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Goodwill and Other Intangible Assets - Summary of Changes in Carrying Amount of Goodwill (Detail) (USD $) In Thousands, unless otherwise specified | 6 Months Ended |
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Jul. 12, 2014 | Dec. 28, 2013
Schedule Of Goodwill And Intangible Assets [Line Items] |  |
Other | $ (768) |
Goodwill | 398,852 | 399,620
Accumulated impairment charges | (86,600) | (86,600)
Goodwill, net | 312,252 | 313,020
Retail [Member] |  |
Schedule Of Goodwill And Intangible Assets [Line Items] |  |
Other | (768) |
Goodwill | 253,670 | 254,438
Accumulated impairment charges | (86,600) | (86,600)
Goodwill, net | 167,070 | 167,838
Food Distribution [Member] |  |
Schedule Of Goodwill And Intangible Assets [Line Items] |  |
Goodwill | 145,182 | 145,182
Goodwill, net | $ 145,182 | $ 145,182

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