Gain skills to become an effective foodservice manager in a highly demanding environment. Throughout the course, students examine key aspects of developing a food and beverage services operation from initial concept to a real working operation. They will gain a clear and precise understanding of food services business plans, profiles, and operations including control and overall profitability.
Prerequisites
Course type
This course is offered as part of a VCC program and cannot be taken individually.
International students: Eligibility is determined at the program level. Visit the program page for international student requirements and application information.
- 1. The food and beverage services industry 2. Kinds and characteristics of food and beverage services and their owners 3. Concept, location, and design of food and beverage services 4. The menu and food purchasing 5. Bar and beverages 6. Technology in the food and beverage services industry 7. Operations and budgeting 8. Organization, recruiting, staffing, and employee training 9. Sanitation, safety, and sustainability 10. Basic cooking principles 11. The recipe: its structure and its use 12. Business and marketing plans 13. Food production 14. Leadership in the food and beverage services industry
Course schedules
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| CRN# | Duration | Delivery | Location | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 40998 |
January 5, 2026 to April 17, 2026 |
Lecture | VCC Downtown Campus | See full schedule | |
| 41002 |
January 5, 2026 to April 17, 2026 |
Lecture | VCC Downtown Campus | See full schedule |
Online courses listed without scheduled meeting times can be completed on your own schedule. All self-paced courses have on-campus tests. Off-site certified invigilation centres may be used at the student's expense.
How to take this course
This course is offered as part of a VCC program only.
Contact us
If you have any questions, please email at [email protected].
† This information is intended as a guideline only. Program and course details are subject to change with the approval of VCC's Board of Governors.