Downloadable: Holiday Prep Playbook

Holiday preparation often begins while foodservice teams are still managing summer demand. Yet successful fall and winter programming requires operators to begin holiday menu planning well before the first seasonal event or LTO launches.

Starting early gives your team more time to coordinate purchasing, develop menus, prepare staff, and plan for shifts in seasonal demand. A proactive approach can help maintain consistency and operational efficiency throughout the holiday season.

To support your planning, the Foodbuy Foodservice Culinary Solutions Team has developed a downloadable resource featuring recommended purchasing priorities, labor-conscious holiday menu planning strategies, seasonal dining trends, and menu inspiration for group celebrations.

Download the resource below to help your team prepare for a successful 2026 holiday season.