Hospitality and Tourism Management - Restaurant and Service Operations Southern Alberta Institute of Technology (SAIT)

Overview

This diploma Hospitality and Tourism Management - Restaurant and Service Operations program Southern Alberta Institute of Technology (SAIT) immerses you in the workings of restaurant management. You’ll gain valuable experience at the celebrated Highwood restaurant and real-world event management situations.

In this program, you’ll:  

• engage in all-around training in both the front-of-house and back-of-house operations
• study the art and science of seamless restaurant management
• learn inventory management and refine menu costing techniques for optimal profit margins 
• learn the essentials of space management and the art of restaurant design, focusing on creating welcoming atmospheres that resonate with guests 
• understand the relationship between detailed planning and successful execution
• apply financial and accounting methods tailored to the needs of the restaurant and hospitality sector and use data for business analysis and strategy formulation, ensuring consistency in delivering superior services
• use your skills to prioritize a guest-centric approach to address guest preferences and resolve challenges quickly 
• equip yourself with industry-relevant sales and marketing techniques, ensuring optimal business growth and guest outreach 

• keep up with industry innovations and technology tools to stay ahead. 

Careers and opportunities

• Restaurant and Food Service Managers

• Food Service Supervisors

• Maîtres D'hôtel and Hosts/Hostesses

• Food and Beverage Servers

• Food Counter Attendants, Kitchen Helpers and Related Support Occupations