Communication and Development

Communication and Development

BIANCA SIMBARASHE MUBAIWA
THE GLOBAL HOSPITALITY INDUSTRY
ASSIGNMENT 2


1. List four types of restaurants available to the public. Give an example of each and list the main features and the target market. [25]Fast food Fast food restaurants emphasize speed of service. Operations range from small-scale street vendors with carts to multi-billion dollar corporations like McDonald's and Pizza Hut. Fast food restaurants are also known as QSR or quick-service restaurants. Fast casual Fast casual restaurants usually do not offer full table service, but may offer non-disposable plates and cutlery. The quality of food and prices tend to be higher than those of a conventional fast food restaurant but may be lower than casual dining.Casual diningA casual dining restaurant is a restaurant that serves moderately-priced food in a casual atmosphere. Except for buffet-style restaurants, casual dining restaurants typically provide table service. Casual dining comprises a market segment between fast food establishments and fine dining restaurants. Casual dining restaurants often have a full bar with separate bar staff, a larger beer menu and a limited wine menu. They are frequently, but not necessarily, part of a wider chain, particularly in the United States. In Italy, such casual restaurants are often called "trattoria," and are usually independently owned and operated. Family styleFamily style restaurants are a type of casual dining restaurants where food is often served on platters and the diners serve themselves. Typically, alcoholic beverages are not sold at family-style casual dining restaurants

2. Describe four different operational styles of food service. Give examples, as well as advantages and disadvantages for each. [25] chapter 6Counter serviceA food service counterDining on stools at a lunch counter instead of tablesCounter service is a form of service in restaurants, pubs, and bars where food or drinks are ordered at the counter. Counter service is...

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