The article is aimed at carrying out a comprehensive analysis and an evaluation of innovative processes that are currently taking place in the organization of school meals of general secondary education institutions (GSEI) of Ukraine and aimed at improving the management of their activities. To achieve the aim, general scientific and special research methods were used. The content essence of some concepts in the theory and practice of catering are closer defined. It is determined that innovations for the development of the organization of catering of schoolchildren in modern GSEI are being implemented in the following directions: updating the collection of recipe dishes for schoolchildren; development of a multi-variant menu of dishes, composed breakfasts and lunches; organization of production of semi-finished products and finished products, new forms of student service; providing new forms of communication between students (their parents) and the head of school canteen production, etc. The assessment of the quality of organization of catering in 10 schools of different districts of city of Kyiv, which have not same level of propensity for innovative changes, is carried out. It is determined that there is a sufficiently strong correlation between the introduction of innovations in the organization of catering in GSEI and the score assessment of the quality of this organization. It is identified that each innovation has certain advantages and probable disadvantages of its implementation, in order to overcome which it is necessary to plan and implement the proposed management measures. Concluding it is substantiated that a system approach to solving a complex of issues related to innovative processes in the organization of catering will increase the efficiency, safety and quality of nutrition of GSEI students and will contribute to improving the management of their activities. It is justified that the presented results are suitable for improving both the management of GSEI and the restaurant facilities organizing meals at the place of study.

Topical issues related to the identification of factors influencing innovative transformations during the COVID-crisis have been highlighted. The aim of the study is to identify opportunities and challenges for innovative transformations and self-development in the context of the COVID-crisis. The methods of systems analysis, surveys and synthesis were used. Research data confirmed that the pandemic has not fundamentally changed the fact that the potential of breakthrough innovations continues to exist. It is not expedient for enterprises to abandon R&D and innovations, despite the current challenges. Innovative transformations require not only financial support, but also human resources and innovative ideas. According to our survey of students in 2020, it was identified that today they can be divided into those who are: 1) able to develop and try to solve problems regardless of the situation; 2) able to take advantage of opportunities but may be unable to resist threats and solve problems; 3) unable to make constructive decisions and think creatively in the COVID-crisis. To ensure progressive innovation development, the number of the first group should be the largest, and the third – the smallest. It is concluded that currently, the situation for innovative transformations is ambiguous. The paradox of imaginary and real positioning is revealed. This showed discrepancies between how potential business managers assess opportunities and respond to challenges in the COVID-crisis.

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