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Top 15 healthcare food service stories of 2023

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The year’s top healthcare stories tracked how dining operations in hospitals and medical centers tackled issues like sustainability and the use of technology.

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How Restaurateurs Can Foster Employee Retention During COVID-Driven Labor Shortages

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Meanwhile, food service workers are in high demand. The Bureau of Labor Statistics reported that the food service workforce decreased by 42,000 individuals in August 2021. In parallel, procurement challenges persist as the food service industry reels from ongoing global supply chain disruptions and inventory delays.

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Virtual Acceleration, Raising the Bar and Insult Monitor

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In fact, 54 percent of diners consider new menu items important to their decision when selecting a restaurant, according to a recent US Foods survey.* The majority of fast-casual and fine dining operators are meeting this challenge head-on by adding new offerings monthly,* driving increased competition with bar-and-grill operators.