Vision, Mission, & Core Values 

Vision, Mission, & Values

Vision & Mission

Vision

Enhance health and wellness through optimum nutritional care.

Mission

Build an inclusive and diverse community of experts in foodservice management and food safety through: 

  • Education
  • Advocacy
  • Research

Core Values

The Association of Nutrition & Foodservice Professionals (ANFP) has adopted a set of Core Values, encouraging its members to maintain ethical and professional standards consistently across all workplace scenarios. 

 

Professional Excellence

Professional Excellence

  • Upholding the highest standards of professionalism and expertise in foodservice management
  • Adhering to and implementing industry best practices
  • Providing optimum nutritional care
 

Integrity and Ethics

Integrity and Ethics

  • Always acting with integrity and upholding the highest ethical standards
  • Leading with honesty, transparency, and accountability in all interactions, fostering trust with all members, partners, and the broader community
 

Adaptability and Resilience

Adaptability and Resilience

  • Recognizing and adapting to industry trends and opportunities
  • Proactively addressing and managing challenges
  • Embracing change and ensuring preparedness and resilience when faced with obstacles
 

Collaboration and Inclusivity

Collaboration and Inclusivity

  • Creating an inclusive community and welcoming environment for all
  • Embracing diverse perspectives and collaborating with all professionals
  • Honoring individuals' unique gifts and abilities
 

Lifelong Learning and Innovation

Lifelong Learning and Innovation

  • Fostering a culture of continuous competence, professional development, and innovation
  • Proactively exploring and embracing new ideas, research, and technologies to implement cutting-edge best practices in foodservice management and nutritional care
  • Collaborating, striving, and demonstrating a commitment to continual growth opportunities
 

Advocacy for Public Health

Advocacy for Public Health

  • Engaging in advocacy efforts to influence policies and practices that support the well-being of communities across all foodservice settings
  • Advocating for public health by promoting optimal nutritional care for individuals regardless of background or circumstances
 

Responsibility for Food Safety

Responsibility for Food Safety

  • Prioritizing food safety and advocating for best practices in safety and sanitation
  • Assuming a leadership role in promoting food protection to contribute to the overall well-being of all communities
 

Empowering Impact and Excellence in Service

Empowering Impact and Excellence in Service

  • Making a positive difference in the well-being of communities and society
  • Recognizing the unique qualities and contributions of all and fostering professional growth opportunities for advancement and success
  • Providing exceptional service in all settings through demonstrated expertise in foodservice management
 

As part of these core values, ANFP members pledge to:

  • Adhere strictly to legal and ethical practices in their profession
  • Decline involvement in activities that prioritize personal gain over the interests of their employer, industry, or profession
  • Safeguard privileged information entrusted to them, maintaining utmost confidentiality
  • Demonstrate loyalty to their employer while dedicated to the mission of customer service
  • Communicate with honesty and precision in all workplace interactions
  • Provide their clientele with the finest products, catering to both nutritional needs and individual preferences
  • Enhance public awareness of the vital role played by nutrition and foodservice professionals
  • Uphold the highest standards of personal conduct

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