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Fundamentals of Hospitality Industry
MODES OF FOOD AND
BEVERAGE OPERATION
INDEPENDENT OWNERSHIP
Usually refers to small family-run food
and beverage services where the
owners have complete control. This was
the only existing option before the
emergence of chains.
These food and beverage services do
however have the highest failure rate.
You often find that most groups are
made up of ‘independently-run’ food
and beverage services.
Depending on the location, the clientele
may vary accordingly. However,
business usually relies on local
customers or its neighbourhood.
Examples of independent ownership of
food and beverage services would be
family-owned and operated.
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