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Jason Harding serves as the Food Services Manager (Kaiwhakahaere Ratonga Kai) at Hayward College, University of Otago. He leads the catering team, providing well-balanced and plentiful meals as well as good options for those with specific dietary requirements. His work supports the daily nutritional needs of college residents.
Jason Harding has contributed to various college initiatives. In July 2021, he was featured as Senior Chef in the University of Otago news article on 'Mindful Mondays,' pictured at the servery during meat-free meal events aimed at reducing carbon emissions across residential colleges. The Collegiate Life Annual Report 2024 notes that Jason Harding stepped up to manage food services during the absence of another staff member, quickly establishing a strong rapport with students (tauira).
