The document discusses the back of the house areas in hotels and restaurants. The back of the house refers to all non-public areas where food is prepared, cooked, and plated. It also serves as the central command center. The main areas of the back of the house include the kitchen, stewarding department, employee areas, and offices. The kitchen is the largest area and where food storage, preparation, and cooking takes place. The stewarding department oversees dishwashing and cleaning of kitchen equipment and supplies. Employee areas provide spaces for breaks and locker rooms. Offices are used for administrative work and meetings.