FOOD AND BEVERANGE SERVICE
The Provision of food & beverage away from home forms a substantial part of the
activities of the hotel and catering industry. People need accommodation with food and
beverages if they are away for more than a day and only food & beverage if they are away
for a short duration.
Food & beverage service has developed into a huge industry. The number and type of
eating out establishments has increased tremendously as suppliers constantly try to satisfy
the changing demands and tastes of the market. In this first unit we are going to learn
about the introduction of food and beverage industry.
INTRODUCTION TO FOOD AND BEVERAGE
DEFINITION OF TERMS
Food and beverage service -
Is the essential link between the menu, beverage and other services on offer in an
establishment away from home.
Is the professional presentation of food and drinks to a customer in a given establishment
away from home.
FOOD - Is anything either solid or liquid possessing a chemical composition which enables it swallowed to do one or more of these three things:-
i) Provide body with energy
ii) Build and repair worn out tissues
iii)Provide body heat
-Can include a wide range of styles and cuisine types. These can be by country, ethnic
group or international meal that is universal to everybody.
This is an inclusive of all drinks i.e alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverages
Examples of alcoholic beverages:-cocktails, beers, ciders, spirits, wines, liqueurs e.t.c.
Examples of non-alcoholic beverages:- Mineral water, spring water, aerated water, juices,
squashes e.t.c.