Do your students have the skills and ability to interact with and understand people from different cultures? Are they equipped to work in diverse environments? More and more college campuses are focusing their efforts toward introducing students to a range of skills,...
Remember those stereotypical school lunches? Mystery meat, soggy vegetables, and a carton of milk ruled the cafeteria. Thankfully, those days are fading fast, especially in forward-thinking independent schools. It's no longer just about filling bellies; it's about...
With all the data that is readily available and varying success metrics, determining whether a food service program is on par with other programs can feel elusive. What’s your average check? Food cost percentages? Labor model? Many of our clients beg the question,...
Food is a core part of building community, as Covenant College has discovered through the school’s partnership with Creative Dining Services. Hear from Dr. Brad Voyles, President of Covenant College, about how Creative Dining helped bring students and faculty together...
The dining hall often serves as a common meeting place for students and faculty across campus, but the right dining service provider can truly make it a community space. Learn more about how Creative Dining Services helped Rebekah Starkenburg foster a...
You've probably heard the saying, “If you want it done right, do it yourself.” Colleges and universities that want to operate their own dining program often seek to control costs and maintain high standards, but does that really happen? We recently interviewed...
The threat is real. Declining enrollments, especially in four-year private colleges, are placing a notable strain on financial health and stability. Some of them are Division 3 schools with fewer than 5,000 undergraduates. With little, if any, state funding, they are...
Who knew one of the best ways to recognize employees can be with food, especially when you know their favorite items! Your employees feel seen, and—better yet—known. Cupcakes with their favorite sports team colors, a breakfast surprise with a pain au chocolat that...
In February 2024, Nathaniel Malone, Creative Dining’s Corporate Executive Chef, traveled to Mumbai to unravel the secrets of Indian street food. His goal was to honor its rich heritage and gain inspiration for a new Global Bowls concept. “As the culinary lead for...