Article10 min read Apr 24, 2024Edge: Top Tips for Attracting and Managing Gen Z EmployeesMOVE OVER, MILLENNIALS. There’s a new generation entering the workforce, and that’s Gen Z. Every new generation brings fresh challenges in attracting and managing employees, but you can implement forward-thinking strategies to position yourself for success with your Gen Z staff. READ MORE ADD TO CART
Article7 min read Apr 18, 2024Edge: Workforce Development is Always on the Menu in the Foodservice IndustryTraining and development in the food and restaurant industry must be viewed in terms of a more profound concept known as workforce development. That is the only sustainable solution to the growing demand-supply gap in the industry. READ MORE ADD TO CART
Article8 min read Apr 18, 2024Edge: Navigating Food Safety Through the SeasonsThe following tips serve as a reminder that—just like the weather—food safety demands continuous adjustments to ensure a delicious experience rather than stomach-churning illnesses. READ MORE ADD TO CART
Video00:44:52 Apr 2, 2024CE Audit & Recertification RequirementsIn this video, you will learn about the Certifying Board for Dietary Managers (CBDM) policy for recertification and Continuing Education (CE) Audit requirements. READ MORE ADD TO CART
Video00:49:31 Apr 2, 2024CE Audit Extension & Recertification RequirementsIn this video, you will learn about the Certifying Board for Dietary Managers (CBDM) policy for credential holders who were selected for CE Audit in 2023 and were granted an extension to meet the CBDM recertification and Continuing Education (CE) Audit requirements. READ MORE ADD TO CART
Video00:01:49 Feb 28, 2024Board Bites: Shellee RoloffLearn why Shellee Roloff volunteers with NFEF, what her role on the Board is responsible for, and what she does for fun outside of work and volunteering! READ MORE ADD TO CART
Article8 min read Jan 31, 2024Edge: The Brain Science Behind Comfort FoodsFood can bring strong emotions and pleasure. How can we mimic these pleasant experiences for our clients? Can simply discussing comfort foods with clients provide a meaningful experience and be a part of our nutrition services and therapy? You may also be curious about the brain science surrounding this phenomenon. First, I invite you to ponder the question, What is one food or beverage that creates positive emotions for you? READ MORE ADD TO CART
Video00:00:52 Jan 29, 2024Welcome to Pride in Foodservice Week 2024ANFP Chair of the Board of Directors, Felicia Smith, CDM, CFPP, welcomes you to Pride in Foodservice Week 2024. READ MORE ADD TO CART
Audio00:38:04 Jan 23, 2024ANFP Town Hall - January 22, 2024ANFP Chair, Felicia Smith, along with the ANFP Board of Directors, hosted a Town Hall on January 22, 2024 to provide updates and answer questions from members. READ MORE ADD TO CART
Video00:56:11 Jan 11, 2024All Things Staffing: Recruitment, Onboarding and Retention Tips & Best PracticesStaffing continues to be a challenge for foodservice professionals no matter the setting. Four industry professionals discuss their experience in the staffing areas of recruitment, onboarding, and retention. READ MORE ADD TO CART
Video00:02:51 Jan 8, 2024Board Bites: Milton McGowian, DBA, CDM, CFPPLearn why Milton McGowian, DBA, CDM, CFPP, volunteers with CBDM, what his role on the Board is responsible for, and what he does for fun outside of work and volunteering! READ MORE ADD TO CART
Article8 min read Dec 14, 2023Edge Express: Team-Based Nutrition Screening, Assessment & System Management for Successful OutcomesHealthcare facilities with effective nutritional programs and positive outcomes integrate practice around basic principles. This article highlights two principles to help healthcare facilities improve nutritional care and services for successful outcomes. READ MORE ADD TO CART
Article11 min read Dec 11, 2023Edge: Staffing Strategies for Success: Navigating Labor Challenges in Food ServiceIT’S NO SECRET THAT STAFFING is one of the biggest challenges facing foodservice managers. From recruitment to retention, it can be difficult to find and keep good employees at your facility. By using strategic methods, though, you can navigate the turbulent waters of labor challenges and sail your way to better staffing. READ MORE ADD TO CART
Video00:01:41 Dec 6, 2023Board Bites: Regina St. Clair, CDM, CFPPLearn why Regina St. Clair, CDM, CFPP, volunteers with CBDM, what her role on the Board is responsible for, and what she does for fun outside of work and volunteering! READ MORE ADD TO CART
Article9 min read Dec 5, 2023Edge: Honoring Individuals While Creating a Cohesive TeamAs a certified dietary manager, certified food protection professional you are a coach building a team-like atmosphere. READ MORE ADD TO CART
Video00:30:15 Dec 1, 2023Career Reflections: Sona Donayan, EdD, RDNThis episode features Sona Donayan, EdD, RDN. Sona has been an ANFP Board of Director, Director-at-Large - Industry Partner since 2020. In this episode, Sona shares her foodservice journey which includes how she got into foodservice and how she became a Professor at Glendale Community College! READ MORE ADD TO CART
Video00:03:25 Nov 7, 2023Board Bites: Jim Thoma, CDM, CFPPLearn why Jim Thoma, CDM, CFPP, volunteers with CBDM, what his role on the Board is responsible for, and what he does for fun outside of work and volunteering! READ MORE ADD TO CART
Video00:33:14 Oct 25, 2023ANFP Call for Volunteers Informational OverviewInterested in volunteering with ANFP? Check out this informational webinar! Hear from ANFP Board Chair, Felicia Smith, MHA, CDM, CFPP; ANFP Chair-E READ MORE ADD TO CART
Article8 min read Oct 20, 2023Edge Express: Prioritizing Food Safety in Schools: An Essential ApproachIn the next few sections, we will explore the various aspects of food safety in schools—from the importance of proper handling to the role of regulations and the responsibility of stakeholders. Children are particularly vulnerable to foodborne pathogens, and an outbreak can have severe consequences. Ensuring food safety in schools is not merely a matter of providing healthy meals; it is about safeguarding the health of students and preventing foodborne illnesses. READ MORE ADD TO CART
Audio00:30:39 Oct 19, 2023ANFP Town Hall - October 16, 2023ANFP Chair, Felicia Smith along with the ANFP Board of Directors hosted a Town Hall on October 16, 2023 to provide updates and answer questions from members. READ MORE ADD TO CART
Video00:02:59 Oct 9, 2023Board Bites: Ellen Lowre, RDN, LDNLearn why Ellen Lowre, RDN, LDN, volunteers with ANFP, what her role on the Board is responsible for, and what she does for fun outside of work and volunteering! READ MORE ADD TO CART
Video00:03:19 Sep 5, 2023Board Bites: Tina Burns, CFSPLearn why Tine Burns, CFSP volunteers with ANFP, what her role on the Board is responsible for, and what she does for fun outside of work and volunteering! READ MORE ADD TO CART
Article9 min read Aug 21, 2023Edge Express: 5 Behavioral Biases That Can Hinder Effective ManagementBEHAVIORAL BIASES ARE SUBCONSCIOUS BELIEFS that affect your decision-making abilities. While often discussed in the context of investments, these biases can also impact management abilities – from hiring to menu decisions to leadership skills (and everything in-between). By understanding and acknowledging these biases, you can actively overcome them, leading to better decisions as a CDM, CFPP. READ MORE ADD TO CART
Video00:03:43 Aug 7, 2023Board Bites: Andrea Armstrong, CDM, CFPPLearn why Andrea Armstrong, CDM, CFPP volunteers with CBDM, what her role on the Board is responsible for, and what she does for fun outside of work and volunteering! READ MORE ADD TO CART