Events with Food

Recognized Student Organizations must use the University of Dayton’s Catering Services if they are to have food or beverages served at events in Kennedy Union or on the Central Mall.

• No food or drinks are allowed in the Boll Theatre, Chudd Auditorium, or O’Leary Auditorium.
• Groups bringing food into the Adele Center are responsible for cleaning up and emptying their trash into the dumpster.

 

We are excited to partner with your student organization and want to help you make the most of your budget! Catering can support food needs of events at any campus location.  To take advantage of our special packages and Early Order Discounts, please finalize your menu selections within the following timeframes:

• 10 Business Days in Advance: Meals, Receptions, and Large Deliveries
• 5 Business Days in Advance: Pickups, Breaks, Bag Lunches, and Small Deliveries

Getting your orders in early gives our team the time we need to perfectly prepare for your event. It also helps us guarantee that we have the kitchen space, staff, and delivery vehicles available for your date. Because we want to give every student event the high-quality food and service it deserves, our calendar can fill up quickly, so reach out early! We would love to hear about what you are planning. Whether you know exactly what you want or need some creative ideas, please reach out to Catering Services at 937-229-2216. We look forward to working with you!

The University has partnered with America to Go (through Runway) to facilitate catering from local restaurants.   Organizations should use America to Go when seeking catering outside the University in approved locations.

Recognized Student Organizations may host bake sales on campus for organization fundraising or for philanthropy fundraising. It is critically important when providing/selling food that you list all ingredients in items. Many people have life-threatening food allergies, so when in doubt, do not indicate that the food is “safe” for them. If hosting a bake sale, require all providers to list each and every ingredient. If you are purchasing food items, request a list of ingredients that you can display. Never guess about the ingredients if you don’t know them - be honest, and indicate that you don’t have a complete list of ingredients so that the person selecting an item can avoid anything that could cause a reaction.  Organizations must follow all guidelines provided by the USDA in relation to food safety, including handwashing, preparation and storage, safe temperatures, and packaging.

 

The University hosts food trucks on campus a few times each year. For more information, contact the Center for Student Involvement. The usage and partnerships with local food trucks is allowed on campus but the following must be followed:

• Food trucks must be hosted by a recognized student organization, and the event must be registered in 1850.
• Food trucks must be on public roads and must be legally parked or part of a campus event in partnership with UD Procurement.
• Food trucks cannot use any University utilities and cannot plug into the electrical outlets.
• Vendors must have adequate licenses and documentation from Public Health for Dayton and Montgomery County.