This document discusses careers in the food and catering industry. It outlines qualifications needed such as dependability, attitude, customer service skills, and a willingness to undergo training. It notes that formal education is not always mandatory for entry-level positions, and skills can be acquired quickly. However, there may be long hours and low pay for some starting roles. The document describes different positions one can work towards, from dishwashers and servers to managers, executive chefs, nutritionists, and roles in food science/technology. Customer service is important, and experience is required for advancing to higher level positions.

1. Careers in Food and Catering Industry
Dr G S Javed

2. Qualifications
1. Dependability / Reliable Attendance
2. Attitude
3. Desire to please the customer
4. Ability to undergo training
5. Apprenticeship, if any
6. Some senior positions need relevant education and
experience

3. Advantages
Formal education is
not mandatory in
entry-level positions
Skills can be
acquired in
short duration
Many openings
in the job
market
Opportunities
for
advancement
Opportunities
for good
earning
• High pressure jobs
• Long working hours especially on weekends and holidays
• Many entry level positions have low pay
Disadvantages

4. Starting at the bottom of the career ladder
• Servers / Attenders:
• Dishwashers:
• Maintenance:
• Helpers:
These jobs need no experience
and education qualifications.
There is work every day !

5. Moving up the
ladder
• Host/ Hostess at Restaurants:
• Waiter / Waitress
• Cashier:
• Counter Attendant:
 Customer Service is a priority in these Jobs !
 Good “tips” is connected to the performance.
 Some experience and conduct is needed for some positions.

6. Event Support
Staff

7. Event Logistics Support

8. Nearing the top of the ladder
• Customer Comfort
• Large restaurants and large kitchens

9. Manager ,
Floor Manager
Education is required, Experience is a
must

10. Catering
• WEDDINGS
• BANQUETS
• MEETINGS
• HOLIDAY GATHERINGS
• CONVENTIONS

11. Executive Chef – Star Hotels

12. Nutritionist / Dieticians
• Public & Private Hospitals
• Acute Care Facilities
• Intermediate Care Faculties
• Long-term Care Facilities
• Assisted Living Facilities
• Retirement Centers
• Correctional Facilities
• Schools
• Dialysis Centers
• Wellness Facilities
• Community Organizations / Centers

13. Food Science

14. Food Science and
Technology