Snack Stand Standoff: Inflation's Toll on School Concessions

Rising Food Costs

Ah, the noble art of running a high school concession stand—where the aroma of popcorn meets the sweet chaos of game day. All you concession stand warriors find yourselves in the trenches, battling the ever-rising tide of inflation.

Inflation has truly turned the concession playbook upside down. Prices that once seemed just right are now teetering on the edge of not enough. Post-Covid, with the return of eager fans, there was a collective sigh of relief—paired with a slight adjustment in prices.

The idea of bumping up prices by a whole dollar might seem daunting. And then there's the thought of reverting to the age-old practice of dealing in quarters for pricing flexibility.

Going Cashless: The Smarter Choice

Enter the digital age, with solutions like BlazeBite, offering a playbook refresh that could very well be the game-changer. By embracing cashless transactions, we could sidestep the coin conundrum and make the whole experience smoother for everyone—volunteers and fans alike.

BlazeBite brings the ease of mobile ordering, where fans can pick their snacks without missing a play, and volunteers can focus on the joy of serving rather than the math of money handling.

Join the Future: Embrace Innovation

So here's to you, the heart and soul of high school concession stands. May the shift to digital be as rewarding as the cheers from the stands, bringing ease, efficiency, and maybe even a little extra joy to every game day.