Dining Services Committee Vendor Selection - Bon Appétit

For the past two months, the Dining Services Committee has undertaken the task of selecting a dining vendor to take over Sonia's Cafe. After many hours of review and deliberation, we are proud to announce that Bon Appétit Management Company has been recommended and selected by Dean Gold as the new vendor. It was a fortunate, but difficult dilemma as both Bon Appétit and Culinart offered attractive proposals.

The Committee felt that Bon Appétit's "Food First" philosophy and commitment to sustainable food service practices were consistent with the practices and beliefs of our School. Most importantly, Bon Appétit's food was delicious.

One of the critical considerations while undergoing this review process was the status of the existing Sonia's employees. Bon Appétit has offered to hire all current Sonia's employees if they wish to work with the new company and after they complete a standard background check.

Bon Appétit will begin the transition of taking over Sonia's during Winter Break and begin service on January 4, 2010. Two Town Hall sessions will be scheduled early next semester to answer any questions that students and faculty may have about the selection process.

On behalf of the Dining Services Committee, please join me in welcoming Bon Appétit to the Loyola Law School community.

Regards,
Tony Lai
ESBA Secretary
Dining Services Committee Evening Student Representative