Training and Development for the Hospitality Industry (AHLEI)


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This is the eBook of the printed book and may not include any media, website access codes, or print supplements that may come packaged with the bound book. Every hospitality organization needs well-trained employees. Use this text to teach your students how to be excellent trainers who understand the role training plays in the organization, how to design it, and how to deliver it. Students will learn: • How to measure training as an investment in the organization • Assessment methods to determine training needs • Instructional design techniques and




Supervision in the Hospitality Industry (AHLEI)


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This is the eBook of the printed book and may not include any media, website access codes, or print supplements that may come packaged with the bound book. Introduce students to the supervisory skills they’ll need to succeed in a hospitality career. They will be prepared to meet the expectations of management, employees, and guests. SUPERVISION IN THE HOSPITALITY INDUSTRY, 5/e features revised procedures for managing conflict; expanded information on motivation, including a discussion of on-boarding; new information on the role of technology and social media on recruiting and reference checks; new information on the costs and benefits of training; and a discussion of the use of technology for employee scheduling, including scheduling software and company intranets. This book also provides resources to help students create a professional development plan for their career. Authors: Jack D. Ninemeier, Ph.D., CHA, CHE, and Raphael R. Kavanaugh, Ed.D., CHA




Understanding Hospitality Law


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This comprehensive textbook introduces students to the many legal issues that hotel operations face daily.




Revenue Management for the Hospitality Industry


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REVENUE MANAGEMENT FOR THE HOSPITALITY INDUSTRY Explore intermediate and advanced topics in the field of revenue management with this up-to-date guide In the newly revised second edition of Revenue Management for the Hospitality Industry, an accomplished team of industry professionals delivers a comprehensive and insightful review of hospitality pricing and revenue optimization strategies. The book offers realistic industry examples from hotels, restaurants, and other hospitality industry segments that use differential pricing as a major revenue management tool. The authors discuss concepts critical to the achievement of hospitality professionals’ revenue management goals and include new examinations of the growing importance of effective data collection and management. A running case study helps students learn how to incorporate the revenue management principles and strategies included in the book’s 14 chapters. Written for students with some prior knowledge and understanding of the hospitality industry, the new edition also includes: A brand-new chapter on data analysis and revenue management that addresses many of the most important data and technology-related developments in the field, including the management of big data, data safety, and data security In-depth discussions of revenue management topics including Net Revenue Per Available Room, Direct Revenue Ratio, and other KPIs Major changes to the book’s instructor support materials and an expansion of the instructor’s test bank items and student exercises. An indispensable resource for students taking courses in hospitality management or business administration, Revenue Management for the Hospitality Industry, Second Edition is also ideal for managers and executives in the hospitality industry.







International Hotels


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Introduce students to the exciting world of international hospitality with this extensively-revised textbook that explores key issues in global hotel development and management. Students will learn about new trends and developments that have changed the context of international hotel operations and management and explore international policies affecting travel, tourism, and hospitality development. Topics include: Trends in global distribution systems, sustainable development,new hotel products, and consumer demographics Growth and importance of China, India, and the Middle East as destinations for hotel development and management Country-specific policies regarding investment regulations, visa programs, hotel classification systems, and travel advisories




Training and Development of the Employees in the Hotel Industry


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The hotel industry is experiencing a lot of challenges to develop the training department of food and beverage service employees. This is not only the concern for the hospitality industry but academicians and researchers are also showing interest in this area. The main purpose of this study is to filter the difference between floor training and theoretical study in hotel management institutions. For the said purpose, we have collected the information from the secondary data which was collected from internet sources, shows the feedback of training among trainers and trainees of different institutions and hotels. It was observed that students and teachers have shown a keen interest in the subject when it is taught with a constructive approach. The significance of research outcome is to analyze the importance of providing updated knowledge, hands-on learning and giving choices to the trainees and the trainers to design curriculum according to the local or national demands and needs which could be aligned with the sustainable development goals of the United Nations (UN) while, teaching and learning only from books lead to outdated hospitality industry. Our research is a platform to focus on employee training by providing the right tool. Technology plays an important role in the industry and this can be introduced as part of the curriculum of teacher-training programs so the students and teachers may play an effective role in achieving sustainable development in our knowledge-based society. The most effective and stimulating teaching and learning happen in the organization when the knowledge and training are updated by aligning global issues. This evaluates the best way of training the trainers and examines his / her knowledge. This will create expertise and skilled trainers for the students in the academic and for the trainees in the industry. The aim was to study the trainer's growth, customer's or student's consistent and positive feedback, along with good retention and personal development of an employee in the organization or an institution.




Food and Beverage Cost Control


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Professional foodservice managers are faced with a wide array of challenges on a daily basis. Controlling costs, setting budgets, and pricing goods are essential for success in any hospitality or culinary business. Food and Beverage Cost Control provides the tools required to maintain sales and cost histories, develop systems for monitoring current activities, and forecast future costs. This detailed yet reader-friendly guide helps students and professionals alike understand and apply practical techniques to effectively manage food and beverage costs. Now in its seventh edition, this extensively revised and updated book examines the entire cycle of cost control, including purchasing, production, sales analysis, product costing, food cost formulas, and much more. Each chapter presents complex ideas in a clear, easy-to-understand style. Micro-case studies present students with real-world scenarios and problems, while step-by-step numerical examples highlight the arithmetic necessary to understand cost control-related concepts. Covering everything from food sanitation to service methods, this practical guide helps readers enhance their knowledge of the hospitality management industry and increase their professional self-confidence.







Hotel Front Office Management


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This Second Edition has been updated to include a brand new chapter on yield management, plus a human resources chapter refocused to cover current trends in training, employee empowerment, and reducing turnover. In addition, you'll discover how to increase efficiency with today's hospitality technology--from electronic lock to front office equipment.