Can a single soldier be denied the chance to go to dfac?

SPC Private RallyPoint Member — Tue, 16 Sep 2014 18:06:38 -0400

I see this a lot but if the dfacs are open can a single soldier be denied the chance to go just because there are mre's there.

Response by SFC Mark Merino made Nov 7 at 2014 4:21 AM

SFC Mark Merino — Fri, 07 Nov 2014 04:21:44 -0500

What is the context? Was something mission essential and MRE's were prvided to add manhours to the task at hand?

Response by TSgt Joshua Copeland made Nov 8 at 2014 2:32 PM

TSgt Joshua Copeland — Sat, 08 Nov 2014 14:32:52 -0500

I know for the AF side of the house (prior to the campus dining) they could, but the chain of command would have to fill a missed meal form.

Response by SSG Christopher Freeman made Nov 17 at 2014 1:07 PM

SSG Christopher Freeman — Mon, 17 Nov 2014 13:07:42 -0500

Soldiers should not be denied the option, however, there are times when the mission just will not allow it. Mission is a subjective term. It could mean prepping for a convoy or MOUT operations or it could be doing a PMCS. When you progress a little further in the ranks and have Soldiers under you (unless you already do), make attempts to work the schedule around DFAC times. Heck, even if they have to get a to-go plate to come back and keep working, keep your Soldiers feed. An Army runs on its stomach.