Recommend websites for easy learning and practical home use... Thanks!

[Edited on October 7, 2011 at 2:49 AM. Reason : Carl]

10/7/2011 2:37:32 AM

Reason : Carl

10/7/2011 8:36:17 AM

http://howtobeagoodserver.blogspot.com/

10/7/2011 8:40:16 AM

Thanks Bobby Digital for sending a tech request to Chit Chat. He must be at it again.
Please delete all threads on apple, pc, windows or macintosh... as they all could fit under the thread "Computers"

10/8/2011 5:49:50 AM

I know this thread is about serving, please hear me out.

Server Tips 1 - Be familiar with the menu. Although initial training involves general knowledge of the menu, it is not uncommon for a server to draw an occasional blank. Even as a new server to a restaurant, appear confident and sure about the quality of the food. If you are unsure of the dish, be honest and say you're new and suggest a popular dish or a personal favorite.

Server Tips 2 - Practice lots of manners when waiting on customers. Remember the old pleases such a "thank you", "ma'am", "sir", and so on. Repeat them often. They "will" make a good impression.

Server Tips 3 - Remove clutter from the table. Clear dishes that appear finished- but always ask first to be sure. If you are serving a smoking table, remember to change ashtrays frequently. When removing ashtrays, make sure you first cover it with a napkin to avoid ashes from getting on their food and other tables that you pass when discarding the butts.

Server Tips 4 - Frequent your tables. There is an appropriate medium for how often you tend to your tables' needs. Don't ignore your intuitions and never discriminate based on stereotypes. Some customers demand more attention than others. However, don't assume that every customer needs constant attention - this can become a nuisance. Feel out your customers on an individual basis and you'll acquire a knack for the perfect delivery.

Server Tips 5 - There is always that person that doesn't know what to order because it's their first time in the restaurant. Make sure you have the cook's specialty in mind or even a few of your own favorite dishes to suggest.

Server Tips 6 - Introduce yourself. Break the icy impersonal barrier by telling them your name. After all, customers often base their generosity on the level of service that they receive. Rather than simply being their server, you have the ability to form a relationship at a more personal level. Great servers are critical channels for acquiring repeat restaurant clientele and what is more comforting than being graced by a familiar face?




Gifts for Waiters/Waitresses
Server Tips 7 - Make sure drinks are always filled. Do not wait until they have to ask you. Depending on personal preference you can either refill drinks with a pitcher or bring their drink in a new cup. You'll figure out quickly what works for you. As long as you keep the customer's thirst quenched, you're in good shape!
Server Tips 8 - Always check ID's when serving alcohol. Do not assume anyone's age. If you fail to make sure that the consumer is over the age of 21 and alcohol is served to a minor, this may result in losing your job and/or serving jail time. It can also get the restaurant owners in a lot of trouble.

Server Tips 9 - If often your humble nature exudes a level of modesty, don't be afraid to break from those chains. As shallow as this may be, in a business where looks can score you more cash, stay in touch with your personal hygiene and overall appearance. Look in the mirror often. Pay attention to little things like remnants of your previous meal lodged in between your teeth!

Server Tips 10 - Keep your sense of humor. Participate in small talk with your customers. Keep them engaged. Listen to what they have to say. Politely remove yourself when need be - they will understand that you are busy. Even during a dinner rush, make sure that your customers are relatively entertained when you are in their presence. The little time that you spend with your table is very valuable, so use it wisely.

Server Tips 11 - When taking orders for large groups, it is helpful to assign everyone a number in order of where they are seated either in your head or written down. This will help you organize who gets what drink and what food as you can write down or remember what they ordered according to their number. You can even use this method for small groups as well if your memory isn't the best.

Server Tips 12 - Timing is everything when you're asking your guest "Are you enjoying your meal?" I can't tell you how many times I've been asked that question just after I've taken a bite of food! Take a second to make sure your guest can answer the question before you ask it!

Server Tips 13 - Be sure to check the general mood of your table. If your customers seem on edge or as if there is something wrong with their order, they may be too shy to tell you. Ask if there is anything you can do to be of further assistance. You want to make sure you can defuse any potentially bad situations as quickly as possible!

10/8/2011 8:11:06 AM

Quote :

"Thanks Bobby Digital for sending a tech request to Chit Chat. He must be at it again. Please delete all threads on apple, pc, windows or macintosh... as they all could fit under the thread "Computers""

"I want to learn about servers now, recommend me websites"

is a worthless topic at best, and a troll thread at worst.

do some research on your own, ask an intelligent question next time and I won't move your shit.

Here is a website I recommend before you do anything else:
http://catb.org/~esr/faqs/smart-questions.html

[Edited on October 8, 2011 at 8:53 AM. Reason : .]

10/8/2011 8:42:07 AM

I'm not a tech head, but I feel like this does belong in the Tech Talk... I'm also not a mod, and this place is in no way a democracy, so whatever. I know nothing about servers, so I don't know why I'm even posting in here

10/8/2011 8:47:35 AM

no, Bobby did the right thing

[Edited on October 8, 2011 at 9:43 AM. Reason : Carl.]

10/8/2011 9:43:20 AM

bobby drunken moddin' again?

10/8/2011 10:02:08 AM

A request for learning material or opinions and knowledge from local expertise is a pretty long distance from a "Troll thread." The intelligent question here is "I would like to learn about servers, but I don't know anything about them. Could you please refer me to a website where I can learn about them in layman's terms for practical home use?"

You blamed the thread author because two fuck wads didn't want to adhere to TWW's site rules and began to make jokes. Nothing against their jokes, I kind of did think it was funny, but if you're going to point a finger, I wasn't the one who did anything wrong.

10/8/2011 4:22:00 PM

servers are a class of computers that are generally more powerful and fault tolerant than the average personal computer. They are often used to host files and applications for use by many people at once or to host services such as websites and databases

here is a pronunciation for you
serv·er/'s?rv?r/

10/8/2011 4:47:04 PM

i think it was a fine way to ask, he had two requirements
1) noob level
2) practical home use

it probably took bobby 10x longer to chide him for not asking his question in a way he felt merited his intellectual level than it did to guide him towards 1 or 2 sources that would have helped, im sure there's a veritable buttload of shit he would have to wade through otherwise

10/8/2011 4:47:42 PM

if you have a .edu email addy and a windows live account, you can get a full copy of windows server 2008 r2 standard at https://www.dreamspark.com/

[Edited on October 8, 2011 at 5:24 PM. Reason : SERVER!]

10/8/2011 5:24:33 PM

bobby is trolling with his moderator powers.

10/8/2011 5:29:51 PM