Grand Rapids, MI Food Show - For Restaurant Owners & Food Service Professionals

Tue, 07 Oct, 2025 at 10:00 am to Wed, 08 Oct, 2025 at 03:00 pm UTC-04:00

DeVos Place Convention Center | Grand Rapids

Gordon Food Service
Publisher/HostGordon Food Service
Grand Rapids, MI Food Show - For Restaurant Owners & Food Service Professionals
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When attending a Gordon Food Service Show, expect to see, learn, and of course taste, the best that the foodservice industry has to share. Our Grand Rapids show is happening on October 7 & 8 - if you're a food service professional, come join us to see how we can help your business succeed.
Please note - RSVPing to this event does not register you for the show - learn more & register today at the link below:
https://bit.ly/45lDqZo
Dates & Times:
- October 7 from 10 AM - 5 PM EST
- October 8 from 9 AM - 3 PM EST
Location: DeVos Place Convention Center
Venue Address: Halls A, B, and C - 303 Monroe Avenue NW, Grand Rapids, MI 49503
So, What's at the Show?
TABLE TALK THEATER: Your Go-To for Answers We're All Seeking!
This isn't just a stage; it's where snappy, quick-hit discussions tackle the industry topics we're all grappling with. Engage directly with experts as we unpack insights designed to hit the exact needs facing operations like ours. Join the conversation as we dive into:
- Menu Engineering: Strategies for optimizing your menu for peak profit, not just popularity.
- The Perfect Smashburger Demo: Mastering that ideal smash for maximum flavor (and Instagram fame!).
- Building & Retaining a Strong Restaurant Team: Real talk on effective labor recruitment and retention strategies.
- Michigan Labor Law Shake-Up: What You NEED to Know for 2025: Navigating the latest updates to minimum wage, sick time, and other critical regulations impacting your business.
- AI and The Restaurant Business: Practical steps to weave AI into your operations for smarter, leaner results.
- Service vs. Hospitality in a Tech-Driven, Tip-Fatigued Environment: Exploring the crucial differences and how to excel in an evolving landscape.
- Trends Update: Staying ahead with the latest industry shifts and consumer preferences.
- Taming the Talent Beast: Real talk on labor recruitment & retention strategies.
And so much more!
CEU CREDITS
Association of Nutrition and Foodservice Professionals (ANFP) and American Culinary Federation (ACF) members can earn up to 3 continuing education units (CEUs) by walking the exhibits. Watch for the post show email to request your certificate.
Our Shows are not open to the general public and only open to those in the foodservice industry. Any questions on attendance, please email [email protected].
ADULTS ONLY
As part of our commitment to providing a professional environment for all guests, no children under the age of 18 are permitted in our shows. Culinary Students under 18 are welcome at the show after 1:00pm. One adult chaperone per 10 students is required.
NEW WAGON POLICY
New this season, a no wagon nor wheeled carts policy will be implemented by Security at our entry doors to the exhibit halls. Due to local health code and the safety of all guests, wagons and wheeled carts are no longer permitted on the show floor and will be requested to be left in personal vehicles.
Learn more and register below:
https://bit.ly/45lDqZo
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DeVos Place Convention Center, 303 Monroe Ave NW,Grand Rapids, Michigan, United States

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