food, food, food

I've been working in restaurants for awhile now. Anyone who's job involves customer service knows that customers can be a pain the ass. I've compiled a few pointers on how to conduct yourself when going out to eat.

For you:

-If the place takes reservations, MAKE ONE. It's not that hard. Call, give them your name and number. A table will be waiting for you when you get there.

-Be nice. If you're rude we'll only reciprocate by giving you the minimal amount of attention and try to get rid of you as quickly as possible. Give me attitude and I'll give you the shitty table in the back by the kitchen. Talk to me with respect and i'll try to pull strings to get you the nice booth.

-Don't come in at primetime and be upset that we can't seat you immediately. It's 7:30 on a Friday night and you wanna throw a fit because there's a wait? Stay home and cook.

For us:

-Please be patient. You are not the only guests. You're server has other tables to take care of.

-Do not get angry with the hostess. We are simply there to seat you once a table is available. It is not our fault that the restaurant is busy and you have to wait.

-Leave a good tip. For the most part servers are paid very little and tips are how they make their living. i'm not saying you have to go all out (i'm no baller myself), but just be understanding that they are bustin their asses and putting up with a lot of shit.
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I've always managed to get connections in the kitchen. Last night I got the chef to slip me some food. It was just what i needed after a hectic shift.


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Today Brandon and i went to The Reading Terminal. Had some banging soul food from Delilah's...mmmmm cornbread. and i did some much needed grocery shopping.

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