Profit or Non-Profit
Is a restaurant a profit or non-profit venture?
Profit
What does the word “catering” mean?
Providing food and drink for people
Who cooks the food?
Chef
Name one event that would need catering
Birthday, wedding, fundraiser, sports day, etc.
A food truck is a non-profit
False
Is Meals on Wheels profit or non-profit?
Non-profit
What is “portion size”?
The amount of food
Who manages the whole catering business or team?
Manager
What kind of food would you serve at a baby shower high tea?
Scones, sandwiches, cupcakes, etc.
Waiters usually work in the kitchen
False
What is the main goal of a non-profit venture?
To support the community/cause
What does “stock control” mean?
Managing food/supplies so you don’t run out or waste
Who takes orders and serves food?
Waitstaff
In the nursing home event, what was important about the food?
Soft, easy to chew, healthy
School canteens are always profit ventures
False
Give one example of a profit catering business.
Café, food truck, restaurant, bistro, etc.
What is a “front-of-house” role?
A job where you interact with customers (e.g., waiter)
Who washes dishes and helps the chef?
Kitchenhand
Why would a food truck be a good choice at a festival?
It’s mobile, fast, and convenient
A barista works front-of-house
True
Name one reason someone might choose to work in a non-profit catering business.
To help others, support a cause, give back to the community etc
What’s a “venture”?
A business or project
What’s difference between front-of-house and back-of-house?
FOH works with customers; BOH works in the kitchen
You’re catering a music festival. List 2 things your team needs to think about when planning the food
Food must be easy to eat while standing or walking
Quick to serve to big crowds
Popular/trendy food choices (e.g., burgers, tacos, drinks)
Good packaging and hygiene
Affordable prices
Setup must be mobile and efficient (food truck or stall)
Everyone in a catering team does the same job
False