Purchasing: Selection and Procurement for the Hospitality Industry

by Andrew Hale Feinstein, John M. Stefanelli

Essential information from a manager's perspective-revised for today's industry
Within any hospitality business, the purchasing function underlies every aspect of the operation. Even if they are not purchasing agents, hospitality managers must have a firm grasp of purchasing principles in order to run a successful operation. Selection and Procurement for the Hospitality Industry, Seventh Edition offers a revised and updated edition of the foundational resource for this crucial area. The Seventh Edition of this classic book The Seventh Edition covers not only the latest purchasing techniques and practices, but also provides comprehensive coverage of the timeless principles of this essential topic. From the first steps of selection, to receiving, storing, and managing goods and services, Purchasing, Seventh Edition is essential reading for anyone starting or developing a career in hospitality management.

800 pages, Hardcover

First published November 30, 2001

Reviews

[Landon · Rating 5 out of 5]

Very thorough, well-organized and easy to read. I read this for my Food Purchasing class. This book has truly helped me to understand the purchasing aspect of the hospitality industry. I would definitely recommend for someone who is trying to move up within the hospitality industry.

[Sean · Rating 3 out of 5]

Like most text-books, informative but dry.