Aramark’s Role in VSU’s Palms Dining Hall Renovation

Valdosta State University

SERVICES PROVIDED:

Construction Mangement

Palms Dining Hall

Multiphase Renovation of Historic Dining hall over consecutive student breaks.
Reconfigured food services stations, adding feature station, updated finishes and
lighting throughout.
Modernized large dish machine operation, modernized building MEPs, renovated the back of house, added murals, and new furniture.

Interior view of the renovated Palms Dining Hall at Valdosta State University, featuring modern food service stations, updated finishes, and a spacious layout designed for efficiency.

Renovated interior of Palms Dining Hall at Valdosta State University, featuring modern finishes, updated food service stations, and a spacious dining area with high ceilings and natural light.

Interior view of Palms Dining Hall at Valdosta State University featuring modernized dining area, reconfigured food service stations, and updated furniture, highlighting the multiphase renovation by Kendale Designs.

Interior of Palms Dining Hall at Valdosta State University featuring modernized seating arrangements, updated finishes, and food service stations, showcasing the multiphase renovation by Kendale Designs.

Which Wich

Kendale constructed a new Which Wich shop within the existing operational student union.
The project involved coordinating extensive MEP work and the team focused on minimizing disturbance during construction.

Which Wich food service station inside Valdosta State University’s student union, featuring modern design and layout, part of Kendale Designs renovation project.

Which Wich food service station in the student union, featuring a bright yellow wall with decorative icons, modern finishes, and updated kitchen equipment, reflecting the renovation by Kendale Designs.

Which Wich food service station in Valdosta State University's student union, featuring updated finishes, menu boards, and self-service options.

Pod Markets

We constructed two new food service establishments within existing dormitories.
Projects completed simultaneously in five weeks

Modernized food service station in renovated dining hall, featuring updated finishes and layout for enhanced workflow efficiency at Valdosta State University.

Interior of a renovated food service establishment at Valdosta State University, featuring modern finishes, food service stations, and a vibrant color scheme.

Coca-Cola beverage station with multiple soda dispensers and a refrigerated unit, featured in the renovated Palms Dining Hall at Valdosta State University, showcasing modernized food service amenities.

Hopper Dining Renovation

The existing dining hall was renovated to provide a “sports bar” feel.
The hall features modernized finishes and altered layout to increase work flow efficiency.
Updated the food service station, which now includes a Mongolian grill.
Added extensive student entertainment features, including audio/visual systems and new furniture.

Renovated dining hall interior featuring modernized finishes, a sports bar atmosphere, and updated seating arrangements at Valdosta State University.

Renovated dining hall interior featuring modernized finishes, red seating, and a food service station, reflecting a sports bar atmosphere at Valdosta State University.

Renovated dining hall interior with modern furniture, pool table, and large windows, enhancing student entertainment and workflow efficiency at Valdosta State University.

Renovated dining hall interior featuring a modern bar area with high stools, contemporary lighting, and an open layout designed for increased workflow efficiency at Valdosta State University.

Moe's Conversion

Added a Moe’s to the existing student union.
Project completed in just four weeks.

Moe's Southwest Grill food service station featuring a salsa bar, modern finishes, and a vibrant color scheme, part of the dining renovations at Valdosta State University.

Moe's Southwest Grill food service station inside Valdosta State University student union, featuring colorful signage and a modern counter layout.