Waste management in food and beverage operations : the case of Alexandria
Author
Source
International Journal of Heritage, Tourism, and Hospitality
Issue
Vol. 10, Issue 2 (30 Sep. 2016), pp.321-336, 16 p.
Publisher
Fayoum University Faculty of Tourism and Hotels
Publication Date
2016-09-30
Country of Publication
Egypt
No. of Pages
16
Main Subjects
Abstract EN
Waste disposal is a major concern today and its management is a key aspect of the environmental management of food and beverage (F and B) operations.
In the current research, relevant literature is being reviewed and the current status of waste management in Alexandria F&B operations is being investigated by surveying the 63 licensed F&B operations in Alexandria.
Managers of these operations were requested to participate in the study by filling in the study questionnaire.
In addition, structured interviews were conducted with two inspectors of environmental audit unit in Alexandria governorate.
Findings revealed that logistical problems including hauling and landfills legislation, as well as, availability of recycling and composting facilities stood as the most challenging barriers for carrying out an efficient waste management system.
The current research also revealed the need for reliable waste segregation units for successful management of waste and that health and sanitation problems hindered donations to food banks.
Eventually, F and B operations were found to be focusing only on cost reductions not on creating positive environmental impacts.
This could give an idea of how much room for improvement there is.
More studies need to be carried out on the implementation of sustainable waste management for the hospitality industry in general and in F and B operations, in particular, including different cities allover Egypt to evaluate the challenges and opportunities involved.
American Psychological Association (APA)
al-Damardash, Jilan M.. 2016. Waste management in food and beverage operations : the case of Alexandria. International Journal of Heritage, Tourism, and Hospitality،Vol. 10, no. 2, pp.321-336.
https://search.emarefa.net/detail/BIM-855577
Modern Language Association (MLA)
al-Damardash, Jilan M.. Waste management in food and beverage operations : the case of Alexandria. International Journal of Heritage, Tourism, and Hospitality Vol. 10, no. 2 (Sep. 2016), pp.321-336.
https://search.emarefa.net/detail/BIM-855577
American Medical Association (AMA)
al-Damardash, Jilan M.. Waste management in food and beverage operations : the case of Alexandria. International Journal of Heritage, Tourism, and Hospitality. 2016. Vol. 10, no. 2, pp.321-336.
https://search.emarefa.net/detail/BIM-855577
Data Type
Journal Articles
Language
English
Record ID
BIM-855577