Our Story
Family-owned and operated since 1997, you can count on Homestyle Direct for consistency in quality, nutrition, taste, and delivery. Our mission is to enrich the lives of the people we serve—in body, mind, and spirit. Our staff is a reflection of our core values: Gratitude, Honesty, Responsibility, Respect, Compassion, Competition, and Ambition.
Our supportive and adaptable team works tirelessly every day to bring you the best quality product with a smile. We look forward to serving you and your family a little bit of comfort to your door.
Meet The Team
“I started Homestyle Direct, with my husband Robert, in 1997. I love all the new vegan/vegetarian options. Amazing and creative flavor combinations!”
MARIANN GRIFFITH
Founder & CEO
“As a Registered Dietitian with over 26 years of experience in healthcare, I like to start my day with a healthy, delicious breakfast and love our Vanilla Yogurt Parfait with Mango and Strawberries.”
JULIE AIKEN, RDN
VP Sales & Marketing
“I’ve been with Homestyle Direct since August 2021. My favorite meal is the smothered beef, bean, and cheese burrito.”
JOHN TILTON
VP Accounting & Finance
“I’ve been with Homestylefor 14 years and my favorite meal is the Beef Finger Steak Dinner.”
JIM GRIFFITH
Contracts Manager
“My favorite old school HSD meal is the Homemade Biscuits and Gravy. We used to brown the sausage and bacon in a huge wok and make the gravy from scratch. Lots of love in that recipe! I have been with the Homestyle Direct team since 1997, 24 years.”
CHELSEA BORDEWYK
General Manager-Operations
“I have been with Homestyle Direct since 2019! My favorite meal is the Biscuits and Gravy. It’s the best!”
JAELYNN BENAVIDEZ
Direct Pay Representative & Business Development Support
“Hi everybody, I am your new Business Development Representative for the South. I am a Registered Nurse with a passion for caring for others.”
DEIDRE HALL, RN
Business Development Representative
“I’m a Business Development professional with over 18 years of experience in health- care sales and marketing. Ask me about my favorite Homestyle Direct meal.”
GREG JANSEN
Business Development Representative
“The team at Homestyle Direct is simply amazing. I have over 20 years of healthcare sales, marketing, clinical, and food service management experience. Ask me about my favorite Homestyle Direct meal.”
RENEE KOWAL, RDN
Business Development Representative
“I’ve been with Homestyle Direct since 2020. My favorite meal is the Mexican Fiesta Breakfast Bowl.”
MAURA LYDA
Direct Pay Representative & Business Development Support
“The past 15 amazing years have been spent with Homestyle direct. I have eaten so many fabulous Homestyle direct meals over the years. Ask me about my favorite Homestyle Direct meal.”
TONNA QUESNELL
Business Development Representative
“I’ve been with Homestyle Direct for a total of 8 ½ years! My favorite meal from the menu is the Chicken Enchilada Empanada, and my all-time favorite meal is Sausage Biscuits and Gravy.”
KRISTIN VINCENT
Accounts Payable Specialist
“The Vegetarian Chili & Cheese Cornbread Bowl is my favorite! I love all of the flavor! I have been at Homestyle Direct for 3 years!”
ASHLEY PALMER
Front Office Shipping Manager
“I have had the pleasure of working for Homestyle Direct for 5 years now. I have many favorites when it comes to our nutritious meals. My current go-to is the Southwest Chicken with Mexican Style Street Corn. The flavors are amazing!”
YASMIN IBARRA
Office Manager
“My favorite meal is the Ham, Egg & Cheese Scramble, because I LOVE breakfast and it’s the perfect combination of my favorite breakfast foods. I’ve been a part of Homestyle’s team for a little over 4 years! It’s been a blast growing with such an awesome team!”
JESSICA THRALL
HR & IT Manager
“I’ve been with Homestyle Direct since 2018, and my favorite meal is the Mac & Cheese. I’m super excited to take on this role and ready to grow our department.”
GEORGE MORENO
Customer Service Manager
“My favorite meal is the Yogurt Parfait! No matter which fruit blend is in it – it always tastes so good. I have worked at Homestyle for 5 years now.”
LANIE MCCAFFERY
Accounting Manager
“My favorite is the Yogurt Parfait, I enjoy the granola and the fruit! I have been with Homestyle Direct for 3 years.”
HOLLY TRAIL
Data Entry Manager
“Grandpa’s BBQ Pork Rib Patty is my favorite! The meat is tender and has great flavor! I have been working at Homestyle for 15 years!”
EMMA BENITES
Production Manager
“I have several favorites, but I am going to choose the Croissant Sandwich because I am a bread lover. I have been working for 11 years at HSD.”
CARLOS FLORES
Shipping Receiving Manager
“My favorite meal is the Yogurt Parfait because it has all of my favorite fruits. I have been at Homestyle for 11 years.”
YESSICA FLORES
Shipping Line Manager
“My favorite meal is the Yogurt Parfait because I like the strawberries and granola. I’ve been working at Homestyle for 4 years.”
JOSE VIELMAS
Order Pull Manager