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MOVE 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.

Training 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.

AS A FOODSERVICE MANAGER, you’ll likely need to plan group trainings on topics like allergy awareness and nutrition guidelines. These workshops enhance knowledge and skills of employees (Grappasonni et al., 2018), positively impacting habits. Several studies have linked higher knowledge levels in nutrition, allergies, and food safety to better practices in the kitchen (Bean et al., 2019, Jianu & Goleţ, 2019, Young & Thaivalappil, 2018).

In recognition of National Apprenticeship Week, ANFP held a webinar with chapter leaders to go over tools and resources for chapters to better learn a

As a certified dietary manager, certified food protection professional you are a coach building a team-like atmosphere.

A food safety management system is more than just a set of policies, procedures, and processes. It is a culture of continual improvement and a commitment to putting food safety first.

Member engagement can be a tricky process. Hear from ANFP Director of Chapters & Leadership, Abigail Solazzo, as she outlines strategies for incre

According to HealthLeaders Magazine, the toll on front-line health-care workers is at an all time high. This is causing great concern for patient's receiving access to the care they need. Our panelists across many facility types address the concerns we are all facing. Identify strategies to overcome these challenges so you can continue to provide top quality and safe food for all those you serve.

In this session, Dr. Polizzi reviews the known hazards that exist for people leaders, shares the business impact of not addressing these risks, and shares established tactics that can be applied immediately to help managers and their teams flourish.

Everyone in a leadership is facing a myriad of challenges daily. The key to not getting bogged down in the daily minutia is to move forward by creating a clear vision of where you want to take the organization. This involves planning, but most importantly, it means that you as the director must realize your value and the value of your team and have the ability to articulate that value to others and finding ways to rekindle the passion for your work.

The Association of Nutrition & Foodservice Professionals is a national not-for-profit association dedicated to the practice of providing nutritional care through foodservice management. In this video, we will learn about ANFP's history, vision, mission, and what its members do.

BEHAVIORAL 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.

IN THE EVENT OF NATURAL OR MAN-MADE DISASTERS, it is crucial for foodservice operations to respond in a well-organized and efficient manner, maintain safety for both employees and customers, and continue to provide essential services. 

Congratulations, Colleen Zenk, CDM, CFPP! Colleen Zenk, CDM, CFPP has touched nearly every area of ANFP and CBDM. She is known as a servant leader

Congratulations, Helene Bertazzo, CDM, CFPP! Helene Bertazzo, CDM, CFPP, works for Unidine as the Director of Dining Services at Teresian House in

Congratulations, Amarilys Saluk, CDM, CFPP! Amarilys Saluk, CDM, CFPP, was born in Puerto Rico to a very young single mother. She grew up watching

Congratulations, Kristine Smith, RD! Kristine Smith is a registered dietitian and Senior Director of Nutrition Services at Neighborhood House Assoc

This webinar covers the roles and responsibilities of chapter leaders as well as additional information for chapter management for FY24. This w

2,400 MINUTES — that’s what you’ll find in a 40-hour work week to accomplish every task on your plate. That might sound like a lot, but you know that those minutes fly by faster than a hot knife through butter. Between managing staff, ensuring food quality, and administrative struggles, time always seems in short supply, and unfortunately there’s no way to increase this precious commodity. All is not lost, though. Luckily, there are many tips that can help you make the most of each minute!

MALNUTRITION CONTINUES TO BE A CRITICAL PUBLIC HEALTH AND HEALTH EQUITY ISSUE with malnutrition and its risk affecting 20-50 percent of hospitalized patients. Social risk factors and existing chronic conditions increase malnutrition risk, overly burdening vulnerable populations.

This webinar was recorded live on March 22, 2023. Hear from ANFP Director of Chapters & Leadership, Abigail Solazzo, and Chair of the

Food service can be chaotic and stressful at times— but creating a positive work environment can lead to a happier, more productive team.

Nutrition care plans are a vital part of the overall care plan for a resident or patient, and should function as a living document for members of the healthcare team to deliver person-centered “best practice” care.

Recruiting and retaining volunteers can often be a challenge, and even more so during the last two years when faced with COVID-19. Learn how chapter l