Sunday, November 1, 2009

"One Hundred Things Restaurant Staffers Should Never Do"

The first half of this list comes from the New York Times. Here are a few of my favorites:

2. Do not make a singleton feel bad. Do not say, “Are you waiting for someone?” Ask for a reservation. Ask if he or she would like to sit at the bar.

5. Tables should be level without anyone asking. Fix it before guests are seated.

8. Do not interrupt a conversation. For any reason. Especially not to recite specials. Wait for the right moment.

12. Do not touch the rim of a water glass. Or any other glass.

17. Do not take an empty plate from one guest while others are still eating the same course. Wait, wait, wait.

The next 50 will be published next week. What do you think will be on it?

6 comments:

Siren said...

i, for one, can't wait until the second half of that list comes out. The first half was so great.

That guy will have the best restaurant in history.

Nora said...

don't wear strong perfume!!

beverly.chenault said...

AMEN Nora!!!
Bev

Damaris said...

I love your header. I could eat it right up!

Natty said...

Thanks, Damaris!

Anonymous said...

Don't ignore your customers while filling sugar or salt containers!!