What does "Real Estate-ing" mean?

• A. Allocating more seating for large parties.
• B. Marking tables with reserved signs.
• C. Make sure tables are clean, sweeping, extra cleaning duties when slower.
• D. Moving chairs to optimize space.

Answer: (C)

Real Estate-ing is about maximizing the usable dining space by keeping the area clean and ready to seat guests, especially during slower times. The best practice is to make sure tables are clean and swept, with extra cleaning tasks done when the shift is slower, so the floor plan and table resets are ready for the next guests. This approach directly increases how many guests you can seat and helps turn tables efficiently. Other options miss the point of freeing up and preparing space: simply moving chairs or marking reservations don’t emphasize maintaining a clean, ready-to-seat environment, which is the core idea of Real Estate-ing.