Production & Labor
Production challenges compound without effective menu production systems:
- Inconsistent food quality and menu rotations
- Limited food production analytics
- Manually managing dietary restrictions and special dietary needs is risky
- The cost of poor food waste management is often overlooked
- Staffing and recruitment challenges
Cura Connect Member Benefit
Cura Connect members will be granted access to our unique processes for managing, maximizing and streamlining food production and waste systems and sourcing food service talent.
Food Production
Our systematic approach to managing and executing an efficient food production system not only ensures your clinical staff meets all regulatory requirement but also helps to keep your program fresh and exciting.
We first begin with an evaluation of your inventory before we work to create your shopping lists, diet load sheets, and food labeling, including any warnings and critical information about how to use a product, storage, and cooking instructions.
Our streamlined procedures, and a revitalized recipe system created by our chefs and dietitians, will safeguard your residents and patients, while promoting health and wellness, regardless of unique dietary needs or concerns.
Food Waste
It’s estimated that roughly 460 pounds of food per resident is wasted each year senior living and care communities. Our experts will train your staff on the importance of food waste, providing a system that maximizes shelf life and perishables and teaches creative practices to up-cycle ingredients.
By adopting these simple changes, Cura Connect will not only help you streamline costs but will reduce your carbon footprint!
Labor Challenges
Our members can overcome increased competition for food service workers by leveraging Cura Connect’s relationships with industry healthcare and hospitality recruiters to source new talent.
For your existing staff, we’ll work with you to identify opportunities to incentivize and encourage comradery through free culinary education, service training, recognition programs, and dining benefits.
Plus, our experience with the latest technology eases labor challenges by creating efficiencies that allow your team members to spend more time engaging with residents.
Elevate your dining experience
Take the first step towards dining excellence. Get in touch with us and see how our experts can refine your operations and enhance satisfaction across the board.