QUESTION 19 OF 30

During slow times in the restaurant, what would you do to keep yourself busy?

It's essential that you can keep yourself busy, even during downtime. Restaurants will almost always have ebbs and flows when it comes to the volume of dining traffic. Peak times for most restaurants will be the hours surrounding breakfast, lunch, and dinner. Some of the tasks you could take on, during the slower times include:

- Ensuring glassware is clean
- Polishing silverware
- Making utensil rollups
- Offering to take inventory
- Wiping down sticky menus
- Working on your menu knowledge
- Check the bathrooms for cleanliness or potential issues

Show the interviewer that you are resourceful and motivated to work!

"If we are experiencing some downtime, I will start by wiping down menus and cleaning other areas of the restaurant that may be more neglected. I will offer to help a co-worker with a task or will memorize more of the menu. It's important to me that I always keep busy on the job."

"It's essential to me that I keep myself on the go and useful. If the restaurant is experiencing a slower time, I will make utensil rollups, and polish silverware. I will also do additional cleaning or ask the bartender if I can assist with cleaning glasses or cutting the drink garnishes."

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