Nutrition & Foodservice Edge Magazine - November/December 2021 - 11

CONS IDERATIONS FOR
SPECIAL EVENTS
As a foodservice manager, you're well aware
of the food safety regulations and budgetary
constraints that affect your daily operations.
These are also factors to be mindful of
when planning special events, along with a
couple other unique issues. Here are some
considerations to keep in mind:
Food Safety
* All standard food safety rules and regulations
still apply for special events. Wright notes,
" Food safety is always a consideration when
we do any type of presentation. As we plan
for the event, we build in control points
where needed. " Thirion echoes this, stating
" We try to do as many of our special events
as possible in the school cafeterias. That way,
we have access to the kitchen and can better
manage food safety issues vs. prepping or
transporting food into a less-ideal space. "
* If staff members are wearing costumes as
part of a special event, be sure the outfits
are safe and sanitary for food handlers. For
example, staff should still wear a hat or hair
restraint, should not have long or polished
nails, and should not wear jewelry.
Budget
* Special events may require different staffing
levels than normal daily operations,
depending on the complexity of the menu
and the involvement of employees during
the event. Be sure to account for this in your
budget.
* Be creative with menu planning, thinking
of how event ingredients can be repurposed
later. According to Dunnam, " I like to work
ingredients into events that are easily crossutilized
in other areas of the operation (like
retail or a featured item on the menu) to keep
costs under control. "
Continued on page 12
YOU MIGHT TEST
OUT nutritionallyelevated
ways of serving
stadium classics, like a
lower-sodium hot dog
on a whole wheat bun
with pineapple salsa,
or nachos topped with
shredded chicken,
beans, and loads of
veggies.
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Table of Contents for the Digital Edition of Nutrition & Foodservice Edge Magazine - November/December 2021

My Recipe for Success
Top 10 Tips & Tools to Achieve Operational Excellence
Connect Corner
Management Connection: Hosting Creative Special Events at Your Facility
Nutrition Connection: Serving Up Joy and Nutrition for the Holidays
Management Connection: Creating Positive Eating Environments
What CDM, CFPP Means to Me
10 Ways to Ensure Your Organization is Transparent and Healthy Post-Pandemic
The Power of Appreciation
Mentoring Cooks and Dietary Aides to Pursue the CDM, CFPP Credential
ANFP Benchmarking Data for Skilled Nursing and Acute Care Facilities
Message from the Chair
CDM, CFPP Spotlight
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Nutrition & Foodservice Edge Magazine - November/December 2021 - Cover2
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Nutrition & Foodservice Edge Magazine - November/December 2021 - My Recipe for Success
Nutrition & Foodservice Edge Magazine - November/December 2021 - Top 10 Tips & Tools to Achieve Operational Excellence
Nutrition & Foodservice Edge Magazine - November/December 2021 - Connect Corner
Nutrition & Foodservice Edge Magazine - November/December 2021 - Management Connection: Hosting Creative Special Events at Your Facility
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Nutrition & Foodservice Edge Magazine - November/December 2021 - Nutrition Connection: Serving Up Joy and Nutrition for the Holidays
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Nutrition & Foodservice Edge Magazine - November/December 2021 - 19
Nutrition & Foodservice Edge Magazine - November/December 2021 - Management Connection: Creating Positive Eating Environments
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Nutrition & Foodservice Edge Magazine - November/December 2021 - What CDM, CFPP Means to Me
Nutrition & Foodservice Edge Magazine - November/December 2021 - 10 Ways to Ensure Your Organization is Transparent and Healthy Post-Pandemic
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Nutrition & Foodservice Edge Magazine - November/December 2021 - 30
Nutrition & Foodservice Edge Magazine - November/December 2021 - 31
Nutrition & Foodservice Edge Magazine - November/December 2021 - The Power of Appreciation
Nutrition & Foodservice Edge Magazine - November/December 2021 - 33
Nutrition & Foodservice Edge Magazine - November/December 2021 - 34
Nutrition & Foodservice Edge Magazine - November/December 2021 - Mentoring Cooks and Dietary Aides to Pursue the CDM, CFPP Credential
Nutrition & Foodservice Edge Magazine - November/December 2021 - 36
Nutrition & Foodservice Edge Magazine - November/December 2021 - ANFP Benchmarking Data for Skilled Nursing and Acute Care Facilities
Nutrition & Foodservice Edge Magazine - November/December 2021 - 38
Nutrition & Foodservice Edge Magazine - November/December 2021 - 39
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Nutrition & Foodservice Edge Magazine - November/December 2021 - 41
Nutrition & Foodservice Edge Magazine - November/December 2021 - Message from the Chair
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Nutrition & Foodservice Edge Magazine - November/December 2021 - CDM, CFPP Spotlight
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