Tour the Toolkit
Explore the planning, reference, and documentation workflows described in the Learning Center.
After signing in, use the navigation shown in your workspace to find available features. Availability and labels can change as the product develops.
Tool Categories
Tools are organized into categories to help you find what you need:
Planning Tools
- Menu Builder: Draft weekly menus and review configured gap checks
- Week Planner: Drag-and-drop interface for organizing meals
- Tray Builder: Design individual meal trays
- Recipe Card: Document recipes and supporting source information
Meal-Pattern Review Tools
- Meal Pattern Checker: Compare a meal draft with configured meal-pattern checks
- Recipe Crediter: Estimate component contributions for review
- Planning Dashboard: Review available checks and unresolved items
Reference Tools
- Product Database: Search product reference records and source links
- PFS Finder: Look for available Product Formulation Statements
- Meal Pattern Guide: Locate meal-pattern references by age group
Documentation Tools
- Production Records: Prepare daily production-record drafts
- PFS Upload: Organize manufacturer documentation for review
- Activity Sheets: Create educational materials for children
Ask Ben - Your AI Assistant
If Ask Ben is available in your workspace, use it for draft menu suggestions, research prompts, and product help.
Ask Ben
What vegetables go well with grilled chicken for lunch?
Here are some vegetable ideas that can pair with grilled chicken:
- Steamed broccoli - 1/4 cup for ages 3-5
- Roasted carrots - naturally sweet flavor
- Green beans - easy to prepare
Confirm portions, preparation, and creditability with current program guidance.
AI output can be incomplete or wrong. Verify requirements and product crediting against current source documents and your sponsor or state agency.