Zeeland, MI, December, 2021 — Creative Dining Services, a Michigan-based hospitality management company, recently made holiday monetary donations on behalf of their employees and clients to 18 regional U.S. food banks, in communities that host their operations....
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The Importance of Authentic Cultural Cooking
We often say that food helps bring people together. The right dish prepared in the correct way can transport us to a different place, and in this case, it can help mentally transport us back home. After spending 20 years working on college dining, Creative Dining...
5 Ways Universities Can Attract & Retain Students with Food
Gen Z, the first generation entirely born after the advent of the internet, is officially entering college, graduating, and making their way into the workforce. When deciding where to attend college, much of their vetting process happens online, where they can...
Creative Dining Services Receives the West Michigan Triple Bottom Line Leadership Award
September 30, 2021 — The West Michigan Sustainable Business Forum awarded Creative Dining Services the 2021 West Michigan Triple Bottom Line Leadership Award. This award recognizes a local organization that models triple-bottom line commitment, embracing business...
3 Keys to Employee Satisfaction, from an Employee
As we all try to navigate the strain of the labor shortage, we go back to our roots for answers — our food service team members. When the average person changes careers between 5-7 times in their lifetime, it is refreshing to hear stories of employees pursuing their...
Our Recipe for Predicting Changes in Food Trends
Food trends are, like many things, difficult to predict with any real accuracy, but there is some method to the madness. Looking at the evolution of the culinary industry over the last several decades, it’s clear that certain individuals or organizations continue to...
Jane Newton Gives Everyone a Seat at the Table
Jane Newton joined the Creative Dining Services team two years ago with a heart and mission to serve. She cultivates a work environment where each team member can thrive and be valued for their unique gifts. Her commitment enables us to deliver authentic hospitality,...
Susan Golder Makes Marketing Moves at Creative Dining
In 2018, Susan Golder brought her career experience in sales and marketing to the West Michigan-based hospitality company Creative Dining Services as Director of Marketing. And today, the company applauds and anticipates her promotion to Associate Vice President of...
More Restaurant, Less Rest Home
Adult living (or senior living, assisted living, whichever you prefer to call your industry) is moving at a breakneck pace from healthcare to true hospitality. Not just a trendy pivot or a “nice to have,” luxurious and modern amenities are essential to staying...