Regardless of the story your friend told you about his cousin’s nephew’s friend’s uncle, restaurant servers do not spit in guests’ food. Also men with hooks for a hand do not prowl lookout point and if you say “Bloody Mary†three times she will not appear. Although the latter would explain why servers, in […]
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Why Restaurants Have Bad Nights
Let’s face it, sometimes restaurants have a bad night. Maybe the food takes too long or your table is not ready when you arrive. It is frustrating. A restaurant that has impressed you so many times before just doesn’t live up to your past experiences. It is easy to be upset. It is also important to remember […]
How To Propose At A Restaurant
In my tenure within the restaurant industry, I’ve had the privilege of observing numerous heartwarming wedding proposals unfold during my shifts. With Valentine’s Day on the horizon, and being happily single myself, I thought I’d take a moment to reflect on some of the most memorable and, dare I say, cringe-worthy proposals I’ve witnessed. As […]
Why Do I Have To Wait For A Table At A Restaurant?
If you have found this article, you can probably relate to having to wait for a table at a restaurant. You arrive at a restaurant, you see open tables, but you are told that you will have to wait to be seated. This is incredibly frustrating. If the table is open, why wouldn’t a restaurant […]
Best Practices for Proper Waste Disposal in Restaurants
Restaurant operations generate a significant amount of waste, including food scraps, packaging materials, and other byproducts. Implementing proper waste disposal practices is essential for maintaining cleanliness, reducing environmental impact, and complying with regulations. In this article, we will discuss some best practices for restaurants to effectively manage and dispose of waste. Separate Waste Streams:Implement a […]
About The Author
David Hayden was born and raised in Kansas City, Missouri. He took his first serving job in 1996. Since that time, he has worked for over a dozen different restaurant companies. He has held both hourly and salaried positions at independent and corporate restaurants. He has waited on over 100,000 guests and trained hundreds of servers. He has been named "Best Server in Kansas City" the last three years by the local weekly paper.