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Services

As a trusted partner for public and charter schools, we’ve got the essentials down – no question:

  • Real expertise in student nutrition and wellness
  • Full compliance in USDA meal patterns for NSLP, SBP, and more
  • Empowered, well-trained team members who care
  • Menus that keep students happy and meal participation high
  • Accessible, fast service options for every time of the school day
  • Flexible, cost-saving solutions all year long
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FRESH MENUS, FUN FOOD

Creating food experiences that fit the daily lives of our school communities. 

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Our creative chefs and nutrition experts do their homework, using data and insights to design school meals with how kids eat in mind. 

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From local sourcing to global flavors, and scratch-made menus to convenient solutions, every meal is crafted with real ingredients and regional flair.

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Beyond the typical cafeteria, we bring the best of café
culture to school. Mobile carts, coffee options, retail
spaces, and even food trucks offer dynamic solutions
that support today’s high school lifestyle.

CONNECTION

Cultivating engaging environments where students succeed, and partnership extends beyond meal service.

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Elior dining teams are part of your school community. They know students by name, show up with a smile, and go above and beyond every single day. From your kitchen crew to our leadership team, we’re all in – every meal, every moment.

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Menus are flexible, inclusive, and always evolving to meet student tastes and dietary needs. From halal, vegan, and vegetarian choices to allergen-free options, we make sure every student feels seen, supported, and excited to eat.

seed packets of strawberries and peas for seed to table programs

Healthy food should be fun to eat. Led by wellness and nutrition experts, our nutrition education programs are designed to inspire kids to want to eat well. They spark curiosity, teach real-life culinary skills, and build a lifelong love of wholesome, delicious food.

INNOVATION

Modern school dining experiences that meet students, parents, and administrators where they are and where they want to be.

digital menus

Digital menus put school menus in the palm of your hand and help navigate allergens and other dietary preferences with ease.

a modern k-12 dining experience

Dynamic café spaces are custom designed to reflect each school’s personality, becoming a place where students want to be. Think of it as a bright, welcoming extension of the classroom – where good food meets good vibes.

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Kitchen and management technology helps you see the full picture, offering smarter reporting and tools that support sustainability and efficiency across your dining program.

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