Defining Chef for Hire’s Core Principles: A Commitment to Public Health and Nutrition

Chef for Hire’s mission has evolved over the years, growing from a focus on childcare nutrition to addressing broader public health challenges. At its core, the company is dedicated to providing high-quality meals to at-risk communities while navigating the complexities of government programs. Their expertise in food regulations, compliance, and nutrition has not only led to corporate success but has also created a meaningful impact on public health in Indiana and Ohio. In this interview, Monty G. Degenhardt shares insight into Chef for Hire’s guiding principles and how their work continues to make a difference.

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The core purpose now is very public health oriented, evolving from childcare centers into various types of at-risk programs over the years and becoming expert in the rules and regulations behind these government programs.

That found, not just success, but very rewarding—corporately and personally—to be able to address public health and eating problems in Indiana.

That purpose has been significant. I think the demand for it largely goes unrecognized by a lot of companies, and we have just done a really terrific job of doing it.