Guide to Food & Beverage Service

The food service industry is a huge industry worldwide. Operations range from noodle shops, pizzerias and fast food to bistros and fine dining. They can be themed, ethnic or focused on specific markets or customers. Trends and consumer preferences influence the style of restaurants and other food service operations. Culture and social practices sets the standards for operation from places to places.

Guide to Food & Beverage Service is a simplified manual of operation for restaurant operators and servers that can be easily adapted to various types of operations and in diverse environments. Topics include an overview of the Food Service Industry, Essentials of Restaurant Operation, Setting Up for Service, Server Responsibilities, Beverage Service, Sanitation and Safety.