Overview
The Department of Catering Science & Hotel Management is well equipped in all sectors of Hotel and Catering Industry. It enriches the students in various fields like Food Production, Bakery and Confectionery, Food & Beverage service; Bar Tending etc. The Department is having well equipped lab facilities like Basic Training Kitchen, Quantity Training Kitchen, Front Office Lab, Training Restaurant, and House Keeping Lab to enhance the practical knowledge of the students. In order to improve the Catering skill of the student's, the department frequently organizes food festivals, Guest Lectures and many other similar features to meet the growing demand
Features
The Boom in tourism industry in India had opened new avenues in Hospitality Industry. It promises a bright future for anyone who s wishes to take up a career in this segment. This course makes one aware of every operating section of the Hotel Industry.
It Provides employment directly to millions of people & includes Government Tourism Department, Travel Agencies, Airlines, Tour Operators, Airline Catering, There are opportunities as guide & Tourism Promoters also.
Courses
Eligibility
H.S.C. Passed
Vision
To train the students to serve in the hotel and hospitality industry successfully to meet the global changes and to handle the customers with care and respect.
Mission
To teach the students the basics of hotel industry and train their mind to serve the society with love and affection and also to prepare them to meet the universal needs.
Department Activites (2024-25)
Seminar / Workshop / Conferences organized
| S. No. |
Date |
Nature of the Event (Conference/ Seminar/ Workshop) |
Title |
Resource Person |
| 1 |
16/03/2026 |
Workshop |
“Secretes of Tandoor” |
Chef Manoj Kumar Bhuyan, Sr CDP, Hotel Jennys Residency, Coimbatore
Chef Mohan Kumar, Sr CDP, Hotel Jennys Residency, Coimbatore
|
| 2 |
18/02/2026 |
Workshop |
“Gastronomic Presentation Workshop” |
Chef Kalaiselvan Manivanan, Executive Chef, Hotel Merlis, Coimbatore
Chef Sathish Chandrasekaran, Sr Sous Chef, Hotel Merlis, Coimbatore
|
| 3 |
29/12/2025 |
Workshop |
Mixology |
Mr. Sathish G, Bartender, Citrus Events, Coimbatore
|
| 4 |
26/12/2025 |
Workshop |
Hospitality Operations and Quality Standards |
Ms. Keerti M Tejsinghani, HR Manager, Hotel Fairfield by Marriott, Coimbatore
|
Guest Lecture/Invited Lecture
| S. No. |
Date |
Name and Designation of the Resource Person |
Topic |
| 1 |
06/02/2026 |
Ms. Nisha, Trainer, Franklinn Institute of Air Hostess Training, Coimbatore |
Awareness in career opportunities in aviation industry |
| 2 |
12/01/2026 |
Mr. Thameemul Ansari, Front Office Manager, Vivanta, Coimbatore |
Front office excellence, guest handling, communication & problem solving |
| 3 |
09/01/2026 |
Chef Dr. M. Thirulogachandar, Consultant, Indian Culinary Institute, Tirupati |
Leadership and team management in hospitality industry |
|
1
|
28-Feb-24
|
Mr.Rajeev Sharma
Head of Western Region Operations
MS Overseas Consultants
Mumbai
|
Awareness on Higher Studies Overseas
|
|
2
|
19-Feb-24
|
Mr. Sreedhar,
Founder, Honey Coupe and Tea Caf Studio,
Tirupur.
|
Therapeutic Culinary
|
|
3.
|
15-Feb-24
|
Mr.V.Venkat Raj
Food and Beverage Manager,
Trivik Hotels,
Chikmagaluru, Karnataka
|
Function Catering Operations
|
|
4
|
27-Sep-23
|
Ms. R. Ramya
Founder, Slice of Heaven,
Coimbatore
|
Women Entrepreneurship Program
Under G20 Indian Presidency Theme
|
|
5
|
4-Aug-23
|
Mr. Shreyas. S. Reddy
Training Manager, Hotel Le Meridien,
Coimbatore
|
Hospitality Sector Trends Workshop
|
Student Development Programme
| S.No |
Date |
Title |
Resource Person |
| 1 |
18/08/2025 |
Uniform Issuing Ceremony |
Mr. Madahapatty Rangaraj, Celebrity Chef, Judge – MasterChef Tamil
|
Faculty Professional Development Programme
| S.No |
Date |
Title |
Resource Person |
| 1 |
05/06/2025,
06/06/2025,
09/06/2025
|
3 Days Faculty Development Program at CakeBee Bakery, Coimbatore
|
Mr. Bheema, Pastry Chef, Cakebee Deli Fresh Pvt. Ltd., Central Baking Unit, Peelamedu, Coimbatore
|
Alumni Interaction
| S.No |
Date |
Title |
Alumni |
| 1 |
10/02/2026 |
Career Opportunities in Hospitality Industry |
Mr. Mohamed Jafer Shadiq R,
Senior Chef De Partie,
McKeever Hotels, UK
|
Extension Activities
| S.No |
Date |
Nature of the extension |
Place |
Students involved |
| 1 |
12-FEB-26 |
Promoting Menstrual Cycle Awareness and Healthy Practices among Women |
Nesavalar Colony, Coimbatore |
| 1 |
09-Sep-23 |
Awareness Programme on Production of Natural Fertilizers using vegetable waste from home |
Paduvampalli village |
Keerthana. M, Navya. J, Shaamkumar. S, Vinothkumar. D, Vishwa. S |
| 2 |
09-Sep-23 |
Awareness Programme on Production of Natural Fertilizers using vegetable waste from home |
Paduvampalli village |
Keerthana. M, Navya. J, Shaamkumar. S, Vinothkumar. D, Vishwa. S |
Other Activities
| S.No |
Date |
Nature of the extension |
Place |
Students involved |
| 1 |
23/02/2026 |
First Aid Training in KMCH |
Dr. Balasubramanian,
Principal,
Kovai Medical Center and Hospital (KMCH), Coimbatore
|
| 2 |
23/01/2026,
24/01/2026
|
Pool Campus Interview |
The Ibnii, Coorg,
Abhay Singh – HR Manager,
Anto Paul – Head, Liaisoning and Administration
|
| 3 |
27/09/2025 |
World Tourism Day Celebration 2025 |
Along with Hotel ‘O’ by Tamara, Coimbatore
|
Co-curricular Activities
| S.No |
Date |
Name of the Event |
|
1.
|
20-Mar-24
|
Industrial Visit to Hotel Le Meridian, Coimbatore – 25 Students
|
|
2.
|
8-Mar-24
|
Creamistry – Workshop cum Sale of Bakery Products.
|
|
3.
|
30-Sep-23
|
Group Activity on “Designing a New Start-Up”, (Incorporation of STEM/ STEAM)
|
|
4.
|
29-Sep-23
|
Inter-Departmental Competition on Formulation of Nutritious Snacks for School Children.
|
|
5.
|
23-Aug-23
|
Seventeen students attended the One Day National Level Life Skill Seminar on “Food Safety and HACCP Implementation” at VLB Janakiammal College of Arts and Science, Coimbatore
|
|
6.
|
24-Jul-23
|
Six students attended the Regional Culinary Meet of SICA (South Indian Chef’s Association) at Sri Ramakrishna College of Arts and Science
|
|
7.
|
7-Jul-23
|
Sixty Five of our students visited Bakers Technology Fair 2023 at Codissia Trade Fair Complex, Coimbatore.
|
|
8.
|
22-Jun-23
|
Ten Students attended the Exclusive Students meet “Eduposium 2023” organized by EEMA (Event and Entertainment Management Association at PSG iTECH campus, Neelambur, Coimbatore.
|
Archive (2015-2026)
Faculty Details
01. Assistant Professor and Head
Mr.R.Prasanth
B.Sc. (CS & HM), MBA (HR), MBA (Hotel Mgt.)
prasanth.r@drngpasc.ac.in
Experience
Teaching: 16 years | Research: 3 years | Industry: 4 years
Specialization
Food and Beverage Service
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02. Assistant Professor(SG)
Mr.M.Venkateswaran
M.Sc., M.B.A.
venkateswaran@drngpasc.ac.in
Experience
Teaching: 14.9 years | Industry: 3.5 years
Specialization
Food Production and Bakery
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03. Assistant Professor
Mr.M.Santhosh
B.Sc. (CS & HM), MBA
santhosh.m@drngpasc.ac.in
Experience
Teaching: 10 years | Industry – 8.5 Years
Specialization
Food and Beverage Service, Front Office
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04. Assistant Professor
Mr.S.Arunachalam
Dip, B.Sc. (CS & HM), MBA
arunachalam.s@drngpasc.ac.in
Experience
Teaching: 1 year | Industry: 1.3 Years
Specialization
Front Office, Accomodation
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05. Assistant Professor
Ms.M.Magalakshmi
B.Sc. (CS & HM),MBA
magalakshmi.m@drngpasc.ac.in
Experience
Teaching: 8 Months | Industry: 3.2 Years
Specialization
Fine dine, continental cuisine
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06. Visiting Faculty
Mr.R.Navaneeth
B.Sc., M.B.A.
nava91.anu@gmail.com
Specialization
HR Manager
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Programme educational objectives
The Curriculum is designed to attain the following learning goals which students shall accomplish by the time of their Graduation:
- To inculcate the basic concepts and applications of Catering Science and Hotel Management in the student and to get expertise and Flourish in the field of Hospitality.
- To provide opportunities to get hands- on experience in the hotel and Hospitality industry.
- To enhance the skills of the students with some key aspects like patience, smart work, punctuality, hard work, communication, body language, willingness to work, etc. that are very much expected by the hospitality industry.
- To provide opportunities for students to secure knowledge in hospitality industry and service sectors.
- To develop the Entrepreneurship skills in the minds of the students.
Programme outcomes
On the successful completion of the programme, the following are the expected outcomes.
| PO Number |
PO Statement |
| P01 |
Will be able to understand about the basics which are very much necessary for working in all the departments of a hospitality industry.
Will be able to gain knowledge about the aspects of cookery and to be skillful personnel to work in the different sections of the hotel kitchen
|
| P02 |
Could be able to be a very good entrepreneur who can be successful in his career by the usage of his knowledge with a strong understanding about the basics. |
| P03 |
Will be able to serve in the food service outlets like restaurants, banquets, bars, etc. |
| P04 |
Will be able to work in the housekeeping department by the knowledge acquired during his period of study. |
| P05 |
Will be able to handle guest and the problems in the front office department by the knowledge that is acquired during his course. |
Department Achievements (2023-24)
Staff Recognitions
| S. No. |
Date |
Name of the Staff |
Name of the Award |
Awarded By |
| 1 |
19/09/2025 |
Ms. M. Magalakshmi |
Bronze Medal in Plated Appetizer Category |
7th Edition of SICA Culinary Olympiad & Exhibition 2025 |
| 2 |
12/09/2025 |
Mr. R. Prasanth |
First Prize for Paper Presentation |
Garden City University, Bangalore |
Staff Recognitions
| S.No |
Date |
Name of the Staff |
Nature of Recognition |
Organization / Institution |
| 1 |
27/09/2025 |
Mr. R. Prasanth |
Jury Member |
Women Empowerment Program organized by Rashika Events |
| 2 |
17/07/2025 |
Mr. R. Prasanth |
Chief Guest |
CIT Sandwich Polytechnic College – Association Inauguration of Chemical Engineering Department |
Staff Participation
| S.No |
Date |
Name of the Staff |
Event |
Organization / Institution |
|
1.
|
29-Feb-24
|
Mr. R.Prasanth
Mr. S.Vijayakumar
Mr. M.Venkateswaran
|
National Level Webinar on Impact of ICT usage in Hospitality Industry
|
Hindusthan College of Arts and Science, Coimbatore
|
|
2
|
5-Feb-24 to 9-Feb-24
|
Mr. R.Prasanth
Mr. S.Vijayakumar
Mr. M.Venkateswaran
|
Five Days Faculty Development Programme on “Leadership Excellence and Development”.
|
Sri Krishna College of Arts and Science, Coimbatore
|
|
3
|
28-Jan-24
|
Mr. R.Prasanth
|
Webinar on Time Management
|
KV Institute of Management, Coimbatore
|
|
4
|
5-Oct-23
|
Mr. S.Vijayakumar
|
One day workshop on Research Methodology for Tourism & Hospitality Research
|
PSG College of Arts & Science, Coimbatore.
|
Students Participation
| S.No |
Date |
Name of the Student(s) |
Event |
Organization / Institution |
Prize won |
| 1 |
12/09/2025 |
Ms. Akkshithaa C |
Live Practical Cooking – Asian |
7th Edition of SICA Culinary Olympiad & Exhibition 2025 |
Gold Medal |
Staff Presentation
| S. No. |
Date |
Name of the Staff |
Name of the Event |
Title of Presentation |
Organization / Institution |
| 1 |
12/09/2025 |
Mr. R. Prasanth |
International Conference – Transition 2025 |
Carbon Neutral – Hospitality |
Garden City University, Bangalore |
| 2 |
12/09/2025 |
Mr. M. Santhosh |
International Conference – Transition 2025 |
BYTE SIZED BITES – MENU |
Garden City University, Bangalore |
Students Presentation
| S. No. |
Date |
Name of the Student |
Name of the Event |
Title of Presentation |
Organization / Institution |
| 1 |
12/09/2025 |
Ms. V. Nandita |
International Conference – Transition 2025 |
Smarter Hospitality: Enhancing Guest Experience Through Predictive Analytics and AI |
Garden City University, Bangalore |
| 2 |
12/09/2025 |
Ms. M. Haritha Sri |
International Conference – Transition 2025 |
Smarter Hospitality: Enhancing Guest Experience Through Predictive Analytics and AI |
Garden City University, Bangalore |
| 3 |
12/09/2025 |
Ms. J. Darshini |
International Conference – Transition 2025 |
Smarter Hospitality: Enhancing Guest Experience Through Predictive Analytics and AI |
Garden City University, Bangalore |
