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Goodwill and Other Intangible Assets - Summary of Changes in Carrying Amount of Goodwill (Detail) (USD $) In Thousands, unless otherwise specified | 9 Months Ended |
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Oct. 04, 2014 | Dec. 28, 2013
Goodwill [Line Items] |  |
Goodwill | $ 383,952 | $ 385,786
Accumulated impairment charges | (86,600) | (86,600)
Goodwill, net | 297,352 | 299,186
Other | (1,834) |
Retail [Member] |  |
Goodwill [Line Items] |  |
Goodwill | 252,604 | 254,438
Accumulated impairment charges | (86,600) | (86,600)
Goodwill, net | 166,004 | 167,838
Other | (1,834) |
Food Distribution [Member] |  |
Goodwill [Line Items] |  |
Goodwill | 131,348 | 131,348
Goodwill, net | $ 131,348 | $ 131,348

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