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10:40am MDT

How to Set Up Salad, Soup, Ramen & Potato Bars

Wednesday June 24, 2026 10:40am - 12:30pm MDT

If you've ever wondered about having a salad, soup, ramen, or potato bar, then this workshop is for you. Should they be offered to all grade levels, what are the benefits, and is it cost effective? Laurie Hopper, Kate Huston, and other directors will answer these questions for you.

Speakers

Laurie Hopper

Newsletter Editor; Awards Chair, Montana School Nutrition Association

Laurie has been in food service for over 40 years. I started my food service career by working in the food service department at Billings Senior High School while I was still in school. I have managed numerous restaurants and bakery/delis. I have been the food service director... Read More →

Wednesday June 24, 2026 10:40am - 12:30pm MDT
Gardner B

Workshop

1:30pm MDT

Teamwork Makes the Dream Work

Wednesday June 24, 2026 1:30pm - 3:30pm MDT

Gardner B

We all deal with staff from various backgrounds. Conflicts will arise. Staff members just don't hit it off. Teachers and administration try to tell us how to do our jobs. This workshop will explore ways to make your food service staff work together as one unified team, and how you can work with teachers and administration to make work enjoyable for all.

Speakers

Laurie Hopper

Newsletter Editor; Awards Chair, Montana School Nutrition Association

Wednesday June 24, 2026 1:30pm - 3:30pm MDT
Gardner B

Workshop

Montana School Nutrition Association

10:40am MDT

Laurie Hopper

1:30pm MDT

Laurie Hopper

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