CSST 9639 Intro to Food Preparation

The Intro to Food Preparation is a detailed survey of the many facets of Catering and Special events including: Event marketing and sales, bidding, planning, staffing, organization, management and production, staffing, organization, management and production, service development, menu planning and costing, creating themes for events, beverage management, wine service, beverage programs and pairing wine with food. A significant portion of the class will consist of practical, hands-on experience producing and executing special dinners and unique special events, both on site (at CCSF's Educated Palate restaurant at the Downtown Campus) and off-site to be followed by detailed post-event analysis.