- Instructor: Shrey Talati
- Duration: 320 hours
PROGRAM DESCRIPTION:
The Restaurant & Food Service Operations course at Ideal Institute of Technology is a 225-hour training program designed to prepare students for careers in the fast-paced food and beverage industry. This course covers essential skills in restaurant operations, customer service, food safety, and management, making it ideal for aspiring restaurateurs, managers, and hospitality professionals.
Over the course of 225 hours, students will gain practical knowledge and experience in:
- Understanding front-of-house and back-of-house operations
- Managing restaurant reservations, seating, and guest service
- Overseeing food preparation, presentation, and quality control
- Applying food safety and sanitation practices, including ServSafe principles
- Managing staff, scheduling, and labor compliance
- Implementing marketing and sales strategies to drive business growth
- Using point-of-sale systems and managing restaurant finances
Graduates of this 225-hour program will be prepared for roles such as:
- Restaurant Manager
- Food Service Supervisor
- Front-of-House Manager
- Catering Coordinator
These roles are in demand in restaurants, hotels, catering companies, and institutional food service settings. The course also provides a solid foundation for advanced training in hospitality management and entrepreneurship.
- Certification:
- ServSafe Certification (Food Safety Manager)
- Certificate of Completion in Housekeeping, Maintenance & Facilities
- ServSafe Certification (Food Safety Manager)
- Supplies:
- Access to classroom labs, commercial kitchen equipment, and hospitality management software
- Required textbooks and online resources provided by IITNJ
- Optional: Personal laptop recommended for home practice
- Access to classroom labs, commercial kitchen equipment, and hospitality management software
