
Healthcare foodservice has changed dramatically over the past few years. In the 2015 healthcare census, 45% of the hospitals surveyed specified offering some sort of on-demand room service to patients. In addition, […]
Healthcare foodservice has changed dramatically over the past few years. In the 2015 healthcare census, 45% of the hospitals surveyed specified offering some sort of on-demand room service to patients. In addition, […]
Working in a hospital kitchen can be hectic and stressful, especially during peak dining hours. With only few minutes to prepare each tray with the right meal combination, beverages and condiments, forgetting […]
A noisy hospital hallway isn’t part of the ideal environment for a recovering patient but in many facilities, the scene of a noisy metal meal delivery cart is played out several times […]
Over 45% of US hospitals offer hotel-style room service to their patients. One of the benefits of room service is the flexibility of ordering meals beyond the typical dining hours which in […]
Loss of appetite can trigger unhealthy weight loss among elderly and can lead to serious health complications. While suppressed appetite has often been explained by conditions such as the inability to chew […]
The recent ANFP regional conference in Anaheim provided a substantial amount of valuable information to the hundreds of healthcare foodservice professionals in attendance. The educational sessions were presented by some of the […]
Healthcare is one of the biggest contributors to food waste in United States. While food costs continue to rise, the hospital segment alone generates about 170,000 tons of food waste annually and […]
Most foodservice operators are familiar with the HACCP principals. But even if one knows about HACCP, it doesn’t mean it’s always being followed. The potential for hazard in foodservice is constant. Looking […]
Reducing readmission rate is a critical aspect of government reimbursement programs for hospitals. Low readmission isn’t only a sign of a higher quality of care but also the key for having more […]
If you don’t have the resources to expand your cafeteria, you’ll be surprised to find out that there are quicker and more cost effective ways to add top-selling items to your revenue […]