26/08/2026
Feeling stressed preparing meals in a support team? 😩
When a whole support team is involved in meal preparation, consistency is key. Without clear systems, things can quickly become confusing, wasteful—and potentially unsafe.
1. Standardise meal preparation 🥣
Use the same recipes, equipment, preparation processes, labelling and documentation. Consistency saves time, reduces waste and helps prevent errors.
2. Create dedicated meal spaces 🧊
Give ingredients, containers, shopping bags, ice bricks and prepared meals a designated place. Less searching = a more efficient team.
3. Have one shared communication system 📝
Use a communal whiteboard or shared document for recipe adaptations, mealtime management plans and important updates so everyone has access to the same information.
4. Build a library of favourite meals 🍲
Keep a collection of meals that work well and prepare suitable meals in bulk where possible. This saves time and money while providing variety.
5. Keep food preferences up to date ❤️
Record favourite meals, what worked (and what didn't), meals to repeat and recipe adaptations. This can reduce waste, improve satisfaction and support safe, consistent meal preparation—especially for people with dysphagia.
Good systems = less stress, less waste and safer, more person-centred mealtimes.
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