Front of House
Hotel & Hospitality
Soft Skills Toolbox
The Way of Work
Keep it Clean
100

This is the person who clears dirty dishes at a restaurant and cleans the tables when guests are done eating.

Who is a busser?

100

This is the person who takes care of luggage after a guest checks in.

Who is the bell attendant or hotel attendant?

100

People use alarms, clocks, watches, or schedules to help manage this.

What is time?

100

When helping an upset guest or customer, if they are not listening or trying to fight, this is the person you need to get.

Who is your supervisor or manager?

100

This soapy stick helps stop sweaty pits, a must in any crowded workplace like a hot kitchen.

What is deodorant?

200

This is the person who assists servers and maintains cleanliness during a banquet service.

Who is a runner?

200

This is the person who welcomes guests, verifies reservations, checks in and out, and handles complaints and requests.

Who is the front desk attendant or host?

200

This means you don't give up, believe in yourself, and don't feel bad when you ask for help.

What is a positive mindset?

200

This is the typical length of a "short break" at most workplaces.

What is 15 minutes?

200

Folks who keep their faces fuzzy may need to wear one of these when cooking for guests.

What is a beardnet?

300

These are the people who take orders, bring food, refill drinks, and ensure guests are having a good meal.

Who are the waitstaff?

300

This is the person who oversees setup and breakdown after the most important meal of the day.

Who is the breakfast attendant?

300

This is when people exchange information, thoughts, and feelings, typically through speaking/signing, watching, listening, or reading.

What is communication?

300

This style of attire is probably too fancy for most jobs, but may be appropriate for a job interview.

What is formalwear?
300

These bony body parts can hide dirt and germs that can get on food. Clip them often to avoid contamination!

What are fingernails?

400

This is the first person restaurant guests meet who greets and seats them when they arrive.

Who is the host?

400

This is the person who cleans up after guests check out and keeps common spaces neat and tidy.

Who is a guestroom attendant?

400

This is what a person who is ready and willing to engage in a difficult activity has.

What is initiative?

400

Lighter than a T, this article of clothing is typically worn in kitchens to prevent sweating and overheating.

What is an undershirt?

400

This is what you do before and after handling any food, especially raw food, or when changing tasks.

What is washing hands?

500

This is the person who helps plan a banquet and oversees banquet staff.

What is a banquet manager?

500

This is the person who deals with special requests at very fancy hotels.

What is a concierge?

500

This means a person wants to gain new knowledge and skills so they can continue to grow.

What is willing to learn / growth mindset?

500

These comfy clothes are typically not appropriate work attire, no matter how casual the dress code.

What are pajamas?

500

This is when fluids or germs from food accidentally gets on tools or other foods, which could cause sickness.

What is cross-contamination?

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