04/19/2026
Child Nutrition Directors: Don’t let your program run you - do this instead 👇
1. Plan production ahead - stop reacting every day
2. Standardize recipes - consistency protects your program
3. Train your team constantly - systems only work if people do
4. Track food waste daily - this is where budgets disappear
5. Use proper cooling methods - food safety is non-negotiable
6. Organize storage (FIFO) - protect quality and inventory
7. Simplify menus - complexity slows everything down
8. Monitor holding times - quality drops faster than you think
9. Build prep systems - don’t rely on daily improvisation
10. Cross-train staff - avoid bottlenecks
11. Document processes - make it repeatable
12. Stay ahead of compliance - don’t wait for audits
13. Optimize labor - time is your biggest cost
14. Invest in the right equipment - not just the cheapest
15. Build a system that works… even when you’re not there
Which one is costing you the most right now?
I see this every single week. If this feels familiar… let’s fix it.
