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Alaina Lancaster

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Alaina Lancaster

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How to get the community involved in contract shopping

The director of DC Public Schools shares his tips for a meal program by the people, for the people.

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5 trends we stumbled upon at the NRA Show

Check out five trends shaping the next year in noncommercial foodservice.

Design

3 new concepts shaking up C&U

Check out how these universities are capturing off-campus students, slicing labor in half and shrinking pre-consumer food waste.

Workforce

4 warning signs for potential hires

Times have changed, but two documents still have the power to paint an early picture of a job candidate’s desirability: a cover letter and resume.

Menu

Spinning limited-time offers and events into a research opportunity

Thrifty foodservice directors are churning out limited-time offers and events to provide more telling feedback on potential menu items.

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On-campus c-stores double down on social media marketing

In the last 5 years, twice as many foodservice directors running on-campus c-stores have turned to social media to reach their customers, and it might actually be working.

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FDA unveils menu-labeling enforcement start, final requirements

The agency set a date and spelled out the once-vague guidelines.

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School Nutrition Association selects school lunch heroes

The School Nutrition Association has honored three individuals for their commitment to nutrition.

Workforce

How to create a team of responsible whistleblowers

Creating an environment where employees feel comfortable reporting a problem doesn’t have to divide your staff.

Operations

Bill includes funding to study Child Nutrition Programs reporting requirements

Today, a full committee will review this year's House Agriculture Appropriations bill, which includes $1 million toward studying more efficient Child Nutrition Programs reporting requirements.

Workforce

The growth of the gig economy

The gig economy, also known as the shared or on-demand economy, leverages app-based technologies to match independent workers and customers.

Operations

Combi ovens make it easier to menu barbecued flavor

Many modern combi ovens feature optional smoking boxes, which operators can fill up with wood chips of their choice and turn on preset smoke-cooking settings.

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