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Jonnatan Fajardo - Region 12

7/16/2020

 
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Prior to COVID-19 shutting down onsite intern facilities, I was lucky to complete food service management (FSM) in a one of a kind location. I completed my 200-hour rotation at Television City Café in CBS studios. Completing FSM in such a unique location brought challenges that would not necessarily present themselves in a healthcare facility. For example, I assisted in preparing menus to meet the needs of talent and the production crew. Through a needs assessment, we noticed production crews were requesting more vegetarian and vegan food options. Traditionally the café served more high-fat, high-protein animal products. We were a bit skeptical when we added the Beyond Burger to the menu, but after providing samples for a day, we sold out by the time I had completed my rotation. This showed us the demographics are evolving and there is room to add different foods to the menu that will meet client demand.
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Although this location does have the allure of Hollywood, I enjoyed working in the café in various positions, which include cashier, prep cook, dishwasher, and even catering delivery. I looked forward to using my creativity to brainstorm with the general manager and provide a different perspective on possible solutions to current problems. Being able to see stages, backdrops, and the Price is Right wheel were just bonuses.


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