From Contract to Collaboration: Getting the Most from Your Food Service Vendor

Your food service vendor can be one of your program’s greatest assets, and the strongest partnerships start with clear expectations and open communication. Whether you work with an FSMC or a vended meal program, this session will show you how to turn your contract into a roadmap for success.

You’ll learn how to:

• Get to know your contract, including deliverables, renewals, and performance standards
• Understand who is responsible for what, from daily tasks to NSLP requirements
• Use simple tools, like checklists and issue trackers, to keep your program running smoothly
• Build routine check-ins that strengthen your relationship and keep you audit-ready year-round
• Learn from real-world examples of districts that built successful vendor partnerships

We hope you’ll join us!