Catering and Arrangements

Course Introduction:

Overview: The Catering and Arrangements course provides foundational skills in the culinary arts, event planning, and food presentation.
Key Focus Areas:
- Menu planning and food preparation techniques
- Principles of food safety and hygiene
- Event coordination and setup
- Customer service and dining etiquette
Practical Skills: Students gain hands-on experience in creating and presenting meals, organizing catering events, and managing client needs.
Career Pathways: Graduates are prepared for careers in catering services, event planning, hospitality management, and food service industries.

This course is ideal for students interested in the culinary and hospitality fields, where attention to detail, creativity, and organizational skills are essential.

Course Modules

Introduction to Catering and Hospitality

Overview of the catering and hospitality industry
Types of catering services: corporate, social, private
Understanding client expectations and service excellence

Food Safety and Hygiene

Basic food safety principles
Health and safety regulations in catering
Safe food handling and storage practices
Personal hygiene and kitchen sanitation

Menu Planning and Food Preparation

Fundamentals of menu planning for different events
Budgeting and ingredient selection
Recipe development and portion control
Basic food preparation techniques for appetizers, main courses, and desserts

Culinary Skills Development

Knife skills and cooking methods (boiling, roasting, baking, etc.)
Preparation of international and local cuisines
Techniques for garnishing and food styling
Baking and pastry basics

Event Planning and Management

Fundamentals of event planning and scheduling
Coordinating catering with event timelines
Managing guest requirements and special dietary needs
Working with event coordinators and vendors

Food Presentation and Service Styles

Principles of food plating and presentation
Buffet vs. plated service styles
Table setup and decoration
Interaction and communication with guests during service

Catering Business Management

Introduction to catering business models
Marketing and promoting catering services
Budgeting and cost management in catering
Customer relations and handling complaints

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