Page 81 - Waiter-Learner Manual (ENGLISH).indd

MODULE 6: TYPES OF SERVICES AND SERVICE SEQUENCE

6.3.4 Dress Tables

Dressing tables means putting tablecloths on the tables. There are different types and
sizes of tables. For example, two tables of two seats can be combined together to
accommodate four guests. You should always ensure that the correct size of tablecloth
is used, using two if necessary, to cover the table completely or in accordance with
house standards.

In a restaurant where tablecloths are used, it is important that the tablecloths are clean,
free from tears and damage and overall, maintained and in good condition. Old, worn
or damaged cloths should be removed from circulation and replaced with new ones.
It is also important to lay tablecloths correctly. This is a skill, which you will need to learn.

Lay the tablecloth as follows

1 Check that the table is clean, steady and in the right position.
2 There are different sizes and shapes of tablecloths. Check that you have the right
size tablecloth to fit the table, for example, 54" x 54", 54" x 72", 54" x 120".
3 As you lay the tablecloth, check that there are no stains, holes, burns or tears. If
necessary, set aside defective linen and replace.

2
3
1
• Lay folded table cloth on
the table as shown in figure 1.

• Pick up folds 2 and 3 as Laying & table cloth
shown in figure 1. Fig 1

1
2

3

• Shake out fold 1 over
far edge of table as in Fig. 2.
Fig 2

1
2

3
Let go of fold 2.

• Open out fold 2 by pulling
fold 1 towards you, see Fig. 3.
Fig 3

81