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Degree Name
MS (Master of Science)
Program
Technology
Date of Award
8-2003
Committee Chair or Co-Chairs
Amelia Brown
Committee Members
Alison K. Schaefer, Carroll R. Hyder
Abstract
The purpose of this study was to determine the need for a high school Hospitality and Tourism Program in Washington County, Tennessee and to identify skills food service operators deemed important for entry- level positions that are to be obtained. Three high schools and 114 restaurants in Washington County were involved in the study. Data were collected through a quantitative phone study questionnaire. The findings of the study identified that the restaurant industry and teachers indicated there was a need for skilled workers through the implementation of the Hospitality and Tourism program in the Washington County schools. Finally, it was determined that there was a need for better training of students entering the restaurant industry and a willingness of restaurant operators to work with these students.
Document Type
Thesis - restricted
Recommended Citation
Southerland, Mary Goodman, "Comparison of the Implementation of a High School Hospitality and Tourism Program and the Food Service Employment Needs in Washington County, Tennessee." (2003). Electronic Theses and Dissertations. Paper 770. https://dc.etsu.edu/etd/770
Copyright
Copyright by the authors.