Sustainable Practices in Hospitality Flashcard

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What is the primary benefit of sourcing ingredients locally in the hospitality industry?

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Locally grown food is often fresher, as it doesn't have to travel long distances, preserving its nutritional value. The shorter the distance it has to travel, the fewer carbon emissions are produced during transport, contributing to a reduction in food miles and our carbon footprint.

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Method to improve energy efficiency in kitchens?

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1. Choose energy-saving kitchen appliances.

2. Optimise your cooking methods.

3. Optimise your refrigerator and freezer.

4. Use energy-saving kitchen lights.

5. Consider smart appliances.

6. Properly maintain your kitchen appliances.

7. Be mindful of your dishwasher usage.

8. Insulate your kitchen.

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What is an example of eco-friendly packaging?

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• Recycled materials

  Cardboard boxes are a common example of eco-friendly packaging. They can reduce oil and CO2 emissions by 60% compared to plastic. 

• Biodegradable materials

  These materials are made from organic substances and decompose naturally over time. Examples include corn starch packaging, compostable poly mailers, and biodegradable packing tape and stickers. 

• Reusable materials

  These materials can be used again and again, eliminating waste. Glass bottles are a prime example. 

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Why do you need to consider the environment in the hospitality and catering industry?

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The hospitality and catering industry should consider the environment because it's a major consumer of natural resources and has a significant impact on the environment

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What is a common strategy to reduce food waste in the catering industry?

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0. -  purchasing practices (only buy what you need)

   -  portion sizes (reduce sizes, offer portion sizes, doggy bags, employ nose to tail eating)

   -  storage methods (check temperatures, use air-tight containers, use first in first out system)

   -  food preparation practices (do not over trim, use carcasses, bones and trimmings etc to prepare stock for sauces or soups)

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Benefit of using energy-efficient kitchen appliances?

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By choosing energy efficient appliances, you're reducing your carbon footprint and lessening the strain on natural resources.Moreover, you're saving money on your energy bills.

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Why is it important to manage food waste effectively in the hospitality industry?

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Wasting food causes these emissions to be higher than they need to be. And, once discarded, food waste goes on to release the harmful greenhouse gas methane.

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What is a key characteristic of sustainable sourcing of ingredients?

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Sustainable sourcing is the act of looking for ingredients that are sustainably farmed. That means these ingredients, whether agricultural produce or meat, are farmed with more than economic considerations in mind. Sustainable farmers take into account the environmental and social impact of their farming activities.