
“I’ve always said great partners are the key to success. We certainly have that in Pomptonian.”
James Canellas, CPA, Assistant Business Administrator
Scotch Plains-Fanwood School District, Scotch Plains
“To have a successful food service all areas have to work, from the kitchen and servers, to the checkout lines they all function extremely well. The food is hot, delicious and there is an excellent variety. Gail and her staff are exceptional!”
Robert A. Williams, Principal
Manalapan-Englishtown Middle School, Englishtown
“All areas are handled well and in an excellent manner. From food to personnel, I could not be happier.”
Patricia Gois, Principal
Roselle Park Middle School, Roselle Park
“The staff is ALWAYS friendly and professional.”
Bruce Peragallo, Principal
Metuchen High School, Metuchen
“The people employed by you and who work at Highlands are truly a team. Dave does an outstanding job managing this group. Food preparation is outstanding. Moreover, Dave is always willing to try new things to enhance our cafeteria service.”
Joe Occhino, Principal
Northern Highlands Regional High School, Allendale
“Our cafeteria team works very hard to provide quality service to all of our students and staff members. Kathy (Manager) is an asset to our school!”
Isabella Scocozza, Principal
Soehl Middle School, Linden
“On behalf of the staff and administration of North Hunterdon High School, I would like to thank you
for your leadership in the operation of the food service program at our school.
Every day, you and your team come together to flawlessly provide over 1500 meals to our students and
staff in a fast-paced set-up. The challenges that you and your staff faced when our schedule changed was handled with great efficiency. It is not easy to set up the meal delivery program in so many different locations, but under your leadership this was handled professionally and with safety in mind.
I would also like to take this opportunity to commend you on the quality of the food. Under your direction, the offerings and quality have improved greatly. I have enjoyed many meals from the cafeteria and am impressed with the number of different items that are available every day. I have heard nothing but compliments on the taste, presentation, and diversity of the menu.”
Dr. Gregory Cottrell, Principal
North Hunterdon High School, Annandale
“Our cafeteria staff is outstanding and take great care of our students and staff. They are an important part of our school.”
Steve Wilfing, Principal
Stony Brook Elementary School, Hopewell
“The staff are great workers and help us in so many ways. They go above and beyond to ensure our requests are valued and implemented.”
Louis Manuppelli, Principal
New Milford High School, New Milford
“The staff is always friendly and courteous to everyone. They work hard to ensure that students have a good experience in the cafeteria. Food is always well-presented and tastes good.”
RDB, Principal
White Rock School, Jefferson Township
“The menu is meticulously planned and created to meet the district’s health and wellness expectations.”
Tricia Barr, Principal
Conover Road Primary School, Colts Neck
“Pomptonian staff is a pleasure to work with. They are friendly and courteous. Food quality and service is commendable.”
Ryan MacNaughton, Principal
Morris Knolls High School, Rockaway
“The student customer service is fantastic! The servers are courteous and genuinely listen to the requests of the students.”
TC, Principal
East Dover School, Dover
“The cafeteria staff is second to none. Robin and her staff are AMAZING! They are an integral part of our school community, making lunchtime (often a difficult time for many kids) smooth for all.”
Thomas J. LoBue, Principal
East Brook Middle School, Paramus
“All aspects are of service are exemplary. Thank you for another great year of service.”
John P. Pascale, Principal
Mahwah High School, Mahwah
“Customer service is always prompt and very professional.”
Bruce Peragallo, Principal
Metuchen High School, Metuchen
“Our kitchen staff if excellent — very personable and works very well with children which is of utmost importance.”
JP, Principal
Milford Brook School, Englishtown
“The staff is very friendly and accommodating. The staff has a great rapport with students and faculty. I am glad Pomptonian is a part of Morris Hills High School.”
Todd M. Toriello, Principal
Morris Hills High School, Rockaway
“Your company goes above and beyond at all times. Always striving to provide us with great service.”
Glenn Focarino, Principal
Hilltop School, Lodi
“I really can’t narrow it down to one area, there are many aspects to running a food service and catering to 1300 people daily. I have to note that whether I am speaking with Gail Kenneally at 6:30 AM or at the end of the day, her and her staff are attentive to all areas in the food service process. They are always looking to improve and enhance the quality and selection for my students and staff. Each year Gail and I meet with the students to discuss the food selection/quality, there are not any areas that they suggest improvement in when given the opportunity to comment and provide an opinion. The students generally just comment on all that they like.”
Robert A. Williams, Principal
Manalapan-Englishtown Middle School, Englishtown
“The service is provided in a very friendly and professional manner.
The staff know all of the students by name which creates a very comfortable culture and climate for the students!”
Tom Conroy, Principal
Brookside Elementary School, Westwood
“I am always impressed by the courteous and friendly service provided by all food service employees.”
John Farinella, Principal
Rahway High School, Rahway
“Continue to hire quality people such as those in my school to serve our children. This makes all the difference. I am beyond pleased with how they are committed to what they do.”
Patricia Gois, Principal
Roselle Park Middle School, Roselle Park
“The food service staff has done a nice job of handling the move to block lunch.”
BD, Principal
Colts Neck High School, Colts Neck
“The service is outstanding and the food selection continues to improve from year-to-year.”
Joseph J. Occhino, Principal
Northern Highlands Regional High School, Allendale
“We are very satisfied with all aspects of the food service program. Your company has been a major upgrade for us and both staff and students have commented about the quality of the product. Our cook, Bill, is fantastic and consistently delivers new enjoyable dishes.”
Thomas Callanan, Principal
Hanover Park High School, East Hanover
“Your staff is so proud of what they do and it shows. They run the cafeteria as if each of the children were part of their family. The presentation each day is beautiful and the quality of food is exceptional for an elementary cafeteria. They serve each child with patience and work each day to make their experience positive if they are purchasing lunch.”
GMH, Principal
Allen W. Roberts School, New Providence
“We have the best HS cafeteria. The online order feature has been awesome too.”
RN, Principal
Governor Livingston High School, Berkeley Heights
“Our café staff are the BEST. They love and treat the students as though they were their own. They are flexible and patient and do the very best job they can do each and every day.”
Michelle Rodriguez, Principal
School Eight, Linden
“The Pomptonian staff at East Brook is second to none. Robin does an exceptional job running an efficient kitchen. She and her crew support our school goals. They are a pleasure to work with!”
Thomas J. LoBue, Principal
East Brook Middle School, Paramus
“Mike Pizza, Greg, and staff do an excellent job. Mike and Greg prepare fresh food and try to minimize the frozen prepared foods that are used. Students are offered lots of options. Excellent variety. Healthy options are always abundant. Great salad bar. Excellent condiment and salad dressing varieties. Friendly staff who interact well with our students.”
Matthew Weber, Principal
Harrison High School, Harrison
“It is without question that Maria and the Pomptonian crew run a great cafeteria as it is always well organized with great choices and most of all great food. Numerous times throughout the year I ask for evening event set-ups and Maria always comes through for me no matter how late in the game I ask her for help. Continue doing what you do – students, parents and teachers are very happy with the cafeteria staff and the food.”
Rick Mangili, Principal
Cedar Grove High School, Cedar Grove
“Lunch line moves efficiently. Pomptonian employees are flexible to schedule changes and accommodate student/staff dietary restrictions.”
Aimee Toth, Principal
Mountain View Middle School, Mendham Borough
“Personnel are top notch, go above and beyond any time we need something.”
PC, Principal
Mendham Township Middle School, Mendham Township
“Management is very responsive. Whenever I have a question or concern my email and/or phone call is returned in a timely fashion and the Pomptonian Staff is always willing to accommodate the needs of all my students.”
Joelle Rosetti, Principal
School Four, Clifton
“The staff does a wonderful job and treats our teachers and students very well. They especially have done an outstanding job with our transition to one lunch period with an additional serving station located on a different floor. Kudos to Scott Triolla.”
Louis Manuppelli, Principal
New Milford High School, New Milford
“Pomptonian does fabulous work and provides outstanding support.”
Yas Usami, Business Administrator/Board Secretary
Tenafly School District
“Pomptonian is very adaptable and flexible to various school schedules. The fresh fruit and vegetable selection has been very well received by our students.”
Karl Mundi, Principal
Milton School, Jefferson
“Our Wellness Committee is so grateful for your time and willingness to share with us. Your support at our health fair offered our students and their families nourishment and inspiration.”
Ann Ball, Health Fair Coordinator
Academy360 Upper School, Livingston
“The staff is fantastic – I consider them part of our school staff. They are great with the students as well as the teachers here. The food is delicious, great variety, and very affordable. Can’t say enough positives about our experiences here in North Caldwell with Pomptonian.”
Chris Checchetto, Principal
Gould School, North Caldwell
“The kitchen employees are outstanding and take great care to promote healthy eating with the students.”
SD, Principal
B.F. Gibbs Elementary School, New Milford
“Your staff are efficient and courteous. Pomptonian goes above and beyond to be an integral part of our school community.”
Matthew Weber, Principal
Harrison High School, Harrison
“The staff is always polite and courteous, and they always maintain a clean and welcoming cafeteria. Additionally, they listen to student concerns and try to plan a menu that the students want to eat, while maintaining a healthy balance.”
James R. DeLalla, Principal
David E. Owens Middle School, New Milford
“Personnel are friendly and courteous. Food is presented and served well. Line of communication is more than amazing!”
ABC, Principal
Edward V. Walton School, Springfield
“There are no shortcomings in the area of service – none.”
Frank Geiger, Principal
Columbia Middle School, Berkeley Heights
“The food service team is always responsive to our needs and willing to help with anything we ask.”
JDL, Principal
David E. Owens Middle School, New Milford
“Working with the managerial staff is always a pleasure. They are accommodating and helpful with all requests.”
LG, Principal
Fort Lee High School, Fort Lee
“The staff at Cozy Lake is outstanding – extremely friendly, proactive, and works well with the teachers and administration. The fresh fruit program is outstanding.”
Karl Mundi, Principal
Cozy Lake School, Jefferson Township
“I am very pleased with all areas of service that are provided in our school cafeteria. The staff does a “5” job. They are always polite and always eager to accommodate our school/student needs. They are truly outstanding members of the PRHS community.”
Troy Lederman, Principal
Park Ridge High School, Park Ridge
“The Pomptonian staff has become an extension of our school faculty.”
Thomas J. LoBue, Principal
East Brook Middle School, Paramus
“The staff who prepare and present the selections to student and staff take pride in their work and do an amazing job handling the amount of people who pass through their café.”
Jacalyn K. Richardson, Principal
Kearny High School, Kearny
“Pomptonian staff are always willing to go the extra mile to help our students find what they like to eat.”
Gina Catania, Principal
Academy360: Lower School, Verona
“The staff is fantastic – friendly and professional. We have an open dialogue and work collaboratively. I am very happy with the service.”
Todd M. Toriello, Principal
Morris Hills High School, Rockaway
“The staff is very friendly and always willing to help. The food is good and well presented. I have never heard a complaint by a student or staff member about the quality of the food or the food selections.”
Bruce Peragallo, Principal
Metuchen High School, Metuchen
“Pomptonian Staff are always polite and professional when interacting with students and staff. The communication with building administration is always proactive and we have always had a great relationship with Pomptonian Management and kitchen staff.”
DW, Principal
Memorial High School, Elmwood Park
“The service, food and selection from Pomptonian has been fantastic at Cedar Grove High School. The Pomptonian staff works hard and takes pride in their work and the quality of food they
provide the students at CGHS.”
Rick Mangili, Principal
Cedar Grove High School, Cedar Grove
“The cafeteria service providers make a concerted effort to get to know all of our students. It’s a pleasure to walk in our service area and hear the workers call our students by name AND know their specific needs and wants. You don’t get that everywhere. It’s special and should be recognized.”
KM, Principal
Taylor Mills School, Manalapan
“The food is excellent and there is a nice variety of food on the menu. There are plenty of healthy choices, especially in the salad bar. The people are great with our students and they love Mary in the concession stand. She gets to know the kids and what they like
and don’t like. It makes for more of a family feel.”
Thomas DeMaio, Principal
Pascack Valley High School, Hillsdale
“The managerial staff in our school is great. They are very accommodating and are always willing to work with the students, staff and administration.”
Lauren Glynn, Principal
Fort Lee High School, Fort Lee
“Our cafeteria staff is extremely helpful, polite and they truly care about our students.”
Christie Vanderhook, Principal
Wilson School, Lodi
“Service and courteousness from personnel is top notch.”
Rick Mangili, Principal
Cedar Grove High School, Cedar Grove
“Outstanding as always”
Glenn Focarino, Principal
Hilltop School, Lodi
“The entire Pomptonian staff is friendly and always willing to support our students and staff. They are always accommodating and welcoming. I am extremely pleased with the service and the quality of the food. It’s a pleasure to work with such fine professionals.
Bruce Peragallo, Principal
Metuchen High School, Metuchen
“Other school districts are always impressed when they walk in the student dining room at Manalapan-Englishtown Middle School.”
Robert Williams, Principal
Manalapan–Englishtown Middle School, Englishtown
“A truly terrific food service – keep up the good work!”
Michael Fetherman, Superintendent
Cedar Grove School District, Cedar Grove
“Salt Brook cafeteria staff is excellent! They are respectful to the students and accommodating to an elementary population.”
Jeannie Drexinger, Principal
Salt Brook Elementary School, New Providence
“I have always had positive experiences with Pomptonian, their courteous staff and their food.”
Dennis Mulroony, Principal
Parsippany High School, Parsippany
“On a personal note, I eat lunch in our cafeteria every day and I am thoroughly impressed with the program.”
Thomas J. LoBue, Principal
East Brook Middle School, Paramus