Lexington Independents

Happy Thanksgiving from Parklane Academy in MS, where students are grateful for this delicious meal...and we are thankful to the dining team who prepared this holiday meal with care. #independentschools #foodexperiences #happythanksgiving #teamwork #studentexperiences

Students from many Lexington-managed schools including Kennedy Catholic High School in Burien, WA, are being treated this week to their Thanksgiving feasts.?From fresh turkey, traditional sides to these adorable homemade mini pies, who can resist the delicious meals Food Service Director Jodie Walker and her team prepare for students with “care” during this time to be thankful!? Thank you team!?Look for more Thanksgiving events from our schools tomorrow and next week! #thanksgiving #thankful #privateschools #studentexperiences #traditionalfoods #homemadepies

We are proud to announce Lexington's Chef of the Year Joel Shapiro of the Collegiate School! Chefs are selected based on leadership, culinary expertise, passion for food and most importantly, exceeding the dining experience expectations for clients and independent school students! Congratulations, Joel, on your well-deserved honor! #chefofyear #executivechef #culinaryexperiences #independentschools #leadership #passionforfood

In the spirit of the season...Under the culinary direction of Chef Rhodine Davis, the Lexington Dining Team at UMS-Wright Preparatory School created this spectacular luncheon for the annual UMS-Wright Golf Outing, benefiting scholarship funds for the school.? Incredible talents - the menu featured Herb Roasted Grouper, Pork Belly, Smoked Chicken, Shrimp Skewers, Roasted Vegetables, Truffle Mac & Cheese, Poke Bowl, Strawberry Fields Salad, Fall Salad, and assorted desserts.?Baker Rebecca Cumbaa made the beautiful bulldog cake! #culinary #catering #foodexperience #diningservices #indepedentschools #executivechef #pastrychef #baker #teamwork #diningspecialists

CHEF SPOTLIGHT...Meet Executive Chef RYAN SILER who provides his culinary expertise as the food service director at Parklane Academy, a member of the Mississippi Association of Independent Schools. Chef is pictured here with his new foods tasting for the administration and school board directors. Chef Ryan received many culinary awards from a best entrée in the Mississippi Wine and Fork to the 2016 Signature Chefs Auction for the March of Dimes!?Chef received his culinary degree through Community Engagement Center courses at the The University of New Mexico. Some of his innovative culinary specialties include street tacos offered on the global fair station to braised chicken thighs with New Mexico hatch chilies, topped with cilantro Spanish onions jalapenos and queso fresca served with limes. “This is a hectic profession when you can keep your head and thought processes solid in chaos -- that’s when you can become a true leader. Respect is earned and is not easily given. Support your people and you’ll find you can always count on them." ?We are grateful for Chef’s culinary leadership and dedication to the students, faculty and to the many guests who enjoy his fabulous culinary creations! #culinary #chef #independentschools #studentexperiences #foodexperiences

A Pirates of the Caribbean Beach Bash Celebration at the Collegiate School where more than 1,000 5th-12th grade students enjoyed a Caribbean-style feast featuring Caribbean jerk chicken wings, pizza and a traditional Hummingbird cake freshly baked onsite (a banana-pineapple spice cake originating in Jamaica) Treasure chest packages were filled with toys, stickers and other garb to dress like a pirate!? A shout out to Executive Chef Joel Shapiro, Food Service Director Myra Edwards, Distrtict Manager Kristina Coble, along with marketing support from Regional Marketing Manager Lori Workmaster and District Marketing Manager Sydney Pargeon. #caribbean #beachbash #independentschools #studentexperience #diningexperience #specialevents #executivechef #backtoschool

It’s National Food Service Workers Day!?Thank you to our team members who always serve our students with a “smile."??Miss Barbara, Miss Ivey and Jerome of Ums-Wright Preparatory School are "awesome" - pictured here for preparing and serving 80 bacon cheeseburgers and 10 cheeseburger pizzas to celebrate National Cheeseburger Day…the promotion significantly increased burger sales for one of the most beloved comfort foods! #Nationalfoodserviceworkersday #independentschools #cheeseburgers #foodpromotions #studentexperiences #foodexperiences

Exceeding our client’s expectations!?Congratulations to our culinary team at Abington Friends School…as their new dining partner, we catered the back-to-school picnic…with ease! In fact, the original count from 1,200 increased to 1,300 the day before the event!??Our team did not flinch! Vice President of Operations Todd Hickman was so proud to state the following: "District Manager Kristina Coble and Hannah Myers, operations support manager, worked for weeks to plan and organize this event down to the smallest detail. Every time I raised a question about a specific concern, it had already been addressed.?I am so proud of their dedication and hard work.?The culinary team was absolutely amazing! When Chef John was made aware of this event and the gravity of the event, he immediately adjusted his team’s schedule to make them available. We want to personally thank Chef John Rifkin, director of culinary; Chef Eric Pearce, corporate chef; Chris Caracciolo, corporate chef; Chef Sandra Ecahvez, district chef for The City University of New York; and Chef Cory Sanville, corporate chef, for their tireless efforts to make this a successful dining experience! A shout out to Lori Workmaster, regional marketing manager and Nicole Short, regional dietitian, for their support. They were a huge asset to our success opening week. Thank you to all! #cateringexpertise #teamwork #diningexperience #executivechef #culinary #independentschools #picnic #largescalecatering

Welcome back to school with our first culinary partnership in suburban Philadelphia…! Lexington Independents is proud to welcome students back to class at Abington Friends School, a Quaker Pre-K through 12th?grade independent school in Jenkintown, PA. Lexington rebranded the dining hall. seen here, focused completely on the student and food experience for breakfast, lunch and morning and afternoon snacks. "Lexington understands?our community, and designed a food service program that complements our holistic approach to the development of our students, nurturing?their?intellect, physical and emotional wellbeing—while also making food fun!" says Martha Scache, Abington Friends School Director of Business and Operations. “We look forward to enhancing the amazing reputation Abington Friends School provides to the greater Philadelphia area,” says?Candace Hogan, Managing Director of Growth for Lexington Independents.?Thank you, team, for creating a fun-filled day with delicious food! Read more here: https://lnkd.in/ed-8wHJ6 #backtoschool #excitingpartnerships #culinary #privateschools #independentschools #funwithfood #celebrations

Congratulations to?Todd Hickman?who was recently promoted to Regional Vice President of Operations for Lexington Independents!?Todd brings over?31 years of experience in the food service industry and most recently served as a Senior District Manager for sister brand Aladdin Campus Dining.?Todd has a passion for developing people and creating lasting partnerships with our clients through transparent communication and delivering on promises. “I want to look our clients in the eye and know that what I say means something. We will earn their loyalty through consistency and honesty,” shared Todd who is pictured here with our incredible catering team during the Midsouth Association of Independent Schools held earlier this summer!?From left to right are Chef John Hale, Hinds Community College; Todd Hickman; Chef Rhodine Davis, UMS-Wright Prep School; Chef Catherine Stewart; Jackson Academy; District Manager Michael Miller; Nicole Mannan, Mississippi Gulf Coast Community College; Regional Executive Chef Chris Caracciolo; Regional Operations Manager Edmond LeDoux; Chef Byron Martin, Jackson Preparatory School and Chef Ryan Siler, Parklane Academy.? #independentschools #culinary #executivechefs #teamwork #lastingpartnerships #deliveringonpromises #backtoschool