In the human services industry, where every dollar counts, finding the right vendors at the right price is crucial for maintaining operations and maximizing resource allocation. The process of sourcing vendors can be time-consuming and often overwhelming, especially when you’re balancing strict budgets, regulatory standards, and the unique needs of your clients. That’s where a service vendor sourcing partner like Food & Supply Source comes in.  Why Sourcing the Right Vendors Matters for Human Service Organizations  For organizations in human services, efficient vendor sourcing isn’t just about reducing expenses; it’s about enhancing service quality, improving operational efficiency, and ensuring consistency across the board. By partnering with Food & Supply Source,...

Menu planning is crucial for the human services segment, particularly because it directly impacts both the quality of care provided to clients and operational efficiency.  Here are a few reasons why it’s essential:  Nutritional Standards: Many human service organizations, such as rehabilitation centers, must meet specific dietary guidelines and nutritional standards. Menu planning ensures that clients receive balanced meals tailored to their health needs.    Cost Management: Thoughtful menu planning helps control food costs, an important consideration for organizations operating on tight budgets. By planning menus in advance, organizations can minimize food waste, leverage bulk purchasing, and ensure that meals are prepared using cost-effective ingredients.   Compliance and Regulation: In...

The impact of food costs on human service organizations is significant, and finding ways to save on food purchases can directly influence their ability to allocate resources efficiently and fulfill their missions. As rising food costs stretch budgets thin, organizations are often forced to make tough decisions about how to prioritize their limited resources. Here are several ways in which food costs can impact your organization:  Budget Constraints and Resource Allocation  Increased Costs: Rising food costs directly impact the budgets of human service organizations, which often operate with limited funding. When food prices increase, a larger portion of the budget must be allocated to purchasing food, leaving less available for...

 Follow Food & Supply Source on Instagram & Facebook to see fresh, new menu ideas every Monday!  #MenuMonday Ingredients: Salad Ingredients: 10oz cherry tomatoes cut in half 1/2 medium red onion thinly sliced 1 12oz jar of marinated artichoke hearts strained from water/marinade 1 15oz can of cooked chickpeas strained, rinsed, and dried (about 1 1/2 cups cooked chickpeas) 2 Tbsp fresh basil chives finely diced 1 Tbsp capers Tuscan Vinaigrette: 1/4 cup olive oil 2 Tbsp red wine vinegar 1 tsp dried parsley 1/4- 1/2 tsp salt add more or less depending on preference 1/2 tsp garlic powder or 1 garlic clove finely minced 1/4 tsp ground black pepper    ...

 Follow Food & Supply Source on Instagram & Facebook to see fresh, new menu ideas every Monday!  #MenuMonday Ingredients: 1 1/2 (680g) zucchini, cut lengthwise into wedges (about 3 medium zucchini) 1/2c (50g) freshly grated Parmesan 1tsp (5ml) dried herbs-thyme, oregano, basil, rosemary, etc… 1/2tsp (2.5ml) smoked paprika 1/2tsp (2.5ml) garlic powder 1/2 Kosher salt, to taste black pepper, to taste (freshly ground if possible) 2 Tbsp (30ml) olive oil 3Tbsp (45ml) chopped fresh parsley leaves           Directions: 1.Preheat oven to 400°F. Line baking sheet with parchment or aluminum foil. Spray with non-stick cooking spray. 2.In bowl, combine Parmesan, dried herbs, smoked paprika, and garlic powder, salt, and...

 Follow Food & Supply Source on Instagram & Facebook to see fresh, new menu ideas every Monday!  #MenuMonday Ingredients: 1 salmon fillet (thaw if frozen) 1/2c Feta cheese 1/4c chopped fresh parsley- rough chopped you will finish chopping with Feta 2 Tbsp chopped fresh chives-rough chopped you will finish chopping with Feta Juice from half a lemon 1/8 tsp salt pinch of pepper             Directions: 1.Preheat oven to 400 degrees. 2.Line baking sheet with parchment or foil for easy clean-up. 3.Combine parsley, chives, feta, lemon, salt and pepper on cutting board. 4.Run knife through it several times, chopping up all ingredients to mix. 5.Spread on fillet. 6.Bake...

 Follow Food & Supply Source on Instagram & Facebook to see fresh, new menu ideas every Monday!  #MenuMonday Ingredients: 2 ripe medium avocados, fleshed and diced 4oz feta (block will yield best taste and texture) 3 medium Roma tomatoes, seeded and diced 1/3 cup diced red onion 2 cloves garlic, minced 1/2 cup chopped parsley (or cilantro) 1 Tbsp extra virgin olive oil 1 Tbsp apple cider vinegar (or white vinegar) 1/2 tsp fine sea salt, or to taste             Directions: 1.Check avocados: Make sure your avocados aren’t too soft so they hold their texture better. 2.Cut 4oz block of feta into cubes. 3.Add all ingredients: In...

 Follow Food & Supply Source on Instagram & Facebook to see fresh, new menu ideas every Monday!  #MenuMonday Ingredients: 2 medium zucchini cubed 4 fully cooked sausages sliced into circles 1/4-in thick 1 onion cut into 3/4 -in pieces 1/4 tsp garlic powder 1/2 tsp dried oregano 1/2 tsp dried basil fresh basil for garnish 1 bell pepper cut into 3/4-in pieces 1/4 tsp onion powder 1/4 tsp pepper 2 1/2 tbsp olive or avocado oil 1/2 tsp salt 1 tsp garlic minced       Directions: 1.Heat 1 tbsp of olive oil in a skillet over medium-high heat. 2.When the oil is hot, then add chopped sausage and saute, flipping sausage...

 Follow Food & Supply Source on Instagram & Facebook to see fresh, new menu ideas every Monday!  #MenuMonday Ingredients: 2 flatbread crusts 2 Tbsp olive oil 4-6 Tbsp apricot jam zest of 1 lemon (about a Tbsp) 8oz plain goat cheese 1 cup flesh blueberries 4-9 Tbsp honey a small handful fresh mint leaves, julienne cut Kosher salt             Directions: 1.Make my super quick and easy 5 minute flatbread dough and par-bake it according to recipe directions. Or use two store-bought flatbread crusts. 2.Heat oven to 500 degrees 3. Brush both crusts with olive oil. Divide apricot jam and lemon zest evenly between the flatbread crusts. 4.Divide...

 Follow Food & Supply Source on Instagram & Facebook to see fresh, new menu ideas every Monday!  #MenuMonday Ingredients: 1 Package sugar cookie dough mix or your favorite recipe 8oz Brick Cream Cheese- Softened 6Tbsp Butter- Softened 2 cups confectioners sugar 1tsp vanilla extract Pinch salt Assorted berries and fruit blueberries, strawberries, raspberries, kiwis, mandarin oranges             Directions: 1.Prepare sugar cookie dough according to package or recipe directions. 2.Roll dough to about 1/4 inch thick and cut out egg shaped cookies. 3. Bake accordingly to package or recipe directions. 4.Remove from the oven and allow to cool. Move to a cooling rack to cool completely. Frosting 1.Place...