Food & Beverage Standards of Service Microcredential
Elevate your front-of-house expertise with the Food & Beverage Standards of Service
microcredential. This credential focuses on the principles of fine dining service,
food safety, sanitation, front-of-house management, and mixology—offering comprehensive
training for those looking to excel in the hospitality and food service industry.
This credential covers the essential skills needed to deliver exceptional guest experiences
for aspiring restaurant managers, servers, and bartenders.
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This course is an introduction to the correct and hygienic procedures for food handling.
General kitchen and bakery safety, pest management, and crisis management are discussed.
Proper clothing, personal hygiene, and fire safety regulations, as well as state and
federal laws pertaining to the hospitality industry are stressed. This course includes
a certification exam provided by the Educational Foundation of the National Restaurant
Association.
Dining Room ServiceFS1603 cr.
This course introduces principles and techniques of table service. Emphasis is placed
on table setting, buffet services, the various job categories in the dining room,
different styles of service, and dining room arrangement and supplies. Students have
an opportunity to work in each dining room position.
Beverage & Bar ManagementFS2423 cr.
This course provides an overview of the alcoholic beverage industry, focusing on history
and classification according to the characteristics of spirits, wines, and beer. Topics
include mixology, lounge service, beverage control, and legal issues.
Introduction to HospitalityHT1013 cr.
This course provides an overview of the organizational structure of hotels, restaurants,
and clubs from a management perspective. Topics include analysis of the hospitality
industry, career opportunities, management theory, practical management techniques,
and social responsibility of the industry.