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CAU Dining Services

Dining Services

Crogman Campus Eatery is an All-You-Care-To-Eat dining facility, located on the lower level of the Bishop Cornelius Henderson Student Center. We feature a wide variety of fresh food designed to satisfy everyone’s appetite with food choices to rival your favorite restaurants:

  • Fresh fruit and salads
  • Delicious, hot, home-style entrées
  • Freshly baked pizza and pasta
  • Freshly made desserts
  • Made to order deli choices
  • New creations by our chef just for you
  • Homemade soups
  • And you can enjoy “all you care to eat”!

Retail: Open Fall and Spring Terms Only.

Wicked Wings & More located on the first floor of The Bishop Cornelius Henderson Student Center and try our “wicked” wing options available in a variety of flavors, tenders, burgers, and desserts. 

Panther Smoothie Shoppe delivers premium hand-spun milk-shakes, hand dipped ice cream and top shelf soft serve!

Jazzman’s Coffee Cafe –  freshly-brewed coffee and espressos, tea beverages, a variety of freshly baked items, and simply to go options.

During the Fall and Spring academic terms, Food Trucks are available Monday through Friday. Food trucks are located on the Promenade in front of Carl & Mary Ware.

For more information on meal plans, menus and more, Visit the Sodexo Homepage Here!

Dial In Menu – Dial 404-880-8059 and select option 2

CAU CATERING-HOW TO CONTACT FLAVOURS BY SODEXO

When you have a catered event in mind, please contact us as soon as your event space is confirmed.  Even if you are not yet sure of such details as the exact event date, event location and number of guests attending, it is a good idea to contact us as early in the process as possible.

Most catering arrangements through Flavours by Sodexo can be made by phone, email or online.  It’s easy to contact Flavours by Sodexo about your catering needs. Here are the options: Call the office at (404) 880-6989 web address: https://caucatering.catertrax.com/

Visit Our Office: Visit Our Office: You may visit us in person in the Dining Hall. Our office hours are Monday through Friday, 8 A.M. to 5 P.M.

Please be aware that we are closed on weekends and most holidays.

For more information on meal plans, menus and more, Visit the Sodexo Homepage Here! 

Hours of Service

CAU Catering

Welcome to CAU (Clark Atlanta University) Catering

Our team of catering professionals are available to assist you with planning every aspect of your event. Should you desire a customized menu for your event, we will be happy to meet with you to create a unique menu.

Please contact us to make an appointment to create your perfect event.

Email: catering@cau.edu
Office Phone Number: (404) 880-6989

Sincerely,

Your Sodexo Catering Team,

Bobbie Williams
Catering Manager
(404) 807-1909


Andre Burgess
General Manager
(404) 880-6440

Catering Website

PLANNING YOUR EVENT

Flavours by Sodexo, Sodexo Catering, offers exceptional culinary skills and extensive capabilities to satisfy a wide range of catering needs. We are passionate about food and dedicated to making sure things are as perfect as possible for your special occasion! Please use this guide to understand processes, procedures, and deadline expectations as we work together to achieve a smoothly executed and memorable catered event. Our experienced catering specialists are very consultative and will be happy to answer all our questions and concerns.  We look forward to serving you!

HOW TO CONTACT FLAVOURS BY SODEXO

When you have a catered event in mind, please contact us as soon as your event space is confirmed.  Even if you are not yet sure of such details as the exact event date, event location and number of guests attending, it is a good idea to contact us as early in the process as possible. Most catering arrangements through Flavours by Sodexo can be made by phone, email or online.  It’s easy to contact Flavours by Sodexo about your catering needs. Here are the options: Call the office at (404) 880-6989 web address: https://caucatering.catertrax.com/

Visit Our Office: You may visit us in person on the Promenade in Trailer #1. Our office hours are Monday through Friday, 8 A.M. to 5 P.M. Please be aware that we are closed on weekends and most holidays.

If any catering correspondence occurs after 5:00 p.m., We will promptly respond the next business day.

Email: catering@cau.edu
Office Phone Number: (404) 880-6989

Event Services

EVENT MINIMUMS

There will be a $200 minimum for events planned Mon-Fri. A $500 minimum is required for all coffee breaks, refreshment breaks, and boxed lunches provided on the weekends. A $500 minimum is required for receptions and meals planned during the weekends. No events will be scheduled during holiday breaks.

EVENT LOCATION RESERVATION

You must arrange to secure a location for your event with University Meeting & Events. Space should be confirmed prior to placing your event ordered.  The space request form can be found at https://www.cau.edu/campus-services/University-Meeting-and-Events/External-Meetings-and-Event-Request%20Form.html.  A 3-week notice is needed for most event reservations.

EVENT TABLES, CHAIRS & OTHER EQUIPMENT

University Meetings and Events must arrange to secure tables, chairs, and other equipment you may need for your event.

EVENT CONFIRMATIONS & GUARANTEES

No less than 7 business days from the scheduled catered event, you must confirm your Banquet Event Order. You will also be asked to provide us with a “final” number of guests that will attend your event (guaranteed number); the “estimated” number will be used if you do not know the “final “number. The Event Order will outline the terms of your agreement with our Catering Office and includes all catering details and requirements, including time, date, location, menu selections, number of attendees, catering professional services, catering equipment, and staffing.

If your catering order is placed less than 7 business days in advance and we can book your event, a $50.00 surcharge will apply. This surcharge is necessary due to the additional cost of planning for last-minute events. Menu options will be limited and based on availability. Again, there is no guarantee that Sodexo Catering Department can service a function without a 7-business day notice.

CATERING EQUIPMENT

University Meetings and Events will submit a work order for the equipment that is needed for the service of your catered event. The cost to replace any missing or damaged catering equipment or supplies will be charged to your account. For very large events, specialty equipment may need to be rented at an additional charge.

CHINA CHARGES

We provide high quality plastic products unless otherwise requested. We offer China service for any event at an additional charge.

Full Meal Service and Silverware -$4.00 per guest
Coffee or Beverage China Service – $4.00 per guest
Full Bar Glass Service – $4.00 per guest
Reception China and Silverware – $4.00 per guest

FLORAL CHARGES

We will be happy to order, receive, and handle floral arrangements for you. For decorative requests, an additional fee will be determined in accordance with your specific needs. 10 business day lead time is required.

LINENS

At CAU, all tables must be covered with linens for the duration of your meeting or event.  This includes all registration and miscellaneous tables in your event spaces.  Sodexo can provide linens for a charge per day as well assist you with specialty linens.  Linen orders must be placed at least 10 business days in advance with Sodexo.  This cost should be considered as part of your budget for the event and included in the purchase order request for internal events.  Sodexo does not keep an inventory of linens in house; therefore, last minute requests can rarely be accommodated.

Linen will be placed on guest tables for receptions, breaks, meeting tables and boxed lunches, there will be a $15.00 charge for each tablecloth. Floor length tablecloths that are 90 x 156 for 8-foot, 90 x 132 for 6-foot and 120  tables are available at $17.00. We can also provide napkins to meet your color scheme for $2.75 each. Specialty linens are available upon request for an additional charge. 10 business day lead time is required.

You are welcome to bring your own linen in lieu of ordering the linen from Sodexo for the non-food and beverage tables.

FOOD REMOVAL POLICY

Due to health regulations, it is our policy that excess food items from events cannot be removed from the event site. Items purchased for pick up should be safely stored prior to the event and removed and disposed of by the event’s host.

ALCOHOL POLICY

Events serving alcoholic beverages require prior authorization from UME Department. All alcoholic beverages must be served by our personnel and consumed in designated areas. Proof of age will be required. Clark Atlanta University reserves the right to refuse service of alcoholic beverages to any person. All Sodexo personnel have completed the Serve Safe Training Program for Service. Sodexo and the University do not have a liquor license and cannot purchase alcohol. A special event permit may be required for service please contact UME.   The special event permit is required for events of 75 persons or more.  It takes approximately 6 months to procure a license from the City of Atlanta and State of Georgia.

ALCOHOL SERVICE CHARGES

A full bar setup (if liquor is planned) at a dinner or reception is $4.00 per guest. All necessary bar items, except the alcohol, are provided with this charge, including nonalcoholic beverages, ice mixers, napkins, and plastic cups. An additional charge for glasses will apply. We recommend at least one bartender for every 75 guests for Beer and Wine service.

Faculty/Staff Meal Plans

CAU Faculty/Staff Meal Plans

Faculty and Staff may purchase block meal plans and use their Panther PAWCard to access the Crogman Student Center Dining Hall only. Any unused meals/dining bucks at the end of the semester will carry over and you will be able to use them at any time. Dining bucks cannot be used during the summer term.

Meal Plan Options:

Meal PlanDining BucksTotal Cost
Block 20 (20 meals)$0$139.38
Block 20 (20 meals)$25.00$164.38
Block 30 (30 meals)$35.00$234.82
Block 40 (40 meals)$50.00$298.28
Dining Bucks Only $250.00$250.00

Payment Options: Credit Card, Payroll Meal Plan Deduction

To enroll, complete form below and return to the PAW Office on the 3rd floor of the Student Center. 

Dining Services Faculty/Staff Meal Plan Form

Dining and Catering Contacts