Meet the team

Rice Equipment has been repairing and maintaining commercial kitchen equipment in Springfield and southwest Missouri since 1990. Our team includes CFESA certified technicians trained to service equipment from leading manufacturers like Manitowoc, BUNN, Welbilt, Lincoln, Panasonic, and Henny Penny. From routine preventative maintenance to emergency repairs, the people behind every service call are local, experienced, and available 24/7. Get to know the technicians, warehouse staff, and office team who keep your kitchen running.

Service Technicians

Alan Rider

Ashton Hartman

Braydn Daniel

Clayton Magary

Garrett Brake

Jeremy Britton

Jesse Walker

Josh Larson

Kenan Robinson

Mark Cantwell

Mike Horner

Warehouse

Russ Tupper

Warehouse/Parts Manager

Tom Farris

Warehouse Technician

Office

Jackie Rice

President

Neal Unverferth

Service Manager

Mike Cotter

Service Coordinator

Ashley Meier

Accounts Manager

Hannah Unverferth

Office Administrator

Frequently Asked Questions

  • How long has Rice Equipment been serving Springfield?

     Rice Equipment has been repairing and maintaining commercial kitchen equipment in Springfield, Missouri since 1990, serving the surrounding southwest Missouri area for over three decades.

  • Who will be servicing my equipment?

     Our team includes dedicated service technicians, a warehouse and parts team, and an office staff who coordinate every repair from first call to completion. You can meet the full team above, all local technicians serving Springfield and the surrounding area.

  • What equipment brands does your team work on?

     Our technicians service equipment from major commercial kitchen manufacturers including Manitowoc, BUNN, Panasonic, Welbilt, Lincoln, Amana, Blodgett, and Henny Penny.

  • Is Rice Equipment available for emergency repairs?

     Yes. Rice Equipment offers 24/7 emergency service so your kitchen equipment issues get handled quickly, whatever time they come up.

  • How do I contact the team?

     You can reach Rice Equipment at (417) 864-4885 or info@riceequip.com. Our office is located at 1350 E. Chestnut Expressway, Springfield, MO 65802.