Based from Mica DumlaoFactors Influencing Food Preferences of Students: Perspective in Developing a Viable Canteen Management Program the students encounter the menu the most likely they will not visit the school canteen. The determinant factors have notable influence on food preferences. It is therefore concluded that the determinant factors are vital in developing a canteen management program, given that the main clients are the students. Meeting the demands, needs and preferences of the students establishes a viable Canteen Management program. Not to highlight the insights and suggestions of students pertaining to physical and sanitary preferences of the students.

According to This stark financial reality is central to the life of a school food service director. It’s closely followed by The Federal Government’s Food and Nutrition Standards, the high expectations of parents and the community and the narrow food preferences of so many children. Budgeting for thousands of wholesome, appetizing, kid-friendly meals on a daily basis is easily compared to a high-wire act. It requires a near-microscopic focus on where every cent goes, and relentless, expert balancing of the nutritional, esthetic, and financial value of every single choice.The cost of school lunch

according to DepEd  Only nutrient-rich foods such as root crops, noodles, rice and corn products in native preparation, fruits and vegetables in season, and fortified food products labeled rich in protein, energy, vitamins and minerals shall be sold in the school canteen. Beverages shall include milk, shakes and juices prepared from fruits and vegetables in season. DepEd Policies on Food Safety in Schools