USAFAI34-104 — Operating The Cadet Dining Facility

USAFAI34-104 governs operating responsibilities and procedures for United States Air Force Academy Cadet Food Services facilities.

Search USAFAI34-104

  • Publication number: USAFAI34-104
  • Title: OPERATING THE CADET DINING FACILITY
  • Date: 2022-04-05

View USAFAI34-104 on armypubs.army.mil


USAFAI34-104 addresses dining access, special functions, nutrition programs, financial accountability, religious accommodation, and contingency support. It requires coordination, approvals, payment, and documentation for specified services and events.

Applies to: It applies to all USAFA activities including tenants.

Topics covered

  • Cadet dining access
  • Mitchell Hall facilities
  • Special function catering
  • Cadet nutrition programs
  • Religious dietary accommodation
  • Subsistence fund accountability
  • Contingency meal support

Questions and answers

Who can use Cadet Food Services facilities?

CFS is authorized to support cadets and this service is generally limited to cadet use. (paragraph 2)

What percentage of participants must be cadets for Formal Dining Room events?

At least 51% of the participants must be cadets for Formal Dining Room events. (paragraph 6)

What approval is required for functions supported outside Mitchell Hall?

All functions supported by CFS outside of Mitchell Hall must be approved by the Director, CFS or Support Branch Chief in advance. (paragraph 7)

Who is authorized to request outsourced catering support?

Only the HQ USAFA/CC, HQ USAFA/CW, HQ USAFA/DF, HQ USAFA/AD, HQ USAFA/CCLD and Director, CFS are authorized this type of support as an extension of food support to the Cadet Wing. (paragraph 9)

How many MREs must Mitchell Hall maintain for emergencies?

Mitchell Hall will maintain a minimum of 8,000 MREs and 7 days worth of in-house subsistence to be used as needed in an emergency situation.

Ask Reggie.Bot a question about USAFAI34-104