Expand the Impact of Your School Meal Program
With Capital Region BOCES Shared Food Service, schools benefit from expert support that enhances nutrition programs, streamlines operations and allows staff to focus on serving students.
Partnering with Shared Food Service gives districts access to experienced food service leadership, nutrition expertise, cost-saving purchasing opportunities and comprehensive program support. We help schools deliver nutritious, appealing meals, maintain regulatory compliance and improve operational efficiency, allowing district staff to focus on what matters most, supporting student success.
A Trusted Partner
More than 30 school districts rely on BOCES’ Shared Food Service for flexible, tailored support. Whether through our 2.5-day or five-day service model, districts benefit from expert consultation, operational support and valuable resources that help enhance nutrition programs and deliver exceptional results for students.
Purchasing Power and Access to Local Food
Maximize food service funds through commodity management, cooperative purchasing support, and access to a wide variety of New York State products.
Menu Planning and USDA Compliance
Access to more than 1,000 USDA compliant recipes, breakfast and lunch menu planning, menu costing, production record support and annual nutrition program reviews.
Program Management and Operational Support
Benefit from expert food service leadership and operational support, including director coverage, procurement and bid compliance management, inventory oversight, staffing guidance, and employee training.
Nutrition Services and Student Support
Registered Dietitians provide nutrition education resources, manage online menu and allergen information, and support meal accommodations for students with special dietary needs.
Shared Food Service Model Plans
From part-time guidance to comprehensive program management, select the level of support that best fits the needs of your district.
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2.5 Service Days |
5 Service Days |
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| Director Involvement | Director provides oversight but is not on-site daily. Requires an on-site cook manager to handle daily operations. | Director is on-site daily to provide leadership and assistance which allows for proactive compliance monitoring and reporting. |
| Focuses | Director focuses on claims, invoices, menu planning and compliance support. | Directors will have a similar focus as a 2.5 day director with additional time for engagement with families, community and administration. |
| Staff Support | Requires on-site cook manager to fill vacancies, document employee issues and handle employee operations. | Director handles day-to-day employee operations. |
| Management | Director advises but does not actively lead special programs, such as efficiency projects, capital equipment projects, wellness committees. | Director leads efficiency projects with established goals and timelines, such as waste reduction and food cost management. |
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This is the best fit for districts comfortable with more operational responsibility at the building level. | This is the best fit for districts that want hands-on leadership and strategic growth. |
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We can save your school district money while providing quality, cost conscious meal options for your students.