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and the Evans operation continued to
run its commissary to provide quality
foods for vending machines. The
Evans also operated several cafeterias
and won the coveted business to provide
meals to Amtrak.
But over time, with increased
competition from fast food, just as
happened with mobile catering, the
foodservice segment became stagnant
while the coffee business boomed.
So, Evans closed its commissary and
outsourced its fresh food to make way
for more warehousing for its OCS and
vending business.
Jim joined the family business at
23 years old straight out of college. He
took the reins in 2011 and continues
his parents' customer-centric legacy.
" We are the refreshment professionals,
offering white-glove service, "
Jim underscored. " We've been
refreshing businesses since 1960,
always bringing in what is new while
maintaining the old-fashioned quality
and service they deserve. "
The Evans family's vision is shared
by a staff of 30, who the second-generation
operator credited for constantly
thinking up new and exciting ways to
keep its customers happy. The company
was forced to reduce its staff as
a result of the pandemic but has been
rehiring as it rebounds.
" Our friendly and knowledgeable
team is committed to serving
with skill and problem-solving
tenacity, we cherish this spirit, as
it constantly drives us to improve, "
Evans commented. " Some of our
best ideas come from our team in
the field, solving problems they are
up against every day. and these ideas
transform not just our own company,
but the entire industry. We are a
better company today because of the
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Table of Contents for the Digital Edition of August2021

Editor's Note
Industry News
The RX for success
Stepping Up Security
Emerging or Rooted
A Comeback as They Come Back
St. Louis Operation uses new dining platform technology to compete
Classifieds
Social Hubs
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August2021 - Industry News
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