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Food Service Manager


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Program Description


​The ManageFirst® Program (MFP), created by the National Restaurant Association Educational Foundation (NRAEF), and managed nationally by National Restaurant Association Solutions, is a management development program that equips students with the key competencies they need to begin or advance their management careers in the demanding food service industry. This course series prepares students for the ManageFirst® Professional (MFP) credential and ServSafe® Food Safety certification.

Program Outcomes


Successful Completion:

Successful completion of the course requirements recognizes students as having the academic and practical knowledge needed to succeed in the restaurant, food service and hospitality industry. To earn the MFP credential, students must also complete 800 service hours in the food service industry.

CCBC Credential: Students will receive a Continuing Education Workforce Training Certificate, and will have access to a Continuing Education academic record (transcript).

External Credential: Students will receive a ManageFirst® Professional credential and a ServSafe® Food Safety certification.

Certifying Organization: ManageFirst® Professional, www.managefirst.restaurant.org

Financial Aid and Payment Options


Continuing Education Opportunity Grant
Partial Payment Option (through Nelnet Business Solutions)
Tuition Waiver for those who qualify
Employer/Sponsor Paid Tuition
Division of Rehabilitation Services (DORS)
Local Office of Workforce Development

Program Length


Varies based on electives: 3-4 weeks (5 days/week) or 18-22 weeks (1 day/ week). Courses are offered at CCBC Owings Mills. Program cohorts start three times each year in the Fall, Winter and Summer. This program is offered in a blended format.  The first and last day of the class are face to face.  The rest of the class is flexible distance learning to suit students’ busy schedules.

Program Requirements


High School Diploma or GED; minimum age of 18

Recommended: Prior food service background is helpful, but not required.

External credential requirement: Must have completed 800 service hours in the food industry (not required for class registration).

​Information sessions are offered monthly. Check the CCBC Continuing Education Catalog for locations, dates, and times.

 

Application Process


To apply, go to www.ccbcmd.edu/apply and complete the CCBC Non-Credit Workforce Training Certificate application.  An email will then be sent with program information and any additional requirements necessary to apply for the program.

Open Entry – No screening or documentation required.

Prior Learning Assessment


This program has potential options for waiving select courses based on previous coursework or articulated coursework from an approved curriculum. Maximum number of program hours that may be earned from prior learning: 5

Program Course Sequence


 ​Students can take course(s) in any order. 

Course Number

Course

Title

Course Hours

Textbook Information

(approximate cost; subject to change)

Costs

T=Tuition/F=Fees

Core Courses:

HSL 059

ManageFirst® Controlling Food Costs

35

Text(s), certification exams and materials provided and included in course costs.

$519

T-$156/F-$363

HSL 057

ManageFirst® Hospitality and Restaurant Management

35

Text(s), certification exams and materials provided and included in course costs.

$519

T-$156/F-$363

HSL 038

ManageFirst® Hospitality Human Resource Management

35

Text(s), certification exams and materials provided and included in course costs.

$519

T-$156/F-$363

HSL 016

ServSafe® Food Safety Training and Certification

16

Text(s), certification exams and materials provided and included in course costs.

$209

T-$63/F-$146

Elective Courses:

HSL 040

ManageFirst® Customer Service

20

Text(s), certification exams and materials provided and included in course costs.

$265

T-$80/F-$185

HSL 058

ManageFirst® Principles of Food & Beverage

35

Text(s), certification exams and materials provided and included in course costs.

$529

T-$159/F-$370

Course Series Totals:

176

 

$2,560

T-$770/F-$1790

Additional Information


Skills for Success:​
Punctual, prompt and prepared to work; maintains a well-groomed professional appearance; accepts responsibility willingly; ability to follow written and oral instructions and safety rules and regulations; ability to interact with others in a courteous and tactful manner; ability to complete assigned tasks on time.

Career Opportunities:
​Food Service Manager

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Program Contact Information


Program Coordinator|Yumi Kim| hospitalitycareers@ccbcmd.edu |443-840-4302|Owings Mills| Room 305D

Administrative Assistant: Kate Talton | ktalton@ccbcmd.edu |443-840- 4483 |Owings Mills 302

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