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04516nam a2200277 i 4500 |
| 003 - CONTROL NUMBER IDENTIFIER |
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CSPC |
| 005 - DATE AND TIME OF LATEST TRANSACTION |
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20260504113158.0 |
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260429s2024 onca b 001 0 eng d |
| 020 ## - INTERNATIONAL STANDARD BOOK NUMBER |
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| International Standard Book Number |
9781774697368 |
| 040 ## - CATALOGING SOURCE |
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| Original cataloging agency |
CSPC |
| Language of cataloging |
eng |
| Transcribing agency |
CSPC |
| Description conventions |
rda |
| 050 00 - LIBRARY OF CONGRESS CALL NUMBER |
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| Classification number |
TX911.3.M27 |
| Item number |
.J893 2024 |
| 082 00 - DEWEY DECIMAL CLASSIFICATION NUMBER |
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| Classification number |
647.94068 |
| Item number |
J989r |
| Edition number |
23 |
| 100 1# - MAIN ENTRY--PERSONAL NAME |
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| Personal name |
Juyal, Deepak, |
| Relator term |
author. |
| 245 10 - TITLE STATEMENT |
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| Title |
Room service management / |
| Statement of responsibility, etc. |
Deepak Juyal. |
| 264 #1 - PRODUCTION, PUBLICATION, DISTRIBUTION, MANUFACTURE, AND COPYRIGHT NOTICE |
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| Place of production, publication, distribution, manufacture |
Burlington, Ontario : |
| Name of producer, publisher, distributor, manufacturer |
Toronto Academic Press, |
| Date of production, publication, distribution, manufacture, or copyright notice |
2024. |
| 300 ## - PHYSICAL DESCRIPTION |
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| Extent |
xi, 233 pages : |
| Other physical details |
illustrations ; |
| Dimensions |
26 cm. |
| 336 ## - CONTENT TYPE |
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rdacontent |
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text |
| 337 ## - MEDIA TYPE |
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| Source |
rdamedia |
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unmediated |
| 338 ## - CARRIER TYPE |
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| Source |
rdacarrier |
| Carrier type term |
volume |
| 504 ## - BIBLIOGRAPHY, ETC. NOTE |
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| Bibliography, etc. note |
Includes bibliographical references and index. |
| 505 0# - FORMATTED CONTENTS NOTE |
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| Formatted contents note |
Introduction to room service management -- Resources management in room service -- Food and beverage servicing in rooms -- Quality control and customer satisfaction in room service -- Room service in luxury and budget hotels -- Staffing and training in room service management -- Challenges of room service management -- Current and future trends in room service management. |
| 520 ## - SUMMARY, ETC. |
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| Summary, etc. |
"Room service management is a critical component of the hospitality industry, which provides guests with the convenience of in-room dining. It involves a complex process of menu planning, food preparation, and delivery, which requires efficient management and coordination of resources. Room service staff must ensure that they provide guests with high-quality meals and drinks, delivered promptly and with attention to detail. Effective room service management also requires attention to food safety and hygiene standards, inventory management, equipment maintenance, and training and managing the room service staff. To maintain high levels of guest satisfaction, room service managers must also be proactive in addressing any issues or concerns that may arise, such as delays or incorrect orders. In summary, room service management is a vital function that requires efficient management, attention to detail, and a commitment to providing guests with a high-quality dining experience.<br/>This book comprises of eight chapters, the first chapter of which is an introduction to room service management. It highlights the importance of room service in the hospitality industry and discusses the basic principles and practices of managing room service. The second chapter focuses on resource management in room service, discussing the efficient management of inventory, equipment, and other resources required to provide quality room service. The third chapter delves into food and beverage servicing in rooms, discussing the preparation, presentation, and delivery of food and drinks to guests in their rooms. The fourth chapter is about quality control and assurance, which is crucial for maintaining high standards of service and guest satisfaction. It discusses the processes and methods for monitoring and maintaining quality in room service. The fifth chapter compares and contrasts room service in luxury and budget hotels, highlighting the differences in service standards, menu offerings, and operational procedures. The sixth chapter focuses on staff attributes, skills, and training, which are essential for providing excellent room service. It discusses the importance of hiring the right people, training them effectively, and providing opportunities for career development. The seventh chapter discusses the challenges associated with room service management, including logistical challenges, staff turnover, and changing guest expectations. Finally, the eighth chapter explores future trends in room service management, discussing emerging technologies, evolving guest preferences, and new business models that are likely to shape the future of the hospitality industry.<br/>This book has been written specifically for hospitality professionals, including hotel managers, room service managers, and other staff involved in room service operations. It provides a comprehensive guide to managing room service and offers valuable insights and practical advice for achieving excellence in this important area of hospitality management. We aim for this book to be a resource for academics in many subjects since we believe it will provide clarity and insight for its readers"-- Back cover. |
| 650 #0 - SUBJECT ADDED ENTRY--TOPICAL TERM |
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| Topical term or geographic name entry element |
Hotel management. |
| 942 ## - ADDED ENTRY ELEMENTS (KOHA) |
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Dewey Decimal Classification |
| Suppress in OPAC |
No |
| Koha item type |
Books |
| Classification part |
647.94068 |
| Item part |
J989r |
| Call number prefix |
CIR |
| Call number suffix |
2024 |
| Edition |
23 |