Elevating Hospitality Excellence in Every Bite
Our story is one of growth, community, and an unwavering belief that a thriving community is built on a foundation of well-being. What began in 2008 as Culinary Partners , a training division, has blossomed into a mission-driven enterprise. In 2018, we proudly became Nourish Food Service LLC—an independent, minority-owned, women-led company with our heart and headquarters in Atlanta, Georgia.
Our mission is clear and purposeful: We empower communities to thrive by providing comprehensive operational excellence. Our holistic approach—encompassing nutrition, environmental services, and consulting—creates safe, nourishing, and efficient environments that elevate the human experience.
This mission comes to life in the services we proudly deliver. We are honored to be a recognized leader across Georgia, managing onsite food service operations, providing exquisite full-service catering, and delivering vital nutrition through programs like Meals on Wheels for seniors and daily meals for childcare facilities and private schools. Our expertise is built on delivering holistic operational support that fosters growth and health in every community we serve.
We proudly deliver this comprehensive support across four key sectors: Business & Industry, Healthcare & Senior Living, Education, and Specialty Catering.
At our core, our business is a commitment to our community. Our philosophy is rooted in a profound sense of responsibility—to our neighbors, our local economy, and our environment. We are passionately local, guided by the principle to “buy local” and build connections that strengthen the very fabric of our region. This is more than a policy; it’s our promise, demonstrated through our dedicated sourcing of sustainable proteins, Fairtrade products, and our commitment to sourcing 80% of our products locally. As proud members of the Georgia Grown program, we don’t just participate—we actively cultivate partnerships, connecting Georgia businesses with Georgia farmers to ensure a vibrant, sustainable, and resilient local supply chain for generations to come.
Our Leadership Team
GLORIA JOHNSON
President
With over two decades of food service leadership, Gloria embodies operational excellence. She began her career in 1971 and was instrumental in forming Nourish Food Service through a 2018 partnership. Her primary focus has been building Nourish into a community-driven company dedicated to serving its local communities.
AMANDA SERRINO
Controller
Amanda Serrino, CPA, CPCU, joined NFS in November 2018. In January 2020, Aaron was promoted to Chief Financial Officer. Prior to joining Nourish, he was a Partner with Brown Smith Cline, LLP in St. Louis, Missouri. .
GERALD BENNETT
EVP - Director of Operations
Gerald, an accomplished chef and businessman with over 22 years in hospitality, joined Nourish in 2024 as Managing Partner of the Southeast Group. Gerald vast background includes roles as Corporate Chef, VP of Business Development, and President of Operations for top food service management companies.
CLARENCE COOPER
VP of Education
For thirteen years and currently serves as executive vice president of the healthcare division. During his time with Nourish, he received the Nourish Team of the Year award and Servant Leadership award, demonstrating his commitment to team member development and implementing Nourish initiatives within the workforce. In his current role, he is responsible for overseeing the day-to-day operations of Education accounts across the west coast and Minnesota markets. He earned a Bachelor of Arts in Sociology from Tougaloo College, Jackson, MS.
JAMES MOORE
VP of Healthcare
He oversees healthcare responsible for operational success, innovation, and supply chain management. James carries over 20 years of industry experience, beginning as a director of foodservice and executive chef in 1998. Prior to Nourish, he served as a district manager of senior living, where he managed programs for a variety of continuing care retirement communities, created customized dining experiences, and supervised a team of 100+ general managers and directors.
JOANNA DOUGLAS
President - EVS Services
Joanna serves as the Executive Vice President of EVS for Nourish. She is dedicated to ensuring excellence in service delivery, operational efficiency, and partner satisfaction. With a strong background in healthcare support services,
