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30th Annual Food Show
Tuesday May 15, 2018
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Foodservice Distribution in Action
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29th Annual Food Show
Tuesday May 16, 2017
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Overtime eligibility increase to have big impact on restaurants
New federal overtime rules will be effective Dec. 1
"salary threshold for employees to be considered exempt, from $23,360 to $47,476"
28th Annual Food Show
Tuesday May 17, 2016
(slide show begins with pictures from FIRST Food Show)
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27th Annual Food Show
Tuesday May 12, 2015
Tuesday May 12, 2015
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O'Steen's: a Local Landmark Restaurant
Congratulations to Lonnie Pomar, owner, and the staff of O'Steens restaurant for being featured in a film produced by Southern Foodways Alliance, based at the University of Mississippi's Center for the Study of Southern Culture (click on image to the left to visit their web site).
Check your pulse if you do not crave fried shrimp after viewing this film. |
Lonnie Pomar, Chief Cook and Bottle Washer
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SOLDIERS, AMERICAN FLAG, AND SPECIALTY HOT SAUCES
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Local St Augustine custom sauce bottling company's products are shown in the picture to the left taken on a US Air Force base in a deployed location. They are being enjoyed by the troops as a small reminder of "back home" flavor. The soldiers, including the owner's son Chris Martin (far right), sent this picture of patriotism and sauces in appreciation!
Thank you Endorphin Farms for your support of our men in uniform. We pray for all of them and their safe return soon. Endorphin Farms is a locally owned and operated manufacturer of specialty sauces. To learn more about the company click the images shown below the picture. GOD BLESS OUR TROOPS! |
St Johns Food Service, Inc was featured on the front page of the Business Section of the St Augustine Record newspaper Friday August 8, 2014. The company, along with other local businesses, is being recognized for being local for over 50 years (St Augustine will celebrate 450 years since its founding in September 2015). St Johns Food Service celebrated 65 years in business in March 2014.
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Are your Prices too Low?I was waiting in line at a restaurant somewhere between New
York and Boston and the couple before us asked to see a menu. They gave the menu back and started to leave when the manager asked why they didn’t want to stay. Here’s what they said: "Your prices are too low, your food probably isn’t any good." Click the image to the left to read an Expert's article on menu pricing and promotions |
26th Annual Food Show | Tuesday, May 13, 2104
Over 100 Independent foodservice operators attended St Johns Food Service, Inc.'s annual table-top food show. All experiencing the latest in food innovations along with proven foods that continue to exceed consumer demands, while returning profits to operators. Thank you to the operators who took time from their busy day to attend. It is our sincere hope that at least one profitable idea or product was taken away from the show. Also, a big thank you to the suppliers who brought samples, recipes, ideas, and most importantly their knowledge of the products shown and a willingness to share with operators. We will be busy over the coming weeks with follow up on items, samples, recipes, and all of the other activities from the show floor. It will be some work, but that is "what we do" and what our suppliers do. Quick responses, follow through, and flexibility are what make us, and YOU, successful. Collectively, "We Are St Augustine". |
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Thursday, May 8, 2014
Ameris Bank and St Johns Food Service, Inc. once again co-sponsored the COA Centenarian Luncheon at River House. Over 200 were in attendance to honor 89 local Senior Citizens who have reached the age of 90, and a special tribute to 12 Senior Citizens who have passed the age of 100, the eldest at 104.
Both companies are proud and honored to "give back" to the local community by sponsoring this important event for the distinguished Senior Citizens of St Johns County.
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Ameris Bank and St Johns Food Service, Inc. once again co-sponsored the COA Centenarian Luncheon at River House. Over 200 were in attendance to honor 89 local Senior Citizens who have reached the age of 90, and a special tribute to 12 Senior Citizens who have passed the age of 100, the eldest at 104.
Both companies are proud and honored to "give back" to the local community by sponsoring this important event for the distinguished Senior Citizens of St Johns County.
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25th Anniversary Food Show
Held Tuesday May 21, 2013 
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MAY 10 - 19, 2013
PROUDLY SUPPORTING THE 2013 ROMANZA FESTIVALE (SEE AD ON PAGE 16 OF THE PROGRAM)
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FOOD SHOW 2012The St Johns Food Service, Inc. annual table top food show was held May 15, 2012 in St Augustine.
Many thanks to the customers who took time from their busy schedules to stop by and visit the information tables, learning about new products, new uses for old products, and to talk directly with manufacturers or their representatives. Congratulations to the door prize winners! Thanks also goes out to the suppliers who did a great job displaying products and answering customers' questions. Click PLAY> on photo to the left to view a slideshow of the event. |
FOOD SHOW 2011May 17, 2011 marked yet another successful table top food show for St Johns Food Service, Inc., its valued suppliers and customers.
Many thanks go to the food suppliers who came eager to discuss products, ideas, and efficient operational methods with those in attendance. We always appreciate the customers who take time from running their business, an ever increasingly demanding job, to stop by and spend time with the brokers, manufacturer representatives, and their St Johns Food Service sales person. This year is shaping up to be a continuation of the last two with erratic sales, high prices for food, labor, and overhead. It was our goal to offer the open dialogue with experts on their products to help operators with ideas to cope in this challenging economic climate. Click the pictures to the right to view a slideshow. |
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FOOD SHOW 2010St Johns Food Service, Inc.'s 2010 table top food show was held May 18th in St Augustine, Florida.
Thank you to the customers who took time from their busy schedules to stop by and visit our suppliers' tables to discuss new items, menu ideas, and product trends. Thanks also goes out to our supplier partners who participated in this year's event. Shown to the left are photos from the show floor taken during the event. Move your mouse over the top to pause or change speed, and over the bottom to jump to a picture.  Click Logo for More Pictures of Show |
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Mary Lou Taylor Retires after 25 Years of ServiceIn February 2010, Mary Lou Taylor reached the milestone of 25 years of service with St Johns Food Service, Inc. In April she retired from her position in Inside Sales Customer Service. The company was much smaller when Mary Lou began helping customers many years ago. Mary Lou (some affectionately knew her as Lu Lu) was always eager to answer the phone, take customer orders, answer questions about products and services, and offer suggestions for menu and event planning.
Many of us will miss Mary Lou. Please join in wishing her a happy, healthy, and prosperous retirement. |
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Dr Ronald F Jackson, DVM: 1918 - 2010
Dr. Ronald F Jackson, DVM, the original founder of St Johns Food Service, Inc. in 1949. Click the links below to view his obituary:
http://legacy.com/StAugustine/Obituaries.asp?Page=LifeStory&PersonID=138712705 http://staugustine.com/news/local-news/2010-01-19/st-augustine-veterinarian-known-worldwide-dies-91 |
B J Romaine: 1952 - 2008
B. J. Romaine, 28 year employee of the company - most of the time as a sales representative loved and respected by his customers. Click the link below to view his obituary: http://staugustine.com/stories/031008/obits_031008026.shtml
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