Summer Camp Meals

It allows camp and conference organizers to pre-arrange meal plans for their groups, ensuring access to dining services during their campus stay.

The program runs during Texas State’s summer session. For other times or group needs, visit Texas State Dining Visiting Groups.

At Jones Dining Center (100 W Woods St., San Marcos, TX 78666), located between McCoy Business School and Tower Hall.

Note: Chartwells may alter the meal service offered with fewer than 50 patrons.

• Monday through Friday:
  • Breakfast: 7:00am to 9:00am 
  • Lunch: 10:30am to 1:30pm 
  • Dinner: 4:00pm to 7:00pm 
• Saturday & Sunday:
  • Brunch: 10:30am to 1:30pm 
  • Dinner: 4:00pm to 7:00pm

Note: Meal slots are scheduled in 20–30-minute intervals and confirmed by Chartwells on a firstcome, first-served basis

No, but dining options are limited in summer. If you choose to bring outside catering, Chartwells

has the right of first refusal per university policy. Contact Chartwells Catering at (512) 245-9942 or

chartwellscatering@txstate.edu.

Submit the Summer Camp Meal Guarantee Form to summercampmeals@txstate.edu. A separate form is required for each session. 

Note: Guarantee forms must be submitted 2 weeks prior to scheduled arrival date of camp or conference.

Yes. All individuals—including students, faculty, staff, and visitors—must pay to enter. Accepted payments include credit cards, Dining Dollars, and Bobcat Bucks.

Note: Jones Dining Hall operates only during scheduled camps.

No, food may not be removed from the dining hall. However, box meals can be pre-ordered for $1.00 per person.

A required form where you confirm head counts for each meal period, submitted two weeks before arrival.

You will be billed based on the guaranteed count or actual attendance—whichever is greater.

Chartwells’ cashier will count your group upon entry. A representative from your group must verify and sign off on each count.

Overcount is billed at regular door rates if your attendance exceeds:

• 10% over your guarantee (for groups under 100)
• 5% over your guarantee (for groups over 100)

Examples:

• Guarantee = 99 → Overcount charges start at 110
• Guarantee = 200 → Overcount charges start at 211

Guarantee Rates:

• Breakfast: $8.25 per person
• Lunch/Brunch: $9.50 per person
• Dinner: $11.50 per person

Overcount Door Rates:

• Breakfast: $9.19 per person
• Lunch/Brunch: $11.69 per person
• Dinner: $12.19 per person

Invoices are emailed after camp ends. Payment is due immediately upon receipt and will include any additional charges for special requests.

Payment methods:

• Texas State Departments: Use IDTs
• Others: Mail checks to:

Texas State University – Support Services

601 University Drive

San Marcos, TX 78666-4684

Yes, if arranged in advance and approved. A $2.00 per person catering fee applies.

Yes, for an extra $1.00 per person. Must be arranged in advance.

Notify us in advance. Additional costs may apply. Email summercampmeals@txstate.edu.

Generally, no. Contact us in exceptional cases. If not approved, you will be billed according to your original guarantee.

Cancellations less than 2 weeks out may still be billed unless an exception is granted. Email summercampmeals@txstate.edu.

Yes, with at least 24-hour notice, subject to availability. Contact Amy Mitchell or the Chartwells Main Office. 

Amy Mitchell: (814) 462-5347 | amy.mitchell@compass-usa.com or Chartwells Office: (512) 245-9930.

You may be rescheduled to a different time if availability allows. Notify Amy Mitchell immediately at (814) 462-5347 | amy.mitchell@compass-usa.com or Chartwells Office: (512) 245-9930.

You will still be billed for the guaranteed number. Contact us if there are emergency circumstances—we review on a case-by-case basis. Email summercampmeals@txstate.edu.