Diploma in Food Production - People's University (PU), Bhopal

(1). About the Course

A Diploma in Food Production is a 12 to 18-month software diploma that also includes software training or an internship. The Food Production Diploma Application is ready to develop students' culinary skills and unite them for the food service and hospitality industry.

A diploma in Food Production is a professional diploma course that strives to combine a strong foundation in the food industry along with practical and managerial applications, an awareness of health and safety protocols, and a complete understanding of the journey of converting raw materials into ready-to-serve food items.

According to Wikipedia, “Food production is the conversion of agricultural products into food, or a form of food into a single form.” Food processing encompasses many types of food processing, from grain milling to the production of raw flour, and home cooking to complex business techniques for the preparation of convenience foods. "

Top colleges that offer Diplomas in Food Production are IHM Bangalore, IHM Bhubaneswar, Asian Institute of Hospitality & Tourism, IHM Goa, Food Craft Institute, Visakhapatnam, etc. The average Program charge Ranges from lNR 25,000-50,000 consistent with the Year. It varies on the level of College.

The Food Production degree looks at conventional food production operations in the context of various cuisines and the ability to meet customer demands. Students learn to use a variety of products. The initial Salary after Completing Diploma in food Production is around INR 3,00,000 p.a. Jobs for food production graduates include chefs in hotels, restaurants, and cruise lines, as well as airlines, institutions, food service companies, entrepreneurs, and more.

Course Highlights

Given below are a few of the important highlights of the Diploma in Food Production program:

Particulars	Value
Course name	Diploma in Food Production
Course Level	Diploma
Course Duration	12-18 Months
Eligibility Criteria	10+2 with minimum 50% marks in aggregate/ Bachelor’s degree
Examination Type	Semester based
Admission Process	Entrance Exam and Merit Based
Age	No Age Limit
Average Annual Fee	Rs. 20, 000-7,00,000
Average Annual Salary	Rs. 2,00,000-6,00,000
Top Recruiters	Hyatt Regency, The Oberoi Group of Hotels, The Trident, Le Meridian, The Taj Group of Hotels, Welcome Group of Hotels, Radisson Windsor Hotel, Pizza Hut, Café Coffee Day, Convergys, Essex Farm, The Plaza Solitaire, The Amayaa, 3 Globe Services Pvt Ltd, etc.
Job Profiles	Food Technologist, Food Quality Assurance Manager, Front Line Executive / Field Sales Executive - Food Processing, Production Supervisor, Marketing Manager -Food Processing, Chef in Hotels, Restaurants and Cruise lines, Airlines, Institutions, and Catering Establishments, Entrepreneurs, etc.

Why Study Diploma in Food Production?

Following are the learning outcomes of the Diploma in Food Production:

(ii). Prepare breakfast buffet/ ala carte menu.

(iii). Work in the Garde manager. Make salads, fruit juices, sandwiches, etc.

(iv). Prepare unique Indian ingredients and plan the menu in keeping with instructions.

(v). Maintain hygiene and cleanliness in the kitchen.

(vi). Menu plan and menu engineering and working with Head Chef.

(vii). Prepare continental or Chinese food.

(viii). Work in restaurants, hotels, coffee shops, Cruise Lines, Motels, healthcare resident facilities, hospitals, etc.

(ix). Undertake various vegetable cuts.

(x). Preparation of mise-en-place and foods, season and cook soup, meat, vegetable, etc.

(xi). Look after the work of preparation of meals.

(xii). Prepare numerous cakes and candy dishes.

(2). Admission Process

The Diploma in Food Production admission process is purely dependent on the candidate's ability to meet the eligibility criteria. One who wants to take Admission through Entrance must Appear in the NCHMCT JEE entrance exam. Many colleges also accept applications on the basis of merit, which requires a strong performance in the 10+2 examination.

Types of food production grades

Few food production issues are covered in the hostel control program. For this reason, aspirants who have a hobby in gastronomy can pursue a bachelor’s degree in food production in India. Students can apply for this degree as it is offered as a full-time bachelor’s diploma in food production, a part-time bachelor’s diploma in food production, and a distance learning diploma in food production.

(1). Distance

A distance Diploma in Food Production is offered in India through the manner of ways of many colleges. It is a general route for as much as 18 months with obligatory 24-week schooling to be undertaken via way of means of the pupil after the route completion. Some universities additionally provide a one-yr Diploma in Food Production.

(2). Full-Time

This is a full-fledged on-campus diploma program that equips students with all Of the know-how and competencies required for meal manufacturing in the hospitality industry. Full-time Diploma in Food Production diploma packages is furnished at some of the universities throughout India.

(3). Part-Time

Many universities in India provide part-time Diplomas in Food Production. College students should meet the eligibility standards to get entry to this course.

Eligibility Criteria

(i). Fruitful capability of the 10+2 degree of training in any stream, from a perceived instructive Board.
(ii). A base total score of half (45% for SC/ST/OBC competitors) at the 10+2 level.

Admission Process

(ii). NCHMCT JEE application form will be available on the website of the National Council of Hotel Management and Catering Technology and also on National Testing Agency (NTA) Portal.

(iii). After the Result is out, Attend the Counseling on time for a particular College and Submit All Documents and Fees.

(iv). There are Many Colleges that take Admission on the basis of Merit too, for that one need to have a good score in the 10+2 exam.

Accepted Entrance Exams

The admission examination for the Diploma in Food Production is an internet-written examination. One needs to take the NCHMCT JEE examination with the purpose of benefit admission to a pinnacle authorities college. After that, the candidate ought to undergo spherical counseling following the candidate's passing of an appropriate front exam.

Several country-wide and state-stage admission exams are associated with some of the institutions. Aside from country-wide exams, numerous schools offer a university-stage examination as a part of the admissions process.

Some of the opposite tests are as follows:

(i). KDCET
(ii). NTTFEE
(iii). VDECE
(iv). DCECE
(v). DET

Skills Required

Candidates who wish to make a career in the food production field must have some required skills to be successful in the long run. Some of these are:

Organizational skills	Ability to work for long hours
Attention to detail	Communication skills
Decision-making skills	Creativity and Innovative
Leadership skills	Multi-tasking skills

Fee Structure

The Diploma in Food Production fees are not fixed and are influenced by a number of factors. Diploma in Food Production fees is stimulated through a selection of things along with location, faculty, demand, infrastructure, and scholar facilities. The common price of a Diploma in Food Production application in India is INR 20,000-7,00,000 PA.

Name of College	Average Fee
Christ University, Bangalore	INR 1,50,000
Dr. Ambedkar Institute of Hotel Management Catering And Nutrition, Chandigarh	INR 30,000
IHM, Bangalore	INR 96,500
IHM, Mumbai	INR 60,000

Selection Criteria

Students are admitted to colleges based on their qualifications and merit. Students who meet the prerequisites and are qualified for admission to the Diploma in Food Production program are placed on a merit list by the college.

(3). Course Comparison

Diploma in Food Production v/s Craftsmanship in Food Production

The desk showcases the variations between Diploma in Food Production and the Craftsmanship Certificate Course in Food Production:

Parameters	Diploma in FP	Craftsmanship in FP
Course Name	Diploma in Food Production	Craftsmanship in Food Production
Course Overview	A diploma in Food Production is a 12 to 18-month software diploma that also includes software training or an internship. The Food Production Diploma Application is ready to develop students' culinary skills and unite them for the food service and hospitality industry.	Craftsmanship in Food Production program is an 18-month certificate course that prepares graduates for a career in the food production industry. It combines theory input with practical laboratory teaching. The curriculum includes skills in Bakery, Cookery, Hygiene, and Equipment Maintenance. Graduates can work as Kitchen Assistants, Production Supervisors, or Food Specialists.
Duration	18 Months	1-2 years
Eligibility	10+2 examination from a recognized board with a minimum of 50% marks and English as a compulsory subject	The candidates must have passed 10+2 in the relevant stream from a recognized board with a minimum of 55% marks
Admission Process	Based on NCHMCT JEE	The individual admission process depends on the college
Average Fees	INR 25,000-7,00,000	INR 10,000-8,00,000
Top Colleges	IHM(Bangalore), IHM(Mumbai), Dr. Ambedkar Institute Of Hotel Management Catering And Nutrition(Chandigarh)	IHM(Dehradun), IHM(Gwalior), State Institute of Hotel Management(Indore)

Read More: Craftsmanship in Food Production

(4). Top Colleges

Below is the list of the top Diplomas in Food Production Colleges in the country:

Name of College	Average Annual Fee(INR)	Location
SRM Institute Of Hotel Management	INR 57,500	Chennai
Institute Of Hotel Management And Catering - [IHMC]	INR 60,000	Udaipur
IHM	INR 64,409	Bangalore
Dr. Ambedkar Institute Of Hotel Management Catering And Nutrition	INR 29,770	Chandigarh
Institute Of Hotel Management, Catering and Nutrition	INR 41,400	Lucknow
Asian Institute of Hospitality & Tourism	INR 40,000	Noida
Food Craft Institute	INR 24,000	Visakhapatnam
IHM	INR 22,233	Bhubaneswar
Institute Of Hotel Management And Catering Technology - [IHMCT] Kovalam	INR 38, 750	Trivandrum
IHM	INR 68,662	Goa

City-wise Diploma in Food Production Colleges

Check the table below for the top city-wise colleges of Diplomas in Food Production:

Name of City	Name of College
Bangalore	AMC Bangalore
	The Oxford College of Hotel Management
	Sambhram Group of Institutions
	Christ University
	AIMS Institutes
Kerala	IHMCT
	Face Institute of Hotel Management
	Chefs Institute Of Hotel Management
	St. Alphonsa College for Hotel Management
	Oriental School of Hotel Management
New Delhi	R&R Education Foundation
	Jagannath Institute of Management Sciences
	HR Group of Institutions
	OCLD New Delhi
	SRIMT
Hyderabad	Regency College of Hotel Management and Catering Technology
	Niraj College of Hotel Management and Catering Technology
	Indian Institute of Hotel Management and Culinary Arts
	Osmania University
	Sun International Institute of Technology and Management
Pune	Dr. DY Patil Institute of Hotel Management & Catering Technology
	Sinhgad Institute of Hotel Management & Catering Technology
	Institute of Hotel Management and Catering Technology
	DIHM
	Bharati Vidyapeeth's Group of Institutes Technical Campus
Kolkata	Brahma Institute of Hotel Management & Catering Technology
	NIHM, Kolkata
	Subhas Bose Institute of Hotel Management
	International Institute Of Management Sciences
	Krystal School of Excellence
Mumbai	Sheila Raheja Institute of Hotel Management Mumbai
	Ramanath Payyade College of Hospitality Studies
	Thakur Institute of Hotel Management
	IHM, Mumbai
	Rizvi College of Hotel Management

Top Diploma in Food Production Government & Private Colleges

There are several top Government Colleges offering quality Diplomas in Food Production programs across the country. Check the table below for the top Diploma in Food Production in government & private colleges in India:

Type of College	Name of College
Government	Delhi Institute of Hotel Management
	SIHM
	State Institute of Hotel Management
	IHM
	IHM
Private	Jodhpur Institute of Hotel Management
	Preston Institute of Hotel Management
	People's Institute of Hotel Management
	SRM Institute of Hotel Management
	Oriental School of Hotel Management

(5). Job & Placements

Food production and service jobs typically focus on culinary skills, food principles, nutrition, sanitation, and business and/ or hospitality management. Food manufacturing experts are gainfully hired throughout fast-meals restaurants, cafeterias, schools, hospitals, non-earning organizations, authorities agencies, garage facilities, and farms.

Training normally makes a specialty of meals and preparation, even as superior research frequently equips college students for supervisory positions. Specific occupational alternatives may also consist of Cook, Chef, Food Supplier, Banquet Manager, Purchasing Manager, or Food Production Director, amongst others.

Job Profiles

Listed below-mentioned job profiles with job descriptions for Diploma in Food Production are as under:

Job Profile	Job Description
Food Stylist	As a food stylist, you will work with photographers, advertising agencies, or media companies to create visually appealing food presentations for commercials, magazines, cookbooks, and other media platforms.
Kitchen Trainer/Instructor	You can work as a trainer or instructor in culinary institutes, vocational training centers, or hotel management institutes, sharing your expertise and teaching aspiring chefs and food production professionals.
Kitchen Supervisor	In this role, you will oversee the operations of the kitchen and supervise a team of cooks and kitchen staff. You will be responsible for managing inventory, maintaining hygiene standards, and ensuring the smooth functioning of the kitchen.
Food Technologist	Food technologists are in fee of all components of product development, consisting of analyzing and approving nutritional information, developing product specifications, and enforcing FDA labeling laws on new and modified foods.
Food and Beverage Manager	This role involves overseeing the food and beverage operations in hotels, restaurants, or catering companies. You will manage menus, coordinate with suppliers, ensure customer satisfaction, and optimize profitability.
Food Consultant	With a food production diploma, you can work as a food consultant, offering expert advice and guidance to businesses in areas such as menu planning, kitchen design, food safety, and operational efficiency.
Food Entrepreneur	You can start your own food business, such as a restaurant, food truck, bakery, or catering service, utilizing the skills and knowledge gained from your food production diploma.
Food Quality Assurance Manager	Food Quality Assurance Managers ensure the safety of the food manufacturing process by monitoring and supervising the process from raw material input through completed product packaging. They verify that every processing satisfies stringent quality and sanitary requirements.
Food Production Manager	As a food production manager, you will be responsible for overseeing the entire food production process, from sourcing ingredients to ensuring quality control. You will manage a team, maintain food safety standards, and optimize production efficiency.
Food Research and Development (R&D) Executive	You can work in the R&D department of food companies or research institutions. Your role will involve developing new food products, improving existing recipes, conducting sensory evaluations, and keeping up with industry trends.
Chef	Chefs are responsible for ensuring that the dining rooms, banquets, and other culinary facilities are consistently prepared with new and unique cuisine of the highest quality, presentation, and flavor, resulting in great guest satisfaction. Additionally, accountable for the smooth operation of the kitchen, including profit, stock, wastage management, sanitary procedures, and training.

Top Recruiters

Several renowned companies and organizations in India recruit diploma holders in food production. Here are some top recruiters in the food and hospitality industry:

Café Coffee Day	The Trident	The Oberoi Group of Hotels
Essex Farm	Le Meridian	Hyatt Regency
The Plaza Solitaire	The Taj Group of Hotels	Radisson Windsor Hotel
3 Globe Services Pvt Ltd	Welcome Group of Hotels	Punjab Tourism Development Corporation

Average Salary

The average Diploma in Food Production salary in India for graduates is around INR 3,50,000-5,00,000 PA. The table suggests the earnings breakdown of Diploma in Food Production graduates in India:

Job Role	Average Annual Salary(INR)
Food Processor	INR 6,50,000
Production Supervisor	INR 2,50,000
Food Technologist	INR 4,10,222
Food Quality Assurance Manager	INR 6,68,836
Front line Executive	INR 2,00,000

(6). Career/Scope

There are many opportunities for all in the hospitality industry upon completion of a Diploma in Food Production Course. Frontline Cooks in Hotels, Restaurants Cruise lines, Airlines, Motels, Floatel, Institutions and Catering Organisations, Entrepreneurs, etc. Students can even go for foreign internships & placements after gaining the appropriate skillset.

Career options after Diploma in Food Production Course

The expertise won at some point in the degree may be utilized in meals and hospitality groups to provide real-time solutions to the issues faced by the customers as well as the organization. This flow is crucial in this kind of enterprise and might help in accomplishing the goals and goals. With time, this move is getting mounted as a developing area as new technological trends are made each day within the meals industry. After earning a Diploma in Food Production, one might be able to work in one of the following positions:

(i). Food Processor
(ii). Quality Assurance Manager
(iii). Food Technologist
(iv). Production Supervisor

Scope for Higher Education

Students can pursue many distinct publications after a Diploma in Food Production. There also are many better observe alternatives to be had for graduate college students after a Diploma in Food Production, that can assist them higher apprehend the situation domain.  Also, scholars can pursue a profession in meal-era studies if they may be interested in it. They can also get employed as Cooks in Hotels, Restaurants and Cruise lines, Airlines, Motels, Floatel, Institutions, Catering Organisations, etc. Some different publications that the scholars can choose are:

(i). BHMCT
(ii). B.Tech in Food Technology
(iii). BHM
(iv). MHM

Skills that make you the Best Diploma in Food Production Graduate

After finishing a Diploma in Food Production, graduates have to have a wide know-how of the meals region so as to achieve success in their careers. These are not usually competencies that may be taught in a classroom. These are capabilities that could most effectively be found thru practice. As a result, college students ought to make each attempt to increase their horizons and get as a good deal enjoys as possible. These abilities include:

(i). Pressure Handling Skills
(ii). Organizational Skills
(iii). Leadership Skills
(iv). Multi-tasking Skills
(v). Communication Skills
(vi). Innovation Skills

(7). FAQs

(1). What is Diploma in Food Production program?

Ans. A Diploma in Food Production is a 12 to 18-month software diploma that also includes software training or an internship. The Food Production Diploma Application is ready to develop students' culinary skills and unite them for the food service and hospitality industry.

(2). What is the length of the Diploma in Food Production?

Ans. The course extends over a span of 1.5 years to 18 months.

(3). What is the salary offered after a diploma in Food Production Course?

Ans. Depending on the skills and experience of the Person, the salary can range from INR 3,00,000-7,00,000. College can Help one with Good placement and one can get a chance to work abroad.

(4). What is the fee for a Diploma in food production?

Ans. The fee can range from Rs. 20,000-7,00,000.

(5). What is the Age restriction for Diploma in Food Production?

Ans. There is no Age Limit to pursue this Course. You should be 12th Pass.

(6). Can I pursue a Diploma in Food Production if I have no prior culinary experience?

Ans. Absolutely! A diploma in food production is designed to cater to individuals with varying levels of culinary experience. Whether you are a novice or have some prior knowledge, the program will provide you with the necessary skills and knowledge to succeed in the field.

(7). What is the difference between a diploma in food production and a craftsmanship program?

Ans. Diploma in Food Production is of 1-3 Years Duration that is pursued after HSC and a Craftsmanship is a Certificate Course of 12-18 Months Duration that can be pursued even after class 10th.  There are Different Institutes in India that provide Craftsmanship Certificates.

(8). Are there any scholarship opportunities available for aspiring students?

Ans. Many institutes offer scholarships and financial aid programs to support deserving students. It is advisable to research and inquire about the scholarship options available at the institutes you are interested in.

(9). Is the diploma recognized internationally?

Ans. Diplomas in meal manufacturing from respectable institutes are extensively diagnosed and valued internationally. However, it's far more important to pick out an institute with very good recognition and accreditation to make certain the popularity of your qualification.

(10). Can I specialize in a particular region inside meal manufacturing at some stage in the degree program?

Ans. While degree software offers a wide basis in meal production, a few institutes might also additionally offer specialization alternatives in regions consisting of pastry and baking, culinary arts, or meals and beverage management.

(11). Once I complete my Diploma in Food Production, Who will Recruit?

Ans. The Diploma in meals manufacturing direction is ideal and It's a profession-orientated software in the direction of the culinary sector. Top Recruiting Companies that can hire you are - IBIS, Radisson, Westin, Lemon Tree, Crowne Plaza, Ramada, and many more.

(12). Is there a scope for a Diploma in meal manufacturing in the future?

Ans. Yes, A vibrant destiny is expecting you after the final touch of the meals manufacturing course. It will teach you approximately the education of numerous cuisines like Bakery, Continental, and European, etc. After completing the course, Your College may assist you with Placement. You can also go to Foreign Country.

(13). Is meal manufacturing a terrific career?

Ans. Yes. After you end the degree in meal production, you'll absolutely have numerous possibilities open to you in the future. Your university might also additionally even have the ability that will help you with the position process. You additionally have the choice of going to an extraordinary us of a for in addition to research or a job.