Menu
 
Hospitality and Restaurant ManagementView Catalog Details

Enroll Now

Thousands of students get their start at Mt. SAC every year. Take the path to your future career one step further by enrolling in our program. Apply Now
Hospitality and Restaurant Management
View Catalog Details

Questions?

Contact: Shelley DoonanTitle: Program CoordinatorContact: SDoonan@mtsac.edu
Career Outlook Hospitality and Restaurant Management

Business Division
Degree S1307

This Associate of Science in Hospitality and Restaurant Management prepares students for mid-level or Manager-In-Training position in the hospitality industry. Students gain practical and management training in: food safety and sanitation, food production, dining room service management, supervision, cost control, financial accounting, lodging management, and hospitality law. Students who successfully complete the requirements for this degree will also earn the Food Protection Manager Certification from the National Restaurant Association upon passing the ServSafe Exam. This program is designed to articulate with the Collins College of Hospitality Management at Cal Poly Pomona as well as other universities. Students planning to transfer should consult with Hospitality Management Coordinator and Counseling to discuss transfer options.

This degree requires the completion of General Education coursework plus the following:

Required Courses

Industry StatisticsJob Titles & Salaries
Select a related job title below to view demand & salary information
    • Food Service Managers

      Food Service Managers

      SOC Career Code: 11-9051.00

      Plan, direct, or coordinate activities of an organization or department that serves food and beverages.

      Typical Hourly Salary
      $20.34

      The figure above is based off a percentile of 25 percent. 100 mile radus icon for career resultsAll job data and figures based on a 100 mile radius from Mt. SAC

      Top Entry-Level Education
      Chart Legend
      • Doctoral Degree Or More
      • Master's Degree
      • Bachelor's Degree
      • Associate's Degree
      • Some College
      • Certificate
      • High School Diploma Or Less
      Median Salary Earnings
      $59,914.95
      Annual Job Openings
      7,744

      Openings are regional vacancies due to growth and turnover in this career.All job data and figures based on a 100 mile radius from Mt. SAC

      Historical Wages
    • Lodging Managers

      Lodging Managers

      SOC Career Code: 11-9081.00

      Plan, direct, or coordinate activities of an organization or department that provides lodging and other accommodations.

      Typical Hourly Salary
      $24.94

      The figure above is based off a percentile of 25 percent. 100 mile radus icon for career resultsAll job data and figures based on a 100 mile radius from Mt. SAC

      Top Entry-Level Education
      Chart Legend
      • Doctoral Degree Or More
      • Master's Degree
      • Bachelor's Degree
      • Associate's Degree
      • Some College
      • Certificate
      • High School Diploma Or Less
      Median Salary Earnings
      $70,335.38
      Annual Job Openings
      904

      Openings are regional vacancies due to growth and turnover in this career.All job data and figures based on a 100 mile radius from Mt. SAC

      Historical Wages
    • Postsecondary Business Teachers

      Postsecondary Business Teachers

      SOC Career Code: 25-1011.00

      Teach courses in business administration and management, such as accounting, finance, human resources, labor and industrial relations, marketing, and operations research. Includes both teachers primarily engaged in teaching and those who do a combination of teaching and research.

      Typical Hourly Salary
      $40.38

      The figure above is based off a percentile of 25 percent. 100 mile radus icon for career resultsAll job data and figures based on a 100 mile radius from Mt. SAC

      Top Entry-Level Education
      Chart Legend
      • Doctoral Degree Or More
      • Master's Degree
      • Bachelor's Degree
      • Associate's Degree
      • Some College
      • Certificate
      • High School Diploma Or Less
      Median Salary Earnings
      $109,747.91
      Annual Job Openings
      19,689

      Openings are regional vacancies due to growth and turnover in this career.All job data and figures based on a 100 mile radius from Mt. SAC

      Historical Wages
    • Hotel, Motel, and Resort Desk Clerks

      Hotel, Motel, and Resort Desk Clerks

      SOC Career Code: 43-4081.00

      Accommodate hotel, motel, and resort patrons by registering and assigning rooms to guests, issuing room keys or cards, transmitting and receiving messages, keeping records of occupied rooms and guests' accounts, making and confirming reservations, and presenting statements to and collecting payments from departing guests.

      Typical Hourly Salary
      $16.89

      The figure above is based off a percentile of 25 percent. 100 mile radus icon for career resultsAll job data and figures based on a 100 mile radius from Mt. SAC

      Top Entry-Level Education
      Chart Legend
      • Doctoral Degree Or More
      • Master's Degree
      • Bachelor's Degree
      • Associate's Degree
      • Some College
      • Certificate
      • High School Diploma Or Less
      Median Salary Earnings
      $37,303.62
      Annual Job Openings
      5,246

      Openings are regional vacancies due to growth and turnover in this career.All job data and figures based on a 100 mile radius from Mt. SAC

      Historical Wages

Certificate & Degree Details

Select a certificate below to expand details
  • Hospitality and Restaurant Management

    Business Division
    Degree S1307

    This Associate of Science in Hospitality and Restaurant Management prepares students for mid-level or Manager-In-Training position in the hospitality industry. Students gain practical and management training in: food safety and sanitation, food production, dining room service management, supervision, cost control, financial accounting, lodging management, and hospitality law. Students who successfully complete the requirements for this degree will also earn the Food Protection Manager Certification from the National Restaurant Association upon passing the ServSafe Exam. This program is designed to articulate with the Collins College of Hospitality Management at Cal Poly Pomona as well as other universities. Students planning to transfer should consult with Hospitality Management Coordinator and Counseling to discuss transfer options.

    This degree requires the completion of General Education coursework plus the following:

    Required Courses

    Course Prefix Course Name Units
    CUL 102Professional Cooking I3
    HRM 51Introduction to Hospitality3
    HRM 52Food Safety and Sanitation2
    HRM 56Hospitality Supervision3
    HRM 57Hospitality Cost Control3
    HRM 59Introduction to Food and Beverage Management3
    HRM 64Hospitality Financial Accounting3
    HRM 66Hospitality Law3
    HRM 70Introduction to Lodging3
    Choose one course from the following:3
    HRM 61
    Menu Planning
    HRM 62
    Event Planning and Catering
    HRM 74
    Introduction to Tourism
    HRM 91
    Hospitality Work Experience 1
    Total Units29
    1

    This is a variable unit course. Three units are required.

  • Hospitality: Event Planning and Catering

    Business Division
    Certificate E0379

    The Event Planning and Catering Certificate prepares students for entry-level positions in event planning and catering companies, banquets facilities, hotels, convention centers, and fair grounds. Students gain practical and management training in: food safety and sanitation, food production, menu development, developing catering business plans, client meeting techniques, contract creation and banquet event order development. Students who successfully complete the requirements for this certificate will also earn the Food Protection Manager Certification from the National Restaurant Association upon passing the ServSafe Exam.

    Required Courses

    Course Prefix Course Name Units
    CUL 102Professional Cooking I3
    HRM 52Food Safety and Sanitation2
    HRM 61Menu Planning3
    HRM 62Event Planning and Catering3
    Total Units11

    Guided Pathways of Study Suggested Course Sequence  

  • Hospitality: Food Services

    Business Division
    Certificate E1390

    This certificate prepares the holder to enter the food service field as a skilled food service worker in either food preparation or service.

    Required Courses

    Course Prefix Course Name Units
    HRM 51Introduction to Hospitality3
    HRM 52Food Safety and Sanitation2
    HRM 59Introduction to Food and Beverage Management3
    Total Units8
  • Hospitality: Hospitality Management - Level I

    Business Division
    Certificate E1332

    The Hospitality: Hospitality Management - Level I Certificate prepares students for entry-level positions in the hospitality industry. Students receive training in dining room service management and lodging operations. Students who successfully complete the requirements for this certificate will also be required to complete a minimum of 60 non-paid or 75 paid hours of work experience in the hospitality industry.

    Required Courses

    Course Prefix Course Name Units
    HRM 51Introduction to Hospitality3
    HRM 59Introduction to Food and Beverage Management3
    HRM 70Introduction to Lodging3
    HRM 91Hospitality Work Experience1
    Total Units10
  • Hospitality: Restaurant Management - Level I

    Business Division
    Certificate E1333

    The Hospitality: Restaurant Management - Level I Certificate prepares the holder for an entry-level position within a restaurant.

    Required Courses

    Course Prefix Course Name Units
    CUL 114Dining Room Service Management3
    HRM 51Introduction to Hospitality3
    HRM 52Food Safety and Sanitation2
    HRM 91Hospitality Work Experience1
    Total Units9

Contacts

Department Contact

Contact: Shelley DoonanTitle: Program CoordinatorContact: SDoonan@mtsac.edu

Office Contact

Location: Building 78-1120Phone: (909) 274 - 4856