Chartwells Higher Education

Chartwells Higher Education is a leading provider of contract food service management, hospitality, and guest services for colleges and universities across the United States. Operating in over 320 institutions, the company is dedicated to reinventing the on-campus dining experience by investing in high-tech, food-infused social spaces that foster meaningful relationships and prepare students for success. While founded in Rye Brook, New York, the company's operational news often originates from Charlotte, North Carolina.

Chartwells Higher Education's offerings encompass a wide range of services, including culinary excellence, nutrition planning, and technology-enabled dining concepts. Key initiatives include customized culinary innovations, comprehensive catering, and strategic concessions management. The company is also committed to sustainability through responsible sourcing and efforts to reduce its carbon footprint, alongside developing inclusive dining programs that cater to diverse dietary needs and preferences.

Under the leadership of CEO Eva Wojtalewski, appointed in April 2024, Chartwells Higher Education maintains a strong market position through continuous innovation. Recent notable developments include the launch of BLUEPRINT, a proprietary intelligence framework designed to optimize campus dining outcomes, and pioneering industry-first programs such as Name, Image, and Likeness (NIL) foodservice campaigns, Scope 3 emissions tracking, and climate labeling. The company also emphasizes experiential learning and transforming concessions to enhance campus engagement and revenue.