Creative Dining Services

02/26/2025

Congratulations to Jason Stevenson for being named our Creative Dining Chef of the Year! In his role as the Executive Chef at The College of Wooster, Jason has demonstrated the highest standard of culinary skills while giving back to the profession through the development of others. One could say his innovative culinary repertoire truly takes the (golden) cake! 🍰🏆 Dine At Wooster



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02/19/2025

Fuel your day the delicious way! 🤩 Introducing the vibrant flavors of Korea with our mouthwatering Bibimbap bowls! 🍚 Packed with seasoned veggies, your choice of protein, and a flavorful sauce, this customizable warm rice bowl is a student favorite for a reason. Pick your favorite ingredients and build a healthy, hearty bowl just for you. It's the perfect way to get a healthy and satisfying meal on campus. Dine At IUSB

02/12/2025

🏈 This past Super Bowl weekend, we went beyond the usual game-day spreads and scored big with our diners. Our locations celebrated with a delicious spread of regional favorites. But the real MVP...the potato rings. These crispy rings showcased a new way to enjoy potatoes, and we served them up with savory sauces for dipping, as well as piled high with cheese, crispy bacon bits, fresh green onions, and a dollop of sour cream for a hearty appetizer. What were your favorite game-day eats? 🏈 McCain Foods USA

02/06/2025

After showcasing Bonici Pizza Dough in flatbread creations last week, 🍕 We're Flatbread Fanatics! 🍕 We whipped up some seriously delicious flatbread creations like Chicken Bacon Ranch, Meatball and Goat Cheese, and Spinach and Artichoke at our locations, and diners loved it! This was a delicious alternative to traditional pizza, with big flavor packed into every bite.

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02/04/2025

Did you know that the food you eat plays a huge role in keeping your heart strong? 💪 February is Heart Health Month, and we’re serving up heart-healthy meals packed with fresh veggies, whole grains, lean proteins, and healthy fats. 🫀🥑

Join us in enjoying delicious, heart-smart menu options during the month of February. Let’s show our hearts some love, one bite at a time! 🍏❤️‍🩹

01/29/2025

How does your dining program stack up to others? Low participation rates can signal issues with your dining program. Whether it's a university dining center or a corporate cafe, our participation rate calculator can help you benchmark performance, identify areas for improvement, and create a dining experience that keeps people coming back for more. Click below to learn more.

Participation isn't always the metric organizations look at when determining if their dining program is "successful." Let's talk about it!

01/24/2025

According to the National Restaurant Association, only 33.3% of cooks and 19.1% of chefs in 2024 were female. That’s why we want to take a moment to spotlight some of the incredible women who head up our kitchens. Not only can they take the heat, they BRING the heat to everything they do! We’re proud to have so many female leaders in our kitchens. 🔥🔥🔥

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01/09/2025

Meet Line Cook Cris,

As a cook, Cris embodies what it means to thrive in a fast-paced, community-driven environment, effortlessly blending focus, discipline, and culinary excellence. Since joining us in September of 2022, his unwavering passion for food and extraordinary ability to create a welcoming atmosphere have set our culinary team at Davenport University on a path to success for years to come.

Just when you thought he couldn't get any better, here are some fun facts about Cris.

1. His favorite parts of the job are the creative freedom to bring the flavor in the kitchen and serving delicious beautiful meals.
2. In his free time, he enjoys sharing his cultural music with coworkers, especially Salsa, Merengue, Bachata, and Reggae.
3. His favorite cuisine is a Puerto Rican staple— Mofongo, especially with Chicharrón and Chicken.
4. One thing that he would like to share with everyone is that family is very important to him and they spend a lot of time together cooking and enjoying meals.

We truly appreciate all you do, Cris, and are grateful to have you as part of our family!

01/01/2025

Looking back at the shared moments, cherished memories, and amazing people of 2024 inspires us with anticipation for the possibilities that 2025 will bring.

Happy New Year!

12/30/2024

The decision to renovate a dining facility isn’t one taken lightly. It's a momentous decision that holds the potential to transform a dining experience. Whether the ambiance is uninviting or the layout fails to accommodate a diverse menu, thoughtful planning can pave the way for a vibrant space where diners can truly relax and savor their meals.

In a recent conversation with Dave Seweryn, our Associate Vice President of Operations, we explored the common and costly mistakes people often make during renovation projects and how to steer clear of them. By focusing on enhancing the dining experience, engaging hospitality partners from the start, and actively seeking diner feedback, you can turn potential pitfalls into incredible opportunities to foster a strong sense of community within our organization.

Click the link below to learn more about Dave Seweryn's expert insights on avoiding mistakes in dining facility renovations and inspiring a brighter dining experience.

The decision to renovate a dining facility isn’t one taken lightly, and it usually takes a lot for an organization to finally take the plunge. In general, the current facility must have pretty substantial limitations that prevent it from meeting diner needs. Maybe the ambiance doesn’t entice din...

12/25/2024

This holiday season, let us treasure what is truly important in all of our lives— the love of family, the warmth of friends, and the cherished bonds we hold dear.

Stay warm, stay safe, and have a happy holiday from our family to yours.

12/19/2024

Today, we are grateful for the opportunity to make a positive impact on the lives of others and so proud to support Feeding America and World Central Kitchen through our donations, both nationally and globally, as they work to mitigate hunger and food insecurity.

A heartfelt thank you goes to Feeding America and World Central Kitchen. Your commitment to ensuring that everyone has access to nutritious food is both generous and compassionate, and we sincerely appreciate all of your efforts!

12/16/2024

Join our dynamic team at Creative Dining Services! We actively foster an environment for our employees that facilitates collaboration, career growth, and yes –creativity.

Click the link below to search our open positions and find your career with Creative Dining.


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12/05/2024

As a company, we understand the importance of being transparent, flexible, and collaborative. Our goal is to become more than just a foodservice provider; we strive to be a partner who is committed to actively investing in the success of our dining programs and it starts with greater oversight.

Watch our corporate video below and learn more about what sets us apart when choosing your dining service provider.

11/27/2024

Meet Line Cook Dewayne,

As a Cook, Dewayne has expertly utilized his attention to detail and passion for cooking to create flavorful dishes since joining us in March of 2021 with our dining team in Dublin, Ohio. His commitment to maintaining food safety and sanitation standards, while crafting delicious meals, is matched only by his big smile and warm personality.

Want to get to know Dewayne a little better? Here are some fun facts he would like to share:

1. His favorite part of the job is creating beautiful dishes.
2. In his free time, he enjoys fishing, camping, and hiking.
3. His favorite food is Southern cuisine.
4. One thing that he would like to share that no one knows, is that he’s a proud Scorpio.

We love seeing your smile and truly appreciate all you do, Dewayne!

11/22/2024

Yesterday, our Corporate Executive Chef Nathaniel Malone, PCIII and his talented team of up-and-coming culinarians presented an extraordinary menu showcasing their creativity and culinary excellence. From the Cured Salmon, Nori, Roe, with Buttermilk and Chive Oil to the Spiced Pudding with Honeycomb Ice Cream with Sticky Toffee Bourbon Sauce and everything in between, his nine-course menu featured entrées that were as delicious as they were beautiful.

"One of my passions in life is exploring my creativity with wild foods and a blank canvas to develop flavors and textures that result in truly memorable dishes."
— Executive Chef Nathaniel Malone

Special thanks to our culinary team and front-of-house staff for making yesterday's event one to remember.

11/19/2024

As a foodservice provider, bringing excitement to our campus dining communities oftentimes means introducing a new fresh, and exciting option. This fall, our dining team at Grand Rapids Community College has done just that and launched their new Taqueria!

Their new Taqueria menu features a variety of delicious choices, including burritos, burrito bowls, tacos, and taco salads, all designed to enrich the dining experience for our diners.

A special thanks to our dining team at GRCC Dining Services for their ongoing commitment to adding value to our customers' dining experience.

11/13/2024

Today, we are both thankful and blessed to be in a position to make a difference in the lives of others while mitigating hunger and food insecurities in the communities we serve.

We are so proud to announce that our team at the University of Saint Francis - Fort Wayne, IN came in 1st place during the Community Harvest Food Bank's annual, U Can Crush Hunger Competition with 22,359 pounds of total donated food; but most importantly they were able to help communities in need.

These donations will provide meals to students and their families dealing with food insecurities throughout Northeast Indiana.

Special thanks to the University of Saint Francis - Fort Wayne, IN Cougars and University of Saint Francis Dining for continually doing the work within our communities, we truly appreciate and value everything you've done and continue to do!

Thank you Cougars for crushing U Can Crush Hunger! 🥫🐾 Saint Francis earned back the first-place title! 🥇 With your help we raised 22,359 pounds of food for Community Harvest Food Bank - Fort Wayne. 💙