Head Start programs
CACFP-compliant menus, nutrition education and kitchen inspections for Head Start programs.
Head Start menus have to meet the CACFP meal pattern, please young children, and hold up to a review. Nutrition Ink writes those menus, provides nutrition education for program staff and families, and performs kitchen inspections so the food service side of the program is ready for its next review. [VERIFY: Matt to confirm the three services above and add any program-specific detail: cycle length, age groups, languages, review support]
What we handle for head start
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Registered dietitian coverage
Our food service and nutrition experts can be placed in your community for long-term or short-term coverage. Many of our RDNs hold specialized clinical expertise and board certifications in gerontological nutrition (CSG), renal nutrition (CSR) or nutrition support (CNSC), and all are trained in the federal and state regulations that apply to your type of facility.
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Menu services
Specialized cycle menus, with custom menus available. Menus are delivered seasonally so they use the freshest ingredients, on paper or through our online MenuCentral™ platform.
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Staff training and certification
Our food and nutrition experts train your staff efficiently and thoroughly, with online education and ServSafe training and certification, so your department runs well between visits.
Menus and manuals for head start
Prices and details are on the menus and manuals and forms pages, where you can also place an order.
Regulations we work to
Head Start programs that serve meals under the Child and Adult Care Food Program must meet the CACFP meal-pattern requirements, and the Head Start Program Performance Standards set expectations for nutrition services and family education. Our menus are written to the CACFP meal pattern and our RDNs support the nutrition-services requirements.
Talk to us about your head start program. Tell us about the facility and what you need, and a staff specialist will be in touch.