Central kitchens aren’t just about cutting costs. They’re about building a smarter, more resilient foodservice model.

In today’s complex regulatory and operational environment, having credentialed nutrition professionals supporting your program isn’t just valuable — it’s essential.

If you’re going to redesign one space in a middle or high school, make it the cafeteria. Hands down, it delivers the biggest return on investment.

Katherine Galloway is a procurement specialist with more than a decade of experience in child nutrition.

Reaching the 100th day of school is a beloved milestone in elementary education, and it’s the perfect moment to blend learning, nutrition, and school spirit into one joyful celebration.