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JWCC Dining Services is passionate about making a positive impact on the daily lives of our students.

We are a balanced, student-centered food service program that serves the social, educational, and nutritional needs of students, staff, and guests. We are proud to support student success through fostering community, increasing on-campus engagement, and providing easy access to quality food at an exceptional value.

Dining Options

Whether needing a nutritious lunch or a pick-me-up between classes, JWCC has a food service option to fit your needs.

Hot Spot – Mobile Food Station

(New this March!)

  • Our portable kiosk offers a rotating assortment of fresh, ready-made foods prepared by our culinary team — plus packaged goodies and beverages. Check back here regularly for the latest location and menu updates!

Grab & Go

  • At our Bookstore you can purchase snacks, beverages, and freshly-made items

Vending machines

  • Located around campus, these provide snack options perfect for times outside of food service hours of operation

Catering

Dining Services is the preferred vendor for JWCC’s catering needs

We offer a wide array of menu options designed and prepared by our culinary team.

To schedule catering or receive a quote for services,
complete the Catering Request Form at the bottom of the page

For general questions or other needs, please contact:

Chef Vanessa Hall
vhall@jwcc.edu
217.641.4249

Special Events

Dining Services partners with various departments and group to present unique experiences for our campus community­­ – often at low or no cost to students.

New events will be listed here or follow on social!

Did you know?

All the fresh foods available for purchase are prepared by JWCC’s incredible team of Culinary staff and students?
You, too, can get hands-on training in culinary arts at JWCC!
Learn more about our Culinary Arts Certificate program

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Catering Plans & Request Form

*Catering is currently only available to JWCC departments and affiliates

Catering Plan Options

Orange Plan

  • sandwich + chips
    • $6 / person (1-29 people)
      $5 / person (groups 30+)
  • sandwich + chips + cookie
    • $8 / person (1-29 people)
      $7 / person (groups 30+)

Yellow Plan

$13 / person

Includes:

  • 1 Protein Choice
      • Grilled Chicken
        Grilled Pork Tenderloin
        Shredded pork
        Ground beef
  • Green Salad with 1 Dressing Choice
      • Ranch
        House Vinaigrette
        Chef’s Selection
  • 1 Side  – OR –  1 Dessert
      • Sides:
        Roasted Potatoes
        Creamy Cucumber Salad
        Roasted Garlic Cannellini Beans
        Roasted Mixed Vegetables
        White Cheddar Bacon Mac & Cheese
      • Desserts
        Cookies (GF available)
        Brownies
        Assorted Baked Goods

Green Plan

$15 / person

Includes:

  • 1 Protein Choice
      • Grilled Chicken
        Grilled Pork Tenderloin
        Shredded pork
        Ground beef
        Shredded Beef
  • 2 Sides  – OR – 1 “Build-Your-Own” Bar + 1 Green Salad
      • Sides
        Roasted Potatoes
        Creamy Cucumber Salad
        Roasted Garlic Cannellini Beans
        Roasted Mixed Vegetables
        White Cheddar Bacon Mac & Cheese

— OR —

      • Build-Your-Own Bar (take your protein choice to the next level!)
        Loaded Baked Potato Bar
        Ultimate Sweet Potato Bar
        Cantina Taco Bar
        Homestyle Soup Bar
        Hoagie Sandwich Bar
      • Green Salad with 1 Dressing Choice
        Ranch
        House Vinaigrette
        Chef’s Selection
  • 1 Dessert
      • Desserts
        Cookies (GF available)
        Brownies
        Assorted Baked Goods

Blue Plan

$22 / person

Includes:

  • 2 Protein Choices
      • ONE option from:               +              ONE option from:
        • Grilled Chicken                                  Shredded Pork
          Shredded Chicken                             Ground beef
          Grilled Pork Tenderloin                   Shredded Beef
          Shredded pork                                    Steak Tips

 

  •  2 Sides  – OR – 1 “Build-Your-Own” Bar + 1 Side
      • Sides
        Roasted Potatoes
        Creamy Cucumber Salad
        Roasted Garlic Cannellini Beans
        Roasted Mixed Vegetables

— OR —

      • Build-Your-Own Bar (take your protein choice to the next level!)
        Loaded Baked Potato Bar
        Ultimate Sweet Potato Bar
        Cantina Taco Bar
        Homestyle Soup Bar
        Hoagie Sandwich Bar
      • Sides
        Roasted Potatoes
        Creamy Cucumber Salad
        Roasted Garlic Cannellini Beans
        Roasted Mixed Vegetables
        White Cheddar Bacon Mac & Cheese
        Green Salad with 1 Dressing Choice

 

  • 1 Dessert
      • Cookies (GF available)
        Brownies
        Assorted Baked Goods

Purple Plan (Custom)

Let us elevate your event experience!
If our pre-designed options don’t suit your event, our talented culinary team can customize a menu to serve any variety of tastes and needs! Please allow extra lead time to develop custom quote.