Section 13.2—quiz: Dining Service Styles And Procedures

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    Food is displayed on counters or tables, and guests help hemselves to as many and as much of the items as they wish to eat.

    • Plate service.
    • Cart service.
    • Platter service.
    • Family-style service.
    • Buffet service.
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Explore key dining service styles including Buffet, American, French, Russian, and English services. This quiz assesses understanding of different service procedures and their unique characteristics, enhancing skills in hospitality management.

Section 13.2quiz: Dining Service Styles And Procedures - Quiz

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  • 2. 

    Family-style service is also known as:

    • Russian service.

    • American service.

    • French service

    • English service.

    Correct Answer
    A. English service.
    Explanation
    Family-style service is a type of dining service where large platters or bowls of food are placed on the table for everyone to serve themselves. This style of service is commonly associated with English cuisine and is often seen in casual or home-style dining settings. It promotes a sense of sharing and conviviality among diners, as they pass the dishes around and help themselves to the food. Therefore, the correct answer is English service.

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  • 3. 

    Servers take guests’ orders in the dining area; kitchen staff produce food orders, portion them, and place them on plates; and servers take the orders to the guests.

    • Plate service.

    • Cart service.

    • Platter service.

    • Family-style service.

    • Buffet service.

    Correct Answer
    A. Plate service.
    Explanation
    The given scenario describes a process where servers take orders from guests, kitchen staff prepare the food and place it on plates, and servers deliver the orders to the guests. This type of service is commonly known as "plate service" as the food is served on individual plates and brought directly to the table by the servers.

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    Menu items are prepared beside guest tables by specially trained staff members. Menu items are cooked in front of the guests.

    • Plate service.

    • Cart service.

    • Platter service.

    • Family-style service.

    • Buffet service.

    Correct Answer
    A. Cart service.
    Explanation
    Cart service is the correct answer because it involves specially trained staff members preparing menu items beside guest tables. Additionally, in cart service, the food is cooked in front of the guests, which matches the given information. This service style allows for a more personalized and interactive dining experience, as guests can see their food being prepared and have the opportunity to interact with the staff members.

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  • 5. 

    Cart service is also known as:

    • Russian service.

    • American service.

    • French service.

    • English service.

    Correct Answer
    A. French service.
    Explanation
    The correct answer is French service. The term "cart service" refers to a style of serving food in which a mobile cart is used to present and serve dishes directly to guests at the table. This style of service is commonly associated with French cuisine and is often seen in upscale restaurants. The other options, Russian service, American service, and English service, do not specifically refer to the use of a cart for serving food.

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  • 6. 

    Plate service is also known as:

    • Russian service.

    • American service.

    • French service.

    • English service.

    Correct Answer
    A. American service.
    Explanation
    Plate service is also known as American service. This style of service involves the food being plated in the kitchen and then brought out to the guests. The plates are fully prepared with all the components of the meal, including sides and sauces. This method allows for efficient and quick service, as the plates are ready to be served as soon as they leave the kitchen. It is commonly used in casual dining establishments and is popular in American culture.

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  • 7. 

    Platter service is also known as:

    • Russian service.

    • American service.

    • French service.

    • English service.

    Correct Answer
    A. Russian service.
    Explanation
    Platter service is also known as Russian service because it is a style of table service where food is pre-plated in the kitchen and then presented to the guests on a large serving platter. In this service style, the food is portioned and arranged attractively on the platter, and then it is served to the guests by the waitstaff. This style of service is commonly associated with Russian cuisine and is often used in formal dining settings.

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    Food is placed on large platters or in large bowls that are delivered to the guests’ tables by servers. Guests at each table then pass the food around their table and serve themselves.

    • Plate service.

    • Cart service.

    • Platter service.

    • Family-style service.

    • Buffet service.

    Correct Answer
    A. Family-style service.
    Explanation
    Family-style service is the correct answer because it involves placing food on large platters or in large bowls that are delivered to the guests' tables by servers. The guests at each table then pass the food around and serve themselves. This type of service encourages interaction and sharing among the guests, creating a sense of togetherness and a communal dining experience.

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  • 9. 

    A scramble system is most commonly used with:

    • Plate service.

    • Cart service.

    • Platter service.

    • Buffet service.

    Correct Answer
    A. Buffet service.
    Explanation
    A scramble system is most commonly used with buffet service. In buffet service, food is arranged on a table or counter and guests serve themselves. A scramble system refers to the arrangement of food items in a random or mixed order, allowing guests to choose from a variety of options. This system is ideal for buffet service as it provides flexibility and variety for guests to select their preferred dishes. Plate service, cart service, and platter service typically involve pre-portioned or pre-selected meals, which do not require a scramble system.

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  • 10. 

    Servers deliver fully cooked food to the dining room, present it to guests for approval, and then serve the food.

    • Plate service.

    • Cart service.

    • Platter service.

    • Family-style service.

    • Buffet service.

    Correct Answer
    A. Platter service.
    Explanation
    Platter service involves servers delivering fully cooked food to the dining room and presenting it to guests for approval before serving it. This service style typically involves serving the food on large platters or trays, which are then placed on the table for guests to serve themselves. It is a more formal and elegant way of serving food compared to buffet service or family-style service. Cart service typically involves servers pushing carts with food options to guests' tables, while plate service involves servers individually plating the food in the kitchen before serving it to guests.

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