We are loving our newly remodeled main entrance at Request Foods John F Donnelly Plant!
Request Foods
Food Production
Holland, Michigan 3,292 followers
One of the largest, family-owned and operated, co-manufacturing food companies in the nation.
About us
With several hundred million dollars in annual sales and more than 900 employees, Request Foods is one of the largest, family-owned and operated, co-manufacturing food companies in the nation. We make food products for retail, club store, and foodservice customers under their national brands and private labels. Request Foods was started in 1990 by Jack De Witt. Prior to starting Request Foods, Jack was instrumental in the success of Bil Mar Foods, which grew from a flock of turkeys in 1938 to become a major turkey processor in the United States by 1985. Jack’s father and uncle co-founded Bil Mar, and Jack worked there for over 30 years eventually becoming their Executive Vice President. Bil Mar’s successful retail brand, Mr. Turkey, attracted the Sara Lee Corporation, which acquired Bil Mar in 1987. Jack De Witt had a passion for the food business and approached Sara Lee with the idea of purchasing the frozen food business that Bil Mar had started in 1970. Given that Sara Lee was most interested in Bil Mar’s turkey processing operation, in 1990 they agreed to sell Jack the frozen food division of Bil Mar’s business. Early on, Jack developed Request Foods’ mission statement naming it “Our Quest”. The statement reads -- “To honor God in all we do, to help people develop, to pursue excellence, and to grow profitably.” Jack was very open about his Christian faith and worked hard to live this out in his daily life at Request Foods. In 1996, Jack’s son, Steve De Witt, joined Request Foods. After many years of experience with the company, Steve was appointed President of Request Foods in 2017. Request Foods has been blessed with strong growth and financial success over the years. Jack believed it was important to be ready when good opportunities came along. With that philosophy in mind, Request Foods proactively expanded its manufacturing facilities multiple times and offers over 600,000 sq ft of manufacturing capabilities.
- Website
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http://www.requestfoods.com
External link for Request Foods
- Industry
- Food Production
- Company size
- 501-1,000 employees
- Headquarters
- Holland, Michigan
- Type
- Privately Held
- Founded
- 1990
Locations
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Primary
3460 John F. Donnelly Drive
Holland, Michigan 49424, US
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12875 Greenly St
Holland, Michigan 49424, US
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13044 Quincy St
Holland, Michigan 49424, US
Employees at Request Foods
Updates
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Request Foods reposted this
A few months ago, our longtime partners at Request Foods approached us with an idea. During times that their manufacturing lines are slower, they wanted to find a way to avoid reducing employee hours. Their team came up with a creative solution that supports both their staff and our community: when they find themselves with time to spare, they offer their team the opportunity to volunteer at Food Club, while still receiving full pay! We’re so grateful for their generous, creative collaboration! Their innovation and compassion for our community is a great example of the impact businesses can make for our neighbors. If you’re part of a local business that’s looking for new ways to engage, contact our team at hello@communityactionhouse.org! We love exploring new opportunities together.
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Request Foods reposted this
LAUP is committed to empowering Latinos to participate in creating a better community for all through advocacy, celebration & education.
Grateful for the unwavering support of Request Foods! As our annual partner, your generosity helps us uphold our commitment to serving the community at the highest level. Thank you for being a vital part of our mission to make a difference! 🌟 #CommunitySupport ¡Agradecidos por el apoyo inquebrantable de Request Foods! Como nuestro socio anual, su generosidad nos ayuda a mantener nuestro compromiso de servir a la comunidad al más alto nivel. ¡Gracias por ser una parte vital de nuestra misión de marcar la diferencia! 🌟 #ApoyoComunitario
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Our Finance and Digital Transformation teams volunteered yesterday at City on a Hill Zeeland for Michigan West Coast Chamber of Commerce Community Impact Day!
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Some of our People Services team volunteered yesterday at GENEVA CAMP & RETREAT CENTER for Michigan West Coast Chamber of Commerce Community Impact Day!
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We got to be apart of the kick-off event for the 95th Annual Tulip Time Festival! Check out https://lnkd.in/gwQTzdvD to see the whole line-up of events and activities going on in Holland, MI this week!
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We hope to see you at the 95th annual Tulip Time Festival in Holland, MI! May 4 - 12, 2024. Mark, Kyle, and Chris will be at the Request Foods booth today at the Tulip Time 5k/10k Run packet pickup expo.