Types of Restaurant, Hotel tariff and Meal plan

Descriptive and analytical review of the hospitality industry.

1. Types of Restaurants, Hotel tariff & Meal Plan Indira Gandhi National Tribal University, Amarkantak , MP By: Rajat Jaiswal

2. Definition… Restaurants  fall into several industry classifications, based upon menu style, preparation methods and pricing, as well as the means by which the food is served to the customer. In general a place where people pay to sit and eat meals that are cooked and served on the premises.

3. Types of Restaurant… CAFETERIA Is a restaurant serving mainly serve hot drinks and snacks. The establishment is small to spend the day with friends. Is a nice place for conversation with the friends or family.

4. Type of food.. Hot drinks. Cold drinks. Specialty coffee. Desserts. Bread.

5. FAST FOOD RESTAURANT… Service is fast and economical. The establishment has no waiters and occasionally without cutlery. Is a busy place. Is a place with children area. Type of food Pizza. Cold Drinks. Desserts.

6. CASUAL RESTAURANT… The cost is moderate. The service is usually at the table. The environment is casual. Type of food Tacos. (kind of Rolls) Meat. Broths. ( non veg soup) Beer /Drinks.

7. COFFE HOUSE… Do not offer table service. Allows clients to relax commune with friends. Type of food Hot drinks. Cold drinks. Doughnuts.

8. PUB … It is a bar. Offers simple food. Have a great beer selection. The cost is high. Type of food Beer. Snack (nachos, potato, etc.) Alcoholic beverages.

9. BISTROS AND BRASSIERE… (French Restaurant) Is a family cafe and restaurant. Individual dishes and serve simple. The price is moderate. Type of food Main dishes. Drinks. Coffee. Desserts.

10. ETHNIC RESTAURANT… The service is fast. The menu includes ethnic dishes. Cost is high. Types of Food Indian/Chinese/ Mexicanfood . Drinks. Desserts.

11. Hotel Tariff… Tariff means the rate for the room we are charging from the guest and we have quoted on the tariff card/ hotel brochure. It is difficult task as the rates have to be changed. There are various methods to fix the room rates. It depends on various factors. There are various rates for various clients, FIT, GIT, Off season, etc. Taxes as applicable/ taxes extra . Taxes are added to these tariff rates when preparing the final bill

12. Hotel Tariff concept… BASIS OF FIXING THE PRICES 24 hours rates : Check in 10.00 am, check out 9.00 am. If guest comes at 7.00 am, then leaves the next day at 10.00 am, then we will charge 2 days tariff. Day rates : if guest will not stay in night. Night basis : widespread method, eg . Guest is spending 3 nights, 2 days then we will charge for 3 nights.

13. Types of hotel Tariff Rack rate : the rate which is printed on tariff card eg , 10000 Rs/ night. Group rates : when there is a group of 10 or more persons and taking more rooms, 10% discount on tariff, 9000 Rs/ night. Volume rates : when travel agents/companies give bulk business for the year, given 20 – 30 % discount. 7000 Rs/night. Bulk business of minimum 1,00,000 rs /year. Off season rates : When tourist footfall minimum on destination.

14. Types of hotel Tariff… Travel agents rates: all hotels give travel agents commission (TAC) 20% on tariff. Tour rates : special rates for tour operators who sell packages , it includes room and all meals. Eg 4000rs/ person / day on twin sharing basis. Company/ government rates : 30% less on tariff. Crew rate : given to airlines for stay of cabin crew, pilots, hostesses etc. 30%less then printed tariff.

15. Types of hotel Tariff… Weekday/ weekend rate : discount is offered on weekdays from Monday to Friday. Package rate : package given to MICE, marriages, conferences, for eg 100 rooms. Crib rates : rates we charge for children. Children below 12 years are free, we charge 2000 rs / night for children above 12 years. Family rate : family will include accommodation for 2 adults and 2 children . Suite room/ family room with extra bed is given.

16. Hotel Meal Plan… There are some industry standards for Meal Plans, Keep in mind that the definition of each plan is a general understanding, and the description of the Meal Plans can be adjusted by the hotel.

17. Types of Meal Plan… A la carte  –  Does not include any meals. All-Inclusive (AI)  – All -inclusive plans differ from resort to resort, but the basic "inclusive" plan traditionally covers all meals, beverages.

18. Types of Meal Plan… American Plan (AP) Includes  three meals per day at the hotel, i.e. breakfast, lunch and dinner. Travelers choosing a hotel in a remote location where there are not many restaurants — or none at all — need to stay at a hotel that offers an American plan. Meals plans typically do not include wine or cocktails.

19. Types of Meal Plan… Bed & Breakfast (BB) Includes only room rate and breakfast meal (Bread, Juice/coffee)

20. Types of Meal Plan… Continental Plan (CP) A continental breakfast normally consists of coffee or tea, juice, and bread. The bread may be as simple as a loaf or as appealing as a basket of freshly baked croissants, scones, and muffins. At some facilities, yogurt and fresh fruit may also be available. The Continental Plan breakfast does not include cooked foods, such as pancakes or eggs.

21. Types of Meal Plan… European Plan (EP) Does  not include any meals. The advantage of the European Plan is that guests have more options to try a variety of restaurant experiences, and can often save money by eating out at restaurants that charge less than the hotel dining room.

22. Types of Meal Plan… Family American Plan (FA) This plan offers free or discounted meals for children.

23. Types of Meal Plan… Half Board (or Half Pension) Includes two meals per day at the hotel. Breakfast and either lunch or dinner.  Typically used in European countries.

24. Types of Meal Plan… Modified American Plan (MAP) The quoted rate includes two meals a day, including breakfast and either lunch or dinner. In the Modified American plan, these meals are provided by the hotel dining room. Travelers choosing a hotel in a remote location where there are not many restaurants — or none at all.

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