F E ATUR E S 6 8 10 14 LETTER FROM THE CHAIRMAN LETTER FROM THE PRESIDENT & CHIEF EXECUTIVE OFFICER THE DINING APPLICATION MARATHON Is your dining application process driving job seekers away? When candidates are asked to jump through hoops, they may opt for the job down the street instead. Learn how Purdue University Dining & Culinary cut through the red tape to streamline their application process and staff up. RETAIL 101: MEASURING RESULTS AND MANAGING CATEGORIES Take stock of your shelves and your sales in this installment of our ongoing educational series. From movement reports to calculating profitability and adjusting to meet your goals, gain valuable insights into what it takes to succeed in retail. 21 CATERING 101: LEVERAGING TEAM STRENGTHS FOR UNIVERSITY EVENTS This informative article looks at the importance of well-trained, flexible staff in a catering environment. Nurturing special skills, cross-training, and well-deployed talent build an optimal foundation for success. 25 COOKING UP EMPLOYEE SUCCESS The award-winning culinary training and development program at the University of California, Davis is a model of excellence in the industry today. It has harnessed the potential of its team members to build higher retention and greater success. 4 CAMPUS DINING TODAY | TABLE OF CONTENTS