Presentation

Assignment Instructions

Many of the “costs” associated with inventory management in restaurant operations can be associated with deficiencies in receiving and storage. At the very least, a supervisor needs to be able to recognize and eliminate any potential deficiencies within inventory management.  For this assignment, you will assume the role of a manager giving an orientation that is specific for a newly promoted supervisor.  The supervisor could be kitchen or service oriented. You will create a PowerPoint presentation for the orientation that describes the steps of a process (your choice) related to inventory management that correlates to kitchen or service staff, whichever you selected.

 

The presentation will need to:

1. introduce the policy

2. describe the process

3. explain benefits of use

4. isolate & describe possible issues (at least 2)

5. provide a resolution or a measure or prevention for each

6. summary/check on understanding

 

The presentation should have between six and ten slides.  The presentation should be appropriate for the workplace.  Each slide should be developed as a summary of what would be said in an actual presentation.  Audio or script notes should be provided that would provide what would be said during the presentation to accompany each slide.

 

In addition to content, accuracy, and relevance, you will be graded on the effectiveness of your slides, the logic/organization of the slides, your language skills, and your writing skills.

· Layout: Slides are appropriate for content and utilize transitions. Continuity exists.

· Written communication: Written communication is free of errors that detract from the overall message.

· APA formatting: Resources and citations are formatted according to APA (6th edition) style and formatting.

· Length of presentation: No more than 10 slides

 

OpenOffice.org provides software for this project if needed.

 

The following grading criteria will be used for this assignment:

 

Grading Rubric
Assignment Expectations	Possible Points
Content / Subject Knowledge: Accurate and complete information is presented in a concise, logical sequence. Topic goes well beyond knowledge level of audience.	30
Organization of Ideas/Format:  Presentation includes clear, organized significance (greater context  – why should we care?), introduction (what are you going to say, some background), body (study methods/results), conclusion (what was most important – main points), and future directions. Each info slide outlines or supplements a major point or details previous point.	25
Writing Conventions – Grammar/Mechanics:  Student demonstrates an excellent command of grammar, as well as presents research in a clear and concise writing style. Presents a thorough, extensive understanding of word usage. Assignment is error-free and reflects student’s ability to prepare a high-quality academic assignment.  APA format is followed for essay format and references.	15
Graphics & Transitions: Graphics used to illustrate topic of slide in an effective manner. Images are appropriate. Layout of images is pleasing to the eye. They all explain complex issues in a clear manner. Transitions are smooth and interesting. Transitions enhance the presentation.	15
Background & Text: Background and text complement each other; easy to read, consistent throughout the presentation.	10
Timeliness:    Assignment is formatted correctly and submitted on time.	5

The above is a modified version of the standard rubric utilized within the program for PowerPoint based assignments.  Revisions were omitted criteria related to research and citations.

 

Mastery will be demonstrated by content.  Content will be measured by choosing an appropriate policy or practice that would be experienced in an Inventory Management.  The script notes will provide thorough explanations that would progress the assumed knowledge of the listener.