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Meet Our Team

You may call or email the Dining Office as well at 978-934-5369 or dining@uml.edu

  • RichardRubiniResident District Manager

    rubini-richard@aramark.com
    With 26 years of hospitality experience and a degree in Hospitality Management from Johnson & Wales University, Richard is passionate about creating exceptional dining experiences and fostering strong community connections. His favorite part about working at UMass Lowell is the welcoming atmosphere and the people who make it feel like home every day.
  • TabathaGarnettOperations Director

    Garnett-Tabatha@aramark.com
  • SydneyAgnewMarketing Manager

    agnew-sydney@aramark.com

    Inspired by the power of great food to bring people together, Sydney helps share the stories behind campus dining at UMass Lowell. Originally from Seattle and holding an MBA from Washington State University, she brings 15 years of hospitality experience and a passion for building community through authentic storytelling.

  • MelissaQuirkRegistered Dietitian

    QUIRK-MELISSA@aramark.com
    Melissa brings a strong background in Applied Human Nutrition, Dietetics, and Kinesiology to her work helping students make healthy, informed food choices. A fun fact about Melissa: she spent her first two years of school in a remote village in Northern Labrador, where there were no paved roads and travel was by ATV, boat, or plane.
  • LisaDowneyFood Service Director - Fox Dining Commons

    Downey-Lisa@aramark.com
    Lisa is passionate about building strong teams and creating a positive dining experience for every guest. Over the past five years, her favorite part of working at UMass Lowell has been watching the Fox Hall team grow into a close-knit group that supports one another, takes pride in their work, and helps create a welcoming atmosphere alongside great food.
  • WesleyMccantsFood Service Director - South Dining Commons

    Mccants-Wesley@aramark.com
    With 16 years of hospitality experience, Wesley brings a passion for great food and exceptional service to the South Campus dining team. When he's not at UMass Lowell, he enjoys cooking traditional Liberian dishes and sharing the flavors of his culture with family and friends.
  • MichaelLeoFood Service Director - North Campus

    Leo-Michael@aramark.com
    Michael brings a wealth of industry knowledge and a passion for guest service to North Campus. His hospitality journey began at Fenway Park, where his very first job was hawking peanuts and hot dogs to fans in the stands.
  • JasonGoodinFood Service Manager - Crossroads

    Goodin-Jason@aramark.com
    With 33 years of hospitality experience, including the last seven years at UMass Lowell, Jason brings a deep commitment to great food and guest service. One of the most interesting things he's ever eaten is squid ink, reflecting his willingness to explore new flavors and culinary experiences.

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