Ovens 101-Using the right tool for the right job. 

In this session you will learn the differences between radiant, convection, and combi ovens. When it’s appropriate for each and the variety of operational ways you can use them with or without ventilation. 

The Ethics of Food Service 

Today’s food service environment is more complex than ever. Just doing the “right thing” has never been harder. Ethical considerations in modern food service are multifaceted, encompassing food safety, labor rights, environmental impact, marketing practices, workplace culture, and adaptation to global challenges. Addressing these areas is essential for building a responsible and sustainable food service industry. In this one hour session learn to LEAD with Integrity personally, departmentally, and professionally for yourself and for your community. If not now, when? If not you, who?

Session to take place at Northeast Christian Church, 990 Star Shoot Pkwy, Lexington

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This session will use the baseball theme of building a winning team. The “Warmup” will review the strategic line-up in a kitchen and components of a strong team. The second area will be “Building the Infield” and identify the production schedules, planning the checklists needed by positions, and identifying daily, weekly, and monthly work items. Next, “Second Inning: Setting the Defensive Alignment” will discuss efficiencies possible for teams, and a worksheet will be used to “practice grounders” for groups to propose the best layout for making salads (recipe and graph paper provided as handout). The final inning will cover “Outfield Coverage- Reworking the Serving” and demonstrate “homerun” Student Serving Lines.

Vendor Guests: Core Group; Parsley Marketing; Kellanova

Session will take place at Northeast Christian Church, 990 Star Shoot Pkwy, Lexington

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Ready to create a customized communication hub for your school nutrition department? In this hands-on work session, you’ll learn step-by-step how to build your own Google Site.  Whether you're starting from scratch or looking to enhance an existing site, this session will guide you through the process of designing a user-friendly, functional site that meets your department's unique needs. Bring your laptop and get ready to dive in as we explore site structure, content organization, and best practices for keeping your team informed and engaged. By the end of this session, you’ll have the foundation of your very own Google Site and the skills to continue building a dynamic internal communication tool for your team.

PLEASE BRING YOUR LAPTOP COMPUTER TO THIS SESSION

Session will be in person at the KEDC Office, 118 James Ct., Lexington

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Thursday, November 13, 2025

Training:   Thursday, November 13, 2025, 8:00AM - 4:00PM EST
Exam: Thursday, November 13, 2025, 4:15 PM EST

Includes training materials sent in advance, a full day of training with ProTeam’s Sarah Carlson, and exam. Lunch will be provided.

This training will take place at the KEDC Lexington Office, 118 James Ct #60, Lexington 40505
CEU Codes: 2600

*Price is $300 for first two registrants from each district. Each additional registrant is $275.

No cancellations after October 14, 2025. Due to the nature of the class, we are unable to provide refunds past the set cancellation date, October 14th.

This will be the only ServSafe session offered this school year through KEDC.

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Hear updates from KDE on the updated Wellness plan regulations and tools to use to make sure you have a compliant plan in place.

Presenter(s): Katie Embree (KDE), ProTeam

Vendor Guests: Tyson Foods, SmartSystems, Schwan’s

This event will take place at KEDC Office, 118 James Ct., Lexington

Professional Standards: 3230

Registration coming soon.

Want the scoop on the updated regulations for the school breakfast and lunch programs? Today's session will break down all the new regulations so you understand what's changed, what it means for SY 25-26 and beyond, and how to stay compliant without the stress. Come hungry to learn because we're serving up new regs with a side of fun!

Vendor Guests: MBC Companies; International Food Solutions; Acxion Foodservice\

Presenter: Sarah Carlson, MS, RD, LD (ProTeam)

This event will take place at KEDC Office, 118 James Ct., Lexington

Professional Standards: 1110

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Learn ways to streamline operations by developing good work processes,  work schedules, serving line set-up and more.  

Parsley Marketing

Presented By: ProTeam

This event will take place at KEDC Office, 118 James Ct., Lexington

Professional Standards: 3210, 2420

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Training: WEDNESDAY December 4, 2024  8:00 - 4:00 p.m. EST
Exam: WEDNESDAY December 4, 2024 4:15 PM EST

Includes training materials sent in advance, a full day of training with Smart Systems, and exam. Lunch will be provided.

This training will take place at the KEDC Lexington Office, 118 James Ct #60, Lexington 40505
CEU Codes: 2600

*Price is $300 for first two registrants from each district. Each additional registrant is $275.

No cancellations after November 18, 2024. Due to the nature of the class, we are unable to provide refunds past the set cancellation date, November 18th.

This will be the only ServSafe session offered this school year through KEDC.

Register here.