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Before & After the Meal
Do's & Dont's
How To
Table Setting
100

What message does having your phone out at the table indicate?

Having your phone out at the table indicates that the phone is more important than the people you are dining with.

100

How early should you arrive in accordance to your reservation time?

5 minutes early

100

Give 3 examples of personal belongings that should be kept off the table during a meal (listed in presentation)

bags, purses, sunglasses, cell phones, briefcases

100

What is the proper way of ordering food?


"Could I have the _____, please?"

100

How are place settings organized?

organized so the guest can use the outermost utensil(s) during each course

200

True or False: you should apply proper table manners and dining decorum at only formal settings

FALSE

200

Why are reservations important? (two reasons)

  • Guarantee a table at the restaurant of their choice. 
  • Most diners don’t require a deposit to reserve a table
200

True or False: You should taste your food before adding other seasonings 

TRUE

200
What is the proper posture?

Sitting up straight, both feet on the ground, keeping elbows off the table

200

What is a general rule of thumb for table setting?

Work your way inwards towards your plate with the utensils as the meal continues

300

Technology:

What should you do if you need to call or text during a meal?

Excuse yourself from the table and go to a location away from the dining area

300

Who pays for the meal generally?

The person who initiates the meal

300

What are some examples of messy foods to eat that you SHOULD NOT order? (name two)

Spaghetti and French onion soup.

300
What is the proper way to break and butter bread/rolls?

Using a knife, put a bit of butter on the side of your bread plate. Tear off one bite sized piece of bread and butter only that piece before eating

300
Where are solids placed in a table setting? (left or right)

LEFT

400

What is the difference between Continental/European and American eating styles?

Continental: hold the food and eat with the same hand

American: hold the food with non-dominant hand and switch to dominant hand to eat

400

What is the appropriate tip amount generally for moderate service? (percentage)

15% of total bill

400

What direction should you typically pass the condiments, serving trays, salt, and pepper to?

The right

400

How do you use a napkin?

Lay on your lap, folded in half with the fold facing towards your waist. 

400

Where are liquids placed in a table setting? (left or right)

RIGHT

500

Why is it important to have proper table manners and dining decorum? (name two)

  • Important for making a favorable impression at both lunch/dinner interviews as well as in social business situations. 
  • Important to follow certain manners and guidelines in both formal settings and fast-food restaurants.
500

Scenario:

You go to dinner and your total was $200. You experience exceptional service the entire time. How much would you tip? ($ amount)

$200 (0.20)

$40 tip

500

Give two examples of distracting mannerisms that you should NOT do.

Talking with food in your mouth, talking with your utensils, crunching ice, blowing nose with your napkin.

500

How do you eat soup?

Gently stir, don't blow. Spoon your soup AWAY from you.

500

What side of the plate are the forks located? Which type of fork is the only exception to this rule?

 In general, forks are placed to the left of the plate, with the exception of the oyster fork, which is placed on the right.