WD Midwest Region Newsletter_Q3

THE CLIENT CONNECT WITH EUREST

A MESSAGE FROM THE REGIONAL VICE PRESIDENT

These past few months have been a whirlwind as we opened new spaces, welcomed new clients, and celebrated our associates. I hope the next few pages serve as a resource for you and your team and provide you with a small glimpse into the heart of Eurest.

One of the things in this newsletter I especially want to highlight is the page titled “Create Solutions”. That really is our passion, and we know you trust us to do this for you everyday. The WasteNot program that is in place in each of our units is an integral tool to put the responsibility of controlling food waste not only in the hands of our managers, but in the hands of each of our associates.

Coffee bars have become the biggest trend that we’re seeing in new construction projects, and we couldn’t love it more It allows for abundant creativity in the look and feel, versatility in menu offerings for both food and beverages, and above all, creates a collaborative and valued amenity to your employees. The resources we’ve linked in this newsletter expand on all of those points, so I encourage you to look through them if a coffee bar is in your space, or in your future.

Lastly, I just want to thank each of you individually for partnering with Eurest. We strive to continually be better, so if there is anything we can do for you, please reach out to your DM, or myself individually.

Mike Niersbach, RVP

TRENDS AND UPDATES

STORIES OF IMPACT AND CHANGE

Compass Group USA’s Sustainability Report is a collection of stories, testimonials and examples showcasing our teams working together to make a difference.

We invite you to read how Eurest is making a positive impact on people and the planet:

Our Planet Promise Change Maker Emily Wunder (pg 14)

Compass Group Chef of the Year Katie Cowie (pg 18)

Our Plant Forward Strategy in Action at Rivian (pg 38)

Our Women-led Cool Chix concept and partnership (pgs 92-93)

READ COMPASS GROUP’S 2023 CORPORATE SOCIAL RESPONSIBILITY REPORT

GIVING VOICE TO DIVERSITY, EQUITY AND INCLUSION

Compass Group USA’s Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Report shares engaging stories that reflect our three pillars of impact: People, Culture, and Community

Here’s where you can find Eurest in the report: Acting in Harmony Ritu Dewan (pg 8) Frontline Empowerment Rina Amaya Pena (pg 41) How Nuggets are Supporting Women-Owned Businesses (pgs 66-68) Igniting Small Businesses (pg 74-75)

READ COMPASS GROUP’S 2024 DIVERSITY, EQUITY, AND INCLUSION REPORT

CONNECT WITH PEOPLE

FOOD WITH PURPOSE CHANGE MAKERS

Our Food with Purpose Change Makers embody the key principles and focus areas of our wellness and sustainability platform, continuously working for the good of people and the planet. They help people make better nutrition choices, work to source sustainably, lessen our carbon impact and reduce waste

READ ABOUT CHANGE MAKER EMILY WUNDER

READ ABOUT CHANGE MAKER KERRY ROSE

HERO STORIES

Meghan has been here 11 years off & on. She’s the ultimate team player and is always a huge help.

Kerri just made it through her first outage but is a great customer service representative and has proven to be a valuable part of our team

Amy has been here 8 years and continues to grow and accept more leadership responsibilities when given to her. I challenged Amy with different menu options & offerings and she accepted the challenge full force & kept right in step with our standards. Amy will be moving into the unit lead role which I’m sure that she excel at.

MIKE’S CHEF TABLE

“Practice What You Preach” was in full effect a few weeks ago when our Regional Vice President Mike Niersbach hosted a chef’s table at one of our units in the Chicago suburbs! He dusted off his chef’s coat, sharpened his knives, and quite literally rolled his sleeves up to serve our customers an outdoor grill-out menu. It was so wellreceived (and he had so much fun doing it), that he’ll be doing more over the next few months! Keep an eye out for marketing in your space to see if he’s coming to your account next!

INSPIRE THROUGH FOOD

OUR SPRING CATERING MENU IS HERE

Celebrate spring by catering your next event! Our spring menu offers a variety of delicious flavors using the finest seasonal ingredients. Enjoy our limited-time Spring Feature meal, featuring either chicken or black bean enchiladas with arroz rice, tortilla chips, salsa, and sweet cinnamon sugar churros with water all for just $14. For more information, reach out to your Catering Manager.

NEW CULINARY CONCEPTS

1) DHABA honors the diverse cultures and traditions of Indian cuisine. These five new menus will replace long-time favorite, Masala, to introduce a fresh take on traditional cooking techniques, spices, and sauces specific to the regions of North and South India

2) RHYTHM & ROUX is inspired by the vibrant history and culture of Louisiana. Our chefs traveled to the Pelican State to research traditional ingredients used for Cajun and Creole cuisine, bringing our guests two authentic menus.

3) FISH & CHIP SHOP is a celebration of coastal traditions. This menu uses sustainable seafood that offers signature favorites like beer-battered fish and crispy golden-fried shrimp paired with complementing sides and sauces

SOLUTIONS CREATE

SOLUTIONS THAT REDUCE FOOD WASTE AND PROTECT OUR PLANET

In honor of Earth Month, we're reinforcing our commitment to reduce food waste Did you know an estimated 40% of the nation’s food supply is wasted annually? Compass Group aligns with the U N Sustainable Development Goals, pledging a 50% reduction by 2030. Eurest is dedicated to reducing food waste, using our proprietary Waste Not 2.0 tracking system to measure our habits and impact.

READ MORE ABOUT WASTE NOT 2.0 AND EFFORTS TO COMBAT FOOD WASTE

INTRODUCING DIRECT COFFEE ROASTERS

Direct Coffee Roasters is Eurest’s proprietary drip coffee brand that uses better beans to create a better world. Offering 10 small batch roasted, ethically sourced and eco-friendly blends from beans roasted at the peak of freshness, Direct Coffee Roasters delivers an exceptional coffee experience. With every cup, we are investing in coffee growers and sustainable agricultural practices. Reach out to a Eurest leader to learn more.

LEARN MORE ABOUT DIRECT COFFEE ROASTERS

HOW COFFEE BARS FUEL SUCCESS

Coffee bars have grown to be an important destination in the workplace, providing an energy boost during the day and positioned as an attractive office amenity. Read through our Coffee Solutions Lookbook to learn more about how we can partner with you to take advantage of this hot commodity.

READ OUR COFFEE SOLUTIONS LOOKBOOK

LIVE OUR PROMISE

GOOD FOOD FOR GOOD MOOD

May is Mental Health Awareness Month. Our teams will be creating special guest experiences and offering tips to show how good food can lead to a good mood. Did you know that around 90% of serotonin, a mood-affecting chemical, is produced in the gut?

Listen to our experts to learn more.

PODCAST: FOOD AND MOOD CONNECTION

PRIORITIZING SAFETY IN THE WORKPLACE

The safety of our associates, guests, and clients comes first This June, we’re recognizing National Safety Month to support our managers in creating safe work environments every day.

DIVERSE SUPPLIER SPOTLIGHT: RIP VAN AND MMMLY COOKIES

Eurest is proud to partner with a growing list of diverse suppliers with unique products and inspiring stories. Get to know our featured suppliers for Asian Pacific American Heritage Month in May and Pride Month in June:

Get to know our featured suppliers for Asian American Pacific Islander Month in May and Pride Month in June:

Rip Van: A coffee bar and fan favorite This MBE-certified company has a variety of products that are vegan and keto-friendly Their focus is on providing snacks in a healthier way, with 80% less sugar than the leading brands.

Peanut Butter & Co.: Lee Zalben, a.k.a. “The Peanut Butter Guy,” is the founder and CEO of Peanut Butter & Co. In 1998 Lee opened the Peanut Butter & Co. sandwich shop in New York City and, in 2003, expanded into retail distribution.

Follow @eurestusa on Facebook, Instagram and LinkedIn to learn more.

A LOOK AHEAD

Pride Month, June

National Safety Month, June GULL Graduation, June

Traveling Smokehouse, all summer in the Midwest!