Food serving services
CPC v2.1 Code: 633
About food serving services
cpc code 633 covers the food serving services industry, which plays a crucial role in the broader economy. This industry encompasses a wide range of establishments that prepare and serve meals, snacks, and beverages to customers, catering to both individual and institutional needs. From restaurants and cafeterias to catering services and mobile food vendors, the food serving services industry is a vital component of the hospitality and tourism sectors, providing employment opportunities and contributing to the overall economic activity.
Production process
The main production techniques used in the food serving services industry involve the preparation and presentation of food and beverages. This typically includes the procurement of raw ingredients, storage and handling of perishable items, food preparation and cooking methods, plating and garnishing, and the efficient delivery of orders to customers. Establishments in this industry often utilize specialized equipment, such as commercial-grade ovens, grills, and refrigeration units, to ensure consistent quality and timely service.
Production inputs
The food serving services industry relies on a variety of inputs, including raw food ingredients (e.g., 011 Agricultural products, 311 Food products), kitchen equipment and utensils (e.g., 333 (Machinery), and various supplies (e.g., 322 Paper products, 326 Plastics and rubber products). Additionally, the industry requires skilled labor, such as chefs, servers, and food preparation workers, to ensure the efficient and high-quality delivery of food and beverage services.
Production outputs
The primary outputs of the food serving services industry are the prepared meals, snacks, and beverages that are served to customers. These outputs are consumed by a wide range of industries, including 721 Accommodation services, 722 Food services and drinking places, 611 Educational services, and 623 Nursing and residential care facilities. The food serving services industry also generates revenue through catering services, event planning, and the sale of specialty food and beverage items.
Family tree for food serving services
graph LR
A["<a href='/classifications/cpc/v2-1/6'>6: Distributive trade services; accommodation, food and beverage serving services; transport services; and electricity, gas and water distribution services</a>"]
A --> B["<a href='/classifications/cpc/v2-1/63'>63: Accommodation, food and beverage services</a>"]
B --> C["<a href='/classifications/cpc/v2-1/633'>633: Food serving services</a>"]
B --> D["<a href='/classifications/cpc/v2-1/631'>631: Accommodation services for visitors</a>"]
B --> E["<a href='/classifications/cpc/v2-1/632'>632: Other accommodation services for visitors and others</a>"]
B --> F["<a href='/classifications/cpc/v2-1/634'>634: Beverage serving services</a>"]
C --> G["<a href='/classifications/cpc/v2-1/6331'>6331: Meal serving services with full restaurant services</a>"]
C --> H["<a href='/classifications/cpc/v2-1/6332'>6332: Meal serving services with limited services</a>"]
C --> I["<a href='/classifications/cpc/v2-1/6339'>6339: Event catering and other food serving services</a>"]
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