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District turns to student interns to help fill open positions

The nutrition team sources the interns through the district’s student internship program, which pays students to work during part of the class day.

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NYC’s paid-vacation proposal drums up controversy

The call for two weeks of paid time off for virtually all employees of foodservice operations and other businesses is drawing a spotlight.

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New fixation for foodservice employers: Engagement

By Peter Romeo on Mar. 07, 2019

Fostering a connection with hourlies and managers can improve everything from kitchen safety to absenteeism and sales.

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Industry fights back as Congress eyes a federal $15 wage

By Peter Romeo on Mar. 07, 2019

Restaurant advocates argue that more than doubling the lowest pay rate would backfire, causing a loss of jobs.

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6 hair-raising staffing trends

By Peter Romeo on Mar. 07, 2019

The latest labor dynamics may surprise operators.

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How one college's foodservice team handles being shortstaffed

Mar. 06, 2019

A community college FSD shares his thoughts on today's labor difficulties.

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How a college in a restaurant-heavy city thinks about foodservice hiring

By Steve Dwyer on Feb. 22, 2019

FoodService Director recently spoke with the director of operations for Vanderbilt Campus Dining to get his take on today's labor challenges.

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Does employee education boost retention? One restaurant has proof

By Peter Romeo on Feb. 15, 2019

Chick-fil-A surveyed past beneficiaries of its tuition assistance program and found that 90% intend to keep working at the chain even after they earn a degree.

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The state of foodservice staffing

Feb. 13, 2019

In the first episode of FoodService Director’s new podcast, “Dig In,” Content Director Abbey Lewis chats with Editor At Large Peter Romeo about the current jobs landscape and how employers in the foodservice industry are ensuring their workers remain engaged and at the ready.

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Chicago students raise funds to cover foodservice workers’ polar vortex commutes

By FSD Staff on Feb. 08, 2019

In less than one week, the initiative racked up donations totaling more than $1,650.

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