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Hospitals & Long-term Care

Operations

A movable feast of ideas

 By Dana Moran on Feb. 13, 2017

Throughout this issue, we’ve highlighted stealable ideas in all realms of noncommercial foodservice, from protein-focused sides to legalized marijuana.

Menu

The year of brisket

 By Jill Failla on Feb. 13, 2017

The demand is up for smoked sausage (+19%), beef brisket (+12%) and beef ribs (+16%) for dinner—a trend noncommercial operators say they are also noticing.

Operations

Marketing takeout windows

By Amy McKeever on Feb. 13, 2017

UVM Medical Center opened a takeout window in its new Garden Atrium cafe, following that up with a monthslong soft launch.

Operations

2017 renovation survey: A change could do some good

By FSD Staff on Feb. 13, 2017

FSD pairs the results of our 2017 Operator Renovation Survey with a look back at real-life examples that highlight FSDs who successfully put change into action.

People

How to be customer-friendly while attracting young talent

By Lynne Eddy on Feb. 13, 2017

To get on the same page with your younger staff, you have to take the time to listen and explain.

Steal This Idea

Scroll through social media for ideas

Feb. 13, 2017

Last year, Joe Alonzo started a Pinterest account—not for marketing, but for my team, so that they can look to the recipes for inspiration and try something new.

Menu

Keep meat and protein-based sides on the front burner

By Julianne Pepitone on Feb. 13, 2017

Vegetables and grains have stepped into the spotlight, thanks to the “flipping the plate” trend, but protein is still an important part of a balanced diet.

Menu

An allergen-free take on chicken tetrazzini

By Patricia Cobe on Feb. 13, 2017

The No Whey station in the main dining hall at Georgia Southern University offers students meals that are free of the eight most common allergens.

Workforce

How to make paid sick and parental leave work for your operation

By Alaina Lancaster on Feb. 13, 2017

So-called fringe benefits such as paid sick and parental leave are anything but fringe in 2017. This year, jurisdictions are enacting medical and family leave laws.

Operations

Hospital debuts room service

By FSD Staff on Jan. 25, 2017

Patients now receive a restaurant-style menu that includes photos of the dishes.

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