The Fresh Today Southwest Team: Fuelling Students Across the South West

Freshtoday Team
Freshtoday Team

Nurturing children takes a community. Freshtoday is proud to be part of yours

BEHIND EVERY MEAL YOU WILL FIND OUR DEDICATED TEAM

Meet the Fresh Today Southwest team, the passionate people behind every hot meal delivered to schools across the South West of Ireland. From our Nenagh facility to your school door, every member of our team plays a vital role in making sure students receive a meal they can enjoy and rely on every day.

We’re proud of our diverse, passionate, and hardworking team who bring Freshtoday’s mission to life every single day.

We take pride in running a high-performing facility to service the South West of Ireland with quality School Meals that blend culinary excellence with logistical precision, ensuring every meal reaches its destination safely, on time, and to the highest standard.

Meet the Team

10 Years working with Freshtoday 

Delivering Meals

Industry Leading School Meal Providers

From innovative menus to sustainable sourcing, Freshtoday continues to lead the way in shaping the future of school meals in Ireland.

Freshtoday School Meals As I Am
School student giving a thumbs up while enjoying a hot Freshtoday South West school meal at lunchtime
Sysco supplier logo — Freshtoday South West trusted food partner
Pat the Baker logo — Freshtoday South West bread supplier
Fyffes logo — Freshtoday South West fresh fruit supplier
Flahavan's logo — Freshtoday South West Irish oat supplier
Blenders logo — Freshtoday South West condiment supplier
Ballymaloe logo — Freshtoday South West sauce supplier
Spice O' Life logo — Freshtoday South West spice supplier
Ryvita logo — Freshtoday South West crispbread supplier
Loughnane's logo — Freshtoday South West Irish food supplier
Jacobs logo — Freshtoday South West biscuit and snack supplier
Irish Popcorn and Snackfood logo — Freshtoday South West snack supplier
Hellmann's logo — Freshtoday South West condiment supplier
Glenhaven logo — Freshtoday South West Irish food supplier
McCaughey Foods logo — Freshtoday South West Irish food supplier
Ray Nangle

Ray Nangle

CEO

Ray Nangle is the proud CEO and founder of Freshtoday, bringing extensive experience and dedication to the forefront of the Freshtoday brand. Ray is responsible for overseeing the strategic direction of the company and ensuring that all aspects of service delivery meet the highest standards of quality, safety, and compliance.

Martin O'Brien - General Manager — Freshtoday Midlands team member illustration

Martin O' Brien

Chief Operating Officer

I keep the engine running by connecting every department across the business. From production and logistics to quality and sales, I make sure our teams work in sync so we can deliver on Freshtoday’s promise every single day.

Reda Ginaite - Head of Primary Hot Schools — Freshtoday Midlands team member illustration

Reda Ginaite

Operations Manager

Systems and schedules aren’t just operations, they’re how we deliver on our promise. I oversee the daily work that keeps our kitchens running smoothly and ensures fresh, nutritious meals reach students consistently.

Martina Maguire

Office Manager

Invoices, schedules, and systems aren’t just admin, they’re what keep everything running. I manage the behind-the-scenes work that ensures our teams have what they need to focus on delivering fresh, nutritious meals to schools every day.

Ciarán Buckley

Logistics & Supply Chain Manager

Warehouses, drivers, and supply chains aren’t just operations; they’re how we deliver on our promise. I lead the team that ensures every fresh ingredient gets from our suppliers to school kitchens on time, in perfect condition, ready to fuel young minds.

Gareth Price

Sales Manager

Every school we work with deserves more than a hot lunch, they deserve a service they can count on, and food their students actually want to eat. I’m proud to help make that happen every single day.

Martina O'Hara

Sales & Customer Retention Agent

Whether it’s answering queries, solving problems, or guiding new schools through our service, I’m here to make the experience smooth, friendly, and dependable from day one.

Ken Horgan - General Manager

Ken Horgan

Head of Client Relations

Focused on building strong, positive relationships with school partners, this role brings energy, clear communication, and proactive support to ensure a smooth, reliable, and welcoming experience from the very beginning.

Monika Zinkute

Production Manager

Recipes, schedules, and kitchen flow aren’t just production, they’re how we turn fresh ingredients into thousands of nutritious meals. I oversee our kitchen operations to ensure every dish is prepared to standard, on time, and ready to fuel students throughout their day.

Joeann Moran

Customer Service

Questions, feedback, and concerns aren’t just calls and emails, they’re how we stay connected to the schools and families we serve. I handle the day-to-day communication that ensures every query is answered and every issue is resolved quickly.

Jessica Gavin

Operations Co-ordinator

Schedules, updates, and coordination aren’t just logistics, they’re what keep our teams aligned. I connect the dots between kitchens, drivers, and schools to ensure everything runs smoothly and every meal gets where it needs to be, when it needs to be there.

Ken Horgan - General Manager

Amy McCormack

HR Administrator

Contracts, policies, and people support aren’t just HR tasks, they’re what keep our team running smoothly. I handle the day-to-day that ensures everyone has what they need, stays informed, and can focus on delivering great meals to schools.

Working Hand-in-Hand with Irish Growers

By sourcing locally whenever possible and choosing ingredients that are in season, we help reduce food miles while supporting local suppliers and communities. We also look further afield when needed, as local and Irish produce naturally has a limited seasonal range. This allows us to offer greater variety throughout the year while still prioritising quality, freshness and responsible sourcing.

For parents, this means peace of mind knowing their child’s school meals are made with wholesome, quality ingredients.

Explore Our Menus

Browse our wide range of healthy school meals in Ireland. Fresh, balanced, and dietitian-approved options give students the nutrition they need every day.

Partner With Us

Work with Freshtoday, Ireland’s trusted school meals provider. We partner with schools nationwide to deliver reliable, nutritious lunches that support learning and wellbeing.

Online Ordering

Easily pre-order school meals online through our simple system. Parents can choose from a variety of fresh, balanced lunches designed for every student’s needs.