Success Story: Teton Lunch Counter

Teton Lunch Counter Success Story

Teton Lunch Counter, located in Jackson WY, may be new to the small business scene, first launching in the Spring of 2022, but in their brief time in business, they have made an immense impact on their community.

Business Overview

• Small, women-owned business
• Jackson Hole’s only package & waste-free prepared foods provider
• Exclusively serves Outdoor Guide & Outfitting Industry of Teton County

Mission

Their mission is to reduce the tourism footprint and provide tourists with only the freshest meats and seasonal vegetables from local farmers, ranchers, and small businesses.

Sustainability Approach

• Serves lunches in reusable stainless steel Bento lunch box containers
• Sources ingredients from local businesses
• Kept over 20,000 single-use containers out of landfill

Founder Background

Founder Victoria (Tori) Parker:

• Sustainable Energy Development Practitioner
• Masters in Mechanical Engineering
• 7 years experience in commercial Net-Zero builds & Energy Efficiency
• Aspiring chef & holistic nutrition culinary student

Wyoming SBDC Network Support

Advisor Audie Cunningham provided crucial support in:

• Business planning
• Funding options consultation
• Growth strategy planning

Environmental Impact

• Kept over 20,000 single-use containers out of landfill in first year
• Planning to hire one more employee in 2023
• Expecting increased sales in summer 2023

Business Philosophy

Teton Lunch Counter combines sustainability, local sourcing, and quality cuisine to serve the outdoor tourism industry while minimizing environmental impact—proving that business success and environmental stewardship can go hand in hand.