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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.

THE FOOD SYSTEM IS COMPLEX; not only does it affect the well-being of people’s lives, but also the organization itself. It encompasses the entire food chain—from operation management and personnel, to food production and consumption.

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.

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.

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.

In 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.

Nutrition plays an essential role in meeting the complex physiological demands of wound healing. As a CDM, CFPP, you’re entrusted with nourishing patients through the food you provide, and thus can play a vital role on the treatment team.

Learn about ANFP chapter financial policy and view a demonstration of the chapter financial reporting template. This webinar was recorded on Se

Before you set this article aside because you think the information doesn’t apply to your current position of employment, I have some news to share. We all are at risk for metabolic syndrome! Whether you work in schools, corrections, long-term care, acute care, or in a completely unrelated field, there should be at least a few tidbits of information that are helpful in practice or your personal life in this article.

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, Sang Hyun Park, CDM, CFPP! Sang Hyun Park, CDM, CFPP began a different foodservice career path in 2018 as the Food Category Manage

Here are five things to think about when deciding if that golden piece of equipment or technology is something that is feasible for your operation.

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.

ON DECEMBER 28, 2022, the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) released the latest edition of the Food Code, which provides safety standards to mitigate the risk of foodborne illness. The code is a model that has been implemented at many state, local, and organizational levels to help regulate foodservice settings like schools, long-term care facilities, and hospitals.

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 co-hosted with Performance Foodservice, and was recorded live on December 8, 2022. Most likely, you are putting great energy into

Congratulations, Amy Bollam, RDN, LP, MPS! Amy Bollam is the Vice President of Products and Training at DiningRD | Health Technologies, Inc. In her

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