Food treated with bacteriophage, as to reduce or prevent the growth of undesirable bacteria. The food may be coated with bacteriophage and rubbed to distribute the phage on the food surface. The food may be coated in two or more layers. A process for treating food with bacteriophage comprises contacting the food with the bacteriophage and rubbing the coated food surface. The coating and/or rubbing may be performed in vibratory conveyor.