Foodservice SystemsDifficulty 3/5
A cycle menu produces consistent leftovers on the same day each cycle. What is the most appropriate first response?
- AAdjust forecasting and production scheduling against actual census
- BReduce the portion sizes served on that day to cut the excess
- CExtend the cycle length so the pattern is less noticeable to staff
- DReplace the menu items on that day with more popular alternatives
Show answer and rationale
Correct: A. Predictable overproduction is a forecasting and scheduling problem. Standardised recipes and production sheets built on actual census correct it; changing the menu or portions treats a symptom.
- D — Substitution may repeat the error with different items.
- B — Cutting portions affects every patient to fix a production error.
- C — Lengthening the cycle hides the pattern rather than correcting it.