Hospitality Management: Food and Beverage Fundamentals
Certificate of Achievement Hospitality Management · Chaffey College · 2026-2027 Catalog
Description
The Food and Beverage Fundamentals Certificate offers a fast and accessible introduction to key concepts and skills in food and beverage service. This low-unit program equips learners with the essential employability skills needed to start or grow a career in the hospitality industry.
Program Learning Outcomes
Upon the successful completion of this program, students should be able to:
- Students will demonstrate the ability to identify and mitigate risks related to foodborne illnesses, implement HACCP plans, and maintain safety and sanitation standards in compliance with industry regulations.
- Students will design and evaluate menus that align with customer demographics, nutritional guidelines, and operational goals, while incorporating emerging industry trends.
- Students will demonstrate proficiency in food and beverage purchasing, receiving, storage, and inventory management while applying cost control techniques and waste reduction strategies.
- Students will apply effective communication and service delivery strategies to enhance guest experiences and ensure consistent service quality across diverse hospitality environments.
- Students will analyze current trends and challenges in the food and beverage industry and articulate strategies for career advancement within the field.
| Course | Title | Units |
|---|---|---|
| Requirements for the Certificate of Achievement (CA): | 12 | |
| CUL 15 | Sanitation, Safety, and Equipment Management | 3 |
| HOTFS 10 | Introduction to Hospitality Management | 3 |
| HOTFS 14 | Food and Beverage Management | 3 |
| HOTFS 21 | Purchasing, Cost Controls, and Menu Planning | 3 |
| Total | 12 | |
Other Information
Business, Technology, and Hospitality
Local Program (Major) Code: M254
Program Control Number: 45398
TOP Code: .
CIP Code: 12.0507
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