The Associate of Science Degree in Food and Beverage Management offers comprehensive coursework in restaurant management, beverage operations, managed food services and special events. Coursework emphasizes the role of guest services, effective oral and written communication teamwork, management and leadership strategies, ethical decision-making and critical thinking. Students will prepare for a career in the growing restaurant and food service industry and/or to transfer to a four-year university.

Program Student Learning Outcomes

A Cypress College student who earns a Certificate from the Hotel, Restaurant, or Culinary Arts program in Hotel Management, Foodservice Management or Culinary Arts will:

- Acquire the necessary skills for hospitality/culinary arts employment to include demonstrated ability in effective communications, customer service, teamwork, cost control, ethical considerations, critical thinking and leadership

- Demonstrate competencies required for hospitality/culinary employment to include sanitation and safety, nutrition, restaurant and hotel operations, and specialized culinary techniques

- Enhance his/her career and educational opportunities within the hospitality and culinary industry