Centenary University
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Hackettstown
NJ
Dining Services
Made-to-order items
Made-to-order items
[Yes, for all stations]
How are ingredients available?
Table: Ingredient Info Availability
Top 8 allergens, online database
[Yes]
Full ingredients, online database
[No]
Top 8 allergens, a list is posted in the dining hall
[Yes]
Full ingredients, a list is posted in the dining hall
[No]
Top 8 allergens, available on request in the dining hall
[Yes]
Full ingredients, available on request in the dining hall
[Yes]
Top 8 Allergens
Full Ingredients
Additional Information
Allergen and nutrition information can be accessed:
1) at point of service
2) on the dining services website: Homepage (sodexomyway.com)
3) on the Bite by Sodexo Universities menu app available through the Apple Store or Google Play. Once downloaded, search Centenary University (not College).
1. We provide access to ingredient information for made-to-order* items.
*Made-to-order - Meals that are prepared on request and to your specification in the dining hall. Examples include a sandwich station, omelet station, burrito station, etc.
Self-Serve Items
Self-Serve Items
[Yes, for all stations]
How are ingredients available?
Table: Ingredient Info Availability
Top 8 allergens, online database
[Yes]
Full ingredients, online database
[No]
Top 8 allergens, a list is posted in the dining hall
[Yes]
Full ingredients, a list is posted in the dining hall
[No]
Top 8 allergens, available on request in the dining hall
[Yes]
Full ingredients, available on request in the dining hall
[Yes]
Top 8 Allergens
Full Ingredients
Additional Information
Students can ask for full ingredients and recipes.
2. We provide access to ingredient information for self-serve* items.
*Self-serve - Meals that are served buffet-style in a dining hall. These are typically high risk for cross-contact and are best avoided by diners with food allergies.
Made-To-Order Areas
Made-to-order areas
[Yes, in all stations]
Additional information
All staff is trained in minimizing cross-contact in made to order areas including changing of gloves, washing hands, using barriers, and retrieving ingredients from untouched back-up supplies.
3. We have procedures in place to lower the risk of cross-contact in made-to-order areas.
Self-Serve Areas
Self-Serve Areas
[Yes, in all areas]
Additional Information
Students can request that a salad be made for them from untouched back up supplies. Precautions to minimize cross-contact are in place.
4. We have procedures in place to lower the risk of cross-contact in self-serve areas.
Pre-Order Meals
Do students have access to pre-order meals free from their allergens?
[Yes]
Additional information
Before custom orders can be placed, students must reach out to the Disability Services Office and Campus Dietitian to determine their accommodation needs.
5. We have pre-order meals* available.
*Pre-order meals - Custom meals that can be ordered in advance by a diner so they are ready for pick up at a specific time. Typically these can be ordered online or by phone/text.
Allergy-Friendly Station
Do students have access to an allergy-friendly station(s) that is free from specific allergens?
[Yes]
What is the station free from?
Peanut
Tree nut
Shellfish
Eggs
Wheat
Soy
Milk
Gluten
Additional Information
We will work to remove menu items that contain sesame in the forthcoming year. However, we cannot control food manufacturers or suppliers as they will not need to be compliant in their labeling until Jan. 2023.
6. We have an allergy-friendly station*.
*Allergy-friendly station - A food station where specific ingredients are banned, typically including many or all items in the Top 8 allergens and gluten.
Dining Services Staff Member Trained?
Dining services staff trained?
[Yes, all staff]
How often?
At least once a year
Twice a year training, as well as "allergy moments" training weekly
Which course(s) are used?
AllerTrain courses by MenuTrinfo
We developed our own food allergy training.
TOPS Food Safety Fundamentals - Part IV: Food Allergens
Additional information
We also use the AllerStar program from Menutrinfo and internal Sodexo food allergen huddle topics for on going training.
7. We train dining services staff members.
Registered Dietitian on Staff?
Do you have a registered dietitian on staff?
[Yes]
8. We have a registered dietitian* on staff.
*Registered dietitian - Registered dietitians are food and nutrition experts who are often tasked with helping students with food allergies navigate the dining halls.
Campus Life & Disabilities
RAs Trained
RA’s trained
[Yes]
What training?
University-developed training
Training from Dining Services about operations
What topics are covered?
- Emergency response
- Dining options
- Monthly dietitian trainings
- Key Dining personnel
9. We train our RA's.
Inclusive Resident Life Programs Including Food
Inclusive resident life programs involving food?
[Not answered]
How can students access safe foods for resident life programs?
Students should speak with their RA, RD, and Student Life to discuss safe food options for events
10. We have inclusive resident life programs* including food.
*Inclusive resident life programs - Programs in the resident halls often include food. Inclusive resident life programs will offer students with food allergies the opportunity to request safe food alternatives for events they attend in the dorms.
Accommodations for Roommate Assignments
ROLLUP - Accommodations for roommate assignments
[Not answered]
How does the school provide accommodations?
Trying to match students with food allergies for room assignments upon request
Facilitating roommate agreements involving food allergies upon request
Working with students to change roommate assignments if it becomes necessary
Does the housing office process requests?
No, another office on campus processes these requests (please specify)
Disabilities Services Office
Where can students get more information?
Matthew Lavery
908-852-1400 ext. 2402
11. We offer accommodations for roommate assignments.
*Every accommodation request is evaluated on a case-by-case basis. A housing accommodation cannot be guaranteed prior to an individual evaluation.
Disability Services Office Processes Food Allergy and Celiac Disease Accommodation Requests
Disability services office processes food allergy and celiac disease accommodation requests
[Yes]
Other departments a student should contact?
- Health Services for medical requests
- Dining Services for food preferences and questions
- Residence Life for housing requests
How can students submit an accommodations request?
Reach out to the Disabilities Services Office by phone or email.
12. Our disability office processes food allergy and celiac disease accommodation requests.
Health Services
What health services are offered?
Prescriptions for epinephrine
Seasonal allergy shots
A patient brings Health Services the instructions and serums from their Allergist. They administer the serum according to directions. This is for desensitization of any allergens (not just seasonal).
See what health services we offer >
Emergency Response
Stock, Undesignated Epinephrine Available for Emergency Response
Stock, undesignated epinephrine for emergencies
[No]
Exceptions?
Athletics will carry a supply of EpiPens if the athletes with the allergy give them an extra pen. Additionally they are trained to administer them in an emergency.
Additional information
While we don't have stock, undesignated epinephrine at this time, we are looking into the viability of having it.
13. We have stock, undesignated epinephrine* available for emergency response.
*Stock, undesignated epinephrine - Epinephrine that is prescribed to a college or university rather than to a particular student. This epinephrine is kept on hand to use for any student that experiences anaphylaxis.
Campus Emergency Responders Carry Epinephrine
Campus emergency responders carry epinephrine
[Yes]
Who are the emergency responders?
City emergency responders
County emergency responders
14. Our campus emergency responders carry epinephrine.
Emergency Response Policy
What does the policy allow for?
Staff is trained to recognize anaphylaxis and call emergency responders
Additional Information
- Dining Services team has been trained to recognize anaphylaxis and call emergency responders
- The Health Center has been trained to recognize anaphylaxis, call emergency responders, and administer epinephrine
See what our emergency response policy allows for >
Contact Info
Dining Services Staff Contact
Susan Hurd
(908) 852-1400
Disability Staff Contact