Restaurant Management Program Description

Do you like to plan meals? Do you have a knack for pulling together people to make things happen? If you have an interest in food service, but really have the ability to make things happen, the Restaurant Management degree with a specialty in food services might be just what you're looking for.

The Restaurant Management program provides you with the knowledge you need to work in a variety of food service areas. Instructors will discuss restaurant processes, demonstrate basic cooking procedure, and then have you practice the process in the teaching kitchen. You'll learn about sanitation and hygiene in the kitchen. You'll learn about and practice supervisory techniques. You'll find out about management duties and quality management in the food service industry.

People who succeed as managers or supervisors in the food service business are people who are attentive to detail, well organized, know how to adhere to a budget, can motivate others to get a job done and are comfortable with decision-making. They are people who know how to respond successfully to customers' wants and needs. Successful restaurant professionals insist on good hygiene for their work place and for themselves. Students who complete the Restaurant Management program with an associate in applied science degree may be able to transfer to four-year culinary arts programs.