Menus for each facility are written by Gourmet Dining Services' Registered Dietitian and conform to current guidelines as indicated by the American Dietetic Association. Menus are written to meet the nutritional needs of each specific population. All regular menus for these facilities fit within the guidelines of the Heart Healthy diet as recommended for healthy adults by the American Heart Association. Menus for the Essex County Juvenile Detention Center meet all requirements for the National School Breakfast and Lunch Program, in addition to, meeting the nutritional needs for this age group. Nutritional analysis of all diets is performed using the most recent computer analysis software.
Care is taken when planning the menus to provide for optimum client satisfaction.
Aesthetic factors of the menu items including flavor, texture, color, and method of preparation are considered to provide a menu that is varied. Age, cultural background, religious, and ethical issues of the client are also considered to ensure that the menu will be well accepted. Quality standards including proper storage of food items, proper cooking procedures, time and temperature control, and sanitation regulations are enforced to provide premium food quality and safety and allow for maximum client satisfaction. Back to main.