Menu Masters
Scenario: When a guest orders any bar drink, what do you deliver to their table in meantime?
WATER!
What does '86' mean?
An ingredient or dish that is no longer available to be served.
"Just a small town girl, livin' in a ..."
"lonely world, she took the midnight train goin' anywhere!"
Who is the Chairman and CEO of The Cheesecake Factory?
David Overton
What does "present best bite forward" mean?
The protein and/or focal point of the dish is placed directly in front of the guest.
What small plate dish is served with guacamole, spicy avocado cream, and salsa verde
Chicken Taquitos
What does al dente mean?
Italian cooking term meaning "to the tooth," which describes pasta or veggies cooked to be firm and chewy, rather than soft and mushy.
"I can't worry bout my problems, I can't take 'em when I'm gone..."
"One, here comes the two to the three, to the four tell 'em 'bring another round', we need plenty more"
Where is The Cheesecake Factory corporate headquarters located?
Calabasas Hills, California
What does a single Bev napkin indicate at a table?
A server has completed a mini greet introduction with the guest.
What alcohol is cooked into the Louisana sauce base?
Brandy
Upon adding the "C-Server" modifier to an order, what 2 steps must follow immediately after?
1. Create 2 C-Server tickets, 1 more your expo and 1 for the line cook.
2. Immediately communicate to your expo your order specifics.
"You should let me love you..."
"Give you everything you want and need!"
The popular Linda's fudge cake is inspired who?
Linda Candioty, the original and first hostess for The Cheesecake Factory
2 part: What does GYB mean and when should you use it?
GYB: Got your back, should be used any time you ring in ANY item for another server
What entree am I?
Description: Asparagus, red and yellow bell peppers, peas, garlic, onion, honey glazed chicken, and a spicy cream sauce?
Spicy Chicken Chipotle Pasta
What does mine en place mean?
All prepped ingredients and tools organized and ready at a workstation.
"I love it when you call me big poppa..."
"Throw yo hands in the air, if you're a true player!"
What year did The Cheesecake Factory in Allen open?
June 26, 2008
What higher touch technique should you utilize upon running a guest card payment?
Refer to the guest name on the card and deliver in hand to guest.
What entree am I?
Description: A delicious, light and flaky protein with tomato, basil shallots and garlic. Served with mashed potatoes and green beans.
SkinnyLicious Branzino
What is the difference between "on the fly" and "refire".
On the fly indicates FOH mistake (ie. forgot to ring in, or last minute guest order, etc.)
Refire indicates BOH mistake (ie. quality issue from food being cold, temp undercooked, etc.)
"Them old hank tunes, the Memphis blues we used to sing..."
"He always loved 'Amarillo by Morning', I should've taken that as a warning"
What U.S state has the MOST Cheesecake Factory locations?
California (38)
What steps should be followed to prepare a table for dine in dessert?
Completely manicure and pre-buss the table, including bread baskets. Ensure the table is pre-set with clean silverware, prior to the arrival of dessert(s).