Presents the basic principles of foodservice management, which can be applied to all types of foodservice organizations. Reflects the impact of current social, economic, technological and political factors on foodservice operations. The book is divided into four major parts: part 1 gives a chronological review of the history of foodservice organizations and describes types of current foodservice operations; part 2 contains a chapter on food safety and a function-by-function description of a foodservice operation; part 3 focuses on the maintenance and design of the operational facilities; and part 4 covers the design and management of organizations, contains a comprehensive chapter on human resource management, and includes chapters on professional qualities such as administrative leadership and skills, including work improvement, financial management, and marketing. New to this edition is a chapter on food safety, which emphasizes the responsibility of the food service manager in assuring safe food and offers specific, practical guidelines on how to design a facility-specific HACCP system; and a chapter on facilities management, which addresses energy and water conservation and provides guidance on solid waste management. The chapter on designing and managing the organization has been revised to include current theory and practical applications of quality management, including Total Quality Management and Performance Improvement.

For sophomore/senior-level courses in Introduction to Foodservice Management, Quantity Food Production, Purchasing for Foodservices (both food and equipment), Organization and Management of Foodservices, Facility Design and Equipment Arrangement, Financial Design and Equipment Arrangement, Food Protection and Safety, Menu Planning for Foodservices, Foodservice Marketing and Merchandising. Written specifically for the undergraduate level, this classic introduction to foodservice is readable, thorough, and concise with a focus on the most essential material. Comprehensive, yet user-friendly, it explores all aspects and principles of foodservice management, which can be applied to all types of foodservice organizations.

Examines the ins and outs of the food service industry, providing tips for success, an in-depth glossary of industry jargon, and an overview of the current state of the industry.