Workshops to Go
Bring school nutrition training right to your school with one of our Workshops To Go.
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Culinary Workshops to Go
Bring a culinary workshop right to your school! The Back to Basics
Workshops to Go are 3-hour internationally-inspired
culinary workshops developed for school nutrition staff. Expand the
culinary skills of your staff and promote healthier, made from scratch, customizable
school menu options. Each workshop is $399 with a minimum of 7 participants/
maximum of 14 participants.
Suggested Learning Code: 2130
NEW! Back to Basics: Indian Fare
Spice up your menu with a taste of India and entice your students with a customizable Build-Your-Own Indian dish! In this handson culinary workshop, you will advance your culinary skills while making delicious recipes, such as tandoori chicken, chana masala, aloo gobi, and much more! Read more in the JSI blog...
Back to Basics: Asian Fusion
Discover Asian-inspired cuisine and add a Build-Your-Own Stir-Fry Bowl to your school menu! In this hands-on culinary workshop you will increase your culinary skills and confidence while preparing popular options such as chicken teriyaki, crispy tofu, confetti fried rice, stir-fry vegetables, and more! Read more in the JSI blog...
Back to Basics: Latin American Cuisine
Freshen up your Taco Tuesdays with authentic Latin American cuisine! In this hands-on culinary workshop you will enhance your culinary skills while preparing student favorites, such as fish tacos, fresh salsa, Spanish rice, and more! Read more in the JSI blog...
Back to Basics: Mediterranean Flavors
Liven up your menu by incorporating Mediterranean flavors into each of your meal components. In this hands-on culinary workshop you will advance your culinary skills while making popular recipes your students will love, such as shawarma pita wraps, hummus, tzatziki sauce, and more! Read more in the JSI blog...
Live-Setting Culinary Training
Request our innovative Live-Setting Culinary Training and bring the JSI Chef back to your school to work alongside school nutrition staff during regular production hours to prepare and serve a Build-Your-Own Pita Pocket, Street Tacos, Stir-Fry-Bowl, or Indian Dish. The Live-Setting Culinary Training builds the confidence and skills of your staff to offer customizable, student-approved, internationally-inspired menu options in your high school café. Completion of the Back to Basics: Mediterranean Flavors, Latin American Cuisine, Asian Fusion or Indian Fare workshops is required.
2-hour Culinary Workshops
COST: $299
NEW! Building Flavors that Excite!
Maximum of 14 Participants
Discover how easy it is to prepare your
own spice blends and homemade salad
dressings in this hands-on workshop.
Learn to build culinary excitement and
spice up your menu with delicious flavors!
Suggested Learning Codes: 2130, 2230
Power Up with Plant-Based Lunches
Maximum of 14 Participants
Explore the culinary versatility of a plant-based menu in this hands-on
culinary workshop featuring student approved bean recipes. Prepare a variety
of popular bean recipes and build Power-Packs that will meet school meal
requirements and your students will love!
Suggested Learning Codes: 2130, 2230
Knife Skills: Be a Cut Above the Rest!
Maximum of 20 Participants
Sharpen your knife skills in this hands-on workshop.
Learn proper knife handling while practicing basic cuts and
garnishing techniques to enhance the visual appeal of school meals.
Read more in the JSI blog...
Suggested Learning Code: 2130
Bring school nutrition training right to your school! Each 2-hour workshop is economically priced at $299 (minimum of 15 staff required).
Essentials of Food Safety
Explore food safety basics, including
proper hand washing techniques and effective strategies to prevent crosscontamination.
Learn how to check and record food temperatures to avoid the
danger zone. Discuss how to create a culture of food safety in your school.
Read more in the JSI blog...
Suggested Learning Codes: 2600, 2620, 2640
Exceptional Customer Service
Recognize the importance of exceptional
customer service and enhance your skills using
concepts from The Guest: Everything you already
knew about great customer service training. Create an
action plan to deliver great customer service in
your cafeteria.
Read more in the JSI blog...
Suggested Learning Code: 4130
Finding the Fun at Work with FISH!
Empower your staff with the FISH!
Philosophy by creating passion and engagement at work!
In this workshop, staff along with the school nutrition
director will use the FISH! Philosophy to build an energetic,
innovative, and dedicated team. Director is required to attend.
Read more in the JSI blog...
Suggested Learning Code: 4130, 4140
Food Allergies
Also Available in Spanish!
Learn the difference between food allergies and
food intolerances, foods that commonly cause
allergies, how to read labels for potential allergic
ingredients, and other strategies to manage
food allergies in your school. This workshop is
recognized by DESE and MDPH as acceptable
training required in the Allergen Awareness Act, M.G.L.c.140, § 6B.
Teachers, nurses and other school staff encouraged to attend.
Read more in the JSI blog...
Suggested Learning Code: 1160
Get the Right Scoop!
Scoops, ladles and spoodles… oh my!
Discover why and how to use the correct measuring tools
for proper portioning to meet the meal pattern as well as
the connection between portion control and cost. Recognize
the minimum requirements for each of the five food components with
extra practice on vegetable subgroups.
Read more in the JSI blog...
Suggested Learning Code: 2210
Gluten-Free at School
Learn about gluten, food sources, how to
identify gluten using the food label, make
menu substitutions, and avoid cross-contact.
Explore the different types of gluten-related
disorders and strategies to meet the special
dietary needs of students on a gluten-free diet.
Suggested Learning Code: 1160
Professional Communications
Enhance your communication skills in the
workplace by recognizing barriers, evaluating your
communication style, and discovering the skills and
strategies to strengthen communication within your school.
Read more in the JSI blog...
Suggested Learning Code: 4140
Cancellation Policy: Payment in full is expected for trainings cancelled without a 2-week written email notice. Credit for prepaid JSI trainings will be issued only if written cancellation notice is emailed 2 weeks prior to training date.