health and wellness

How one operator tackled malnutrition

By Alaina Lancaster on Oct. 17, 2016

A request for at-home meal support for a patient at Lee Memorial in Fort Myers, Fla., led System Director of Food & Nutrition Services Larry Altier to uncover a gap in care.

FSD Culinary Council

2017 trend: Health on the menu

By Patricia Cobe on Oct. 17, 2016

Ingredient sourcing has increased in importance, with issues such as clean labels, local and seasonal produce and food safety gaining ground.

Why consumers ignore nutrition info

By FSD Magazine on Oct. 17, 2016

A University of Illinois food economist shares a few guesses as to why consumers ignore nutrition information to guests via cards and labels on the food line.

Workforce

5 unconventional benefits that give operators an edge

By Alaina Lancaster on Oct. 17, 2016

Perk up! In a competitive labor market, these benefits could help attract and retain employees.

People

Lucretia Chancler: Helping feed a hometown in need

By Julianne Pepitone on Oct. 17, 2016

Lucretia Chancler’s roots lie in Louisiana’s St. Landry Parish. In October 2009, Chancler returned to Louisiana to become St. Landry’s supervisor of child nutrition.

Chicken soup for the low-sodium soul

By Patricia Cobe on Oct. 17, 2016

Instead of cooking two versions of chicken noodle soup, The Garladnds of Barrington reworked a recipe into a flavorful lower-sodium version that appeals to all.

Operations