Gilbert Public Schools’ Nutrition Services Department prepared nearly 3 million meals for students during the 2025 fiscal year, operating at a scale that serves thousands of students each school day across the district.
Director of Nutrition Services Natalie Tenney has described the department as the “largest restaurant in town,” reflecting the scope of its daily operations and regulatory requirements.
Meals are designed to meet federal nutrition standards while appealing to students, a balance district officials say is critical to student participation.
