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What is a system?
What is a system?
- A dynamic structure made up of interdependent parts aiming for a common goal (correct)
- A set of independent parts working together towards a different goal
- A static entity with no interdependent parts
- A structure composed of unrelated components achieving individual objectives
What does systems philosophy focus on?
What does systems philosophy focus on?
- Analyzing individual parts of the system separately
- Studying the interactions between subsystems
- Evaluating the outputs of the system in isolation
- Considering phenomena in terms of the whole, parts, and their interrelationships (correct)
What does systems analysis involve?
What does systems analysis involve?
- Focusing on the organization as a whole without considering subsystems
- A method of problem-solving or decision-making (correct)
- Creating isolated solutions for individual subsystems
- Ignoring the interactions between different parts of the system
How are subsystems defined within a system?
How are subsystems defined within a system?
What is the purpose of a systems model?
What is the purpose of a systems model?
What is the main purpose of the par stock system in inventory management?
What is the main purpose of the par stock system in inventory management?
What is the purpose of identifying food quantities from menus and recipes in an inventory system?
What is the purpose of identifying food quantities from menus and recipes in an inventory system?
What does the minimum stock level represent in an inventory system?
What does the minimum stock level represent in an inventory system?
What information is included in a purchase order developed in an organization?
What information is included in a purchase order developed in an organization?
Why is it important to have a detailed inventory list in a business?
Why is it important to have a detailed inventory list in a business?
In the mini-max system, when is a new order placed for restocking?
In the mini-max system, when is a new order placed for restocking?
What does the term 'Methods Distribution or delivery' refer to?
What does the term 'Methods Distribution or delivery' refer to?
Which foodservice system involves sending bulk quantities of prepared foods to serving galleys located throughout the facility for meal assembly?
Which foodservice system involves sending bulk quantities of prepared foods to serving galleys located throughout the facility for meal assembly?
In which type of foodservice does the Centralized Delivery-Service System involve assembling individual meals at a central area adjacent to the main kitchen?
In which type of foodservice does the Centralized Delivery-Service System involve assembling individual meals at a central area adjacent to the main kitchen?
What is a characteristic of the Decentralized Delivery-Service System?
What is a characteristic of the Decentralized Delivery-Service System?
Which of the following is an example of an on-premise delivery system subcomponent?
Which of the following is an example of an on-premise delivery system subcomponent?
What type of menu offers meals at fixed prices?
What type of menu offers meals at fixed prices?
Which of the following is considered the outline of the menu item categories offered at each meal?
Which of the following is considered the outline of the menu item categories offered at each meal?
Where is the Centralized Delivery-Service System typical?
Where is the Centralized Delivery-Service System typical?
What qualities are mentioned as supporting the meal planner in developing menus?
What qualities are mentioned as supporting the meal planner in developing menus?
What is the most expensive item on a menu according to the text?
What is the most expensive item on a menu according to the text?
From where do foodservice managers typically get their menu ideas?
From where do foodservice managers typically get their menu ideas?
In menu development, what should be planned alongside soups and sandwiches if they are to be entrée choices?
In menu development, what should be planned alongside soups and sandwiches if they are to be entrée choices?
What is the number one challenge identified by the foodservice industry for the next decade?
What is the number one challenge identified by the foodservice industry for the next decade?
What is sous vide?
What is sous vide?
What is the purpose of using trans fat-free oils in foodservice?
What is the purpose of using trans fat-free oils in foodservice?
What type of menu offers fancier, more expensive foods often with a gourmet appeal?
What type of menu offers fancier, more expensive foods often with a gourmet appeal?
What does the term 'cook/chill method' refer to in food production?
What does the term 'cook/chill method' refer to in food production?
Which method involves selling and/or delivering food to other facilities?
Which method involves selling and/or delivering food to other facilities?
What is the purpose of branding in a foodservice operation?
What is the purpose of branding in a foodservice operation?
'Family value marketing' in the foodservice industry aims to:
'Family value marketing' in the foodservice industry aims to:
'Benchmarking' in total quality management ____.
'Benchmarking' in total quality management ____.
What is meant by 'value pricing'?
What is meant by 'value pricing'?
