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About Us

Elior Independent School Dining provides dining and catering services to independent and private schools across the country.

A buffet-style food counter with trays of cooked salmon, roasted potatoes, mixed steamed vegetables, and seasoned green beans and yellow beans.

  • 9000000
    Meals served each year

A legacy of service

Powered by global contract catering and services leader, Elior Group, Elior Independent School Dining is part of the Elior North America collective of distinct hospitality companies. The brand launched in 2025, uniting chef-centric culinary management company Lexington Independents and New York-based premium private school dining provider Cater to You under one name with a refreshed vision and mission.

With a collective 40+ year history, Elior Independent School Dining’s identity echoes our shared values and pride in Elior’s reputation as a trusted global name in dining services.

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Our mission

To engage and inspire every student to eat well, connect, and explore diverse culinary experiences that spark a lifelong sense of curiosity and purpose.

Food is our business, but people are our #1 priority. We take our responsibility very seriously to care for the well-being, growth, and success of our team members, our guests, our partners, and our communities. From the chef in your kitchen to the leader of our company, our entire team is empowered to create the best possible experience for our students and partners.

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Let’s create a dining experience your school is proud of.

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