Course Syllabus

Syllabus ID: syllabus-1f7b5946edab

Course Syllabus
Structured Output

HAMG 2201-71

Principles of Food & Beverage Operations
Term
Fall 2026
Instructor
Watson, Michelle
Department
CASP

Instructor Information

Instructor:Watson, Michelle

Email:watsonma@lamarpa.edu

Phone: 409-681-4311

Office Location and Hours: The Press Building, 549 4th Street, Room 106C

Additional Information: Office Hours M-F 1-3

Course Description

An overview of food and beverage management in various hospitality environments. Emphasizes cost controls from procurement to marketing and sales.

Required Textbook & Materials

 Foodservice Management Fundamentals Dennis Reynolds, Kathleen Wachter McClusky

ISBN-9780470409060

Textbook Purchasing Statement

Textbook Purchasing Statement: A student attending Lamar State College Port Arthur is not under any obligation to purchase a textbook from the college-affiliated bookstore. The same textbook may also be available from an independent retailer, including an online retailer.

Additional Materials/Resources

Computer Access

Pre-requisites/Co-requisites

  • CHEF-1305 Sanitation and Safety

Learning Outcomes

Identify food and beverage operations in various hospitality settings. Describe the methods for incorporating cost control techniques and identify areas of excessive cost and waste; compare a forecasted budget to an actual budget; and identify techniques that impact sales. Create and analyze a menu plan and pricing strategies, production, purchasing, and quality assurance.

Program Student Learning Outcomes

•Identify concepts, terms, and phrases associated with the culinary arts and hospitality industry.

•Identify and implement sanitation and safety procedures and regulations as required in the industry.

•Use fundamental cooking and baking techniques as well as advanced cooking skills. •Identify and use advanced food service management theory, including food and labor cost controls, labor regulations, tax laws , tip reporting, franchise regulations and product liability laws

Lecture Topics Outline

Unit 1+2

Understanding the Food and Beverage Industry

History and Evolution

Trends and Customer Preferences

Restaurant Concepts-Operational Models

Menus-Types, Layout and Design

Branding

Unit 3+4

Menus: Planning, Creation, Costing, Psychology, Pricing

Food Trends

Dietary Considerations

Unit 5+6

Inventory Management and Monitoring and Tracking

Ordering Systems and Procedures

Receiving and Storing

Managing Food Costs/Waste Reduction

Vendor and Supplier Management

Profitability

Unit 7+8

Employee Management

Hiring and Training Systems and Practices

Monitoring and Measuring Productivity

Performance Reviews

Maintaining Employee Motivation and Standards

Unit 9+10

Ethics and Leadership

Theft, Misconduct and Discipline Procedures

Alchohol Service Laws, Training and Best Practices

Cultivating Healthy, Productive Workplaces

Unit 11+12

Future Trends

Technology and AI

Sustainability Practices

Measuring Productivity

Adaptability and Staying Relevant in an Evolving Market

Major Assignments Schedule

Week 1

Assignment

Week 2

Test Chapters 1-2

Week 3

Strategic Menu Conceppts Assignment

Week 4

Assignment

Week 5

Test Chapters 3-5

Week 7

Assignment

Weeks 8-9

Test Chapters 6-9

Weeks 10-12

Test Chapters 10-14

Weeks 13-15

Test Chapters 15-18

Final Exam Date

Friday December 4th, noon

Grading Scale

 90 - 100=A 80 - 89=B  70 - 79=C   60 - 69=D  Below 59 = F

Determination of Final Grade

Tests 80%

Assignments 20%

Instructor Policies

Please turn in assignments on time.

Late work will incur a 10 point penality for every day it's late.

Students must have a copy of the textbook by the second week of class.

Students are responsible for completing all course work.

Attendance Policy

Online only

Additional Information

MyLSCPA

Be sure to check your campus email and Course Homepage using MyLSCPA campus web portal. You can also access your grades, transcripts, academic advisors, degree progress, and other services through MyLSCPA.

Academic Honesty

Academic honesty is expected from all students, and dishonesty in any form will not be tolerated. Please consult the LSCPA policies (Academic Dishonesty section in the Student Handbook) for consequences of academic dishonesty.

ADA Considerations

The Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) is a federal anti-discrimination statute that provides comprehensive civil rights for persons with disabilities. Among other things, this legislation requires that all students with disabilities be guaranteed a learning environment that provides for reasonable accommodation of their disabilities. If you believe you have a disability requiring an accommodation, please contact the Accessibility Services Coordinator, Room 119, in the Ruby Fuller Building. The phone number is (409) 984-6241.

Facility Policies

No food or tobacco products are allowed in the classroom. Only students enrolled in the course are allowed in the classroom, except by special instructor permission. Use of electronic devices is prohibited.

HB 2504

This syllabus is part of LSCPA's efforts to comply with Texas House Bill 2504.

Mandatory Reporting of Child Abuse and Neglect

As per Texas law and LSCPA policy, all LSCPA employees, including faculty, are required to report allegations or disclosures of child abuse or neglect to the designated authorities, which may include a local or state law enforcement agency or the Texas Department of Family Protective Services. For more information about mandatory reporting requirements, see LSCPA's Policy and Procedure Manual.

Title IX and Sexual Misconduct

LSCPA is committed to establishing and maintaining an environment that is free from all forms of sex discrimination, including sexual harassment, sexual violence, and other forms of sexual misconduct. All LSCPA employees, including faculty, have the responsibility to report disclosures of sexual misconduct, including sexual harassment, sexual assault (including rape and acquaintance rape), domestic violence, dating violence, relationship violence, or stalking, to LSCPA's Title IX Coordinator, whose role is to coordinate the college's response to sexual misconduct. For more information about Title IX protections, faculty reporting responsibilities, options for confidential reporting, and the resources available for support visit LSCPA's Title IX website.

Clery Act Crime Reporting

For more information about the Clery Act and crime reporting, see the Annual Security & Fire Safety Report and the Campus Security website.

Grievance / Complaint / Concern

If you have a grievance, complaint, or concern about this course that has not been resolved through discussion with the Instructor, please consult the Department Chair.