FOOD, NUTRITION, AND WELLNESS

Employability Skills HUM-FNW-1

1.6 Present a professional image through appearance, behavior, and language.

Given: definitions and images of professionalism and professional image

 What: create and present an infographic or

digital poster of a comparison of professionalism vs nonprofessional image

 How Well: according to assignment

checklist or rubric

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=q-jxEVT1sFw

http://www.dol.gov/dol/media/webcast/20121015-softskills/20121015-softskills-1-Enthusiasm-Attitude.htm

WHAT IS PROFESSIONALISM?

WHAT IS CONSIDERED PROFESSIONAL DRESS?

Essential Questions

oFood Science : variety of settings professional demeanor is required

oProfessionalism: classroom setting workplace

oProfessional ≡ conforming technical or ethical

standards ≡ exhibiting honorable and

business-like approach

oProfessionals respect human worth exhibit trustworthiness protect important moral values

oCharacteristics, attitudes, and rules of appearance apply to all.

oAppearance that inspires confidence and a positive self-image.

o To Client: Trust = quality service

oNon-verbal messages clothing and appearance client’s perception

Appearance Impression

Dirty Unreliable and unprofessional

Body piercing & tattoos

Unprofessional, unreliable, immature,Dangerous

Clean and Neat Professional and reliable

PERSONAL APPEARANCE…PROFESSIONAL APPEARANCE

1. Uniforms should be neat, well-fitting, clean and free from wrinkles.

2. Clothing must be clean, neat, in good repair and allow for freedom of body movement.

3. Name Badges / Photo Identification Tags must be worn at all times.

4. Shoes should fit well and provide good support to prevent fatigue.

5. Good Personal Hygiene is essential ---- close contact with others. Excessive perfume should be avoided.

6. Nails should be kept short, clean, and natural.

7. Hair should be kept clean and neat.

8. Jewelry is usually not permitted. If jewelry is permitted, avoid extra jewelry.

9. Excessive Makeup should be avoided.

10.Tattoos must be covered at all times.

PROFESSIONAL OR UNPROFESSIONAL?

Which Dietician would you trust?

Which Chef or Cook would you trust?

Which Health Promotion Specialistwould you trust?

SUMMARY

1) In your own words, what is professionalism?

2) Why is it important to have a professional appearance in your chosen field?

3) State one field that it is okay to not consider professionalism regarding attire? Why?

Every employee must constantly strive to develop the necessary characteristics and to present a professional appearance.

ACTIVITY

In groups of three, create an infographic or digital poster of a comparison of professionalism vs nonprofessional image.

Your group will present and each person is responsible for a talking point.

Please follow the rubric.