Welcome to Zag Dining Nutrition!
Sodexo is a quality of life company that is dedicated to addressing nutrition education across all areas of our business in a manner that fully aligns with the goals of Gonzaga University. To Sodexo, nutrition education plays a huge role in creating a positive food culture that goes beyond individual nutrition counseling and presentations. Nutrition education also includes staff training, menu development, diverse food offerings that appeal to different food cultures, and sustainability efforts. To ensure that nutrition education efforts continue to be, we have an on-site Registered Dietitian and Nutrition & Well-Being Manager to help guide these initiatives. If you have a food allergy or special dietary concern, we want to meet one-on-one to ensure that your dining experience is safe, delicious, and social. Please contact Hayden Thrasher at hayden.thrasher@sodexo.com
Individual Nutrition Counseling
I am available as a free resource for dietary and individual nutrition counseling needs. Students seek these services for a variety of reasons including:
- Managing food allergies, celiac disease and diabetes
- Intuitive Eating/Mindful Eating Support
- Disordered Eating Patterns
- Vegan and Vegetarian nutrition
Menu Development, Stations and Labeling
Menu planning is considerate of nutrition factors, dietary needs and preferences. This includes ongoing training for Vegan, Simple Servings and My Zone platforms. The "Big-8" allergens information will continue to be available and displayed at residential dining stations.
Food Allergies and Preferences
From general manager to front line servers, we work diligently to address students specific needs, especially those with food allergies, Celiac disease, or other special dietary needs. Our menu system provides ingredient statements specifically highlighting the Big Eight allergens: milk, eggs, shellfish, tree nuts, peanuts, wheat, and soy. Guests ma check on the presence of allergens prior to planning their meals by using the online menu found in the Bite App. The absence of an allergen listed on posted or electronic product signage is not a guarantee that the product is free of that allergen. The guest is responsible for communicating their allergy to a supervisor or manager to ensure safety.