Catering Management

Catering Management, Third Edition gives detailed advice on all the crucial business aspects of on- and off-premise catering. The Third Edition features special new material on non-hotel catering operations—such as small business management and running your own catering operation. It presents fresh information on menu design and pricing, complete with illustrative menu examples and tips for using software tools to create enticing menus.

The first and only comprehensive guide to the field of INFLIGHT CATERING MANAGEMENT Inflight catering has, over the past thirty years, evolved into a distinct branch of the noncommercial foodservice industry complete with its own unique set of equipment, preparation, storage, disposal, and distribution requirements. Yet, until now, there were no books devoted exclusively to the needs of foodservice management professionals and students interested in pursuing a career in this fascinating and highly lucrative field. This book fills that gap. Written with the full support and cooperation of the Inflight Food Service Association's Education Committee, Inflight Catering Management is both a valuable professional resource and an excellent text for noncommercial foodservice management courses. It provides comprehensive coverage of all essential aspects of contemporary inflight foodservice operations, including: Bidding, contract management, and the airline/caterer interface Caterers' equipment and facilities Onboard equipment and facilities Quality assurance Food safety and sanitation Waste management Current and future career opportunities

An essential, comprehensive, and up-to-date guide for catering professionals Catering Management covers all aspects of the catering business, from sales, marketing, and pricing to food and beverage service, menu planning, equipment, staff training, and more. This new edition is completely revised with information on sustainable and green catering practices, digital menu and proposal design, new catering industry software, and the expansion of the event market. State-of-the-art marketing strategies, including social networking, web promotion, and on-demand proposal development are also covered in detail. Completely updated with the latest industry practices and guidelines Covers every aspect of catering, from business management basics to food service and menu design Written by an expert with more than 35 years of experience in the business Whether you're starting a catering business or just trying to catch up with the competition, Catering Management, 4th Edition is the comprehensive reference that tells you everything you need to know.

For nearly two decades, Off-Premise Catering Management has been the trusted resource professional and aspiring caterers turn to for guidance on setting up and managing a successful off-premise catering business. This comprehensive reference covers every aspect of the caterer's job, from menu planning, pricing, food and beverage service, equipment, and packing, delivery, and set-up logistics, to legal considerations, financial management, human resources, marketing, sanitation and safety, and more. This new Third Edition has been completely revised and updated to include the latest industry trends and real-life examples.

Eating Habits Of Man Have Changed Right From The Stone Age To The Modern Age. In Ancient Days Men Used To Take Their Meals At Home, Whereas Today People Are Required To Spend Most Of Their Time In Offices And Other Establishments. This Has Created A Relative Shortage Of Domestic Help And Working Women Can No Longer Entertain At Home Easily. The Size Of Homes Has Also Become Smaller And This Has Created A Demand For Facilities For Entertaining Outside. This Demand Provided In Impetus To Catering Establishments To Extend Their Services And Provide Package Deals In The Form Of Complete Arrangements For Parties, Festivities And The Like.The Development Of The Country In Different Spheres Of Education, Tourism, Health Care, And Modes Of Travel From Road To Railway And Air Has Tremendously Changed The Requirements Of People For Eating Outside Their Homes And Has Generated The Need For Well Planned Catering Facilities. Along With The Change Inpeoples Requirements For Eating And Entertaining Outside The Home, There Has Been An Escalation In The Number And Types Of Catering Establishments. These Have Sprung Up In An Organised Manner, As Well As Unorganized One-Off Operations. In The Vastly Competitive Catering Environment Of Today It Is Imperative For One-Off Operations To Become Organised, And For Organised Establishments To Enlarge The Scope Of Their Activities In A Professional Manner.The Catering Industry Is One Of The Largest Foreign Exchange Earners For The Country, In Addition To Providing Employment Opportunities To People Of Varying Skills. The Nature Of The Industry Also Has The Potential Of Providing Avenues For Self-Employment. To Run Any Catering Establishment, One Should Have The Complete Know-How Of Catering Management To Ensure A Fair Deal To The Customer.The Plan Of This Edition Remains Unchanged And Contains Eight Independent Units Which Have Been Updated Where Necessary. The Units Cover The Complete Range Of Activities In Any Establishment. Unit I Explains The Principles, Functions And Tools Of Management, And Methods Of Optimising The Use Of Resources. Unit Ii Provides Complete Information On Spaces Like Kitchen, Storage And Services Areas. Unit Iii Discusses The Essential Equipment Required In An Establishment Of Any Size; And Suggests Methods Of Selection, Installation, Operation, Purchasing And Maintenance Of Equipment Unit Iv Explains The Characteristics Of Food And How Best They Can Be Purchased, Stored And Used For Food Production And Service. Unit V Discusses The Financial Aspects Of Management And Accounting. Emphasis Has Been Laid On Food Cost Control Measures And Pricing. Unit Vi Provides Complete Information On Personnel Management, Recruitment Of Staff, Employee Benefits And Training. Unit Vii Is Devoted To Hygiene, Sanitation And Safety Measures Necessary For Maintaining The Health Of Customers And Staff. Unit Viii Focusses On Future Trends In Catering. Appendices Have Been Provided On Different Aspects Of Catering And A Glossary Is Also Included For The Benefit Of Those Not Conversant With Indian Vocabulary.The Book Has Been Specially Designed To Assist The Managers Of Catering Establishments, Restaurants, Cafeterias, Lunchrooms And Kiosks To Operate At High Levels Of Efficiency. It Also Meets The Requirements Of Home Science Colleges, Catering Colleges And Vocational Training Institutes Offering Food Craft And Catering Management Courses. Besides, It Provides Ideas In Catering For Elf-Ployment For Enterpreneurs Or Unemployed Graduates. It Is Hoped That This Book Will Serve As A Source Book For All Those Involved In Managing Catering Establishments.

Thoroughly addresses and discusses the techniques, logistics and responsibilities involved in managing an off-premise catering operation. Covers such topics as legal requirements and catering contracts, menu planning and food quantities, service of alcoholic beverages, pricing, sanitation and safety, accessory services, theme parties and accounting. Provides outstanding advice on how to manage personnel, market catering services, identify certain equipment and create innovative solutions to catering problems and demands.