Upcoming events

Dec

Roundtable - Meet you in the lobby

Monday, December 15, 2025
2:00 PM 3:00 PM
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Is it time for a small restaurant Lobby? Are you aware of any organizations prime to or acting in that capacity?

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Oct

Second Annual Gala

Friday, October 17, 2025
6:00 PM 9:00 PM
Service! Innovation Kitchen (map)
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We’re back for our Second Annual Gala, and this year we’re shining a spotlight on the incredible legacy of Columbus hospitality.

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Jun

Roundtable - Is it time to go tipless?

Monday, June 23, 2025
4:00 PM 6:00 PM
Natalie's (map)
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What changes would you have to make to your business to remove tipping from your model? Are there any circumstances under which you’d consider that?

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Mar

Roundtable - The customer is always what now?

Monday, March 10, 2025
3:00 PM 5:00 PM
The Bottle Shop (map)
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Guest’s expectations and demands continue to take up more space in a lot of our businesses? Is yes the answer?

Register Here: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSdy0a6cH_Ul4WowUawF9EEWJLlorj04YLMB4bAw-khrOPz83w/viewform

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Jul

Grilled Cheese Monday!

Monday, July 8, 2024
5:00 PM 9:00 PM
Seventh Son (map)
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Seventh Son and Bodega come together with Service! for a one of a kind Back to School fundraiser for service industry workers!

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Jun

Ray Ray's Supper Club

Friday, June 14, 2024
7:00 PM 10:00 PM
Ray Ray's Supper Club (map)
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Cafe Overlook will join RRSC to prepare a dinner unlike any other!

Our workforce development program is focused on training those seeking employment in the service industry. With many of our trainees and employees coming from disadvantaged situations prior to landing at Cafe Overlook, this service will show what hard work and perseverance can accomplish!

We are excited to take part in what we anticipate to being a pognant and powerful dinner service, as our staff turns some nostalgic dishes into a more elevated experience.

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May

(SOLD OUT!) First Annual Hospitality Industry Gala

Thursday, May 16, 2024
6:30 PM 9:30 PM
High Line Car House (map)
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Sponsorship + Tickets available now!
https://gift.servicerelief.org/gala

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Thank You for an Unforgettable Night of Celebration and Impact!

Our deepest thanks to everyone who joined us for the Second Annual Service! Gala on October 17, 2025. Together, we celebrated the vibrant legacy of Columbus hospitality, honoring icons like the legendary Kahiki, and raised crucial funds to build a stronger, more equitable future for service industry workers. Your generosity, energy, and aloha spirit made the night truly magical. Because of you, Service! can continue providing training, career pathways, and essential support to the people who keep our city’s tables full and hearts connected. Here’s to honoring the past and creating a better future for all who make hospitality happen.

Watch Our 2025 Impact Video
Video by State House Studio