Built for long-term care dining teams
Less paperwork.
More confidence.
Better shifts.
Ready-to-use dietary logs, survey-readiness tools, and CDM study resources. Get organized without building every form from scratch.
One-time purchases • Digital resources from $19.99
Start with the essentials.
One place for the tools your team reaches for.
- Opening & closing checklists
- Cleaning & sanitation logs
- Food temperature records
- Resident care & delivery logs
16 daily tools in Foundations.
Build from there as your role grows.
Choose your next step
The right tools for the job you do.
Start with daily logs, add operational support, or bring your department tools and CDM study resources together.
For everyday organization
Foundations
$19.99
Get the daily basics in place.
- 16 checklists and logs
- Opening, closing, cleaning & sanitation
- Temperature and resident delivery records
- Editable tools with example entries
For survey prep & oversight
Compliance
$74.99
Bring the department together.
- Everything in Foundations
- Survey-readiness & orientation checklists
- Inventory, substitutions & planning tools
- PPD budget tracker with annual summary
For learning & leadership
Signature
$149.99
Build skills for your next chapter.
- Everything in Compliance
- CDM study guide & review modules
- Diagnostic quiz & timed practice exam
- Career and first-90-days resources
Each higher tier includes the tools in the tier below it. Pay once—no recurring subscriptions. Signature includes online access with no scheduled expiration.
Compare at a glance
Every tier is a one-time purchase. Choose the scope you need today.
| Included resources | Foundations $19.99 | Compliance $74.99 | Signature $149.99 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 16 editable daily logs & checklists | Included | Included | Included |
| Survey readiness, orientation & planning | — | Included | Included |
| PPD budget tracker & annual summary | — | Included | Included |
| Online CDM review, quizzes & practice exam | — | — | Included |
| Career & first-90-days resources | — | — | Included |
Practical by design
Know what you’re getting.
Useful resources for the work that happens every day, from opening the kitchen to documenting the last delivery.
A closer look at the actual tools
Watermarked excerpts from the Excel workbooks. Select a sample to enlarge it. Opening and temperature logs are included in every kit; the budget calculator is included in Compliance and Signature.
01 / DAILY ROUTINES
Get the basics right.
Use clear checklists for opening, closing, cleaning, and sanitation so your team has a consistent starting point.
02 / OPERATIONAL OVERSIGHT
See the bigger picture.
Compliance adds a self-audit, orientation checklist, inventory tools, and PPD budget tracking.
03 / PROFESSIONAL GROWTH
Make room to grow.
Signature adds structured CDM review, practice questions, and resources for stepping into leadership.
Built from the work
Real kitchen experience.
Practical tools.
BlueTray was created by Phillip Sanders, a Dining Services Director and Training Center Account Manager with experience leading long-term care dietary teams.
The goal is simple: give busy managers a useful starting point for documentation, staff routines, and professional development.
Practical Tools. Proven Guidance. Better Operations.
Questions before you choose a kit, or need help with an order?
Email Phillip at BlueTray. For purchase support, include your order number.
A few things to know
Which kit should I choose?
Choose Foundations for daily logs. Choose Compliance when you also need survey-readiness, training, and budget tools. Choose Signature when you want the operational tools plus CDM study and career resources.
Are these physical products?
No. These are digital resources. You will not receive a printed binder or a shipped kit. Check the product page for the resources included with your purchase.
Can I adapt the logs to my facility?
The operational tools are editable. Adjust unit names and workflow details to suit your department, and review every form against your facility’s policies before use.
Do the tools guarantee survey results or certification?
No. BlueTray provides practical support and study resources. It does not guarantee compliance, survey outcomes, certification, or exam results. Follow current requirements and your facility’s policies.
How do I get my downloads or ask for help?
After payment, sign in to My Account and open Downloads for your Excel workbooks. Signature customers can also open the Signature Resource Library. For order support, email [email protected].
Where can I review the purchase policies?
Read our purchase terms, refund policy and privacy policy before ordering.
Make the next shift easier to organize
Your tools should help you
get back to leading.
Find the kit that fits your department and your next step.
Compare the toolkitsBlueTray is an independent resource provider. Study resources do not award CDM credentials. Always verify current requirements and facility policies.