TYPES-OF-TABLE-SERVICE (1).pptx

types of table service

1. TYPES OF TABLE SERVICE Food and Beverage Service

2. Russian Service Russian service is a style of food and beverage that is characterized by highly formal and elegant service. It is a type of table service where all the food is prepared in the kitchen, and then presented to the guests on platters, which are carried to the table by the waiter. Russian service is often associated with fine dining restaurants, banquets, and other formal events. It requires a high level of skill training, as the waiter must be able to present and serve the food in a precise and graceful manner.

3. Guidelines and Rules: Foods are cooked tableside, just like French service, but instead, servers put the foods on platters and then pass the platters at tableside.

4. American Service American service, also known as plate service or pre-plated service, is a style of food and beverage service where each guest is served an individual plate of food that has been pre-plated in kitchen. This is in contrast of Frence service or Russian service, where the food is brought to table on platters and then served to each guest individually. American service is often more cost-effective than other styles of service, as it requires less staff and equipment. It also allows for greater consistency in the presentation of food, as each plate is carefully prepared and arranged by the kitchen staff.

5. In American service, the waitstaff brings pre-plated dishes to the table and serves them directly to each guest. This style of service is more casual than French and Russian service, and is commonly used in restaurants, banquets halls, and other dining establishments.

6. The food is served on guest’s plate in the kitchen itself in predetermined portion. The accompaniments served with the food, the color, and the presentation are determined in the kitchen. The food plates are then brought to the guest.

7. French Service French service is a style of food and beverage service that is characterized by highly formal and elaborate service. It is a type of table service in which food is prepared and finished at the table by a waiter or a chef. In French service, the waiter brings a cart or a trolley to the table, which contains all the necessary ingredients and equipment to prepare and finish the dishes. The waiter then prepares and finishes the food in front of the guests. It is also known for its attention to detail and its emphasis on presentation.

8. French service is typically used in high-end restaurants and formal events, and requires a high level skill and training on the part of the waitstaff and the chefs. It is often used to create a memorable and luxurious dining experience for guests.

9. Each one of the guests should have a flat plate, placed over the presentation plate, accompanied by a napkin. The cutlery should follow an order, from the inside onto the outside. The knives are placed on the right-hand side of the plate, under the following order: meat knife, fish knife and a soup spoon.

10. Blue Plate Service Blue plate service is a style of food and beverage service that is similar to American service, in which guests is served individual plate of food that has been pre-plated in the kitchen. However, in blue plate service, the food is typically served on a blue or white plate, which gives the service its name. Blue plate service is often associated with diners and other casual dining establishments, and is known for its simplicity and affordability. The dishes served in blue plate service often classic comfort foods, such as meatloaf, mashed potatoes, and green beans.

11. Blue plate service generally does not involve a lot of presentation or elaborate plating, and the focus is on providing a hearty and satisfying meal at an affordable price. The service is typically friendly and casual, with a focus on creating a comfortable and relaxed atmosphere for diners.

12. The entrée and side dishes are all served together on one plate. When the blue plate service is used, sometimes referred to as the blue plate special, a salad or dessert may sometime be included but served on a separate plate than the main dish.

13. Family Service Family service in food and beverage refers to a style of service where the food is presented and served in large dishes or platters at the center of the table, and guests serve themselves. This style of service is common in family-style restaurants and is often associated with casual dining. It is popular choice for large group or families who want to share their food and enjoy a communal dining experience. Family service allows guests to choose the portion sizes and types of food they prefer, and it encourages social interaction and conversation among the diners.

14. The host contributes actively in service. The waiter brings food on platters, shows to the host for approval, and then places the platters on the tables. The host either makes food portions and serves the guests or allows the waiter to serve.