Stanford University
Schwab Executive Services
Catering & Conferences
Schwab Executive Services and award-winning executive chef Raul Lacara offer the highest level of excellence in food and hospitality service to world business leaders who attend Stanford Graduate School of Business Executive Education programs, as well as the broader Graduate School of Business and Stanford University communities.
Our staff's talent and attendance to every detail of your experience is the reason we have been rated as the finest executive dining program in the world by the Financial Times for the past 14 years. Our goal is to provide just the right mix of culinary excellence, friendly and efficient service, compelling décor, and unique touches that leave your guests impressed.
Award Winning Hospitality & Culinary Excellence
Focusing on fresh, delicious, and sustainable local ingredients, Schwab's culinary professionals create sophisticated menus featuring global taste profiles. Whether you work with one of our standard menus or desire a custom menu for your event, the cuisine will surely delight your guests' senses.
Outstanding Event Venues
Whether you're hosting a small staff meeting, elaborate dinner party or a large reception, Vidalakis Dining Hall is a perfect place to host an event any time of year. Serving groups from 25 to 800, members of the Schwab hospitality team will work with you to make your event a success. Room reservations are subject to GSB facilities approval.
Event Production and Design
Our teams always have the pulse on the latest trends and, beyond exceptional food and service, can help you execute signature events that are certain to wow your guests. We happily partner with on-campus services whenever possible and manage vendors and services for you, including tent builds, furniture rentals, AV/tech installations, floral design, themed décor and event flow with a perfectly paired menu to match.
Stanford Express Catering
Catering made simple!
Stanford Express Catering service provides simplified offerings on disposable platters for up to 50 guests with an option for pick up or drop off (at an additional cost) – the most convenient and fiscally responsible solution for an easy, catered meal.
Sustainability
R&DE is a leader of sustainability efforts on campus – from the responsible and humane sourcing of our food to our energy-efficient residences and dining locations and our commitment towards zero-waste events. Stanford Hospitality has partnered with Sustainable Stanford to ensure our catering not only meets but exceeds the university’s Cardinal Green standards. We emphasize best practices in water conservation, minimizing resources and waste, and using local resources for food and services.
Proceeds from R&DE catering help offset increases in room and board, and support student programs.