Catering Reviews

“I was impressed with the quick response and professionalism when working with Ron and Genuine Foods. He listened to what I was looking for and the budget I had to work with and came up with a great menu for my event. Suggestions were taken seriously and the day of the event was great!”

- Lindsay Rynearson, Grande Ronde Hospital

“I had a lovely dinner with our students last night. I wanted to share with you that our returning students were really excited about the changes you're making and for providing them with culturally responsive foods, like rice and musubi. The new students were also very pleased. And of course, I was delighted by my meal as well!”

- President Ryan, EOU

“Thank you so much, and thank you so much to the whole crew over there. We absolutely loved it!”

- Center of Human Development

“Early this year I met with Ron to discuss the transition from Sodexo and the catering options. He was incredibly attentive and provided a lot of great information. While some of the catering items are a significant price increase, he was able to work with me on the menu to meet the various budgetary constraints. Additionally, for each and every event, placing the order and following up was essentially seamless. Ron was very attentive to detail and meeting our needs, and paired with Chef Aaron, you have a dynamite team. Both were very attentive at each event, checking in to be sure everything met our needs. Also, and probably most importantly, the food was fresh and delicious!”

- Tawnya Lubes, Professor, EOU

“As someone who has worked at EOU for 16 years and worked with various food vendors and staff, I have to commend Genuine on this knock-out team. The leadership and care truly show.”

- Professor, EOU

“Working with Genuine Foods has been an absolute pleasure! Their team, led by Ron Wheeler, is not only hardworking and friendly but also incredibly flexible and attentive to every detail. They go above and beyond to ensure that the vision for each event is executed flawlessly, incorporating feedback seamlessly to create a truly customized experience.

One of the most refreshing aspects of working with Genuine Foods is their creativity in menu planning. Each event or meeting is met with tailored options that are both innovative and delicious, making every occasion feel unique and special. Their commitment to timeliness and clear communication instills confidence throughout the planning process, ensuring everything runs smoothly from start to finish.

If you're looking for a catering partner that prioritizes quality, creativity, and exceptional service, Genuine Foods is the perfect choice!”

- Suzannah Moore, EOU

“Genuine Foods catered our 2025 RMEF Big Game Banquet, and their service exceeded expectations in every way. From the beginning, Food Service Director Ron Wheeler and Chef Aaron were exceptional to work with—professional, accommodating, and highly responsive to our needs. The entire team demonstrated great flexibility and ensured that everything ran smoothly throughout the event. The food was delicious, well-prepared, and offered at a fair price. Genuine Foods played a key role in making our banquet a tremendous success. We truly appreciate their partnership and look forward to working with them again in the future.”

Jim Hoffman, Union County Chapter Chairman, RMEF

“Genuine Foods did the catering for our fundraising gala in April 2025. The whole process of working with Ron and the staff was excellent. Ron was responsive and expedient in getting back to our communications and requests, and was able to make accommodations for our requests in a very satisfactory way. The staff had the event all prepped, and made decorating easy for us. On event day, the staff came prepared and dressed for our event, which we appreciate, their services was excellent, and the food was excellent as well. Our guests gave high praise to the food and service. I would highly recommend Genuine Foods for your catering and event needs on the EOU campus, and wherever they serve in Union County.”

Patrick Flynn, Grande Ronde Hospital Foundation Manager