Which type of restaurant is most commonly franchised? A) Fine dining restaurants B) Fast-food restaurants C) Food trucks D) Cafés E) Pop-up restaurants
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What type of service is typical in cafeterias?
Self-service with limited menus.
What is the average guest check and how is it calculated?
The average guest check is calculated by dividing the total revenue received for a period by the total number of guests served during that period.
Why is the menu considered a basic planning document for a restaurant?
The menu is crucial as it outlines what the restaurant offers, the range of offerings, selling prices, and influences the style, theme, equipment needed, and investment required.
What is a regional franchise?
A franchise that allows a franchisee to develop multiple outlets within a specific geographical area.
What role do hotel employees play in restaurant promotion?
They often recommend good nearby restaurants to hotel guests.
What is a common feature of family restaurants regarding alcohol?
They serve beer and wine if they have a liquor license.
What is gross profit in the context of a restaurant?
Gross profit is the selling price of an item minus its food cost.
How much do airline companies typically spend on food per passenger?
Airline companies spend between 7 per passenger, depending on the length of the journey.
What is the main emphasis for gourmet restaurants during their operating hours?
The evening period.
What are some advantages of franchising in the restaurant industry?
Operational assistance, training, location help, managerial expertise, and brand recognition.
What is a key difference between airline catering and restaurant catering?
In airline catering, cooks cannot make last-minute adjustments like they can in restaurant catering.
What types of cuisine have become common in modern cities?
French, Chinese, Mexican, and Japanese.
What is essential for ethnic restaurants to be successful?
They must serve authentic cuisine and have well-trained staff.
What percentage of an airline's total costs is spent on food?
Around 3 to 4% of an airline's total costs is spent on food.
Where are transportation restaurants typically located?
Along auto and bus routes, at transportation buildings, and on vehicles like trains and ships.
What types of food were offered in Roman establishments?
Sausage or roast meat, bread, and a cup of wine.
When was the term 'restaurant' first used, and what did it refer to?
In the late eighteenth century for a Paris dining room serving light dishes.
What is a common feature of fast-food restaurants?
Franchising is common and they operate for long hours.
How many flight kitchens does Marriott In-Flite Services operate worldwide?
Approximately 100 flight kitchens.
Who opened the first airline flight kitchen and when?
The first airline flight kitchen was opened in the late 1930s near Washington D.C. by Marriott.
What changes did the Second World War bring to the American public?
People became richer, more mobile due to automobiles, and shifted to suburban areas.
What type of food service do deli shops provide?
Delicatessen food service, including cold meats, cheese, takeout sandwiches, and salads.
When was the first airplane galley designed and by whom?
The first airplane galley was designed in 1936 by Douglas for its DC-3.
How do many restaurants promote their menus?
Through advertisements in local newspapers and other media.
What characterizes family-style restaurants?
A wide menu of 'meat and potato' selections, bright decor, and a price range appealing to average family income.
What is a key characteristic of gourmet restaurants?
They require a higher initial investment and cater to those willing to pay for quality.
How do successful restaurants manage labor costs?
Successful restaurants manage labor costs by expressing them as a percentage of sales and combining them with food costs, aiming for a standard combined cost, such as 75%.
What are the benefits of a limited menu in restaurants?
Greater purchasing power, less waste, and lower labor costs by using disposable containers.
What is a major challenge for airline companies regarding food service?
The main challenge is cooking meals on the ground and serving them several hours later in a dry cabin atmosphere, catering to different food preferences.
Why do most airline companies turn over their catering services to outside caterers?
Because airline kitchens are not large and efficient.
What was the most famous ordinary in London?
The Castle and Lloyd's, a meeting place for merchants and ship owners.
What are the typical operating hours for coffee shops?
Early morning to early evening.
What type of decor is typically found in ethnic restaurants?
An ethnic motif that reflects the specific region or country.
What type of training do staff in fast-food restaurants typically require?
Well-trained staff to maintain service and food quality standards.
What evidence exists about early food preparation in history?
Certain groups of people cooked together in big groups, and early inns provided a crude menu.
Where were many early restaurants located in Rome?
Near temples and government buildings.
Where are family restaurants typically located?
Near residential areas and highways.
What is the food cost percentage and how is it calculated?
Food cost percentage is calculated by dividing the food cost for a period by the sales for that same period and multiplying by 100. For example, if the food cost is 100,000, the food cost percentage would be 40%.
What was the first flight kitchen established for?
To prepare lunch boxes for Eastern Air Transport's passengers.
Can franchised restaurants easily obtain financing?
Yes, they can get financing more easily than independent restaurants.
What dining concept was introduced by British inns and taverns in the sixteenth century?
Serving one meal a day at a fixed time and price at a common table, known as 'ordinary'.
What does the breakeven point signify in a restaurant?
The breakeven point is where the business makes neither a profit nor a loss.
What logistical preparations are necessary for airline meal service?
Airlines must prepare specifications for recipes, ingredients, cooking methods, and labor for each flight, along with forecasts based on passenger reservations.
What types of restaurants are included in franchised operations?
Fast-food chains like McDonald's and dine-in types like Wendy's.
What significant event for the food industry occurred in 1904?
The hamburger was first served at the St. Louis World's Fair.
What is the main difference in equipment requirements between a limited menu and a larger menu in restaurants?
A limited menu with items like hamburgers, hotdogs, fries, and soft drinks requires less equipment compared to a restaurant with 20 or 30 menu items that need different cooking methods and specialized equipment.
What is a key characteristic of buffet restaurants?
They operate on a self-serve basis with an 'all you can eat' model for one price.
What innovation in airplane galleys occurred after World War II?
After World War II, larger airplanes were introduced with ovens and refrigerators onboard in their galleys.
What did public cook shops in London offer in 1200?
Precooked takeout food.
