Gissell Hernandez-Silva
HGMT1102
Prof.Krondl
11-16-18
Ind. Vocab Project
                                                 Professionalism
A lot of things might come to mind when you hear the word professionalism. In my case, the word professionalism relates to the food industry world. In the food industry professionalism is a big deal, it stretches from the waiters service to how the food is actually prepared and served. Having a positive outlook matters to how this whole idea of professionalism comes together.
   
“Food Service Vocabulary”  in Thought Co. by Kenneth Beare
      The image above shows professionalism in the way the food looks and is being handled. Also the person holding it has proper attire which also has to do with looking professional. The word professionalism is not always on appearance but on having the right attitude as well. In other words you won’t make sales having an uptight or grouchy attitude, being in a good mood even if it doesn’t reflect how you are really feeling is key to professionalism. Another key fact to professionalism is knowing what you are doing with your money and what kind of ingredients you are buying. In the reading it talks about markets and how they all basically began the local food trend. The reading relates to what markets provide and how people purchase their ingredients which is essential for professionalism. Knowing important facts that are in the article and in general about markets is professionalism. You know what you are buying and how much it will cost you so you are incorporating the information you know to real world. It talks about how markets were used as a source for trading which can e very essential if you need an ingredient but someone else has it and vice versa. It basically says if you know how to manage your food you will know how to manage your income. Asking yourself educated questions on your produce is a major key to success as well. Professionalism isn’t something you’re born with, it is something that you learn throughout life and is essential in the food industry. If you are going into or are already in the Hospitality Management industry then professionalism is very important because it is worked within the food industry. The food industry is very competitive if you don’t have professionalism then it’s going to be very hard for you to get through it. Overall Professionalism is important in any industry and should be taught regardless. I try to be as professional in my everyday life, for example in school and at work. It is something we should all develop.
Professionalism is a loaded term and can mean so many things, can’t it. It describes behavior but also a knowledge base. Certainly learning the jargon of any profession, as this exercise aims to do, is essential to being part of any field.
I consider that professionalism is super important within the hospitality industry. We have to learn how to act in a professional way, in all senses. In the food section, I see professionalism when it comes to decorate a dish. The way we put the items on it shows professionalism. It is also seen when choosing providers, selecting the decoration of the restaurant and so on so on. We have to be and act as professionals, give a professional service so our clients can be satisfied. I also agree with you when you mention that we show professionalism in the way we dress.