1. HCFL Tosspon Ordering Food, Etiquette & Tipping Tues July 14, 2015

2. Review Yesterday we talked about travel/trips. Where in Nebraska would you like to go?

3. At Restaurants Have you been to an American “sit down” (not fast food) restaurant yet? What was different from Japan? What was similar?

4. Going out to eat: “Sit Down” restaurant More formal (may have dress code) More expensive Takes longer: 1-2hrs, no less than 30 min A hostess seats you and possibly gives you menus A server/waitress/waiter brings water, takes your order, serves your food, brings the check Check is paid at the table or at cashier (if in black folder, it is paid at the table – if unsure, ask).

5. Role play Practice entering the restaurant: what will be said

6. After you are seated: Manners Napkin goes on your lap Elbows off table Eat sitting straight up and making as little noise as possible (no slurping) Expect to make eye contact Expect to talk / ask questions Do not talk while food is in your mouth

7. Remember: BMW

8. Ordering Food Read the menu Look up any items you do not know (phones?)

9. Common menu items: Appetizers 1 st course: smaller portions, not required to order Buffalo Wings Cheesy Fries Chicken Quesadillas Soup Clam Chowder

10. Main Course New York Strip Crispy Chicken Salad

11. Drinks You may ask for “just water” – May be offered “bottled or tap”

12. Dessert Ice Cream Sundae Homemade Chocolate Cake

13. Paying: Itemized Bill The prices on the menu are BEFORE tax – not the amount you will pay for the item. Add 7-9%. The server will take the folder, process your card, and return the check to you for your signature and tip.

14. Paying: Tip (gratuity) Tipping is expected at sit- down restaurants – Why? It is part of the server’s pay. Some servers only get paid $2.50/hr without tips. Normal tip is 15%, 20% (of before tax price) if your server was exceptional. You may leave after you’ve signed the bill.

15. Review What is one thing you learned today?