National Food Service Employee Day 2023: Date, History, Activities

National Food Service Employee Day is observed on September 25 each year. It is a day dedicated to recognizing, appreciating, and expressing gratitude to those who labor in the food service industry.

Hosts, waiters, chefs, cleaning personnel, and managers are integral members of the teams responsible for ensuring the smooth operation of restaurants. Whether they work in restaurants, coffee shops, cafes, nursing homes, hospitals, schools, and other establishments, these employees strive to provide the finest service possible.

The background of National Food Service Employee Day

On September 25, we celebrate National Food Service Employee Day by comingaccept. It is a day honoring those employed in the culinary service industry. The culinary service industry is the second largest industry in the United States. It is unknown when or by whom this day was established, but the gesture is greatly appreciated.

The history of food preparation as a profession or trade dates back to the eleventh century. Guilds provided this service to a community, which became increasingly specialized over time. The guild members would impart their knowledge to the apprentices so that they could acquire the necessary skills for the profession. Bakers and butchers are examples of specialists in the culinary industry.

Prior to restaurants, inns existed. Along roadways, travelers could find lodging and sustenance at inns that catered to intercity travelers. There were no menus or options, and guests were seated and served at communal tables.

During the eleventh and twelfth centuries, dining establishments resembling modern restaurants first appeared in China. These establishments catered to merchants traveling between cities. In Japan, teahouses first appeared in the sixteenth century.

France has a long heritage of developing diverse inns and restaurants. In the 13th century, French inns served a variety of cuisine — bread, cheese, bacon, soup, roasts, and stews all eaten at a common table. From ‘rôtisseurs’ one could obtain takeout meals.

Following the French Revolution, the number of eateries increased. Numerous unemployed aristocratic chefs established their own restaurants. Changes caused by the industrial revolution and the dissolution of culinary guilds also contributed to the expansion of restaurants in Europe.

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Activities for National Food Service Employee Day

Visit your preferred eatery

Supporting local businesses is one of the best methods to show appreciation to food industry workers. Make a reservation at your preferred local restaurant and experience a celebratory meal.

Provide a larger contribution

The majority of serving personnel are paid low wages worldwide. Extra gratuity should be given to the server to demonstrate appreciation.

Thank the cook

The majority of chefs are unaware when their customers appreciate their food because they are typically too preoccupied in the kitchen. So, simply acknowledge them in person after your meal; it could make their entire day.

5 FACTS ON RESTAURANTS

Boston’s Union Oyster House, established in 1826, is the nation’s oldest restaurant.

Approximately 14.7 million people labor in the food service industry.

Restaurant is synonymous with “food that restores.”

The busiest day of the year for restaurants is Mother’s Day.

Bawabet Dimashq Restaurant is located in Damascus, Syria, and has 6,014 seats and a dining area of 580,000 square feet.

NATIONAL FOOD SERVICE EMPLOYEE DAY DATES

Year	Date	Day
2023	September 25	Monday
2024	September 25	Wednesday
2025	September 25	Thursday
2026	September 25	Friday
2027	September 25	Saturday