Why a Meal Plan?
Savings
The Staff/Faculty/Retirees Meal Plan is designed to save you money. You save 10% on all on-campus food purchases through Hospitality Services.
Convenience
- You can add funds to your account and view your account activity any time through the MacCard Account Management website.
- If you prefer to add funds via a one-time payroll deduction, please contact the Mac Express Office to arrange this.
- Because the Meal Card is programmed to your Employee ID card, it is safer, easier, and more convenient than carrying credit/debit cards.
- You can access your account information and transaction history online within a secure web application.
Security
Lock your MacCard 24/7 if it becomes lost or stolen. Visit the MacCard site for more details.
How does it work?
If you have a MacCard (McMaster student ID card), then your card is already programmed and you can add funds to your Retail Operations balance. If you have a Working at McMaster card, please bring it to Mac Express to be programmed. The Retail Operations balance works on a declining cash balance, just like a debit card. Each time you make a purchase, the total cost is subtracted from the balance in your account.
Web Access
You may access your account information by logging in to the MacCard account management site. For more details and FAQs, visit the MacCard website.