Parkhurst ‘Chopped’ Competition Challenges Guests to Become the Chefs
When Parkhurst came on board as Centre College’s dining provider in the summer of 2022, both teams were like-minded in one specific goal. “One of Centre’s main goals when searching for a new dining partner was to bring in people who are passionate about food,” said Parkhurst General Manager at Centre College, Samantha Balisteri. “And […]
Wrapping Up the 2023 School Year
It’s that time of year when Parkhurst’s higher education sites start to wind down for the term, with many taking their summer breaks. We wanted to look back at all of the special events, meals, and connections we made during the 2022-2023 school year. Browse our photo gallery here!
Our Next Generation of Culinary Leaders
Becoming a Parkhurst team member is only the beginning for aspiring culinarians. Parkhurst continues to foster team development with our Culinary Leadership Program, a 12-week initiative with three learning events designed for high-performing culinarians. Read more here.
Team Member Appreciation Month 2023
Each April, our Parkhurst Dining accounts gear up for an entire month of celebrating the people who make us who we are—our team members! Read more here.
Takeaway meals boost summer sales and community relations for Parkhurst at Chatham University
A series of appealing weekly meals offered to customers both on and off campus gives the community a summer treat and the dining program some extra traffic. Read more here.
Smile Spotlight: GM Aaron
In our latest Smile Spotlight, General Manager Aaron kindly shared some words of wisdom with us. From knowing when to “seize the moment” to his love of the outdoors, learn more about Aaron on our blog. Thanks for your insights & expertise, Aaron! Full Blog Post Here
Coconut Energy Bites for the Pittsburgh Penguins
Chef Geoff’s Coconut Energy Bites are easy to make and packed with nutrients that fuel the Pittsburgh Penguins! Learn how to make them at home. Watch the video here!
Using Machine Learning To Feed Families in Need
In partnership with Carnegie Mellon University’s Robotics Institute, United Way, and Greater Pittsburgh Community Food Bank, over 6,000 meals per month are packaged and deliveredto senior citizens, K-12 students, and families who would otherwise rely on schools for free meals.It has since expanded to also include dinners that feed a family of four, meals that […]
Serving Over 50,000 Meals to MSA Essential Workers
Global safety equipment manufacturer MSA Safety and Parkhurst Dining teamed up this spring to provide over 50,000 free meals to essential MSA employees. MSA made headlines in March of 2020 when the Cranberry Township, Pa.-based company donated 65,000 N95 disposable respirators to hospitals fighting the coronavirus pandemic in Pittsburgh. “This new normal was becoming a […]
Parkhurst chefs and kitchens fill need for child meals
In partnership with the PNC Foundation and United Way, Parkhurst Dining has utilized some of its idle chefs and kitchens to fill the need to create meals for children while schools have been closed in Western Pennsylvania. Read more here.