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Modern tuckshops run like small businesses, so need records and procedures to ensure the kitchen runs as efficiently as possible and is easy for new staff and volunteers to fit into.
Our member content provides tally sheets; templates for establishing your kitchen workflow; delegating tasks amongst staff and volunteer; maintaining equipment and stock; refurbishment information; as well as seeking valuable feedback from the community via surveys.
Operations Resources
Some students will occasionally be in a position where they have no food to consume at school or resources to purchase food....
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5 May 2022
QAST’s Menu Health Check service is designed to assist school tuckshop staff and management with the development...
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30 March 2022
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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24 November 2021
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22 September 2021
Using our checklist is an excellent place to start, to identify issues and begin troubleshooting. Check off the problem...
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22 September 2021
Getting feedback from your school community about opening days, menu, special days etc, can be very useful. When choosing...
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22 September 2021
Using the stations described earlier in the procedures section, split the workflow and draw a plan of the tuckshop including...
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21 September 2021
Efficient management of stock will help reduce wastage and ensure that everything is on hand when required. An up to date...
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21 September 2021
Equipment
Commercial cooking equipment like ovens, contact grills, and dishwashers make catering in tuckshops more...
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21 September 2021
Daily Tally Sheets
A daily tally sheet records all items that need to be prepared based on the number of orders received....
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21 September 2021
A daily schedule provides clear direction for staff and volunteers in managing the incoming orders. Develop a daily schedule...
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21 September 2021