Doublesitting is a common restaurant practice where servers take turns serving tables. If you haven’t heard of it, chances are you’re one of the few people who doesn’t do it. But, according to a recent survey conducted by the National Restaurant Association, nearly half of Americans say they double-sit — even though most restaurants offer no guarantees of seating order. The reasons why customers choose to double-sit vary widely. Some guests simply want to make sure they get a table quickly while others are concerned about waiting too long for a seat. And some diners just like having a second opinion. But, if you’ve never done doublesitting, here are a few things you might not know: • You’ll probably end up sitting next to someone else. • Your server won’t know exactly how many people are coming into the restaurant. • There’s nothing wrong with asking your server to move seats if you feel uncomfortable. • Sometimes, your server will ask you to switch seats.

Double shift refers to working two successive shifts. A double shift is often called a volume shift. When a server, host or cook works two successive shifts, he/she usually works a second shift after his first shift ends.

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Fire

Expos work as an intermediary betweeen the kitchen and dining room. They help ensure all dishes finish properly before serving. Expos can be either people or software programs.

Fire
Front of the house

Front of the house

Fire is an action verb meaning "to burn". In culinary terms, fire refers specifically to heat. When someone says "fire", they are referring to cooking food.

Food runner

Frontof-the-house jobs are often considered entry level positions, but they offer many opportunities for growth. These employees interact directly with customers, and they help set the tone for the entire experience. They might even make recommendations about what you should eat or drink while dining out. While front-of-the-house staff don't usually wear uniforms, there are some exceptions. In hotels, for example, housekeeping staff members may wear white pants and shirts. This helps them stand out among the rest of the hotel's employees.

Food runner
High-top
High-top

A food runner is a person who works behind the scenes in restaurants. These workers often work long hours and are paid less than waiters and bartenders. Some food runners do not receive benefits such as health insurance.

In the weeds

A high-top table is one of those things you'll never know how much you love until it's gone. But once you've experienced one, there's no turning back. And now we want to make sure you don't miss out on the experience again. So we've put together a list of some of our favorite high-tops around town - just in case you ever find yourself without one.

In the weeds

Frequently Asked Questions

Yes! Alcohol is generally accepted everywhere, including restaurants. Just remember that you'll likely need to pay extra for drinks.