Staying ahead as a restaurant server
To provide your guests with the best possible experience, it's important that you know how to be a good server when it's busy, without panicking or slipping up....
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Lesson details
To provide your guests with the best possible experience, it’s important that you know how to be a good server when it’s busy, without panicking or slipping up. A great server knows how to keep a cool head during rush hour – and it’s a skill that can be practiced and perfected!
Restaurant manager Jason James shares his tips for staying on top of your game when you’re in the weeds in this online lesson.
What you'll learn in the Staying ahead as a restaurant server lesson
- How to get into the right frame of mind for a busy shift
- The importance of staying on top of menu changes and specials
- How to keep up with the changing pace of your work
Instructor

Jason James is a partner and the general manager at Odd Duck, a renowned farm-to-table restaurant in Austin that prioritizes local purveyors and sustainable practices. As general manager, James oversees all aspects of service and leads the...
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