DHM 1053 INTRODUCTION INTO HOSPITALITY

DHM 4204Food and beverage managementThe Food Service Industry

OVERVIEWFood Service OriginCommercial & Non-commercial Food Service Operation Type Of Food Service FacilitiesThe Future Of Food Service Industry

Food service originHistory

Begin during the 10th century in Hangzhou, a cultural, political and economic center during Chinas Song Dynasty.

Food service also can be traced back to the Roman Empire. These establishments offered meals to travellers who stayed at the inn and may have provided meals to other guests as well.

terminologyThe term restaurant (from the French restaurer) first appeared in the 16th century, meaning a food which restores and referred specifically to a rich highly flavored soup.Commercial and non-commercial food service operationCommercial food serviceCommercial food service operate on a for-profit basis

Types of foodservice within this segment include restaurants, catering and banquets, retail, stadium, and airline and cruise ships.

Although institutions hosting non-commercial foodservice are usually operated as non-profits, the food service operations themselves may be for-profit companiesA commercial food service establishment aim to provide an elegant dining experience that expands customer awareness of culinary possibilities, but if the endeavour doesn't make money it will go out of business.

Commercial restaurants are usually privately owned, whether as independent operations, chains or franchises

Respected commercial restaurants are often passionate about their food, providing fine fare and memorable dining experiences.

Non-commercial food serviceCommercial food service operate on a non-profit basis

This segment prepares and serves food in support of some other establishments main function or purpose.Categories in this segment include schools and universities, the military, health care, business and industry

Non-commercial food service ventures also is financially viable, but they may have more leeway if they serve the ends of the institution as a whole, especially if funds are available to subsidize them

Example :If a school cafeteria is losing money, the administration will look for ways to reverse the loss, but it is unlikely to close the cafeteria.

Non-commercial food service operations may be owned and operated by their affiliate organizations.Type of food service facilitiesCommercial facilities Restaurant Coffee shopFast food restaurantEtc.Schools and universitiesCafeterias Canteen

In-plant facilities

Hospitals and health care centers

The future of food service industryFood service is a complex and fast changing industry, one that has expanded rapidly in last half century

Trends in food serviceGlobal CuisineTechnologySustainable Practices and Organic FoodsHome Meal Replacement