OUR TEAM
responsible practices.
We are a culture driven to create food that is alive with flavor and nutrition, prepared from scratch using authentic ingredients.
Food that is alive with flavor and nutrition
Creative and fun concepts
Innovative and entrepreneurial
Fiercely focused and committed to you
Constantly challenging the status quo
Creating a significant difference in the industry
HIGHER EDUCATION
CORPORATE HEADQUARTERS & SPECIALTY VENUES
BON APPETIT ALWAYS…
…cooks from scratch using fresh, authentic ingredients. …starts with food in its purest, most natural form.
… purchases local and seasonal products.
… makes our food alive with flavor and nutrition.
… supports small farmers and artisans who grow their food or raise their animals in a sustainable manner.
… never uses cycle menus, allowing our chefs to showcase their unique talent and regional ingredients.
… follows a set of ‘Kitchen Principles’ as our companywide culinary and sourcing standards.
PIONEERING
Adopting Seafood
Watch guidelines
2002
Serving cage -free shell eggs (liquid eggs since 2016)
2005
Fighting for farmworkers’ rights
2009
Serving humanely raised ground beef
2012
Reducing time in gestation crates for sows
2016 Phasing out plastic straws
2018
1999
Farm to Fork
2003 Reducing antibiotic use in farm animals; serving rBGH-free milk
2007 Addressing food’s role in climate change
2015 Purchasing FAD -free tuna; switching to Fair Trade Certified tea
2019 Sustainable coffee commitment
OUR FARM TO FORK PARTNERS
Four Town Farm, 17 mi.
DaSilva Farm, 22 mi.
Hidden Meadows Farm, 39 mi.
Horse Listeners Orchard, 41 mi.
Wishing Stone Farm, 44 mi.
Quansett Nursery, 46 mi.
Maplewood Farm, 49 mi.
Photo credit: Blackbird Farms
Supporting small owner operated farms, ranches, and artisan producers within 150 miles of our kitchens since 1999.
Sourcing at least 20% of our food from registered vendors, often exceeding this baseline.
Adhering to the sustainability guidelines of the Monterey Bay Aquarium’s Seafood Watch® program
Purchasing only wild caught salmon and tuna caught without the use of FADs
Examining the use of antibiotics in aquaculture
SUSTAINABLE SEAFOOD
Twin Bee, is an M/WBE coffee roaster, based in Worcester, MA. At Twin Bee, the belief is that coffee can be a source of good in the world. Beyond the unique fruitiness and sparkling acidity of the Burundi coffees, the direct trade partnerships empower growers, encourage gender equity, and help build self-sustaining communities.
Fogbusters Coffee Works is based in Greenfield, MA. Fogbusters crafts artisanal blends using 100% Fair Trade and USDA Organic beans. By selling only 100% Organic, Fair Trade, Air Roasted Coffee, they offer an extremely high quality product.
Borealis Coffee Company is a long-time Bon Appétit Farm to Fork vendor, based in Pawtucket, RI. Borealis’ small-batch, handcrafted beans highlight coffee flavors in a way that large coffee companies and distant supply chains do not.
PROGRAM FOR BRYANT
Crafted with food allergic individuals in mind.
All options are made without the use of top9*allergens plus gluten.
Meals are prepared solely from whole foods, resulting in tasty choices that are ready when a guests arrives.
FISHER STUDENT CENTER
KOREAN BBQ BURGER SPOT TAQUERIA
Pick 4 is a convenient option to build a balanced meal on the go
Partnering with Hope & Main will supply grab and go menu items while supporting a local non-profit Robust meal options for athletes will help address meal needs before and after practice
Pick 4 meal exchange options throughout the day
Barista training and support to introduce a strong coffee program on campus
Signature Bulldog Bytes snacks, including seasonal Bulldog Bytes snacks and Archway Acai Bowl
Zero emissions food truck navigating campus
Weekly menus featuring delicious, authentic, fan-favorite dishes
Ability to offer fully-customizable special menus that align with particular events Customize the truck to reflect the branding and identity of Bryant University
TUPPER’S TRUCK
Customizing events to your needs with a personalized, hightouch approach. Offering flexible service styles from drop-off options to full- service galas.
Partnering with onsite stakeholders and off- site vendors to take the worry out of planning.
The Toward Zero Waste Catering guide turns reducing food waste into something to brag about.
Balanced menu options designed for athletes
Exciting seasonal buffets for entertaining clients and welcoming guests
Enticing catering menus to accommodate any level of service, from student-friendly to Presidential
Inspiring seasonal additions to catering menus
OUR BEST MARKETING
EFFORTS ARE…
… reflective of community culture.
… full of spirit and creativity.
… designed to engage, educate, and entertain our guests.
… SMART (specific, measurable, attainable, realistic, and trackable).
… compliment Bryant’s initiatives.
A COMPLETE DIGITAL EXPERIENCE…
… with ever-changing content keeps guests excited & connected.
… Menu Mail delivers the menu and event information to your Inbox.
… with streamlined mobile experience.
… that displays menus by location, daypart, and allows guests to filter by menu attribute.
REAL-TIME FEEDBACK SOLUTIONS
Bon Appétit can offer a variety of real-time guest feedback solutions such as Sentiment Catcher by OmniXM, DropThought, Zingle, StoreRanker, and Happy or Not
HEAR ABOUT IT
Creating a community of wellness by providing craveable meals and inspiring good habits
Supporting extensive well being commitments through easy to read COR icons
Prioritizing plantforward, vegan, and vegetarian menu options
OUR TRAINING
INCLUDES…
… using clear and concise allergen protocols and descriptive menu nomenclature.
…
FARE guidelines and allergen awareness training.
…fostering individual communication between our culinary team and guests.
OUR NUTRITION TEAM…
…provides holistic wellness information underpinned by sound science.
…promotes food literacy through digital and in-café wellness engagement.
…supports guests’ dietary needs through labeling and staff training.
EMPLOYEE ENGAGEMENT
SEAMLESS TRANSITION
OUTSTANDING STUDENT LIFE
An inclusive, authentic dining experience that represents the diverse palates and preferences of the Bryant community
Bon Appétit “Adventures” that complement Bryant’s campus culture and traditions
ACADEMIC EXCELLENCE
Wholesome, from-scratch meals to support the rigorous demands of student life Immersive wellness and nutrition programming that educates students about their food Collaborating with faculty and staff to make dining an educational experience
COMPETITIVE ATHLETICS
Fun, spontaneous events like pop-ups around campus, cooking classes in our kitchens, and local farm tours
Prioritizing the needs of Bryant’s athletes with optimally nutritious and customized menus in packout meals and at “Tupper’s Table”
Ongoing support and consultation with Bon Appétit’s regional and corporate wellness teams
