Steven Giardini

Sr. Director
Michigan Dining

Throughout his career, Steve Giardini has always put the guest experience and food quality first in line. Caring for guests, staff, the environment, and community is paramount to hospitality and guides his thought process at Michigan Dining. Giardini brings over 25 years of global food service experience in a variety of roles with Aramark & Sodexo.

Originally from the Philadelphia area, he holds a Bachelor’s degree and an MBA from the University of Delaware. As the Director of Residential Dining for UM, Giardini was part of the group leading the team through the COVID-19 pandemic and out the other side. Focusing on staff and connecting with colleagues across the country allowed the team at UM to maintain a level of service and staff education that was industry-leading. Giardini focuses on providing the best student and staff experience in his role as Sr. Director of Michigan Dining. Enhancing partnerships with students, the University, and local communities will continue to allow Michigan Dining to be a leading dining program that the University community can be proud of.