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Manners that Matter. An Etiquette Presentation for Cook Like a Chef Camp, July 27, 2006. Definitions. Etiquette is a way of behaving that is intended to put others at ease. It is also known as "good manners." Protocol is a formal structure for behavior in a given situation.
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Manners that Matter An Etiquette Presentation for Cook Like a Chef Camp, July 27, 2006
Definitions • Etiquette is a way of behaving that is intended to put others at ease. It is also known as "good manners." • Protocol is a formal structure for behavior in a given situation. • They are inseparable concepts.
Fork or Fingers? • Use a fork, unless it is “finger food”
Polite eating • Chew food with your mouth closed • Only put as much food in your mouth as will fit comfortably
Table Talk • Don’t make any rudes comments about the food being served. You might hurt someone’s feelings
Gratitude • Always say thank you when someone serves you something
Basic Tips • Share food at the table by passing from the left to the right • Allow the person next to you to help themselves before you take some food
No Hurry! • Always wait until everyone at the table is seated and served before you start eating your food • Eat slowly and savor the food—wait 5 seconds between bites
Breaking Bread • When eating bread or a roll, break off a small piece, butter it and eat that. Don’t butter a whole piece and shove it in your mouth
Boarding House Reach • Don’t reach over someone to grab something—ask them to pass it to you
Uh oh! • IF you have something in your teeth, don’t pick it out at the table—excuse yourself and go to the rest room to do that
Using your napkin • Pick up your napkin when everyone is seated at the table and ready to begin • Keep your napkin on your lap and use it to dab at your mouth • Don’t wipe your face or blow your nose with your napkin—that’s gross!
Leaving the table • It is best to remain at the table until everyone is finished—unless you excuse yourself • If you need to leave the table momentarily, your silverware should stay on the plate • There are specific silverware signals
Gratitude • Always thank whoever made the food for you and offer to clean up—be helpful!