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Quest Food Management Services

At Quest Food Management Services, we have been providing fresh, high-quality food and intensely personal service for over 35 years. Our Food Philosophy guides our approach to wholesome, scratch-made food, and our culinary leaders deliver tailored dining experiences to the unique needs of each community we serve. Driven by our unparalleled responsiveness to feedback, we crave being challenged to think outside of the box.

We are passionate about food and we believe in wholesome, nutritious ingredients. That is why we are committed to using items healthier for our bodies and the planet. By purchasing with the following standards in mind, and preparing items so that they are as fresh as possible when served, we support local agriculture, increase nutrition, and intensify flavor.

  • Never using artificial trans-fats for any items prepared in house.
  • Never using MSG.
  • Serving produce that is fresh, fresh frozen or packed in 100% juice or water.
  • Sourcing milk that is local and free of added growth hormones.
  • Serving 100% cage-free eggs.
  • Offering 100% produced at origin, hand harvested, mountain grown, custom-blended coffees. Supporting partnerships with the Colombia Coffee Growers Association, Rainforest Trust, and numerous charities through Fundraising 365.
  • Serving proteins that are USDA certified.
  • Purchasing sustainable seafood that follows the Marine Stewardship Council’s guidelines and recommendations.
  • Writing menus that feature seasonal and regional products we source from local farmers and small producers.
  • Accommodating nutritional and dietary requests.
  • Offering a wide variety of vegetarian, vegan and gluten-free options.
  • Serving an array of whole grain breads, pastas and cereals.

Our Food Concept Stations:

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  • Grill:

    Burgers, chicken sandwiches, and sliders are all favorites off of the grill. We offer those as well as enhanced versions of traditional favorites. Because a cheeseburger is great, but a jalapeno bacon cheeseburger is amazing. Featuring lean 100% beef, turkey, and vegetarian options, the Grill offers something for everyone.
     
  • Homegrown:

    Featuring the unique flavors, ingredients, and traditions found in regional, American cuisine. Our Homegrown concept features a rotating menu of Chicago staples; Kansas City, Memphis, and Texas BBQ; New England seafood classics; Carolina low-country fare; and the fresh, produce-centered favorites from Southern California.
  • Bread & Bowl:

    Bread & Bowl features Made-to-order deli sandwiches, paninis, and homemade soups and breads. All of our sandwiches and wraps include options for students that are gluten-free. We top these options with high-quality meats and cheeses, fresh produce, and garnish with traditional and gourmet condiments. 
  • Good Greens:

    Good Greens features fresh leafy greens with a variety of colorful fruit and vegetable toppings. In addition, students can find a variety of composed salads with animal and plant based proteins with a variety of dressings. Our in-season and locally-sourced options make for a great foundation of our salad bar and fresh produce concept.
  • Dash:

    We understand that classes, work, and athletics can make a student’s already busy schedule even busier. Students can select a variety of hot and cold grab & go items, such as yogurt parfaits, protein boxes, sandwiches and wraps, and much more.
Our Food Allergy Disclaimer
Due to the handcrafted nature of our menu items, our kitchens which share cooking and preparation areas, and our reliance on suppliers for accurate information, we cannot eliminate the risk of cross-contact or guarantee that any item is free of any allergen. There is a possibility that suppliers of the commercial foods we use can change the formulation or substitute ingredients at any time, without notice. To that end, we make every attempt to identify ingredients and menu items that contain the 8 major allergens (milk, eggs, soybeans, fish, crustacean shellfish, wheat, peanuts, tree nuts). The allergen information provided is up-to-date to the best of our knowledge and is based entirely on the information provided by our suppliers. We also make every effort to instruct our food production staff on the severity of food allergies.

Benet Academy consults individually with students who have food allergies to minimize allergic reactions. Please be advised that our menu items may contain allergens, may have come in contact with items containing allergens, and there is always a risk of contamination or cross-contamination. There is also a possibility that manufacturers of the commercial foods we use could change the formulation or substitute at any time, without notice.

Customers concerned with food allergies need to be aware of this risk. Benet Academy and Quest Food Management Services, Inc. will not assume any liability for adverse reactions to food consumed, or items one may come in contact with while eating at Benet Academy. 
 
Students with food allergies are encouraged to contact Food Service Director, Phyllis Bell at Quest@Benet.org or call the office at (630) 719-2830
Our Food Philosophy