The mission of Culinary Services is to proactively ensure exceptional, customer focused services, proudly delivered by an engaged, dedicated team.
Culinary Services is committed to standing for Social Justice & Equity on the Ohio University campus. As a student employee of Culinary Services, you will be expected to adhere to the following core values.
Actively contributes as a staff member of a department and division that upholds the framework of equity and social justice. Encourage both employees and patrons to view themselves as having the potential to make meaningful contributions and to be engaged in their communities. Advocate for awareness, understanding and the diversity and inclusion of all people in Culinary Services, programs and communication while providing a commitment to work effectively with students, faculty, and staff from diverse backgrounds. Advocate for the educational and cultural benefits of providing diversity and inclusion in all areas of your position and department.
Ohio University Culinary Services is proud to be one of the largest self-operated college dining services in the nation; according to The National Association of College & University Food Services (NACUFS), we are one of the most efficiently-operated college dining services in the nation. Our goal is to provide the finest quality food and service at reasonable costs to our students and guests. Our meal plans offer flexibility, exceptional value, and convenience.
Ohio University Culinary Services is a proud member of Menus of Change and the American Culinary Federation.
Ohio University Dining Responsibilities Statement
Please be aware that all Ohio University culinary locations prepare items containing egg, fish, milk, peanuts, shellfish, soy, tree nuts, and wheat. If you have a food allergy or other individual dietary need, please ask for a manager to assist you.
Students with severe food allergies or whose individual dietary needs require accommodation such as special menu planning or special food preparation should consult our dietitian for additional information or support.
Ohio University Culinary Services makes every attempt to deliver up to date nutrition and food-allergen information, but cannot guarantee an item that we prepare to be allergen-free. The information found on our nutrition cards and on our website is obtained from the latest USDA Standard Reference database, our vendors, or by individual packaging and is accurate to the best of our knowledge. Our staff is taught the severity of food allergies and/or individual dietary needs and is shown ways to minimize the possibility of cross-contact within our locations.
Please be advised that there are instances when certain ingredients may be substituted on the actual day of preparation, commercial manufacturers may change their formulations without our knowledge or other factors may occur that are beyond our control. Additionally, there is always a possibility for cross-contact to occur. Due to these conditions, Ohio University Culinary Services cannot guarantee that any item prepared in our kitchen is free of a certain ingredient or allergen. Individuals with food-related dietary concerns should be aware of this risk and understand that Ohio University Culinary Services will not assume any liability for adverse reactions to foods consumed, or items with which one may come into contact while eating at any Ohio University Culinary Services location.
Want to Learn More about Culinary Services?
Please contact our office at 740.593.2970 or dining@ohio.edu .
In the News...
June 2024 - Campus Dining Today - Business Administration at Ohio University Culinary Services
October 2023 - Campus Dining Today - Addressing Allergens & Special Diets
October 2023 - Food Management Magazine Podcast "Trick or Treats"
May 2023 - Mrs. T's Pierogi Recipe Contest Winner
April 2023 - Food Management Magazine Allergy Safe Dining Feature
October 2022 - Life is Sweet Grand Opening - The Post
Did You Know?
- Culinary Services receives no state or federal tax revenue. We are self-supporting and generate revenue for Ohio University.
- Jefferson Marketplace won the 2019 Design of the Year award given by Foodservice Equipment & Supplies magazine
- Culinary Services certifies all managers and lead cooks in safe food handling and has a HACCP program in place.
- Culinary Services is the largest employer of students on campus employing over 1,700 student workers.
- Culinary Services has nationally-recognized student leader and internship programs in place, which offer students the opportunity to gain management experience and earn class credit. Currently there are over 255 student leaders who work in our Dining Courts, Catering, Cafes, and Campus Markets.
- Culinary Services uses trans-fat free oil for deep-frying.
- Plant-Forward Meals are available at all venues at the Athens Campus.
- Members of the Culinary Services team have earned the FMP (foodservice management professional) designation, which is the highest credential awarded by the National Restaurant Association.
- Culinary Services serves approximately 2.4 million meals per year.
- Both Dining Courts feature Indoor Gardens for both use in the venues and donations to the Cats Cupboard with each harvest.