Title: Describe the origins and development of culinary arts.
Course: Introduction to Culinary Arts (16051-36) > Section: Exploring Culinary Arts

Description should include

- the basic structure and function of the classical kitchen brigade system
- important advancements in food products used in culinary arts
- high points in the innovation of food service equipment
- milestones in the growth of food service establishments.

Process/Skill Questions:

Thinking

- What is the influence of the classical kitchen brigade system on culinary arts?
- Which advancements in food products have been the most significant? Why?
- What are the most important innovations in the history of food service equipment? Why?
- How have changes in the American family influenced the food service industry?
- What trends do we see developing in the industry?

Communication

- What role has advertising played in the evolution of the food service industry?
- How have computers changed the food service industry in recent years?

Leadership

- How does cooperation among the brigade members contribute to the quality of the food product?

Management

- Why would management use cross-training to prepare employees to function in multiple roles?
- Why does management have a responsibility to be aware of trends in the industry?