Business Details
Your Trusted School Meal Catering Partner
Fairfax Food Service has been a family-owned and operated provider of nutritious meals to schools and daycares in the DMV area for over five decades. Our commitment to quality is reflected in our allergen-conscious approach, offering top 9 allergen-free, vegetarian, vegan, and gluten-free meal options that cater to diverse dietary needs. We prioritize child nutrition through programs like the Child and Adult Care Food Program approval and innovative menu design that increases vegetable consumption. Our kitchen maintains a nut-free facility while implementing strict protocols to minimize cross-contamination risks. With recognition through the Golden Carrot Award, we combine decades of experience with continuous improvement in school and daycare meal services.Our team develops balanced menus using whole grains, fresh produce, and homemade components like our signature ranch dressing. We provide comprehensive catering solutions including bulk ordering options for daycare centers and educational institutions. Through rigorous quality control measures, we ensure meals meet both regulatory standards and parental expectations. Our service extends to both private and public educational facilities across Northern Virginia. By maintaining transparency about our food sourcing and preparation processes, we build trust with parents and institutional partners alike.
Services
School Meal Catering
Daycare Nutrition Programs
Allergen-Free Catering
Bulk Meal Ordering
Custom Menu Design
Gluten-Free Lunches
Vegetarian Meal Options
Toddler-Safe Substitutions
Holiday Catering
Nut-Free Meal Preparation
Highlights and features
- Family-operated for 50+ years with USDA program approval
- Nut-free facility with strict cross-contamination prevention protocols
- Top 9 allergen-free, vegetarian, vegan, and gluten-free options
- Award-winning nutrition-focused menu development expertise
- Customized meal solutions for daycare and school environments
Associations and certifications
- Child and Adult Care Food Program
Services
School Meal Catering
We provide comprehensive meal solutions for public and private schools, featuring balanced nutrition that meets USDA guidelines. Our menus incorporate whole grains, fresh produce, and protein-rich ingredients while accommodating various dietary restrictions. With decades of experience serving educational institutions, we ensure meals meet both regulatory requirements and student preferences through our customizable menu options.
Allergen-Free Catering
Our allergen-conscious catering includes top 9 allergen-free, gluten-free, vegetarian, and vegan options prepared in a dedicated nut-free facility. We implement strict protocols to minimize cross-contamination risks while maintaining meal variety and nutritional value. This service addresses common food sensitivities through carefully curated ingredient selection and separate preparation areas for special dietary requirements.
Daycare Nutrition Programs
We develop age-appropriate meal plans specifically designed for childcare centers, including toddler-safe substitutions and developmentally suitable portion sizes. Our programs emphasize nutritional balance while meeting regulatory requirements for early childhood education settings. The menus feature kid-friendly options that encourage healthy eating habits and include documentation for meal reimbursement programs.
Bulk Meal Ordering
This service provides efficient meal procurement solutions for daycare centers and large educational facilities through streamlined ordering processes. We accommodate high-volume requirements while maintaining consistent quality across all meal components. Our bulk ordering system supports multiple classroom needs with coordinated delivery schedules and portion-controlled packaging for childcare providers managing multiple groups.
Custom Menu Design
We create tailored meal plans using high-quality ingredients while ensuring compliance with nutritional standards and dietary regulations. Our approach combines culinary expertise with child nutrition science to develop appealing menus that increase vegetable consumption. The service includes seasonal variations and recipe innovation to maintain menu freshness while meeting specific institutional requirements for meal reimbursement programs.
People
Brandon Draughon
Chief Financial Officer
With extensive experience in food service operations, Brandon oversees financial strategy and quality control at Fairfax Food Service. He ensures fiscal responsibility while maintaining nutritional standards across all meal programs.
Katie Steverson
Chief Executive Officer
As CEO, Katie leads strategic direction and menu innovation at Fairfax Food Service. Her leadership focuses on advancing child nutrition programs while maintaining the company's family-owned commitment to quality meal solutions.
Questions
Do you offer allergen-free meal options?
We provide top 9 allergen-free, gluten-free, vegetarian, and vegan meals with strict nut-free facility protocols to accommodate various dietary needs.
What areas do you serve?
We deliver to schools and daycares throughout the DMV area, including Washington DC, Northern Virginia, and Maryland suburbs.
How do daycare centers place bulk orders?
Daycare providers can use our streamlined bulk ordering system to efficiently manage meal procurement for multiple classrooms and age groups.
Are your meals USDA approved?
We participate in the Child and Adult Care Food Program, ensuring our meals meet USDA nutritional standards for childcare settings.
How do you handle severe nut allergies?
While we maintain a nut-free facility, we recommend packing lunches for children with severe allergies due to potential manufacturing cross-contamination risks.
Can schools customize their menus?
We offer customizable menu options through our Nutrislice platform, allowing schools to select balanced meals that meet specific nutritional requirements.
