Food service

• What factors determine food service types?

  • Type of establishment
  • Type of food served
  • Cost of the meal
  • Style of service
• What are some types of food service establishments?

  • Cafeteria
  • Canteen
  • Fast food
  • Take-away
  • Buffet
  • Counter service
• What are the features of cafeteria service?

  • Courtec displays food available
  • Fast service with high turnover
  • Limited menu for customer orders
  • Customers collect food from the counter
• What is a disadvantage of cafeteria service regarding food quality?

  Food is often not as fresh
• What is a characteristic of counter service?

  Customers help themselves from dishes
• What are the types of service in a buffet?

  Fork, finger, and sit down
• How does table service differ from cafeteria service?

  Table service involves meals served from the kitchen
• What are the features of plate service?

  • Meals served from the kitchen
  • Good portion control
  • Consistent presentation
  • Relies on skilled kitchen staff
• What is silver service in table service?

  Food plated by waiter using spoon and fork
• What is gueridon service?

  Food finished in front of customers
• What is a disadvantage of gueridon service?

  It can be slow and requires skilled staff
• What is family service in food service?

  • Food served on plates
  • Vegetables and sauces in dishes on the table
  • Suitable for sharing
  • Common for Sunday roasts
• What is personal service in food service?

  • Used in transport catering (planes, ships)
  • Requires good hygiene
  • Hot food may need reheating
• What is vending service?

  Food served from a machine
• What is room service in hotels?

  Food delivered to your room on a tray
• What are the key comparisons between different types of food service?

  • Speed of service
  • Quality of food
  • Staff requirements
  • Portion control