About Bob Evans Farms
For 75 years, Bob Evans Farms has delivered quick-to-table, farm-inspired food that makes mealtime easier and more delicious. We’re a leading producer and distributor of refrigerated dinner sides and breakfast items including the Bob Evans brand, Simply Potatoes, Egg Beaters and Owens Sausage, sold in grocery stores nationwide. Our products include the #1-selling refrigerated side dishes: mashed potatoes and macaroni & cheese. Based in Columbus, Ohio, we’re a division of Post Holdings, Inc.
Our Heritage
In 1948, Bob Evans was searching for high-quality sausage to serve in his small restaurant in Gallipolis, Ohio. When he couldn’t find it, he began making sausage himself. His goal was a product that would be superior in quality and taste. His wife, Jewell Evans, helped perfect the seasonings. The sausage was an immediate hit. Soon, he was selling to grocery stores throughout Ohio and West Virginia, and now the entire country.
Our Facilities
Corporate HQ
8200 Walton Pkwy
New Albany, Ohio 43054
United States
Our corporate office, located in New Albany, Ohio, is home to our shared functions, including sales, marketing and finance, among others.
Xenia, Ohio
640 Birch Rd
Xenia, Ohio 45385
United States
As one of Bob Evans Farms’ four production facilities, our Xenia plant is an integral part of our organization’s success. Located in southwest Ohio, the property was purchased by Bob Evans in 1954, but the original building was actually constructed around 1900! More than 100 employees manufacture over 30 million pounds of fresh products each year, including sausage rolls and links.
Lima, Ohio
651 Commerce Pkwy
Lima, Ohio 45804
United States
We produce mashed potatoes and macaroni & cheese here. Our Lima plant, located in northwest Ohio, produces over 23 SKUs and employs more than 400 people. Bob Evans Farms began manufacturing mashed potatoes here in 2009 as a co-manufacturer. We produce more than 100 million pounds of Bob Evans Mashed Potatoes and pasta items here, including Bob Evans Macaroni & Cheese.
Hillsdale, Michigan
200 N Wolcott St.
Hillsdale, Michigan 49242
United States
Our Hillsdale plant has been producing delicious Bob Evans sausage since 1964, when it was opened as the company’s third plant. Today, the facility is one of two locations that produces fresh sausage, including rolls and links (the other being Ohio’s Xenia facility). Hillsdale produces more than 50 SKUs, and more than 25 million pounds of sausage annually.
Sulphur Springs, Texas
1109 Industrial Dr E
Sulphur Springs, Texas 75482
United States
Acquired in 2003, the Sulphur Springs plant employs more than 70 people and produces refrigerated sides, including Bob Evans Macaroni & Cheese.
Springfield, Ohio
6088 Green-Field Dr
Springfield, Ohio 45502
United States
The company’s main transportation facility is located in Springfield, Ohio, with a small outpost in Forney, Texas. About 150 employees, including 100 drivers, make more than 20,000 deliveries yearly with a fleet of more than 100 tractor-trailers. The transportation team drives more than 10 million miles per year, distributing Bob Evans products!
Leadership Team
Mike McCoy President and CEO
Joined Bob Evans Farms in 2018 as EVP and CAO. In 2019, was promoted to CFO. Named President and CEO in 2024. Prior to BEF, served as VP of internal audit for PHI. Experienced executive known for his leadership in financial operations, strategic planning and organizational development. Has a strong commitment to the community and serves on the Board of Trustees for the Mid-Ohio Food Collective. BSBA from St. Louis University and MBA from the University of Missouri.
Adam Gonsiorowski SVP and CFO
Joined Bob Evans Farms in 2014 as Manager of Financial Reporting. Named VP Finance in 2019, promoted to CFO in 2024. Known for consistently demonstrating sound financial oversight and innovative support. Prior to BEF, led execution of financial statement audits at PricewaterhouseCoopers. Serves on the United Schools Network Board of Directors and is Finance Committee Chair. BSBA from The Ohio State University; CPA.
John Broekema SVP Sales
Joined Bob Evans Farms in 2014 as Dir, Business Development. Promoted to VP Business Development in 2015 and SVP Sales in 2019. Prior roles include sales and trade management at Sara Lee and Beech-Nut Nutrition. Serves on the Board of Directors for the Ohio Grocers Association. BA in Communications from the University of North Florida.
Devra Cornell CHRO
Joined Bob Evans Farms in 2009. Promoted to CHRO in 2020. Known as a strong cultural ambassador, strategic thinker and servant leader. Leads the Bob Evans Farms Foundation and philanthropic giving. Executive sponsor of the BEF Women’s Business Resource Group. Has a passion for giving back to the community; serves on the Board of Trustees for the Ohio 4-H Foundation and the Board of Directors for Cancer Support Community Central Ohio. BA in Economics from Duke University; maintains PHR and SHRM-CP certifications.
Colin Daly General Counsel
Joined Bob Evans Farms in 2012. Orchestrated the sale and spinoff of Bob Evans Restaurants to Golden Gate Capital, as well as the sale of Bob Evans Farms as a standalone public company to PHI. Prior roles include General Counsel at O’Charley’s. Undergraduate degree from the College of William and Mary; J.D. (with honors) from the University of Florida College of Law.
Ciare James SVP and CMO
Joined Bob Evans Farms in 2020 as VP Brand Marketing. Promoted to SVP and CMO in 2024. Known for strategic leadership in brand building, executing revenue-driving strategies and sustaining margin expansion. Prior roles include marketing management roles at Conagra Brands where she led growth for Reddi-Whip, Hunt’s and Banquet brands. BA in Economics from Ohio University; Marketing MBA from The Ohio State University.
Chae Kim SVP Manufacturing Operations
Joined Bob Evans Farms in 2021; previously held PHI leadership positions at Michael Foods, including Director of Egg and Director of Potato Networks. Previously held several business leadership positions at The Kraft Heinz Company and Kraft Foods, including with the Mondelēz brand. BS in Electrical Engineering from Iowa State University.
Sean McCarthy VP Supply Chain
Joined Bob Evans Farms in 2019. Prior roles include procurement management positions at Weston Foods; led the integration of US supply chain operations and the consolidation of all North American warehousing operations. BA from Miami University of Ohio.
Andy Norman VP CIO
Joined Bob Evans Farms in 2019 as Dir, Technology Applications & Business Intelligence. Promoted to VP IT in 2022 and CIO in 2023. Prior roles include IT leadership positions at The Wendy’s Co. and NetJets Private Aviation. Known for his strong business acumen, growth mindset and collaborative approach to strategy development and execution. Executive sponsor of Bob Evans Farms Military & Veterans Business Resource Group. BS and MBA from Ohio University.
Manuel Ortega VP R&D
Joined Bob Evans Farms in 2021. 25 years’ experience in packaged foods and foodservice. Prior roles include leadership positions with Hostess Brands, Jack Link’s Protein Snacks, Yum! Brands and General Mills. MS in Food Science and Technology from the University of Tennessee.
Careers
Our founder, Bob Evans, often said, “Everybody is somebody at Bob Evans.” When you join the Bob Evans Farms family, you’re joining a diverse, inclusive team of employees who embody the values of hard work, honesty, integrity and teamwork.
Come grow with us and help us bring farm-fresh goodness back to mealtime.