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Signature Series: Barbecue

 Dec. 17, 2013

Whether you're from Texas, Kansas, Memphis or North Carolina, barbecue is a big customer draw, especially when served carved to order, like it's done at DD's BBQ at Dell's headquarters in Round Rock, Texas.

Operations

The Big Picture 2013: Operations

 Dec. 17, 2013

Our research shows few operators expect their catering revenue to decrease in the next two years. That data and more is covered in this survey.

Operations

South Miami Hospital offers new menus for visually impaired

Dec. 16, 2013

Foodservice operations in hospitals are always looking for ways to increase patient satisfaction. One Miami hospital is taking a creative approach by tweaking its menu—by adding sound. 

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Operators eye new generation of vending machines as labor-free fresh food channel

Dec. 16, 2013

The machines are placed in areas of high foot traffic to capture sales.

Steal This Idea

Recognize your staff

Dec. 12, 2013

When we recognize employees, we do so with handwritten cards rather than emails. We also gave all the staff a branded fleece pullover, which went over very well. 

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Washington hospital doubles efforts to use meat without antibiotics

Dec. 12, 2013

About 45% of the meat used in Overlake Medial Center's meat is antibiotic free.

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Salaries still tied to experience—and gender

Dec. 12, 2013

We surveyed nearly 600 foodservice management professionals to find out about their salaries and demographic profiles. It's good news on the salary front if you're a director at a college or hospital, but bad news if you're a woman or working in a long-term care facility.

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Illinois hospital gets high reviews on food, and more foot traffic

Dec. 12, 2013

Mercy Regional Medical Center serves 800 meals a day and is known as a local gathering spot for many employees and patients.

Operations

Lunch dominant daypart, but slipping in schools

Dec. 10, 2013

Lunch makes up the bulk of business at non-commercial locations, according to The Big Picture.

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Equipment purchases

Dec. 10, 2013

Cooking, hot/cold holding and cold storage are the three equipment categories operators plan to upgrade or replace the most in the next two years.

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