The cafeteria provides healthy and nutritious cooked meals to our students, staff and faculty. A significant portion of the food consumed is grown and produced on the Institute’s farm. Meal plans are available for non-resident students, faculty and staff as well. Wherever possible, menus will be posted well in advance. Patrons are required to adhere to the Cafeteria Code of Conduct at all times, as disciplinary actions will be implemented. The CHEF is the authority in the cafeteria and should be respected at all times. Unless otherwise stated, the hours of operation for the cafeteria are as follows:
WEEKDAYS (MONDAY-FRIDAY)
| Breakfast: 7 am to 9 am | Lunch: 11 am to 3 pm | Dinner: 5 pm to 7 pm |
WEEKENDS (SATURDAY-SUNDAY) and HOLIDAYS/BREAK
| Brunch: 11 pm to 1 pm | Dinner: 4 pm to 6 pm |
When the scheduled meal times have passed, the cafeteria will be closed to the student body for cleaning and preparation. Therefore, be mindful of the times to avoid missing a meal!
Cafeteria Code of Conduct: Students and other patrons of the cafeteria should adhere to the BAMSI code of conduct. Below is an outline of the general procedure:
Dress Code: Strict dress code is enforced. No shoes, no shirts or pajamas, NO SERVICE!
Obey the hours of operation: Failure to obey the hours of operation will result in you missing your meal! The door will be locked after each meal period for cleaning and preparation for the next period. Do not knock on the door, or ask the staff to get your food. They are only obligated to do so during the scheduled times.
Meal Pass/Voucher Usage: Authorized Meal passes, one pass for all meals, are issued to residential students who have paid for their room and board fee in full. The student’s name is ticked off the register as they present their meal pass. Other students or patrons are given an authorized meal voucher for the meal period requested. The vouchers will have “Breakfast”, “Lunch” or “Dinner” clearly displayed along with the authorization and expiration date. These vouchers are one-time and must be given to the kitchen staff in order to receive food.
Meal Vouchers and Passes: This service system involves the creation, collection and issuance of meal pass/vouchers to all students, faculty and staff and visitors alike. Prices of meals vary for each group – resident, non-resident and visitor. All are required to present authorized meal vouchers/passes and photo identification upon the release of food. Meal plans are also available. To replace a meal voucher, a small cost is levied.
No Meal Voucher and ID No Service: In order to obtain your meal, you must show your student ID and your meal voucher. Kitchen staff are instructed not to serve anyone without them. Meal vouchers are distributed as a part of the room and board plan-once you have met your financial obligations, or for those nonresident students, vouchers can be purchased in advance from the Student Affairs Office. If you have forgotten either, you must seek permission from the Student Affairs Office.
One voucher one plate of food: The voucher for each meal period is good for one plate of food. In an effort to be fair to all students, kitchen staff are trained to be consistent with the portion sizes of the food. In other words, everyone will be given the same amounts. Therefore, students and patrons are not allowed to ask or badger kitchen staff for additional portions. Should you require an additional plate of food or part portion of food, you must purchase another voucher. Meal voucher prices are posted, and the latest prices can be obtained from Student Affairs.
Food is not to be taken out of the café: Failure to adhere to this rule will result in severe penalties. Do not ask for plastic wrap, paper, foil etc. it will not be given. Exercise proper time management so that you will be able to sit down and enjoy your meal. Other cafeteria items, such as plates, cups, utensils, etc. also should not be removed from the cafeteria. These items are to be placed in the trays when your meal is finished.
No pets, or personal unauthorized guests are allowed in the cafeteria. For obvious health and safety reasons this rule will be enforced.
Obey the posted signs: Do not enter rooms that are clearly marked “No unauthorized entry”. These include but are not limited to the kitchen, the Chef’s office, storage, etc. Failure to do so will result in you missing that meal! Continued violation will result in a ban from the cafeteria.
Courtesy and respect to others: Proper etiquette and manners are expected. Do not jump the line; there is enough food for everyone. Discourtesy to kitchen staff and others (for example, foul language, disrespect, loud music and loud vulgar conversations, intimidation and threats, etc.) are not tolerated and will result in you not receiving a meal. Depending on the severity of the offense additional sanctions and penalties will be activated.
Additional Cafeteria Usage: From time to time, the cafeteria may be used for meetings or other gatherings. Permission from the Student Affairs Office or Executive Director is required in advanced.