Restaurant
A La Mode means…
A dish served with ice cream.
Example: The guest would like the Apple Pie ‘a la mode’.
what is an alcoholic beverage made from fermented grains, typically barley, flavored with hops, and brewed through a process of fermentation and aging.
BEER
Beer is an alcoholic drink made from fermented grains like barley, flavored with hops.
what allows a host to receive calls from guests who wants to book an appointment?
telephone
telephone is a direct way on contacting the host to make a reservations
This kitchen utensil, typically made of metal or silicone, is used for flipping and turning food items while cooking.
Spatula
A spatula is a versatile kitchen tool used for flipping pancakes, eggs, and other foods, as well as scraping bowls and pans.
What table number is the closest to the host stand?
21
FOH stands for…
Front of House: The area of the restaurant which the guests have access to, including the dining room, host stand, bar, washrooms.
What is a muddler?
A tool used for crushing fruit and sugar in the bottom of the glass.
Example: To prepare a mojito cocktail bartender need to use a muddler to crush the mint and sugar.
How do you classify a guest/party who has made a reservation but did not come to the restaurant?
NO-SHOW
Example: Reservation for table 10 is 45 minutes late. We can consider them a NO SHOW.
the word chefs use to let the servers know that the food is ready to be served
hands or service
chef's call out servers by shouting hands or service
How many Centennial Campuses are there?
7
a type of napkin fold with the utensils wrapped snuggly like a burrito.
roll-up
A napkin roll-up is a method of neatly folding a napkin around utensils and glassware to create an organized and visually appealing place setting, commonly used in restaurants and formal dining occasions.
What is a Mocktail?
Give one example from the menu!
A cocktail-style drink that does not contain alcohol. The beverage would be considered “virgin”.
Example from the menu:
What is the system that the local uses for online reservations?
Open-table
Who is the executive chef of the Local?
Chef Lilian Cardoso
How many sizes of Ramikin does the Local have?
3
small, medium and large
What does Mise-en-place mean?
It’s a French term for “put in place”. It means that all items the guests would need to enjoy their food and beverage are available, clean and organized.
TIP: before you run any food or beverage to the table, ensure the mise en place is perfect.
When your guest orders a drink without ice, how do you call it?
NEAT
Example: I need a Whiskey neat, please!
this person is beside the host to help the guest find their seats
seater
the seater shows where the guests are suppose to sit down
This temperature is considered the safe minimum internal cooking temperature for poultry, according to food safety guidelines.
165°F (74°C)
Poultry, such as chicken or turkey, should be cooked to an internal temperature of 165°F (74°C) to ensure that harmful bacteria are killed and the meat is safe to eat.
This dish, originating from Italy, consists of thinly sliced raw meat or fish served with olive oil, lemon juice, and seasonings.
carpaccio
Carpaccio is a traditional Italian dish made with thinly sliced raw beef or fish, typically drizzled with olive oil, lemon juice, and garnished with capers or Parmesan cheese.
What refers to the design principle in restaurant architecture where the kitchen is visible to diners, allowing them to observe food preparation and culinary craftsmanship as part of the dining experience.
open-kitchen
An open kitchen is a design concept in restaurants where the cooking area is visible to diners, providing transparency and allowing them to observe the culinary process firsthand.
This device revolutionized the bartending profession by enabling precise measurements of spirits, leading to improved consistency and quality in cocktails.
Jigger
A jigger is a bartending tool used to measure and pour precise amounts of alcohol, ensuring consistency in cocktails.
On which side of the body should the name tag be placed? (left or right)
the right side
This traditional method of preserving food involves soaking ingredients, typically meat or fish, in a solution of salt, sugar, and spices, then allowing them to air-dry or smoke to prevent spoilage and enhance flavor.
Curing
Before co-founding the famous coffee and doughnut chain, who was Tim Horton known as?
Hockey player
Horton was named one of the 100 Greatest NHL Players in history.