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The food service industry is both ‘old’ and ‘new’. It is old in that humans have prepared and eaten food in groups since ancient times, but it is also new because it has changed considerably over the past 150 years. The hotel, catering, and tourism industries as we know them began in the late 19th century with the development of major cities and improvements in transportation, including roads, air, sea travel, and railways.
Tourism and hospitality are thriving industries encompassing many sectors, including hotels, restaurants, travel, events, and entertainment. This dynamic area is constantly evolving and adapting to changing customer demands and trends. The industry offers a diverse range of career opportunities that cater to various interests, skills, and qualifications, with positions available from entry-level to executive management.
This profession offers many opportunities, whether working in hospitality set ups or being self-employed. Upon graduation, Trainees can work in hotels, transport catering (such as school cafeterias, railway catering, and airline catering), or as personal chefs. Trainees can also be self-employed, providing outdoor catering services and event planning. Additionally, opportunities in pastry and cake decorating are available, along with the chance to provide nutritional guidance to clients.
This profession requires passion and dedication. Many job opportunities await you upon graduation, provided you are ready to work. The Cameroon Opportunities Industrialization Center in Buea (COIC) has helped numerous Trainees secure positions in establishments like Djeuga Palace in Yaoundé, Mt. Hotel in Buea, Parliamentarian Hotel, WDC Hotel, Marcsons Hotel Limbe, St. Claire Hotel in Buea, Marion Hotel in Buea, and many other hotels in Douala like StarLand, etc., Bafoussam, Bamenda, and beyond.
The Department’s enrolment has been high since the inception of COIC in Buea, with over five thousand trainees (5,000+) and counting. The Department also offers accelerated programs for short-term learning, ensuring that all Trainees receive equal opportunities, whether in the two-year program or the shorter courses. Currently, the Department has a total of three hundred and twenty (320) Trainees, both male and female.
The Department of Hotel Management, Catering and Tourism has graduated many Trainees who are now working in Cameroon and abroad. COIC, Buea is proud to have alumni in the United States, Canada, The United Kingdom, Nigeria, The United Arab Emirates, Australia etc. The number of Trainees in Cameroon is significant, as this is our home base, with many working in hotels, restaurants, and as self-employed individuals, often employing their former classmates.
Classes are organized according to entry levels, allowing for tailored programming for practicum days and ensuring that all hands-on skills are developed to prepare Trainees for the job market and its challenges. This organization is facilitated by a timetable, ensuring that all courses receive an equal amount of time for effective learning, with practicum (70%) superseding theory (30%).
1. Quantity Food Production
2. Food and Beverage Service Operation
3. Food and Nutrition
4. Food Costing
5. Housekeeping Operations
6. Front Office Operations
7. Tourism
8. Hygiene and Sanitation
Gain practical skills with state-of-the-art facilities and equipment.
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Hotel catering and tourism involve the provision of hospitality services, including accommodation, food, and beverage services, to travelers and guests. It encompasses various aspects of the hospitality industry, such as hotels, restaurants, event catering, and tourism activities.