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7 foodservice buzzwords trending now

 By FSD Staff on Oct. 15, 2017

Two kinds of burgers and upcycling make the list! Frose, sushi burgers and single-item restaurants are hot topics as of late. Here’s what’s trending now.

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Eliminate staff shortages by hiring high schoolers

 Oct. 11, 2017

The processing is after-hours, so it works well with the students’ schedules. The students have their ServSafe certification and are skilled with working with all the equipment, so it’s a win-win.

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9 restaurant chains to watch

By Benita Gingerella and Heather Lalley on Oct. 11, 2017

These up-and-comers could provide some retail inspiration. FoodService Director’s sister magazine Restaurant Business ranks the fastest growing small- to medium-size restaurant chains.

Operations

Customization, global flavors leading the way in K-12

By Kelsey Squire on Oct. 05, 2017

School operations are tackling industry trends while employing a variety of means to address changing rules for school meals, according to a recent survey by the SNA.

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How FSDs are tackling lunch debt

By Benita Gingerella on Oct. 02, 2017

With the USDA’s recent mandate for schools, here’s how some operators are dealing with delinquent accounts, and the lunch shaming often tied to them.

Operations

The state of hunger in K-12

By Lisa Arnett on Oct. 02, 2017

Operators weigh in on hunger and new ways they're tackling it. Read on to see how operators are bringing more to the table to address the hunger needs at schools.

Operations

6 build-your-own bars feeding the customization craze

By Benita Gingerella on Sep. 22, 2017

New DIY bars continue to go beyond the typical salad and taco offerings as operators introduce fresh ways for diners to assemble and customize their meals. 

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University operators share tips for a successful cooking class 

By Benita Gingerella on Sep. 21, 2017

On-campus teaching kitchens get students interested in food and nutrition. Here are seven tips from such operators on how to make a cooking class a success. 

Operations

Top 10 college dining programs

By Benita Gingerella on Sep. 20, 2017

Check out the standout food programs in the C&U segment, as ranked by review site Niche. 

People

A look at the year ahead in K-12

By Dana Moran on Sep. 15, 2017

Some of FSD's past K-12 Foodservice Director and Foodservice Operation of the Month winners share their challenges—and hopes—for the year in dining.

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