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In whatever area of nutrition and food service you work, you must have a good understanding of our digestive system: how absorption works, which organs are affected by diseases, and foods and diets that are necessary to treat those diseases. Let’s do a deep dive into the top diseases and how they affect the digestive system, and hopefully have a little fun while we travel through the gastrointestinal (GI) tract. 

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.

The 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.

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).

Staffing 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.

IT’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.

This top 10 list covers the Top 10 Tips for Achieving Operational E.X.C.E.L.L.E.N.C.E. The content for this list was compiled by Milton McGowian, DBA, CDM, CFPP.

This webinar was recorded live on October 23, 2023.  Season's Greetings and Happy Hollandaise! Hear from the American Culinary Federation

CASEY SMILED AS HE READ THROUGH the animated comments on the forms. The tasting panel comments included: “Yuck—I would never drink this,” “It’s like heaven in a cup,” and “Absolutely delicious. I would drink this every day if I could.” 

This episode features Javier Gasnarez, CDM, CFPP. 

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!

This webinar was recorded live on April 3, 2023. During this webinar, Chef Christina Bodanza, CEC, CDM, CFPP and moderator Sarah Winchell, MPA, CDM

This top 10 list covers the Top 10 Food Safety Tips. The content for this list was compiled by Joey Rost, CDM, CFPP.

Training and developing teams consists of initial onboarding, on-the-job training, in-service/classroom education and continuous education, and follow-up.

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

This webinar was recorded live on January 23, 2023. Hosted by the American Culinary Federation (ACF) and the Association of Nutrition &

This top 10 list covers the Top 10 Tips for a Successful IDDSI Menu. The content for this list was compiled by Andrew McKinney, CDM, CFPP.

This webinar was recorded on August 31, 2022. Take a deeper dive into the ANFP 2022 Compensation & Benefits Survey with this 45-minute webinar.

This informative webinar hosted on 8/26/22 breaks down the ANFP member benefit, Real Rewards Cafe, and teaches you how to earn points for foodservice

This top 10 list covers the Top 10 Food Safety Training Tips. The content for this list was compiled by CarieAnn Williams, CDM, CFPP.

Join Chef Michael R. Thrash, CDM, CFPP, CEC, CCE, CCA, AAC, and Chef Rocky Dunnam, CDM, CFPP, CEC, CCA, as they guide the viewer on an exciting explor

This top 10 list covers the Top 10 Tips for Effective Team Meetings & Huddles. The content for this list was compiled by Joey Rost, CDM, CFPP.

Food service is challenging. Not only do we have to please our customers, pay our vendors, and have staff show up for work, we also have to follow spe

This top 10 list covers the Top 10 Tips & Tools to Achieve Organizational Excellence. ANFP would like to thank Joey Rost, CDM, CFPP for creating t