Upper Crust Food Service Announces Acquisition of College Fresh

College Fresh acquisition bolsters the leading provider of contract food service management services to fraternity houses, sorority houses, and camps across the country

COLUMBIA, Mo.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Upper Crust Food Service, LLC (“Upper Crust”) and College Fresh, Inc (“College Fresh”), two of the largest contract food service management companies serving Fraternity and Sorority houses, announced today that they are combining operations via Upper Crust’s acquisition of College Fresh. Financial terms were not disclosed. Adam Guy, CEO of Upper Crust, will oversee operations for the combined business moving forward. Jack Dawson, College Fresh President and founder, has joined Upper Crust as the President and shareholder of the combined company.

Upper Crust acquiring College Fresh bolsters the leading provider of food service to fraternity houses, sorority houses, and camps across the country. The combined company will service partners in 45 states and across more than 100 college campuses. The company will leverage its 2,000+ food service professionals to best serve its customers across the country.

Adam Guy, CEO of the combined company, said, “We are excited about the opportunity to add the College Fresh team to the Upper Crust Food Service family. I am especially thrilled that Jack Dawson will join us as President of the company providing great industry experience and leadership to our team. This transaction is a great opportunity for our growing number of employees, and will provide countless benefits to the clients that we serve.”

Jack Dawson, former President of College Fresh and current President of Upper Crust, said, “This transaction marks an incredible opportunity for our industry and partners. I am excited to join the Upper Crust team in a leadership role and look forward to making an impact on behalf of our employees, vendors, and the amazing partners we serve.”

This transaction marks the third acquisition for Upper Crust in as many years following the acquisition of College Chefs in January of 2023 and Campus Cooks in January 2024.

About Upper Crust Food Service:

Established in Columbia, MO in 2010, Upper Crust Food Service serves fraternity houses, sorority houses, and camps. With a focus on great food and personal service, the company now feeds tens of thousands of meals weekly to students and campers across the country. www.UpperCrustFoodService.com

About College Fresh:

Founded in 2010 by John Dawson, Sue Dawson, and Russ Proch, and now owned by siblings Jack Dawson, Annie Dawson, and Tom Dawson, College Fresh operates in Greek houses, summer camps and residence halls across the country. By staying true to their principles of quality food and the best possible customer service, College Fresh has been able to form relationships and partnerships that have fostered growth along the way. www.CollegeFresh.net