Upcharging on Food, Selling Booze: The Army's Plan to Privatize Dining
The Army is preparing to overhaul its food service system in a move that could strip away government-run dining facilities and hand operations to private, for-profit companies. Framed as a modernization effort, the plan could saddle enlisted soldiers, many of whom already struggle with low pay, with even greater costs for meals they are effectively […]
Fort Carson Making Changes to Dining After Soldiers Voiced Complaints
After facing criticism for its meals last year, a Fort Carson official said the base has made changes and is soliciting more feedback to better serve soldiers. Lt. Col. Sarah Gilbert, assistant chief of staff for sustainment, said the base has opened all its dining facilities for weeknight dining for consistency and a survey is […]
The Army Is Going All-In on Food Kiosks as Base Dining Facilities Struggle
The Army is doubling down on its so-called food kiosks on bases, a small setup in which soldiers can take snacks on the go, but the increased reliance has sparked concerns. The kiosks are generally designed to serve 1,000 soldiers a day and offer an alternative or a supplemental food source apart from traditional dining […]
Got Complaints About the Barracks or Dining Hall? Now There’s an App for That
Amid widespread criticism and complaints about military barracks, cafeterias and dorms, one former Army reservist is hoping to increase transparency with a new app that allows service members to review their living situations on base. The app, called “Hots&Cots” and available on Apple devices, was created by former Army reservist Robert Evans and allows users […]