There aren’t too many things worse than having nice dinners at restaurants ruined by waiters who act inappropriately or stupidly. Some things waiters should and shouldn’t do seem obvious to the diners but sometimes manage to escape the servers. If you are in the restaurant business, there are some very basic principles to know.
To begin with, you should never bother the patrons by standing around their tables when they are trying to eat. After the food has been served, wait a few minutes and then go check to make sure everything is satisfactory. Then leave them alone to eat in peace. If they need you for anything, they will try to get your attention. So keep an eye on everyone in case somebody is trying to get your attention.
Also, don’t pressure them into making a decision about ordering if they are not ready. If they say that they need a few minutes, actually give them a few minutes before you come back. Don’t come back in 1 minute with pen in hand. If they are not sure what they want, don’t roll your eyes or otherwise express annoyance. It really shouldn’t matter to you how long it takes them to order anyway.
