Does anyone know correct waiting and serving techniques for a fine dining restaurant?
In the strict sense, the order for both asking and serving: children, elderly ladies, ladies, elderly men, men. Don’t assume for the bill, since a mistake can be aukward. When the time comes for him to bring the check, he needs to be aware of the body language at the table- The person who is covering the check will be the most receptive. Otherwise, lay it in the middle of the table. The introduction is important, and he needs to learn how to adjust himself with different parties and how to differentiate them. A family is going to have different needs than two businessmen, and there will be tables who want to talk with their waiter and include him in their good time, and those who don’t want him to say one word. Don’t strike up the conversation before they do, always compliment the children (complimenting on their well behavior goes the longest way with the parents and the child), always include your name, never let them see you stressed out. Always try to upsell. Make them want an appe
