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SETTING THE STAGE

The Greenhouse salad station—the first stop in many of our cafés—stands out as the ultimate customization destination. It’s hands down our most popular station and serves as the perfect platform to showcase our commitment to providing a consistently dynamic experience.

It starts with fresh. Nothing says fresh like beautifully-presented crisp, colorful vegetables. It’s also the ideal location to showcase our commitment to seasonality in our menus. Lastly, the salad bar serves as a venue for our chefs to show off their talent and creativity through themed salad bars, marinated salads, and house-made dressings.

Don’t put your salad station on auto-pilot by doing the same old thing the same old way. We’re providing you with the tools to fully re-imagine your station and give it some love with crisp, clean marketing, sharp merchandising, a host of new recipes, a photo gallery full of inspiration, and so much more! So go ahead, dive into this guide, and get ready to have some fun!

DID YOU KNOW?

Daily Dose of Yum!

On an average day, 20% of Americans eat salad.

Salad Is King

The salad bar makes up 36% of our café lunch sales.

Increases Profits

A skillfully-managed salad bar that incorporates regular rotation and top-tier merchandising can enhance sales by up to 20%.

KEEP IT FRESH

Our minimum standard is 80% fresh produce at all times. In addition, the salad bar must reflect the season.

Canned items should be limited to the following: artichokes legumes beets olives

NEVER SACRIFICE QUALITY

Ingredients Define Flavor: The right mix of ingredients will elevate your station, enhance flavor profiles, and enrich the guest experience.

We always:

• offer a house-made dressing

• offer fresh cracked black pepper

• prepare composed salads in-house

• lightly marinate beans and legumes

We never serve:

• shredded iceberg lettuce

• pre-dressed salad greens

• raw sprouts

• imitation bacon bits

• pre-diced ham

The information outlined here should serve as a jumping off point for building your salad bar. Customize your menu mix to make the most of your account’s specific station layout.

MINIMUM STANDARDS

Follow the outlined Minimum Menu Standards for small, medium, and

cafés below.

MEDIUM LARGE

STATION STANDARDS

MENU OPTIONS

sample menu matrix for a medium size account:

LEAFY GREENS

MINIMUM 2

arugula

baby kale

baby spinach

romaine

signature salad blend

spring mix

VEGETABLES

MINIMUM 6

bell peppers

blanched broccoli

cauliflower florets

cucumbers

grape tomatoes peas

pepperoncini

radishes

red onion

shredded carrots

COMPOSED SALADS

MINIMUM 1

blt pasta salad

blue cheese slaw

broccoli bacon salad

cauliflower tabbouleh

cranberry sunflower

kale salad

cucumber, tomato & pepper salad

dijon potato salad

edamame red

cabbage salad

farro brussels & carrot salad

farro salad

w. vegetables

fruit cup

garbanzo bean salad

greek pasta salad

jalapeño slaw

mediterranean

pasta salad

minted lentil salad

w. feta

mushroom & lime salad

pickled sesame

cucumber salad

roasted curry

cauliflower salad

roasted sweet

potato salad

tomato, spinach & feta orzo salad

vegetable pasta salad

ELEVATED VEGGIES

MINIMUM 2

kalamata olives

marinated artichoke hearts

marinated sun-dried tomatoes

roasted beets

roasted butternut squash

roasted carrots

roasted cauliflower

roasted corn

roasted golden beets

roasted yellow squash

roasted zucchini

sliced jicama

MENU OPTIONS (CONT.)

CHEESES

MINIMUM 2

blue cheese crumbles

cottage cheese

cheddar feta

goat cheese

parmesan

DRY TOPPINGS

MINIMUM 2

candied walnuts

dried cranberries

fresh croutons raisins

roasted sunflower seeds

seasoned croutons

spiced pumpkin seeds

toasted almonds

SALAD DRESSINGS

MINIMUM 6 (1 HOUSE-MADE)

PRE-MADE

1000 island

balsamic

blue cheese

caesar french greek

honey mustard ranch

ADD-ONS

MINIMUM 1

cheddar onion biscuits

chips & salsa

clover leaf roll

dinner roll

garlic breadstick

garlic knots

honey kissed cornbread hummus & pita chips

jalapeño cheddar biscuit

sweet potato drop biscuits

PROTEINS

MINIMUM 2 (1 PLANT-BASED)

HOUSE-MADE

avocado ranch

BBQ ranch

berry BBQ ranch

chili crisp ranch

chipotle honey mustard

cilantro lime vinaigrette

citrus vinaigrette

cranberry basil vinaigrette

green goddess ranch

lemon thyme vinaigrette

maple cider vinaigrette

parmesan peppercorn ranch

sante fe ranch

sesame ginger

spicy peanut

sriracha caesar

sun-dried tomato vinaigrette

sweet peach honey sesame

chopped bacon

chopped hard cooked eggs

edamame

flaked tuna

marinated black beans

marinated chickpeas

marinated tofu

sliced grilled

chicken breast

traditional hummus

KEEP IT FRESH

Make the most of your station by considering the following when putting together your salad bar plan.

GUEST FLOW

Begin with leafy greens, then set toppings, dressings, and add-ons. Offer a wide variety of colors and textures to enhance the overall station presentation.

WELLNESS

Enhance the wellness aspect of your salad bar and ensures guests feels full and satisfied by always featuring at least one whole grain (like farro or quinoa) and marinated legumes. Be sure to offer pure balsamic vinegar and olive oil as well as a vinaigrette dressing option.

UPSELL

Upselling enhances your guest experience and increases the overall profitability of the station. Encourage guests to pick up premium additions like a fresh baked good or cup of soup for a truly satisfying lunch option.

ACCESSING YOUR OPTIONS

Utilize the dropdown feature within the MenuWorks menu cycle to see all available options within each category to maximize variety and seasonality.

WHAT RIGHT LOOKS LIKE

Consistency is key at any station, and a properly-executed salad station boosts guest satisfaction and encourages repeat visits. The Greenhouse recipe book provides the latest and greatest recipes and innovation to help you easily identify the right products for your station. The easy-to-follow What Right Looks Like ring binder features dry erase ingredient checklists by category as well as line diagrams by account size to help ensure associates prepare the right food, the right way, every time.

LEVEL UP!

THEMED SALAD BARS

NEED INSPIRATION?

Seize the opportunity to WOW your guests by showcasing ingredients from regions worldwide. Themed salad bars not only break the monotony but also educate guests about the unique flavors of places such as the Mediterranean and Asia.

GREEK

romaine pepperoncini

marinated artichoke hearts

mediterranean chicken breast

feta cheese

mediterranean market salad

greek dressing

greek seasoning

hummus & pita

fresh oregano

kalamata olives

wheat berries

ITALIAN

arugula red onion

marinated sun-dried tomatoes

grilled salmon w. lemon

parmesan cheese

farro salad w. grilled vegetables

balsamic vinaigrette

croutons

garlic breadstick

fresh basil

fresh mozzarella

salami

PAN-PACIFIC

spring mix

bell peppers

fresh roasted carrots

marinated tofu

edamame

pickled sesame

cucumber salad

sesame ginger dressing

fried wonton strips

dinner roll daikon

nori & sesame seeds

udon noodles

S O- CAL

kale

cucumbers

LATIN

signature salad blend

radishes

roasted corn

southwestern chicken breast

cheddar cheese

jalapeño spiked slaw

santa fe ranch dressing

spiced pumpkin seeds

jalapeño cheddar biscuit

avocado

black beans

fresh cilantro

roasted golden beets

chopped hard cooked

eggs

goat cheese

tropical mojito salad

citrus vinaigrette

almonds

sweet potato drop biscuits

chives

jicama

red cabbage

Limited time offers can be found on MyCompass along with corresponding print/digital marketing, email communications, and MenuWorks recipe numbers.

LIMITED TIME OFFERS

Unlock the potential of your salad bar by featuring a limited time offer. Whether as a signature feature or a great seasonal salad, LTOs are a perfect feature for both made-to-order and build-your-own salad stations.

SERIES SIX MARINATED SALADS

Select an LTO that is in season to maximize freshness, appearance, and flavor.

Advertise the promotion at least one week in advance using all available communication outlets.

Use the menu tool to build your LTO lineup. Click here to get started.

Back of House Poster

Level up assets can be found on MyCompass along with corresponding print/digital marketing, email communications, and MenuWorks recipe numbers.

TAKE YOUR STATION TO THE NEXT LEVEL

Don’t put your salad station on auto-pilot by doing the same things the same way. Utilize the following tools to fully re-imagine your station with crisp, clean marketing, sharp merchandising, new recipes, and more.

LEVEL UP ASSETS

MAKE YOUR MARK

SIGNAGE STANDARDS

We know that our business is not a one-size-fits-all model. With this in mind, we’ve created variations within our approved station signage standards to accommodate business needs.

Per-Ounce Pricing Template

The per-ounce pricing template must be utilized for the salad bar.

Rotational Features

Rotational features allow you to highlight seasonal and limited time offers to drive excitement and variety at your station. If you have low census or staffing issues, simply remove the tiles for the day and run your streamlined core menu.

COUNTERTOP SIGNAGE GUIDELINES

Ensure all signage is clean and all components are set straight in the fixture base.

Do not write on the signage template for any reason. If you run out of an item, utilize the “So Good It’s Gone” cling from the Everyday Essentials package. If you need to rework your menu or pricing, order a new sign through the ordering site.

Store additional rotational feature tiles in the provided storage organizer.

MAKE YOUR MARK

DIGITAL SIGNAGE STANDARDS

Digital menu templates are available in both horizontal and vertical formats. Customize The Greenhouse menu PDFs by inputting the price per ounce under “Make it your way”. When you’re done customizing, export them as a jpg.

Station Identifier

The station identifier can be utilized when the station is closed or as a supplemental piece to the countertop fixture.

DIGITAL SIGNAGE GUIDELINES

Make sure all digital screens are in good working order. For example, the screens should not be blue or distorted in color/imagery.

Do not edit/manipulate the signage template outside of its intended function for any reason. If you have a business need outside of the provided templates reach out to Healthcare Marketing for support.

Vertical Menu

Horizontal Menu

MAKE YOUR MARK

SUPPLEMENTAL SIGNAGE

Editable Daily Feature

Utilize this editable 5.5” x 8.5” template to highlight additional features outside of your rotational tiles. This is a great solution to call out a signature salad or seasonal add-on. Pricing is editable or can be removed to accommodate weigh and pay.

Station Identifier - Circular Blade Sign

Enhance the modern aesthetic of the café and take the guesswork out by utilizing overhead blade signs to denote location.

Station Identifier - Countertop Sign

Station Identifier - Dimensional Acrylic

Do you have low ceilings or prefer a minimalist look? The sleek dimensional acrylic backer is the perfect solution for you!

Tight on space? Order a freestanding station identifier to clearly mark your station without requiring wall or ceiling mounting. It’s a simple, flexible solution at a minimal cost. Order from MHCprints.com. 14” x 10”

READY TO ORDER?

Station Identifiers can be ordered through this form here.

LEVEL UP!

MERCHANDISING STANDARDS

Make the right impression at your salad station by utilizing the proper serving utensils in good, clean condition. Replace damaged or mismatched servingware, and NEVER use BOH utensils like spoodles, measuring spoons, or grill tongs.

PACKAGING

SAMPLES

Utilize the packaging managed ordering guide for current offerings and spec information.

Salad Tongs - 6” or 9” Mini Tongs - 7” 32 oz. Sugarcane Coupe Bowl

Lid for Sugarcane Coupe Bowl

Container

x 8” x 3”

LEVEL UP!

MERCHANDISING STANDARDS

Appearance matters. Our new smallwares program features sleek, modern vessels that will elevate the look of your salad bar and help ingredients pop. When budget allows, you should be using this program for your salad station. If you aren’t able to purchase new at this time, ensure that existing pans are matching, clean, free from damage, and the right size/fit for your space.