THE CLIENT CONNECT WITH EUREST
FY25Q3 | April-June2025
TRENDS AND UPDATES
TREND WATCH
As seen in Foodservice Director, Eurest’s perspective on the foods, flavors and forces defining the year ahead.
HEAR FROM OUR REGIONAL CHEFS
PLANNING FOR TOMORROW’S WORKFORCE
Eurest VP of Human Resources Keysa Minnifield shared her advice in HR Daily Advisor on the one question leaders need to constantly ask today to prepare for tomorrow
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ECT DIRECT
en in Daily Coffee News, Eurest introduced Coffee Roasters, benefiting coffeeng communities with every cup.
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A MESSAGE FROM THE REGIONAL VICE PRESIDENT
Welcome to the Spring edition of "The Client Connect with Eurest."
Our marketing and operational teams have put together a comprehensive overview of recent advancements within the Eurest business Please look at the entire lookbook for detailed information, as I've highlighted a few personal favorites below
Direct
Coffee
Eurest is leading the way in coffee innovation with Direct Coffee Roasters. We're excited to introduce our new selfserve drip coffee program featuring Direct Coffee Roasters, developed in collaboration with Farmer Brothers. With 11 unique blends, Direct Coffee is roasted at a LEED Silver Certified facility that operates with low emissions and is powered by 100% renewable energy credits In addition to traditional drip coffee stations, Direct Coffee Roasters is now part of our catering services, offering premium coffee options for workplace meetings and special events
Our Latest Culinary Concepts
We're thrilled to present Turo-Turo, Revolution Noodle, and Little Lime, which bring diverse flavors and textures. Turo-Turo highlights Filipino heritage influenced by Spanish, Western, Chinese, Japanese, and Pacific Islander cuisines, featuring cultural staples such as Chicken Adobo and Filipino BBQ Chicken. Revolution Noodle offers innovative dishes with made-to-order Asian-inspired specialty noodles, including Pho and Ramen options. Little Lime combines bold Texas flavors with vibrant Mexican traditions, offering fajita platters, burritos and bowls, nachos, and taco salads
Introducing Actual Veggies as Exclusive Veggie Burger Partner
Eurest is pleased to announce Actual Veggies as our exclusive veggie burger partner. This partnership reinforces our commitment to promoting well-being and better nutrition through fresh, high-quality ingredients. The Black Bean Burger will be available year-round, with seasonal offerings like the Super Greens Burger this spring.
Take Action for Stop Food Waste Day
Stop Food Waste Day is globally recognized on April 30 Initiated by Compass Group in 2017, it is the largest single day of action against global food waste, encouraging innovation and initiatives that drive lasting change in our operations.
Please refer to the “What’s Coming” section of the newsletter for insights into upcoming developments.
Wishing you a wonderful Spring season
David Normann, Regional Vice President
CONNECT WITH PEOPLE
EUREST WELCOMES LARGEST LIFELONG LEARNING CLASS
Eurest’s Global University of Lifelong Learning (GULL) welcomed its largest class todate, kicking off a 16-week journey. More than 82% of graduates remain with the company and 42% have been promoted.
MEET THE CLASS
FOUR GENERATIONS OF WOMEN LEAD ONE POWERFUL DISCUSSION
Catch up on the special Women’s History Month discussion about women in the workforce through the generations Four women across Eurest & ESFM shared their unique stories and perspectives on managing professional aspirations with personal convictions
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EUREST CHEFS PARTICIPATE IN WOMEN IN CULINARY SHOWCASE
CELEBRATING BARISTA APPRECIATION DAY
Our second annual Barista Appreciation Day is May 9 Join us in extending a thank you to the baristas serving up our signature drinks with a smile from coffee bars every day.
FIND OUT OUR BARISTAS FAVORITE DRINKS
For the fifth year, 30 culinarians across Compass joined together for the Women in Culinary Showcase to demonstrate their culinary creativity and inspire new pathways. The four chefs representing Eurest include Executive Sous Chef Amanda Standfield, Sous Chefs Frances Lyles, Tanisha Wynder and Executive Chef Shanique Lewin.
CONNECT WITH PEOPLE
BARISTA APPRECIATION DAY
The 2 Thursday of May we celebrate the baristas behind the coffee We honor their skill, dedication, and passion for crafting each beverage On this holiday, we recognize these talented individuals who transform a simple cup of coffee into a delightful experience. nd
Cheers to our baristas!
Name and current Coffee Bar?
John Copen, Breaking Grounds at Kiewit Lone Tree
Out of all of the coffee bars, what inspired you to choose Compass?
The people I love getting to know all our clients, our coffee is an amazing local roaster OZO and our staff is amazing.
You get to have one coffee drink the rest of your life: what is it and why did you choose it?
I would choose the cinnamon roll latte. Love all the flavors and how it compliments the espresso so well. It’s like a warm hug in a cup.
What surprised you most about why you love your career in coffee?
That anything I’ve done with coffee has been about for or around serving others It’s amazing how good it feels to brighten someones day by just a smile or a hello to someone.
Name and current Coffee Bar?
Sue Beane, Lockheed Martin Deer Creek, Littleton CO. What got you into coffee?
Having my second child Needed the extra energy! Who would you love to sit down with over a cup of coffee/dream coffee conversation?
Would love to sit with Blake Shelton. Never a dull moment. What surprised you most about why you love your career in coffee?
How fun it really is. I get to have conversations with Guests all day and listen to music. Hardly feels like working. What are your top sellers or guests favorite at your coffee bar?
Caramel Macchiato hands down. Guests love it and we get to make something a little more special than the regular latte
INSPIRE THROUGH FOOD
MOCHA MOUSSE LANDS AT THE COFFEE BAR
The Pantone Color of the Year inspires fashion, interior design, décor… and even hair color. When Pantone named the Color of the Year for 2025, the Eurest team was inspired to bring the warmth and elegance of Mocha Mousse to life literally For a limited time, guests can sip or taste the Color of the Year with the Mocha Mousse Latte served with Coffee Whipped Cream or Mocha Mousse Delight.
TRY THE MOCHA MOUSSE DELIGHT
NOW SERVING: TURO-TURO, REVOLUTION NOODLE AND LITTLE LIME
Our latest culinary concepts bring an abundance of flavor and texture.
Turo-Turo is our latest chef-driven concept representing Filipino heritage and its influences from Spanish, Western, Chinese, Japanese and Pacific Islander cuisine. Menus feature cultural staples like Chicken Adobo and the smoky richness of Filipino BBQ Chicken.
Revolution Noodle has gotten an exciting update. Our Asian-inspired concept featuring specialty noodles, features dishes made to order. Look out for our two menus: Pho and Ramen.
Little Lime is our latest Tex-Mex concept, fusing the bold flavors of Texas and the vibrant traditions of Mexican cuisine Try the fajita platters, burritos and bowls, nachos and taco salads
INSPIRE THROUGH FOOD
SPRING CATERING IN BLOOM
As gardens bloom and winter layers are shed, Eurest’s spring catering menu presents the flavors of the season. For morning inspiration, look for the Farmers Market Brunch Boards or Breakfast Tea Party spread featuring petite scones, maple sausage pigs in a blanked and minted fruit salad. A build your own Iced Tea Bar is there to elevate lunch and for those in-between meal meetings, there are plenty of small bites, including Afternoon Tea Boards and Hummus Cups with Spring Vegetables.
For more information, please reach out to your Catering Manager.
INTRODUCING ACTUAL VEGGIES AS EXCLUSIVE VEGGIE BURGER PARTNER
Eurest welcomes Actual Veggies as our exclusive veggie burger partner a brand that aligns with our commitment to supporting well-being and better nutrition choices for our guests through fresh, high-quality ingredients. The Black Bean Burger is offered year-round, and we’ll serve exciting seasonal burgers, including the Super Greens Burger this spring.
LEARN MORE ABOUT ACTUAL VEGGIES
SOLUTIONS CREATE
EUREST FUELS COFFEE INNOVATION WITH DIRECT COFFEE ROASTERS
Our new drip coffee self-serve program features Direct Coffee Roasters, a brand Eurest developed in partnership with Farmer Brothers. Featuring 11 distinct blends, Direct Coffee is roasted in a LEED Silver Certified, low-emission facility powered by 100% renewable energy credits Beyond traditional drip coffee stations, Direct Coffee Roasters is now part of our catering operations, providing high-quality coffee selections for workplace meetings and special events.
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INVESTING IN BEHAVIOR CHANGE RESEARCH TO DRIVE PLANT-CENTRIC MENUS
Eurest partnered with an East Coast financial client to test and demonstrate the power of education and menu innovation in leading guests to choose better-for-you options. The focus was to present plant-forward menu choices in different ways for the same item to understand motivations.
FIND OUT THE RESULTS
FLOWER SHOP IN YOUR MARKETPLACE
Lunch with a side of spring blooms! Eurest’s flower shops are popping up at marketplaces this spring, so you can build a special bouquet of fresh flowers.
This experience is a perfect complement for seasonal experiences, like Mother’s Day.
LIVE OUR PROMISE
PURELY ELIZABETH NOW EUREST’S EXCLUSIVE GRANOLA PROVIDER
Elizabeth Stein set out to make a better-for-you granola and ascended to grocery store favorite since founding Purely Elizabeth out of her small New York City kitchen. Today, Eurest is a leading supporter of Purely Elizabeth’s expansion into foodservice. The brand's Ancient Grains Granola will be our exclusive granola partner.
ABOUT OUR PARTNERSHIP
MAKE A DIFFERENCE FOR IMPACT & INCLUSION MONTH
April is Inclusion & Impact Month across Compass and we’re uniting to make a difference. Teams will be organizing service activities and we’ll be participating in Best Buddies Friendship Walks in cities nationwide. The Best Buddies Friendship Walk is the leading walk in the country supporting inclusion for people with intellectual and developmental disabilities.
SEE EUREST CARES IN ACTION
NEW BENEFIT ALERT: VOLUNTEER TIME OFF
Eurest is joining client partners in supporting team members with getting active in their communities. Eurest introduced Volunteer Time Off, or VTO, as a new salaried employee benefit to encourage community involvement.
MORE ABOUT VTO
TAKE ACTION FOR STOP FOOD WASTE DAY
Stop Food Waste Day is recognized globally on April 30. Started by Compass Group in 2017, it’s the largest single day of action in the fight against global food waste – inspiring innovation and action that creates lasting change in our operations.
WATCH OUR RECIPE SERIES TO GET INSPIRED
WHAT’S COMING
A LOOK AT Q2
MARKETPLACE HAPPENINGS
Longer days and more sunshine, there is so much to look forward to in the months ahead.
May is the Berry Best. May is National Strawberry Month –look out for recipes and specials that celebrate the peak of the strawberry’s freshness and flavor all month long.
Fiesta de Mayo. To coincide with Cinco de Mayo, our marketplaces will feature special Mexican-inspired cuisine
Culinary Spotlight: Asian American Pacific Islander Month in May. To showcase the flavors and cuisine from our community of chefs, we’ll be sharing special menus in the marketplace.
Mental Health Awareness month is in May. Our Well-being team will be supporting initiatives during the month National Donut Day. You do-nut want to miss this Specials will be available for this guest favorite day.
KEY DATES TO NOTE
Earth Day: April 22
Administrative Professionals Day: April 23
Stop Food Waste Day: April 30
Mother’s Day: May 11
Memorial Day: May 26
Father’s Day: June 15
Juneteenth: June 19
Summer Solstice: June 20
