
The Professional Server
A Training Manual
Pearson (Publisher)
2nd Edition
Published on 9. February 2012
Book
Paperback/Softback
240 pages
978-0-13-170992-8 (ISBN)
Description
Filled with real-life examples, The Professional Server: A Training Manual covers all aspects of dining room service. This edition contains in-depth coverage of everything a good server needs to know to be successful in this competitive profession-from professional appearance, to server readiness, to guest communication. Self-contained chapters flow in a logical sequence and offer an explanation of table settings, wine and beverage service and current technologies.Restaurant Reality stories, charts and photos give students an insider's look into the realities of the profession.
Reviews / Votes
"I'm a chef first and foremost and all I think about is food, food, food! That said---SERVICE IS INFINITELY MORE IMPORTANT THAN CUISINE. This extraordinary book delivers that message superbly!"Chef & Owner Charlie Trotter
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More details
Edition
2nd edition
Language
English
Place of publication
United States
Publishing group
Pearson Education (US)
Target group
Professional and scholarly
Dimensions
Height: 274 mm
Width: 216 mm
Thickness: 8 mm
Weight
450 gr
ISBN-13
978-0-13-170992-8 (9780131709928)
Schweitzer Classification
Other editions
Previous edition

Book
03/2003
Pearson
€79.22
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Content
1. The Professional Server
2. Professional Appearance
3. Table Settings, Napkin Presentations, and Table Service
4. Serving Food and Beverages
5. Service Readiness
6. Wine and Beverage Service
7. Guest Communication
8. The Technology of Service
9. The Host
10. Banquets, Catering, and Buffet Service
Appendix A: Common Menu Terms
Appendix B: Wine Terminology: General, Sight, Smell, and Taste
Appendix C: Spirit Brands and Related Cocktails
Appendix D: Ales, Lagers, and Non-Alcoholic Beers
Index
2. Professional Appearance
3. Table Settings, Napkin Presentations, and Table Service
4. Serving Food and Beverages
5. Service Readiness
6. Wine and Beverage Service
7. Guest Communication
8. The Technology of Service
9. The Host
10. Banquets, Catering, and Buffet Service
Appendix A: Common Menu Terms
Appendix B: Wine Terminology: General, Sight, Smell, and Taste
Appendix C: Spirit Brands and Related Cocktails
Appendix D: Ales, Lagers, and Non-Alcoholic Beers
Index