long-Term Debt (Tables)	3 Months Ended
	Apr. 04, 2015
Debt Disclosure [Abstract]
Schedule of Debt	Long-term debt outstanding as of April 4, 2015 and January 3, 2015, consisted of the following:
	(in thousands)	April 4,			January 3,
		2015			2015
	Revolving credit facility	$	50,000		$	50,000
	Other long-term debt	394,802			396,937
	Total debt	444,802			446,937
	Less: Current portion of long-term debt	(8,541		)	(8,561		)
	Total long-term debt	$	436,261		$	438,376

Derivative_Instruments_Tables

Derivative Instruments (Tables)	3 Months Ended
	Apr. 04, 2015
Derivative Instrument Detail [Abstract]
Fair Value Of Derivative Instruments In The Condensed Consolidated Balance Sheets Using Level 2 Inputs	The fair value of the derivative instrument liability in the Condensed Consolidated Balance Sheets using Level 2 inputs was as follows:
	(in thousands)	Balance Sheet Location		April 4,				January 3,
				2015				2015
	Interest rate swaps	Other current liabilities		$	(362	)		$	(438	)
	Interest rate swaps	Other noncurrent liabilities		(1,443		)		—
	Total fair value of derivative instruments			$	(1,805	)		$	(438	)
Change In Unrealized Pre-Tax Gains (Losses) Included In Other Comprehensive Income Due To Fluctuations In Interest Rates And Foreign Exchange Rates	The changes in unrealized losses, net of income tax, included in other comprehensive income due to fluctuations in interest rates and foreign exchange rates were as follows:
		Quarter Ended
	(in thousands)	April 4,				March 29,
		2015				2014
	(Losses)/gains on interest rate swaps, net of income tax benefit/(expense) of $525 and ($36), respectively	$	(841	)		$	58
	Losses on foreign currency forwards, net of income tax benefit of $0 and $5, respectively	—				(22		)
	Total change in unrealized losses from derivative instruments,	$	(841	)		$	36
	net of income tax (effective portion)

Other_Comprehensive_Income_Tab

Other Comprehensive Income (Tables)	3 Months Ended
	Apr. 04, 2015												Mar. 29, 2014
Accumulated Other Comprehensive Income (Loss), Net of Tax [Abstract]
Schedule of Amounts Recognized in Other Comprehensive Income (Loss)	Amounts reclassified out of accumulated other comprehensive income, net of tax, consisted of the following:
				Quarter Ended
	(in thousands)	Income Statement Location		April 4,				March 29,
				2015				2014
	Losses on cash flow hedges reclassified out of accumulated other comprehensive income:
	Interest rate swaps, net of tax of $56 and $60, respectively	Interest expense, net		$	(89	)		$	(96	)
	Foreign currency forwards	Discontinued operations, net of income tax		—				(187		)
	Total cash flow hedge reclassifications, net of tax			$	(89	)		$	(283	)
Components Of Accumulated Other Comprehensive Income	During the first quarter of 2015, changes to the balance in accumulated other comprehensive income were as follows:												During the first quarter of 2014, changes to the balance in accumulated other comprehensive income were as follows:
	(in thousands)	Gains/(Losses) on Cash Flow Hedges				Foreign Currency Translation Adjustments				Total			(in thousands)	Gains/(Losses) on Cash Flow Hedges			Foreign Currency Translation Adjustments			Total
	Balance as of January 3, 2015	$	(270	)		$	(737	)		$	(1,007	)	Balance as of December 28, 2013	$	(574	)	$	10,745		$	10,171
	Other comprehensive loss before reclassifications	(930		)		(447		)		(1,377		)
	Losses reclassified from accumulated other comprehensive income	89				—				89			Other comprehensive loss before reclassifications	(247		)	(1,886		)	(2,133		)
													Losses reclassified from accumulated other comprehensive income	283			—			283
	Net other comprehensive income/(loss)	(841		)		(447		)		(1,288		)
													Net other comprehensive income/(loss)	36			(1,886		)	(1,850		)
	Balance as of April 4, 2015	$	(1,111	)		$	(1,184	)		$	(2,295	)
													Balance as of March 29, 2014	$	(538	)	$	8,859		$	8,321

Segment_Reporting_Tables

Segment Reporting (Tables)	3 Months Ended
	Apr. 04, 2015
Segment Reporting [Abstract]
Schedule of Revenue By Products and Services	Net revenue by product category was as follows:
		Quarter Ended
	(in thousands)	April 4,		March 29,
		2015		2014
	Branded	$	276,686	$	262,281
	Partner brand	85,086		80,025
	Other	40,569		30,710
	Net revenue	$	402,341	$	373,016

Discontinued_Operations_Detail

Discontinued Operations (Details) (USD $)	0 Months Ended	3 Months Ended
	Jun. 30, 2014	Apr. 04, 2015	Mar. 29, 2014	Jan. 03, 2015
Discontinued Operations and Disposal Groups [Abstract]
Disposal date	30-Jun-14
Proceeds from divestiture of businesses	$430,000,000
Proceeds from divestiture of businesses, net of tax	303,000,000
Assets or liabilities associated with discontinued operations		0		0
Income Statement Amount from Discontinued Operations
Net revenue			63,812,000
Cost of sales			48,197,000
Gross margin			15,615,000
Selling, general and administrative			6,042,000
Other income, net			-334,000
Discontinued operations before income taxes			9,907,000
Income tax expense			3,585,000
Discontinued operations, net of income tax		$0	$6,322,000

Business_Acquisitions_Details

Business Acquisitions (Details) (USD $)	3 Months Ended		0 Months Ended
	Apr. 04, 2015	Mar. 29, 2014	Oct. 31, 2014	Jun. 13, 2014
Business Acquisition [Line Items]
Net revenue	$402,341,000	$373,016,000
Late July Snacks LLC [Member]
Business Acquisition [Line Items]
Payments to Acquire Interest in Subsidiaries and Affiliates			59,500,000
Ownership percentage in related party	80.00%		18.70%
Line of intercompany credit	6,000,000
Line of intercompany credit drawn to repay obligations	3,900,000
Net revenue	9,500,000	3,100,000
Baptista's Bakery, Inc. [Member]
Business Acquisition [Line Items]
Net revenue	17,000,000
Payments to acquire business				204,000,000
Accounts payable included in purchase price				2,600,000
Contribution to income before income taxes	$900,000

Earnings_Per_Share_Schedule_of

Earnings Per Share (Schedule of Earnings Per Share) (Details) (USD $)	3 Months Ended
In Thousands, except Per Share data, unless otherwise specified	Apr. 04, 2015	Mar. 29, 2014
Earnings Per Share [Abstract]
Income from continuing operations	$10,636	$10,494
Income from continuing operations allocated to participating securities	-19	-33
Income from continuing operations allocated to common shares	$10,617	$10,461
Weighted average shares outstanding – Basic	70,259	69,738
Earnings per share – Basic (in dollars per share)	$0.15	$0.15
Effect of dilutive securities on shares outstanding: Non-qualified stock options	743	774
Weighted average shares outstanding – Diluted	71,002	70,512
Earnings per share – Diluted (in dollars per share)	$0.15	$0.15

Earnings_Per_Share_Narrative_D

Earnings Per Share (Narrative) (Details) (USD $)	3 Months Ended
	Apr. 04, 2015	Mar. 29, 2014
Earnings Per Share [Abstract]
Basic earnings per share from discontinued operations	$0	$0.09
Diluted earnings per share from discontinued operations	$0	$0.09
Number of shares excluded from calculation of diluted earnings per share	383,000	0

StockBased_Compensation_Narrat

Stock-Based Compensation (Narrative) (Details) (USD $)	3 Months Ended
	Apr. 04, 2015	Mar. 29, 2014
Share-based Compensation Arrangement by Share-based Payment Award [Line Items]
Stock-based compensation expense	$1,350,000	$1,514,000
Number of non-qualified stock options issued	384,453	418,272
Exercise price of non-qualified stock options (in dollars per share)	$31.02	$26.66
Number of common shares repurchased	26,175	43,114
Incentive compensation expense	$600,000	$1,100,000
Restricted Stock [Member]
Share-based Compensation Arrangement by Share-based Payment Award [Line Items]
Number of restricted shares issued to employees	74,874	98,490

Inventories_Components_Of_Inve

Inventories (Components Of Inventory) (Details) (USD $)	Apr. 04, 2015	Jan. 03, 2015
In Thousands, unless otherwise specified
Inventory Disclosure [Abstract]
Finished goods	$74,123	$69,013
Raw materials	18,372	16,853
Maintenance parts, packaging and supplies	31,022	30,370
Total inventories	$123,517	$116,236

Fixed_Assets_Schedule_Of_Fixed

Fixed Assets (Schedule Of Fixed Assets) (Details) (USD $)	Apr. 04, 2015	Jan. 03, 2015
In Thousands, unless otherwise specified
Property, Plant and Equipment [Line Items]
Gross fixed assets	$727,007	$720,157
Accumulated depreciation	-305,545	-296,354
PP&E Net including assets held for sale	421,462	423,803
Fixed assets, net	421,319	423,612
Land and Land Improvements [Member]
Property, Plant and Equipment [Line Items]
Gross fixed assets	27,816	27,816
Buildings and Building improvements
Property, Plant and Equipment [Line Items]
Gross fixed assets	156,226	150,339
Machinery, Equipment and Computer Systems
Property, Plant and Equipment [Line Items]
Gross fixed assets	483,200	483,637
Trucks, Trailors and Automobiles
Property, Plant and Equipment [Line Items]
Gross fixed assets	33,386	33,364
Furniture and Fixtures
Property, Plant and Equipment [Line Items]
Gross fixed assets	14,384	13,153
Construction In Progress [Member]
Property, Plant and Equipment [Line Items]
Gross fixed assets	11,995	11,848
Fixed Assets Held For Sale [Member]
Property, Plant and Equipment [Line Items]
Fixed assets held for sale	($143)	($191)

Fixed_Assets_Narrative_Details

Fixed Assets (Narrative) (Details) (USD $)	3 Months Ended
	Apr. 04, 2015	Mar. 29, 2014
Property, Plant and Equipment [Line Items]
Depreciation expense related to fixed assets	$14,700,000	$10,900,000
Impairment charges	0	1,000,000
Fixed Assets [Member]
Property, Plant and Equipment [Line Items]
Impairment charges	$0	$1,000,000

Goodwill_And_Other_Intangible_2

Goodwill And Other Intangible Assets (Changes In Carrying Amount Of Goodwill) (Details) (USD $)	3 Months Ended
In Thousands, unless otherwise specified	Apr. 04, 2015
Goodwill And Other Intangible Assets [Abstract]
3-Jan-15	$541,539
Goodwill reclassified to assets held for sale	-813
4-Apr-15	$540,726
Document Period End Date	4-Apr-15

Goodwill_And_Other_Intangible_3

Goodwill And Other Intangible Assets (Acquired Intangible Assets) (Details) (USD $)	3 Months Ended
In Thousands, unless otherwise specified	Apr. 04, 2015	Jan. 03, 2015
Intangible Assets [Line Items]
Document Period End Date	4-Apr-15
Gross Carrying Amount	$573,854	$574,707
Accumulated Amortization	-32,183	-29,495
Net Carrying Amount	541,671	545,212
Routes Intangible Assets [Member]
Intangible Assets [Line Items]
Gross Carrying Amount	16,027	16,880
Accumulated Amortization	0	0
Net Carrying Amount	16,027	16,880
Trademarks - Unamortized [Member]
Intangible Assets [Line Items]
Gross Carrying Amount	375,961	375,961
Accumulated Amortization	0	0
Net Carrying Amount	375,961	375,961
Customer And Contractual Relationships - Amortized [Member]
Intangible Assets [Line Items]
Gross Carrying Amount	166,756	166,756
Accumulated Amortization	-28,469	-26,151
Net Carrying Amount	138,287	140,605
Noncompete Agreements [Member]
Intangible Assets [Line Items]
Gross Carrying Amount	710	710
Accumulated Amortization	-206	-173
Net Carrying Amount	504	537
Technology-Based Intangible Assets [Member]
Intangible Assets [Line Items]
Gross Carrying Amount	2,700	2,700
Accumulated Amortization	-145	-100
Net Carrying Amount	2,555	2,600
Reacquired Rights - Amortized [Member]
Intangible Assets [Line Items]
Gross Carrying Amount	3,100	3,100
Accumulated Amortization	-1,423	-1,327
Net Carrying Amount	1,677	1,773
Patents [Member]
Intangible Assets [Line Items]
Gross Carrying Amount	8,600	8,600
Accumulated Amortization	-1,940	-1,744
Net Carrying Amount	$6,660	$6,856

Goodwill_And_Other_Intangible_4

Goodwill And Other Intangible Assets (Changes In Carrying Value Of Route Businesses) (Details) (USD $)	3 Months Ended
In Thousands, unless otherwise specified	Apr. 04, 2015
Intangible Assets [Line Items]
Document Period End Date	4-Apr-15
Routes Intangible Assets [Member]
Intangible Assets [Line Items]
3-Jan-15	16,880
Route businesses reclassified to assets held for sale	-853
4-Apr-15	16,027

Goodwill_And_Other_Intangible_5

Goodwill And Other Intangible Assets Goodwill And Other Intangible Assets (Changes in Carrying Value of Routes Businesses Held for Sale) (Details) (USD $)	3 Months Ended
In Thousands, unless otherwise specified	Apr. 04, 2015	Mar. 29, 2014
Goodwill And Other Intangible Assets (Changes in Carrying Value of Routes Businesses Held for Sale) [Abstract]
3-Jan-15	$10,816
Purchases of route businesses held for sale	6,731	4,393
Sales of route businesses held for sale	-7,077
Reclassifications from route intangibles and goodwill	1,666
4-Apr-15	$12,136

Goodwill_And_Other_Intangible_6

Goodwill And Other Intangible Assets (Narrative) (Details) (USD $)	3 Months Ended
	Apr. 04, 2015	Mar. 29, 2014
Finite-Lived Intangible Assets [Line Items]
Amortization expense related to intangibles	$2,700,000	$2,400,000
Gains On The Sale Of Route Businesses	1,100,000	1,600,000
Losses On The Sale Of Route Businesses	300,000	400,000
Document Period End Date	4-Apr-15
Trademarks - Unamortized [Member]
Finite-Lived Intangible Assets [Line Items]
Other Asset Impairment Charges	0	0
Number Of Intangible Assets Impaired	1
Indefinite-lived Intangible Assets (Excluding Goodwill), Fair Value Disclosure	$9,800,000

LongTerm_Debt_Schedule_Of_Debt

Long-Term Debt (Schedule Of Debt Outstanding) (Details) (USD $)	Apr. 04, 2015	Jan. 03, 2015
In Thousands, unless otherwise specified
Debt Disclosure [Abstract]
Revolving credit facility	$50,000	$50,000
Other long-term debt	394,802	396,937
Total debt	444,802	446,937
Less: Current portion of long-term debt	-8,541	-8,561
Total long-term debt	$436,261	$438,376

LongTerm_Debt_Narrative_Detail

Long-Term Debt (Narrative) (Details) (USD $)	3 Months Ended
	Apr. 04, 2015
Debt Disclosure [Abstract]
Revolving credit facility borrowings, maximum	$375,000,000
Maturity date	30-May-19
Available unused credit facilities	325,000,000
Repayments or proceeds from revolving credit facility	$0

Income_Taxes_Narrative_Details

Income Taxes (Narrative) (Details) (USD $)	3 Months Ended
In Millions, unless otherwise specified	Apr. 04, 2015	Mar. 29, 2014	Jan. 03, 2015
Income Tax Disclosure [Abstract]
Gross unrecognized tax benefits	$3.80		$3.70
Interest and penalties related to unrecognized tax benefits in noncurrent liabilities	1.5		1.4
Amount, if recognized, that affects the effective tax rate	3.8
Potential reduction of unrecognized tax benefit	$1.60
Effective income tax rate	35.90%	24.10%

Fair_Value_Measurements_Fair_V

Fair Value Measurements Fair Value Measurements (Narrative) (Details) (USD $)	Apr. 04, 2015	Jan. 03, 2015	Mar. 29, 2014	Dec. 28, 2013
ASSETS
Cash and cash equivalents	$12,389,000	$35,373,000	$5,638,000	$14,080,000
Restricted cash	966,000	966,000
Total assets	13,355,000	36,339,000
Liabilities:
Interest rate swaps	1,805,000	438,000
Total liabilities	1,805,000	438,000
Debt outstanding, fair value	450,000,000	453,000,000
Fair Value, Inputs, Level 1 [Member]
ASSETS
Cash and cash equivalents	12,389,000	35,373,000
Restricted cash	966,000	966,000
Total assets	13,355,000	36,339,000
Liabilities:
Interest rate swaps	0	0
Total liabilities	0	0
Fair Value, Inputs, Level 2 [Member]
ASSETS
Cash and cash equivalents	0	0
Restricted cash	0	0
Total assets	0	0
Liabilities:
Interest rate swaps	1,805,000	438,000
Total liabilities	1,805,000	438,000
Fair Value, Inputs, Level 3 [Member]
ASSETS
Cash and cash equivalents	0	0
Restricted cash	0	0
Total assets	0	0
Liabilities:
Interest rate swaps	0	0
Total liabilities	$0	$0

Derivative_Instruments_Fair_Va

Derivative Instruments (Fair Value Of Derivative Instruments In The Condensed Consolidated Balance Sheets Using Level 2 Inputs) (Details) (USD $)	Apr. 04, 2015	Jan. 03, 2015
In Thousands, unless otherwise specified
Derivative [Line Items]
Total fair value of derivative instruments	$1,805	$438
Fair Value, Inputs, Level 2 [Member]
Derivative [Line Items]
Total fair value of derivative instruments	1,805	438
Fair Value, Inputs, Level 2 [Member] | Designated as Hedging Instrument [Member]
Derivative [Line Items]
Total fair value of derivative instruments	-1,805	-438
Fair Value, Inputs, Level 2 [Member] | Designated as Hedging Instrument [Member] | Interest Rate Swap [Member] | Other Noncurrent Liabilities [Member]
Derivative [Line Items]
Total fair value of derivative instruments	-362	-438
Fair Value, Inputs, Level 2 [Member] | Designated as Hedging Instrument [Member] | Interest Rate Swap [Member] | Prepaid Expenses And Other Current Assets [Member]
Derivative [Line Items]
Total fair value of derivative instruments	($1,443)	$0

Derivative_Instruments_Change_

Derivative Instruments (Change In Unrealized Net of Tax Gains (Losses) Included In Other Comprehensive Income Due To Fluctuations In Interest Rates And Foreign Exchange Rates) (Details) (USD $)	3 Months Ended
In Thousands, unless otherwise specified	Apr. 04, 2015	Mar. 29, 2014
Derivative [Line Items]
Other comprehensive income (loss), derivatives qualifying as hedges, net of tax	($841)	$36
Interest Rate Swap [Member]
Derivative [Line Items]
Other comprehensive income (loss), derivatives qualifying as hedges, net of tax	-841	58
Other comprehensive income, income tax benefit/(expense)	525	-36
Forward Contracts [Member]
Derivative [Line Items]
Other comprehensive income (loss), derivatives qualifying as hedges, net of tax	0	-22
Other comprehensive income, income tax benefit/(expense)	$0	$5

Derivative_Instruments_Narrati

Derivative Instruments (Narrative) (Details) (Interest Rate Swap [Member], USD $)	Apr. 04, 2015	Jan. 03, 2015	Feb. 28, 2015
In Millions, unless otherwise specified
Derivative [Line Items]
Notional amount	$125	$50
Interest Rate Swap Due May Two Thousand Nineteen [Member]
Derivative [Line Items]
Notional amount			25
Fixed interest rate			1.58%
Interest Rate Swap Due May Two Thousand Twenty Four [Member]
Derivative [Line Items]
Notional amount			50
Fixed interest rate			1.98%
Interest Rate Swap Due November Two Thousand Fifteen [Member]
Derivative [Line Items]
Notional amount	$50

Commitments_And_Contingencies_

Commitments And Contingencies (Narrative) (Details) (USD $)	3 Months Ended
In Millions, unless otherwise specified	Apr. 04, 2015	Jan. 03, 2015
Commitments And Contingencies [Line Items]
Purchase commitments for inventory	113.6	$105.20
Letters of credit	11.6	11.4
Financial Guarantee [Member]
Commitments And Contingencies [Line Items]
Outstanding aggregate balance on loans	132.7	$130.30
Percentage of outstanding loans under the guarantee	25.00%
Percentage of new loans issued	25.00%
Minimum
Commitments And Contingencies [Line Items]
Advance contract period for purchase commitment of major ingredients and packaging (months)	3 months
Maximum
Commitments And Contingencies [Line Items]
Advance contract period for purchase commitment of major ingredients and packaging (months)	12 months

Related_Party_Transactions_Det

Related Party Transactions (Details) (USD $)	3 Months Ended
In Millions, unless otherwise specified	Apr. 04, 2015	Mar. 29, 2014	Jan. 03, 2015
Related Party Transaction [Line Items]
Right to repurchase asset period, days	30 days
Loan Service Agreements [Member]
Related Party Transaction [Line Items]
Guarantor obligations, current carrying value	27.1		$26.40
Eckert Seamans Cherin And Mellott L L C [Member]
Related Party Transaction [Line Items]
Payments made to related party	0.4	0.1
Maine Warehouse Michaud [Member]
Related Party Transaction [Line Items]
Payments made to related party	0.1

Other_Comprehensive_Income_Sch

Other Comprehensive Income (Schedule of Amounts Recognized in Other Comprehensive Income) (Details) (USD $)	3 Months Ended
In Thousands, unless otherwise specified	Apr. 04, 2015	Mar. 29, 2014
Accumulated Other Comprehensive Income (Loss) [Line Items]
Other comprehensive income (loss), net of tax	($89)	($283)
Cash Flow Hedging [Member] | Interest Expense [Member] | Fair Value, Inputs, Level 2 [Member] | Designated as Hedging Instrument [Member] | Interest Rate Swap [Member]
Accumulated Other Comprehensive Income (Loss) [Line Items]
Other comprehensive income (loss), net of tax	-89	-96
Other comprehensive income (loss), tax	56	60
Cash Flow Hedging [Member] | Sales Revenue, Net [Member] | Fair Value, Inputs, Level 2 [Member] | Designated as Hedging Instrument [Member] | Forward Contracts [Member]
Accumulated Other Comprehensive Income (Loss) [Line Items]
Other comprehensive income (loss), net of tax	$0	($187)

Other_Comprehensive_Income_Com

Other Comprehensive Income (Components Of Accumulated Other Comprehensive Income) (Details) (USD $)	3 Months Ended
In Thousands, unless otherwise specified	Apr. 04, 2015	Mar. 29, 2014
Beginning balance, Gains/(Losses) on Cash Flow Hedges	($270)	($574)
Beginning balance, Foreign Currency Translation Adjustments	-737	10,745
Beginning balance, Total	-1,007	10,171
Other comprehensive loss before reclassifications, Gains/(Losses) on Cash Flow Hedges	-930	-247
Net other comprehensive income/(losses), Foreign Currency Translation Adjustments	-447	-1,886
Net other comprehensive income/(loss), Total	-1,288	-1,850
Losses reclassified from accumulated other comprehensive income, Gains/(Losses) on Cash Flow Hedges	89	283
Losses reclassified from accumulated other comprehensive income, Foreign Currency Translation Adjustments	0	0
Net other comprehensive income/(loss), Gains/(Losses) on Cash Flow Hedges	-841	36
Ending balance, Gains/(Losses) on Cash Flow Hedges	-1,111	-538
Ending balance, Foreign Currency Translation Adjustments	-1,184	8,859
Ending balance, Total	-2,295	8,321
Other Comprehensive Income Loss Before Reclassifications [Member]
Net other comprehensive income/(loss), Total	-1,377	-2,133
Income Loss Reclassified from Other Comprehensive Income [Member]
Net other comprehensive income/(loss), Total	$89	$283

Other_Comprehensive_Income_Nar

Other Comprehensive Income (Narrative) (Details) (USD $)	3 Months Ended
In Thousands, unless otherwise specified	Apr. 04, 2015	Mar. 29, 2014
Statement of Comprehensive Income [Abstract]
Total other comprehensive income	$9,348	$14,966

Segment_Reporting_Revenue_by_P

Segment Reporting (Revenue by Product Category) (Details) (USD $)	3 Months Ended
In Thousands, unless otherwise specified	Apr. 04, 2015	Mar. 29, 2014
Revenue by Products and Services [Line Items]
Net revenue	$402,341	$373,016
Branded [Member]
Revenue by Products and Services [Line Items]
Net revenue	276,686	262,281
Partnerbrands [Member]
Revenue by Products and Services [Line Items]
Net revenue	85,086	80,025
Other [Member]
Revenue by Products and Services [Line Items]
Net revenue	$40,569	$30,710

Segment_Reporting_Narrative_De

Segment Reporting (Narrative) (Details) (USD $)	3 Months Ended
In Thousands, unless otherwise specified	Apr. 04, 2015	Mar. 29, 2014
	segment
Revenue by Products and Services [Line Items]
Number of business segments	1
Net revenue	$402,341	$373,016
Partnerbrands [Member]
Revenue by Products and Services [Line Items]
Net revenue	85,086	80,025
Other [Member]
Revenue by Products and Services [Line Items]
Net revenue	40,569	30,710
Late July Snacks LLC [Member]
Revenue by Products and Services [Line Items]
Net revenue	9,500	3,100
Late July Snacks LLC [Member] | Partnerbrands [Member]
Revenue by Products and Services [Line Items]
Net revenue		2,000
Late July Snacks LLC [Member] | Other [Member]
Revenue by Products and Services [Line Items]
Net revenue		$1,100

Significant_Customers_Details

Significant Customers (Details) (USD $)	3 Months Ended
In Millions, unless otherwise specified	Apr. 04, 2015	Mar. 29, 2014	Jan. 03, 2015
Walmart Stores Inc [Member]
Revenue, Major Customer [Line Items]
Concentration of risk, accounts receivable	15.7		$13.80
Third Party Distributors [Member]
Revenue, Major Customer [Line Items]
Concentration risk	5.00%
Sales Revenue, Goods, Net [Member] | Walmart Stores Inc [Member]
Revenue, Major Customer [Line Items]
Concentration risk	13.00%	15.00%

Subsequent_Events_Narrative_De

Subsequent Events (Narrative) (Details) (Subsequent Event [Member], USD $)	0 Months Ended
	6-May-15	6-May-15
Subsequent Event [Member]
Subsequent Event [Line Items]
Cash dividend declared	$0.16	$0.16
Dividends payable, date to be paid	29-May-15
Dividends payable, date of record	21-May-15