CFSP Marketing & Sales Management

Question 1

What is the primary purpose of market segmentation in foodservice marketing?

Accepted Answer

To divide the market into distinct groups with similar needs so marketing efforts can be targeted effectively

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To reduce the total number of menu items offered to customers

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To establish uniform pricing across all customer demographics

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To schedule employee shifts based on peak customer traffic

Question 2

Which pricing strategy involves charging different prices for the same product based on time of day or demand level?

Accepted Answer

Dynamic pricing

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Penetration pricing

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Cost-plus pricing

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Skimming pricing

Question 3

What does a SWOT analysis evaluate in a foodservice marketing plan?

Accepted Answer

Strengths, Weaknesses, Opportunities, and Threats

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Sales, Workforce, Operations, and Technology

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Supply, Waste, Output, and Turnover

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Strategy, Workflow, Objectives, and Tactics

Question 4

A foodservice operation uses a 'loss leader' strategy by selling a popular beverage at below cost. What is the primary goal?

Accepted Answer

To attract customers who will then purchase higher-margin items

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To reduce inventory of slow-moving products

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To comply with minimum wage pricing regulations

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To undercut all competitors and dominate the market

Question 5

Which of the following best describes 'upselling' in a foodservice context?

Accepted Answer

Training staff to suggest premium or add-on items that increase the check average

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Offering discounts to repeat customers to encourage loyalty

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Designing menus that highlight lower-cost items to reduce food cost

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Placing high-margin items at the bottom of the menu

Question 6

What is the purpose of a 'value proposition' in foodservice marketing?

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Communicating why a customer should choose your operation over competitors

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Defining the specific discount levels offered during promotions

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Setting the minimum quality standards for all menu items

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Calculating the break-even point for new menu additions

Question 7

Which marketing channel is considered 'earned media' for a foodservice operation?

Accepted Answer

Positive online reviews from customers on Yelp or Google

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Paid search ads on Google

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