Healthy and affordable food choices

The University of Johannesburg (UJ) is dedicated to providing healthy and affordable food choices across its campuses, recognising the vital role that nutrition plays in the well-being and academic success of its community. This commitment is evident through various dining facilities and initiatives that cater to diverse dietary preferences and promote sustainable food practices.

The Kerzner@UJ

Serving as a central hub for culinary and hospitality services, The Kerzner@UJ offers several dining venues that prioritise health, affordability, and sustainability:

• The Waterford Restaurant: Located in the Kerzner Building on the Auckland Park Bunting Road Campus, this premier dining venue provides breakfast and lunch to the campus community. The restaurant focuses on health and wellness, incorporating African indigenous meals into its offerings. The lunch buffet, available weekdays from 12:00 to 14:00, features a variety of nutritious dishes at reasonable prices, ensuring accessibility for students and staff alike.
• The Design Café: Adjoining the Faculty of Art, Design and Architecture (FADA), The Design Café is known for its ethically sourced specialty coffees and light snacks. Emphasising sustainability, the café partners with smallholder coffee farmers across Africa, ensuring traceability and fair practices. Patrons can enjoy a range of affordable beverages and light meals in a creative and vibrant atmosphere.

UJ School of Tourism and Hospitality (STH) Madibeng Restaurant

The STH Madibeng Restaurant offers a diverse menu that includes healthy and affordable options for the university community. Regularly updated “Meal of the Day” menus feature a variety of dishes, including vegetarian and vegan choices, catering to different dietary needs. Additionally, the takeaway sandwich and salad menu provides quick, nutritious, and budget-friendly options for those on the go.

Sustainable Food Practices

UJ’s commitment to health and affordability extends to its sustainable food practices. The university actively engages in initiatives that promote ecological intelligence and food security. By teaching individuals to produce their own food and implementing projects such as aquaponics, hydroponics, and agroecology, UJ fosters a culture of sustainability. These efforts not only provide fresh produce for campus dining but also contribute to keeping food costs affordable for the university community.

Through these comprehensive efforts, the University of Johannesburg ensures that all members of its community have access to healthy, affordable, and diverse food choices, reinforcing its dedication to well-being and sustainability.

The Waterford Restaurant @ UJ

“Delight your appetite at our premier dining venue, the Waterford Restaurant. Located at the Kerzner Building, Auckland Park Bunting Road Campus. 

We are all about good food infused with indigenous African food cultures, creativity, service quality and excellence.

In recognition of the School of Tourism and Hospitality’s partnership and collaboration with the Waterford Hotel Group, it comes as no surprise that the main restaurant is named Waterford.

The CEO of the Waterford Hotel Group, Mr. Len Wolman, is a great partner and supporter of the School. He is an STH Golden Circle Alumnus Award winner and in 2020 was awarded the UJ Alumni Dignitas Award in recognition of achieving excellence in his profession. 

The Waterford Restaurant provides breakfast and lunch offerings to the broad campus community and surrounds. Where required the restaurant also accommodates conference and events guests. 

Breakfast:
Get your day off to an amazing start. Come sample our breakfast selection in a calm and relaxed environment. Breakfast buffet is served daily, Mondays to Fridays from 07:00 to 10:00.

Lunch:
Lunch at the Waterford Restaurant is one not to be missed. Whether you need to book a table for a large group or a table for one – join us for a nutritious treat.  Do not miss our popular Friday braai offering and book a table to unwind after a long week.

Lunch buffet is served daily, Mondays to Fridays, from 12:00 to 14:00.

With an in-house team of Chefs on hand, the restaurant caters to a variety of tastes and a keen focus on health and wellness is complimented by an expanded incorporation of African indigenous meal offerings.”