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Food allergy accommodations in college dining

Students with food allergies need dining options they can trust. Our dedicated allergen friendly programs, highly trained teams and thoughtful processes provide safe, inclusive food allergy accommodations that empower students to dine on campus with confidence.

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  • youth under 18 have a food allergy

  • children have a food allergy

  • are severe or life-threatening

  • teens practice food avoidance

Allergen friendly programs support student safety

Food allergy management on campus can be overwhelming for college students. Sodexo's dedicated prep stations, detailed menus, allergy-trained teams and cross-contamination prevention protocols support students every day with meals they can trust.

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Simple Servings: Dedicated dining for students with complex food allergies

Food that’s free from eight of the nine most common allergens: milk, eggs, wheat, soy, shellfish, peanuts, tree nuts and sesame. With dedicated equipment to prevent cross-contamination, gluten-free options, certified allergen-free ingredients and trained staff, students can dine with confidence. 

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Simply 3: More choices in allergen-friendly dining

A destination station focused on three of the most commonly avoided allergens: milk, nuts and gluten. Whether they’re craving a safe spin on a craveable classic or a fresh salad, Simply 3 provides students with food allergies an inclusive dining experience without sacrificing flavor or satisfaction. 

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Simple Zone: Flexible and customizable allergen-friendly options

Simple Zone gives students more control with a self-serve pantry featuring gluten-free, nut-free and dairy-free options. With customizable ingredients, dedicated appliances and grab-and-go convenience, students can trust they are safe to dine their way.

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    Allergen protocols for safer dining experiences

    Dedicated safety procedures, routine quality checks and unwavering operational standards create consistent food allergy management and safer meal preparation across campus dining spaces.

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    Food allergen trained and certified staff

    Dining teams receive specialized training and certification to strengthen allergen awareness, safe food handling practices and procedures that help reduce the risk of cross-contamination.

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    Ingredient transparency and cross-contamination prevention

    Detailed menu labeling and dedicated allergen-free preparation practices support cross-contact prevention and cultivate inclusive and informed dining experiences for students with food allergies on campus.

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    Safe, reliable programs with ongoing expert guidance

    Registered dietitians, chefs and industry partners develop and continually support allergy-friendly student dining solutions through audits and ongoing improvements that reinforce student safety and trust.

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