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Operations

Sodexo doubles down on healthy meals for military members

 By FSD Staff on Sep. 19, 2016

The vendor is partnering with celebrity chef Robert Irvine as part of a nutrition initiative.

Operations

New Smithsonian museum unveils cafeteria

 By FSD Staff on Sep. 19, 2016

The eatery aims to serve as an extension of the exhibits.

Workforce

How to find a mentor

By Lisa Arnett on Sep. 15, 2016

Mentorships can be beneficial for operators at any stage, even foodservice directors. Here, operators tackle a few FAQs on seeking out a quality mentor.

People

Creative ways to attract employees

By Jim Korner on Sep. 15, 2016

My first piece of advice is to offer potential staff a fair and equitable starting salary, and don’t haggle over a few bucks to get the person you want. 

Steal This Idea

Recruit with in-house programs

Sep. 15, 2016

Blue Cross Blue Shield brought an academy on-site that trained people with disabilities. Those students spent an hour every day learning to become part of the workforce.

Operations

The ins and outs of forming a purchasing collective

By Dana Moran on Sep. 15, 2016

Purchasing more local, sustainable products is a priority for operators nationwide—but it’s not always feasible. That's where purchasing collectives come in.

Menu

Turning a wok dish into a pizza

By Patricia Cobe on Sep. 15, 2016

Executive Chef Clay Culpepper developed a sweet chili chicken dish several years ago, but he recently decided to transform the Asian flavors into a pizza.

Design

Tap into diners’ talents for dining room decor

By Lisa Arnett on Sep. 15, 2016

Operations are starting to follow suit of K-12 student murals, making the most of the artistic talents of diners sitting right there at the table.

Workforce

5 easier ways to stay on top of continuing education

By Lisa Arnett on Sep. 15, 2016

Continuing education is crucial for directors and their staff alike, but it also can be daunting. How do you know what makes sense for your team?

FSD Culinary Council

3 unconventional takes on chili for fall

By FSD Staff on Sep. 15, 2016

Question:How are you menuing unusual versions of chili for the fall?Answers from FSD's Culinary CouncilFor a Pacific Northwest regional twist, I’m making a seafood chili by adding hot smoked sal...

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