Which item would you bring before the food arrives?

• A. Bring ketchup, mustard, and napkins before the food comes.
• B. Drop coasters when greeting
• C. Break down cardboard before dumpster.
• D. The board in the kitchen.

Answer: (A)

Anticipating guest needs and prepping the table before the meal begins is a key part of good service. Bringing ketchup, mustard, and napkins ahead of the food ensures guests have what they’ll use right away, speeds up service, and keeps the dining flow smooth. It also communicates care and cleanliness, since items are already in place and ready. The other actions relate to tasks outside the dining table setup or are not things you’d bring to the table for the guests’ meal.