Lisa Arnett

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Which apple type for which dish?

When autumn arrives, bringing with it an ample harvest of apples, it’s time to take advantage. Operators name their favorite varietals and how best to serve them.

Big organizations think big-picture about hunger

The SNA and its philanthropic sibling are taking initiative with one clear goal to get operators to be equipped to make sure that kids’ nutritional needs are met.

Operations

How 2 districts are handling unpaid meal balances and lunch shaming

Lunch shaming has become a hot topic among K-12 operators. Here, two districts discuss how their program has handled the dreaded discussion of unpaid meal balances.

Operations

Deciding whether a commissary kitchen makes sense

Whether or not a commissary is logical for an operation comes down to costs versus benefits. An operation should consider these factors when centralizing operations.

Design

Beating the heat

Here's how to keep your employees cool during sweltering summer temps. Operators share their trusted tactics for keeping staff comfortable this summer.

Sharing the dish on local dishes

The approach of keeping the menu local isn’t limited just to produce sourced close to home. Three operators share how they incorporate local specialties.