Food Service Management Companies

Overview

Food Service Management Companies (FSMC) contract with School Food Authorities to manage any aspect of school food service operation related to the School Nutrition Programs.

School Food Authorities remain responsible for monitoring the terms of a contract with FSMCs.

FSMCs commonly perform all or a combination of the following services:   

• Developing menus and menu production records 

• Hiring and managing food service staff  

• Purchasing food, supplies, and/or equipment 

• Preparing, delivering, and/or serving meals 

• Organizing and maintaining program documents (such as daily meal counts, menus, and menu production records) 

• Providing program guidance, training, and consulting services 

Please contact any of the Program Specialists listed below if you’re considering utilizing a FSMC or for any other support involving a FSMC.  

Ali.Lampman@nebraska.gov | 402-560-0418     Erica.Arter@nebraska.gov | 402-560-8246     Shawn.Vondracek@nebraska.gov | 402-480-3046     Susan.Gracey@nebraska.gov | 402-416-4655 

For more information, view the Code of Federal Regulations on FSMCs and Best Practices for Contracting with FSMC.