The Mule Barn Services Difference
Our Leadership Team
Experience matters. Each member of our senior leadership team of dedicated food service professionals brings decades of military and commercial food service experience. As veterans, we understand the importance of discipline, consistency, teamwork & attention to detail - qualities that we bring to every military and commercial dining program we manage.
Mule Barn Services
Meet Our Senior Leadership
Mr. Phillip Carr
Owner and CEO
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Mr. Phillip Carr is the owner and CEO of Mule Barn Services, and a senior Licensed Blind Vendor with the State of Kansas, with almost 30 years of experience supporting the program.
Originally from Oklahoma City, Oklahoma, Mr. Carr has successfully owned & operated the full spectrum of food service businesses from vending machines through Federal, State, Municipal and commercial cafeterias.
Mr. Carr and his company, for over the last 15+ years and ongoing, operate the State of Kansas' largest ongoing Military Food Service contracts at the U.S. Army's Fort Leavenworth Installation.
Originally from Oklahoma City, Oklahoma, Mr. Carr has successfully owned & operated the full spectrum of food service businesses from vending machines through Federal, State, Municipal and commercial cafeterias.
Mr. Carr and his company, for over the last 15+ years and ongoing, operate the State of Kansas' largest ongoing Military Food Service contracts at the U.S. Army's Fort Leavenworth Installation.
Mr. Matthew Carr
Chief Operations Officer
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Mr. Matthew Carr is the Chief Operations Officer (COO) for Mule Barn Services. Matt is a former Marine Corps Officer with over 12 years of military experience including multiple combat deployments within the Infantry and Special Operations Community.
Within the US Defense Industry and professionally over the following 15+ years, Matt has developed and managed various contract programs, valued at over $15 million per year. The overarching mission of these ongoing contracts are integrating training and technology development service best practices in support of U.S. Defense, Intelligence, Diplomatic, Federal Law Enforcement and Partner Nation Security Cooperation requirements.
Within the US Defense Industry and professionally over the following 15+ years, Matt has developed and managed various contract programs, valued at over $15 million per year. The overarching mission of these ongoing contracts are integrating training and technology development service best practices in support of U.S. Defense, Intelligence, Diplomatic, Federal Law Enforcement and Partner Nation Security Cooperation requirements.
Mr. Francisco Delgado
Director, Food Services – Operations
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Mr. Francisco Delgado is our Director, Food Services – Operations. With over 30 years of distinguished food service leadership, including 23 years of service in the U.S. Army, Mr. Delgado has developed unmatched expertise in dining facility management, culinary arts, large-scale food operations, and team leadership. Throughout his career, he has successfully overseen galley and DFAC operations, managing budgets, food acquisition, nutrition planning, sanitation, training, and compliance with strict military and federal food service standards. As a Galley and Dining Facility Manager, he has supervised and trained teams of up to 100 food service personnel, coordinated subcontractors, and ensured the flawless execution of daily operations serving hundreds of meals per day. His oversight includes food preparation, inventory control, safety compliance, and quality assurance per NAVSUP, Armed Forces Recipe Service, Tri-Service Food Code, and U.S. Department of Health and Human Services standards. He has proven ability for conducting menu planning, including 28-day cycle menus, addressing special dietary requirements, and implementing nutrition awareness programs to support health and mission readiness.
Mr. Delgado's culinary skills and technical knowledge extend beyond daily operations to mentoring and professional development. He has trained and developed two separate food service teams—from Fort Sill, Oklahoma, and JBLM (Fort Lewis–McChord, Washington)—to compete at the prestigious Culinary Arts Competitions at Fort Lee, Virginia. He has also trained at the highest level of military food service, both attending and instructing at the Advanced Culinary Training Course and the Enlisted Aide Training Course at Fort Lee, Virginia, where he helped prepare the next generation of Army culinary leaders.
He is proud to have led initiatives that elevated dining operations to the highest standard, including securing a five-star accreditation for Isa Air Base, Bahrain within just three months of my arrival. His ability to evaluate food service programs, streamline processes, and enforce strict sanitation and safety protocols has consistently resulted in improved efficiency and compliance.
Beyond operations, Mr. Delgado brings deep knowledge of logistics, supply chain management, contract oversight, and administrative compliance, ensuring that resources are maximized and regulations are met. His strong working relationships with the U.S. Army, Navy, and broader Department of Defense, and contract representatives reflect his collaborative leadership style, which prioritizes mission success, accountability, and the well-being of both service members and civilians. Driven by a passion for cooking, culinary innovation, and service excellence, he combines tactical and technical expertise with creative leadership to ensure food service programs not only meet but exceed expectations.
Mr. Delgado's culinary skills and technical knowledge extend beyond daily operations to mentoring and professional development. He has trained and developed two separate food service teams—from Fort Sill, Oklahoma, and JBLM (Fort Lewis–McChord, Washington)—to compete at the prestigious Culinary Arts Competitions at Fort Lee, Virginia. He has also trained at the highest level of military food service, both attending and instructing at the Advanced Culinary Training Course and the Enlisted Aide Training Course at Fort Lee, Virginia, where he helped prepare the next generation of Army culinary leaders.
He is proud to have led initiatives that elevated dining operations to the highest standard, including securing a five-star accreditation for Isa Air Base, Bahrain within just three months of my arrival. His ability to evaluate food service programs, streamline processes, and enforce strict sanitation and safety protocols has consistently resulted in improved efficiency and compliance.
Beyond operations, Mr. Delgado brings deep knowledge of logistics, supply chain management, contract oversight, and administrative compliance, ensuring that resources are maximized and regulations are met. His strong working relationships with the U.S. Army, Navy, and broader Department of Defense, and contract representatives reflect his collaborative leadership style, which prioritizes mission success, accountability, and the well-being of both service members and civilians. Driven by a passion for cooking, culinary innovation, and service excellence, he combines tactical and technical expertise with creative leadership to ensure food service programs not only meet but exceed expectations.
Ms. Evelyn Gilbert
Director, Food Services – Quality Control
Full Bio
Ms. Evelyn Gilbert is our Director, Food Services – Quality Control. Ms. Gilbert is a seasoned food service professional with over 21 years of combined military and contract food service experience.
A proud U.S. Army veteran, she transitioned from active duty in 1985 to continue serving through her work in the Morale, Welfare, and Recreation (MWR) food service program. Her career includes serving as Sous Chef at the Fort Sill Officers’ Club, where her leadership and culinary expertise earned recognition for delivering the Best Army Catered Event Worldwide. Ms. Gilbert further advanced her skills by completing the MWR Culinary and Business Management School, pairing her passion for food service with strong business and operational knowledge.
In addition to her MWR achievements, Ms. Gilbert has over 15 years of contract food service experience supporting military dining facilities (DFACs). She is well-versed in managing large-scale meal operations, ensuring compliance with strict standards, and delivering consistent quality to service members. Her dedication and excellence have been recognized at the highest levels. Evelyn received multiple Letters of Recognition from Fort Sill Post Commanders and was personally awarded a coin from a four-star General for exemplary service with MWR.
As a ServSafe-certified Manager, Evelyn brings a proven commitment to food safety, leadership, and excellence. With decades of hands-on experience, a record of award-winning service, and a reputation for professionalism, Evelyn Gilbert exemplifies discipline, passion, and dedication in every aspect of food service management.
A proud U.S. Army veteran, she transitioned from active duty in 1985 to continue serving through her work in the Morale, Welfare, and Recreation (MWR) food service program. Her career includes serving as Sous Chef at the Fort Sill Officers’ Club, where her leadership and culinary expertise earned recognition for delivering the Best Army Catered Event Worldwide. Ms. Gilbert further advanced her skills by completing the MWR Culinary and Business Management School, pairing her passion for food service with strong business and operational knowledge.
In addition to her MWR achievements, Ms. Gilbert has over 15 years of contract food service experience supporting military dining facilities (DFACs). She is well-versed in managing large-scale meal operations, ensuring compliance with strict standards, and delivering consistent quality to service members. Her dedication and excellence have been recognized at the highest levels. Evelyn received multiple Letters of Recognition from Fort Sill Post Commanders and was personally awarded a coin from a four-star General for exemplary service with MWR.
As a ServSafe-certified Manager, Evelyn brings a proven commitment to food safety, leadership, and excellence. With decades of hands-on experience, a record of award-winning service, and a reputation for professionalism, Evelyn Gilbert exemplifies discipline, passion, and dedication in every aspect of food service management.
Mr. Stevie Anthonio Bronson
Director, Government Food Services – Business Development
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Mr. Stevie Anthonio Bronson is our Director, Government Food Services – Business Development.
Mr. Bronson is a proven project manager, mentor, and SME of culinary excellence. Mr. Bronson brings over three decades of distinguished Army and contracted service and culinary expertise including recent Project Manager experience at Fort Leavenworth.
At 48 years old, he is a two-time Gold Award winner at the prestigious 35th Culinary Arts Competition, a testament to his skill, creativity, and dedication to excellence in the kitchen. Mr. Bronson has previously served 16 years on active duty and 7 years in the Army Reserve, with seven overseas deployments, demonstrating exceptional leadership and resilience in diverse environments. He has served over the last eight years as the Project Manager for the Fort Leavenworth Dining Facility, where he oversaw large-scale operations, streamlined processes, and ensured the highest standards of food quality and safety.
In addition to his contractor duties, Mr. Bronson serves as an Army Reservist 92G First Sergeant at Fort Belton, Missouri supporting Army unit food service requirements across Denver, Colorado; Saint Louis, Missouri; and Kansas City, Missouri. Over the last year he has supported Fort Dix, New Jersey and Fort McCoy, Wisconsin during annual training, successfully feeding over 10,000 Soldiers during each large-scale field feeding operation. He is responsible for 377 92G Soldiers, has fed over 30,000 Soldiers in the past 12 months, and manages $10.5 million in military food service equipment.
His professional credentials include ServSafe Certification, Certified Food Service Manager, Food Handling Certification, and Certified Food Service Manager Certificate, reflecting his commitment to maintaining the highest industry standards. From the field to the kitchen, Mr. Bronson combines military precision with culinary artistry, earning respect as both a leader and a chef.
Mr. Bronson is a proven project manager, mentor, and SME of culinary excellence. Mr. Bronson brings over three decades of distinguished Army and contracted service and culinary expertise including recent Project Manager experience at Fort Leavenworth.
At 48 years old, he is a two-time Gold Award winner at the prestigious 35th Culinary Arts Competition, a testament to his skill, creativity, and dedication to excellence in the kitchen. Mr. Bronson has previously served 16 years on active duty and 7 years in the Army Reserve, with seven overseas deployments, demonstrating exceptional leadership and resilience in diverse environments. He has served over the last eight years as the Project Manager for the Fort Leavenworth Dining Facility, where he oversaw large-scale operations, streamlined processes, and ensured the highest standards of food quality and safety.
In addition to his contractor duties, Mr. Bronson serves as an Army Reservist 92G First Sergeant at Fort Belton, Missouri supporting Army unit food service requirements across Denver, Colorado; Saint Louis, Missouri; and Kansas City, Missouri. Over the last year he has supported Fort Dix, New Jersey and Fort McCoy, Wisconsin during annual training, successfully feeding over 10,000 Soldiers during each large-scale field feeding operation. He is responsible for 377 92G Soldiers, has fed over 30,000 Soldiers in the past 12 months, and manages $10.5 million in military food service equipment.
His professional credentials include ServSafe Certification, Certified Food Service Manager, Food Handling Certification, and Certified Food Service Manager Certificate, reflecting his commitment to maintaining the highest industry standards. From the field to the kitchen, Mr. Bronson combines military precision with culinary artistry, earning respect as both a leader and a chef.
Mule Barn Services is a Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Business (SDVOSB) & Licensed Blind Vendor (LBV)
- Commercial and Government Entity (CAGE) code: 9W7E3
- NAICS Codes: 722310, 722320, 561110
- SAM Registered
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KVF 70 Fort Leavenworth, Inc.
dba Mule Barn Services
3904 Garland Avenue
Leavenworth, Kansas 66048
dba Mule Barn Services
3904 Garland Avenue
Leavenworth, Kansas 66048
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Mule Barn Services is a Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Business (SDVOSB) & Licensed Blind Vendor (LBV)
- Commercial and Government Entity (CAGE) code: 9W7E3
- NAICS Codes: 722310, 722320, 561110
- SAM Registered
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