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Menu Planning Resources
The menu controls the heart and soul of a tuckshop operation… the food.
When planning a menu it’s important to consider the capacity for making food on site, the nutritional needs of students, supply availability, dietary requirements, and how appealing the menu will be to the school community, which will determine how you market it.
Costing is also crucial as it will determine the success of your financial goals.
Menu planning can be a daunting process for convenors, especially if you’re new to working in a tuckshop.
Our menu planning resources cover topics like how to create an efficient menu, portion control, managing workflow, marketing options, service styles, meeting dietary requirements, and how to plan in line with the Smart Choices strategy.
Menu Planning Resources

Keen to make your tuckshop menu healthier and have no idea where to start? Healthy and profitable menus don’t need to be super-extensive...
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Celebrated each year on 31 October, Halloween is a favourite with the kids and a great opportunity to get creative in the...
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Gluten is a protein found naturally in wheat, rye and barley-based products. These are generally foods such as bread, pasta,...
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We all want to start thinking about winding down for the Christmas holidays, but give yourself some peace of mind over the...
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Islam is one of the fastest growing religions in Australia, so it’s important to understand its different dietary...
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A nourish bowl is a well-balanced, healthy meal containing a variety of nutrient dense ingredients, including vegetables,...
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Coffee and coffee-style drinks contain caffeine and there are no clear guidelines around a safe level of caffeine consumption...
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Smart Choices applies to all situations where food and drink is supplied in the school environment including tuckshops,...
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A Menu Health Check by QAST can help you identify the strengths of your current menu and give you ideas on how to make it healthier....
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One of the best ways to teach our children to appreciate cultural diversity is through tasting and cooking foods from around...
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Have you ever stopped to think about what makes you love (or hate) a food? For many children with ASD eating can be challenging,...