Mercer Culinary Group

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"The Queen Is Retired!" proclaimed the sash worn by one of higher education dining's most respected leader.

After nearly 38 years of dedicated service with Aramark, Mercer Culinary Group proudly celebrates the retirement of Janet Walker, former district manager. Throughout her remarkable career, Janet helped shape collegiate hospitality through visionary leadership, meaningful mentorship, and an unwavering commitment to service.

Colleagues from Aramark Collegiate Hospitality's Southeast Region and members of the Mercer University community recently gathered to celebrate Janet's outstanding career, reflect on her many accomplishments, and thank her for the relationships she built and the difference she made along the way.

Janet joined Mercer University's dining program as food service director in 1995 before advancing to area district manager and district manager. Over the course of her career, she provided leadership to 38 higher education campuses and six business dining and healthcare partners across six states, leaving a lasting impact on countless associates, clients, and campus communities.

As Janet begins this well-earned retirement, she looks forward to spending more time with family and friends and enjoying her favorite pastime of gardening.

Please join us in congratulating Janet on an extraordinary career and wishing her happiness in this exciting new chapter. Thank you, Janet, for 38 remarkable years of service. Your legacy will continue to inspire those who follow in your footsteps.