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How to blow an interview

 By Alaina Lancaster on Apr. 11, 2016

Here’s an interview tip: When asked about management style, don’t respond that you enjoy making people cry. This and other sage wisdom on why hiring managers don’t extend job offers.

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School lunch proposal raises breakfast reimbursement—and CEP admission standard

 By Bianca N. Herron on Apr. 08, 2016

The latest House of Representatives proposal to reauthorize the school lunch program is a mixed bag for school feeders.

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New ranking reveals best high schools for food quality

By FSD Staff on Apr. 06, 2016

William T. McFatter Technical Center in Florida and Itineris Early College High School in Utah top Niche’s 2016 list of public high schools with the best food.

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District to pilot finger scanning to streamline lunch throughput

By FSD Staff on Apr. 06, 2016

Officials say the program will help eliminate clerical errors.

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NJ district rolls out No Foam Cafeteria Zone

By FSD Staff on Apr. 04, 2016

The district hopes to reduce the waste it sends to landfills, as well as the nearly $140,000 it pays per year to have its trash hauled away.

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Examining NY's complex $15 wage deal

By Peter Romeo on Apr. 01, 2016

The measure will create varying rates increasing by different amounts in different areas.

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Hawaii schools use satellite kitchens to reduce costs

By FSD Staff on Mar. 31, 2016

The kitchens save nearly $230,000 per participating school, officials say.

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6 practical ideas for going local

By Patricia Cobe on Mar. 30, 2016

Local sourcing is in high demand, but it can present challenges to foodservice directors. Experts in the field share six tips for meeting these challenges.

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USDA proposes fines for schools not adhering to NSLP standards

By Bianca N. Herron on Mar. 30, 2016

The fines—which could equal up to 10 percent of the total amount schools are reimbursed for lunches—are intended to improve the integrity of the program, officials say.

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NYC’s breakfast in classroom increases participation, not obesity: Study

By Bianca N. Herron on Mar. 30, 2016

The program did not appear to boost students’ academic achievement, despite advocates’ hopes, officials say.

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