BHCT 258 PRACTICAL - 4 UNIFORMS

Course Name:  BHMCT                             Semester: 4th                Paper Code: BHCT- 258

Practical:         UNIFORMS                                                    


Introduction of Uniform

Type of Fabrics:

·        Cotton

·        Synthetics (Polyester, Nylon etc.)

·        Rayon

·        Linen

·        Silk

·        Wool

Criteria to select uniform:

·        Weather conditions

·        Hotel Type

·        Work profile

·        Department

·        Fabric availability

Types of Attire

·        Formal

·        Semi Formal

·        Casual

Department wise Attire in Hotels

·        Food Production

·        F & B Service

·        Front Office

·        Housekeeping

·        Engineering

·        Security

·        Other Administration offices

 

Designing of Uniform

Uniforms are a large investment and the cost does not end with purchase. Maintenance and replacement also have to be considered. Various fabrics are used and chosen according to the budget and requirement of the department. Most popular choice for uniforms are terry cots which is a blend of both natural and synthetic cotton and is economical for stitching of uniforms. Drill, which is cotton, is used mostly for chef’s coat and aprons, as it is cool, durable, and easy to maintain.

POINTS TO BE CONSIDERED WHILE DESIGNING OF UNIFORMS

·        Image And Reputation Of The Property

·        Profile Of The Employees

·        Purpose Of Work

·        Comfortable In Wearing

·        Appearance And Style

·        Climatic Conditions Of The Place

·        Budget

·        Quality Of Fabric

·        Ease Of Availability Of Material

·        Staff Turnover

ADVANTAGES OF PROVIDING UNIFORMS

·        To The Company

·        Well Groomed appearance

·        Identify Hotel Staff

·        Differentiate Various Department

·        Work Comfort

·        Feeling Of Belongingness

·        Spirit Of Team Work

TO THE STAFF

·        Protective

·        Prestige

·        Economical

Designing of uniforms

1)      Comfort:                               (size and stitching)

2)      Practicality:              (usefulness of design features, pockets, etc.)

3)      Durability and ease of maintenance:           (type of fabric used)

Various fabrics are available according to their launder ability, comfort and ease of maintenance.

·        COTTON – 100% cotton items are advisable for hot, uncomfortable areas especially kitchens, since they ‘breathe’ and are cooler. Pure cotton is difficult to maintain so unions or blends of cotton and synthetics can be used.

·        WOOL – is a requirement in cooler temperatures (air conditioning) and is indicative of status. Blended or pure wool can be used for suiting. This needs dry-cleaning and is therefore expensive to maintain. These are frequently used only for management positions.

·        SILK – is another fabric commonly used for the female supervisory and management staff. It is commonly used for restaurant hostesses, front office staff and housekeeping supervisors.

·         RAYON – is another popular fabric especially when blended with other fibres.

·        NYLON – has good wash ability but develops static, tending to stick to the body in hot areas, as it allows no circulation of air.

·        TERRYCOT – most popular choice for uniforms as they have the advantages of both natural and synthetic fibres.

·        DRILL – drill cotton is the popular choice for chef coats and aprons as it is cool, durable and easy to maintain.

·        GABERDINE – popular suiting material, as they keep up appearances.

 

4)      Suitability:                                    (with regard to individual appearance)

5)      Appearance / Aesthetics:                       (colours, design, styles)

6)      Climate conditions of the place

7)      Image and identity of the property

8)      Budget and value for money

9)      Ease of availability of fabric

10)   Staff turnover.

 

GLOSSARY:

1.       Drill – hardwearing, smooth cotton fabric, which is used for shirts, trousers and uniforms.

2.       Gabardine – a strong fabric used for suits, dresses, sportswear and uniforms.


Design a uniform for a hotel employee of any designation keeping the points mentioned below:

DESIGNED UNIFORM PRESENTATION

SEMESTER - 4TH                          TEAM -                                BATCH -

S.No

Students Name

Criteria

Marks allotted

 

 

 

 

1

 

Design description

2

 

 

 

 

2

 

Fabric type with samples

2

 

 

 

 

3

 

Accessories

2

 

 

 

 

4

 

Comfort and maintenance factor

2

 

 

 

 

5

 

Cost

2

 

 

 

 

6

 

Presentation

2

 

 

 

 

7

 

Team Effort

3

 

 

 

 

 

 

TOTAL

15

 

 

 

 

 

Faculty Signature

 

 

 

 



COST CALCULATION

OBJECTIVE: While designing the uniform the main step is cost calculation. The objective of practical is to make students understand  that how to calculate the uniform cost.

Uniform cost includes material cost, stitching costs, accessories and footwear. Each department is debited for its employees uniform expenses. In Rooms Division, the uniform expenditure of all employees at the Front Office and Housekeeping are included. To calculate uniform costs;

  • Calculate the number of uniformed employees in all positions of all departments, including male, female ratio.
  • List all types of uniforms
  • Decide how many pars and how often uniforms are to be replenished.
  • Consider turnover of employees.
  • Provide for daily wages, trainees etc.
  • Include cost of repairing uniforms.
  • The total cost which is incurred at one time, is divided equally between 12 months.

 

The Cost per Wear Formula

One way to determine whether a purchase is value for money is calculating the cost per wear. The cost per wear formula can be a useful tool in helping make the decision to invest. The cost per wear formula looks at how much wear (or use) you will get out of a piece to assess its value for money. To work out the cost per wear of an item you just divide the price of the item by a number of times you have worn it (or estimate you will wear it).

 

Cost Calculation

       i.          Number of staff

     ii.          Number of pair per staff

    iii.          Cost of one dress (Fabric + Stitching + Accessories + Monogramming)

    iv.          Number of person X pair of dresses


PPT OF PRACTICAL


Practical 4 Uniform Attire,... by Deepak Chhikara

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