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Connecticut awards over $2.8M in farm-to-school grants

By Benita Gingerella on Feb. 12, 2024

The 53 grants will increase the availability of local foods in schools and more.

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Chartwells K12 turns to tech as it continues to manage rising costs

 By Benita Gingerella on Feb. 08, 2024

Chartwells K12 CEO Amy Shaffer says that the foodservice provider will be leaning into tech as it makes plans for the future.

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Compass Group sees an improvement in attracting and retaining labor

By Reyna Estrada on Feb. 08, 2024

The foodservice provider reported strong sales in its first fiscal quarter of 2024, noting improved labor conditions.

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How Charleston's Husk restaurant stays relevant in a competitive dining city

By Patricia Cobe on Feb. 08, 2024

GM Steven Chandler honors the restaurant’s legacy while moving it forward in step with the trends.

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Aramark launches new DEI workforce series

By Benita Gingerella on Feb. 06, 2024

Beyond the Plate aims to educate staff about the cultural significance of the cuisines they serve.

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Sodexo acquires Five Star Food Services

By Reyna Estrada on Feb. 06, 2024

Five Star Food Services, a provider of on-site food and beverage services for workplaces, has been acquired by Sodexo’s foodservice convenience solutions arm.

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Nebraska bill would require state to sign up for Summer EBT

By Benita Gingerella on Feb. 06, 2024

Also in this week’s K-12 legislative update: a federal bill aims to beef up cybersecurity in the agriculture and food sectors and a New York lawmaker renews push for universal free school meals.

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Moderating inflation helps Aramark's sales

By Reyna Estrada on Feb. 06, 2024

Moderating inflation, along with strong sales at colleges, and spending and attendance at events led to a strong first fiscal quarter for Aramark.

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How Western Placer Unified is helping students strengthen their connection with food

By Benita Gingerella on Feb. 05, 2024

Chef demos, farmer visits and more have become commonplace at the district this school year thanks to Director of Food Service Christina Lawson, who focused on growing the district's farm-to-school efforts as part of her capstone for the Chef Ann Foundation’s Healthy School Food Pathway Fellowship program.

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Chartwells Higher Ed brings back its Delight-Ful event for a third year

By Benita Gingerella on Feb. 02, 2024

As part of this year’s celebration, the foodservice provider is offering a special ‘Dine and Delight’ menu which features students’ favorite dishes.

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