Chocolate Mousse Without Heavy Cream: A Decadent and Light Dessert Delight
Chocolate Mousse Without Heavy Cream Introduction Chocolate mousse is a delightful and decadent dessert loved by many. However, traditional recipes often call for heavy cream, which may not be suitable for those with dietary restrictions or preferences. If you’re looking for a lighter and healthier alternative, you’re in luck! In this article, we will explore […]
Time Shares and Condominium : Classification of Hotels
TIME SHARE AND CONDOMINIUM HOTELS: Time-share hotels are referred to as the vacation ownership hotels. The concept is that for a set period which may be one week or more in a year the person gets the right to enjoy stay and other facilities and services in an apartment are any other type of lodging […]
Calculating staff strengths & Planning duty rosters, team work and leadership in House Keeping
Calculating staff strength: Compared to other hotel departments, the housekeeping department employs the largest workforce in most hotels. Manpower thus becomes a major operating expense. Good management of the housekeeping department depends on achieving a balance between the workload and the staff strength. When calculating staff strength, it must be remembered that each property will […]
PLANNING AND ORGANISING THE HOUSE KEEPING DEPARTMENT
PLANNING ACTIVITIES S. NO. INITIAL PLANNING QUESTIONS RESULTING DOCUMENT 1. What. Items within this area must be cleaned or maintained? Area inventory list 2. How often must the items within this area be cleaned or maintained? Frequency schedule 3. What must be done in order to clean or maintain the […]
Types of Housekeeping service in Hotels
Types of Housekeeping service in Hotels Hotel guests expect comfortable and clean accommodations in their temporary “home away from home.” This means a variety of housekeeping services provided by dedicated and trained staff is required to meet this need. Consider the necessary and vital types of housekeeping services in the hotel industry as you welcome […]
What are Organizational Strategy Definition Meaning and Features
Organizational strategy is a dynamic long-term plan that maps the route towards the realisation of a company’s goals and vision.” You can also look at the video below for an alternate explanation of ORGANISATIONAL STRATEGY The Strategic Planning Process In today’s highly competitive business environment, budget-oriented planning or forecast-based planning methods are insufficient for a […]
Basic Introduction to Food Safety, Food Hazards & Risks, Contaminants and Food Hygiene
Food Safety The safety of food produced, served & consumed is of utmost importance to everyone, more so to those who habitually eat outside their homes and are unaware of the intrinsic quality of food that is served to them, even though their taste buds approve it. Food production centres or kitchens provide all conditions […]
Mughlai Cuisine
Mughlai Cuisine HISTORICAL BACKGROUND: During the sixteenth and seventeenth century the splendor and opulence of the Mughal courts were at the zenith-the like of which had not been seen in over a thousand years. Between 1626 and 1712 the Mughal emperors, Turks by origin but with Mongol, Persian and Hindu blood in their veins, ruled […]
COMMON TERMS USED IN THE LARDER & LARDER CONTROL
COMMON TERMS USED IN THE LARDER & LARDER CONTROL Aging: Holding meats in coolers under controlled conditions to allow natural tenderizing to take place. AP required: As-purchased amount necessary to yield the desired EP weight. AP required is computed as EP required divided by yield percentage. Antipasto: Italian Hors d’oeuvre Beginning inventory: The dollar value of all products on […]
Quality Purchasing
Quality Purchasing The quality of an item to be followed would be determined by the Purchase Manager, Executive Chef, and the F & B Manager as per the catering policy, the menu requirements and its price range, which should be stated in the Standard Purchase Specification (SPS). This does not necessarily mean buying the best […]