The Foodservice Team

 

Product Development

Food Development Manager Gerard Murphy has been with Kerry for five years, and is a Master of the Craft Guild of Chefs with experience ranging from chef positions through purchasing and across food and menu development. Specialising in French, Italian and Continental Cuisine, Gerard has also studied Thai cooking and this wide range of training and experience means that he is never short of new menu and recipe ideas to try out.
Adrian Coulter has over 20 years experience as a chef in a variety of restaurants, including the two Michelin starred Le Gavroche and The Box Tree. He has held several positions at Kerry Foodservice and has been involved in the development of ready meals, sandwiches and fillings and sous vide products before turning his experience to his current position of Product Development Manager where he is responsible for the development of all food and ingredient products.

Marketing

As Marketing Manager of Kerry Foodservice for over 6 years, Louise Tibballs has helped shape the company's positioning within the marketplace, and created a strong platform for their key brands. Her 15 years of marketing experience includes roles at Watson & Philip and Brakes, as well as a stint at Citroen. When not in the office, Louise is most likely relaxing in her alotment, or watching a Grand Prix somewhere.

Coffee Shops

Will Richards has extensive experience within the Foodservice sector. Prior to his placement as Commercial Director at Kerry Foodservice over 10 years ago, he held the position of Marketing Director at DBC Foodservice, and is well-known and respected throughout the industry for his business acumen. An avid Everton fan, Will is also known for his preference for fine wine, good food and the occasional round of golf.

Terry Overs

National Account Manager Terry Overs has been with Kerry for over 20 years. Working within the Wholesale Team, Terry brings a wealth of experience to the sector being awarded an Outstanding Service Award at the tender age of 36. An avid Rugby fan who enjoys a social round of fair-weather golf.

Kieth Wright

Keith Wright joined Kerry Foodservice 10 years ago having previously worked at Booker Foodservice and Cadbury Schweppes. Keith is keen on getting customer service right and promoting the advantages of quality products over inferior alternatives. At weekends he can often be found driving one of his 2 vintage cars or watching a Grand Prix

Janet Peters

Janet Peters is National Account Controller for Pubs & Restaurants Kerry Foodservice. She’s worked for Kerry Foodservice for 10 years and previously worked for Dairy Crest, Glanbia, Avonmore Waterford and Coca Cola Schweppes. Her major passion is golf, currently holding a 14 handicap and relishing fresh competition!

Janet Peters

Janet Peters is National Account Controller for Pubs & Restaurants Kerry Foodservice. She’s worked for Kerry Foodservice for 10 years and previously worked for Dairy Crest, Glanbia, Avonmore Waterford and Coca Cola Schweppes. Her major passion is golf, currently holding a 14 handicap and relishing fresh competition!

Javkie Clark

Jackie Clark has extensive knowledge of the foodservice market, with over 20 years experience in the food industry. She has held the position of National Account Manager with Kerry Foodservice for 8 years and prior to this her background covered key sales roles, working closely with food development teams within the chilled food manufacturing sector. Jackie is a passionate and enthusiastic foodie.