The influence of Sensory Marketing on perceived service quality and satisfaction of Gen Z customers when using culinary services at food and beverage outlets in Ho Chi Minh City

Ta Van Thanh1, Ho Duc Hung2, Nguyen Đong Trieu3, Ho Thi Thao Nguyen3, Truong Thu Nga3, Ha Minh Hieu3
1 University of Finance - Marketing
2 University of Economics Ho Chi Minh City
3 University of Finance – Marketing

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The study aims to examine the impact of sensory Marketing on perceived service quality and customer satisfaction when using culinary services at food outlets. Research data was collected from 588 generation Z diners in Ho Chi Minh City. Data analysis involved using SPSS 22 and AMOS 22 software. Various techniques were employed, including Cronbach's Alpha analysis, exploratory factor analysis (EFA), confirmatory factor analysis (CFA), and structural equation modeling (SEM). The research results reveal that all five sensory factors influence the perception of service quality. Among these factors, smell has the most significant impact, followed by taste, sight, hearing, and touch. It is noteworthy that perceived service quality consistently influences diner satisfaction. Based on the research results, the author has made recommendations that food stores need to simultaneously use sensory marketing elements to improve customer satisfaction when using culinary services.

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