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Level6.podomatic.com file: Level6Café&CoffeeShopPhrases1
Source: http://www.englishformyjob.com/ell_foodandbeverage.html
1. All of our coffee drinks are espresso- (rooted/based).
2. This drink has two (shots/shoots) of espresso. It's very strong.
3. The milk is on the little table at the end of the (counter/floor).
4. A tip- (jar/compartment) is a container where customers can leave tips for baristas.
5. (Decaf/Caffeinated) is short for "decaffeinated."
6. If someone is lactose- (intolerant/introspective) it means that they can't drink milk.
7. This is the smallest (size/dimension) cup we have.
8. A (hot/heat) cup is a paper cup that is designed to hold hot liquids like coffee.
9. Starbucks is an example of a (chain/keychain). ( = a cafe/restaurant which has multiple locations)
10. Your coffee will be in a ready in a (couple/few) of minutes. I'll call you.

Level6.podomatic.com file: Level6Café&CoffeeShopPhrases2
Source: http://www.englishformyjob.com/ell_foodandbeverage.html
1. An Americano is a shot of espresso (poured/placed) into a glass of hot water.
2. If you prefer, we can (substitute/change) the regular milk with soy milk.
3. Our muffins are (baked/cooked) fresh every morning.
4. All of our coffee is made from high- (worth/quality) beans.
5. Make sure you grind the coffee beans right before you (brew/do) the coffee.
6. A cappuccino is a combination of coffee, (steamed/steam) milk, and foam.
7. Milk foam is commonly referred to as (froth/freight).
8. This is our most (populist/popular) coffee. = This is the coffee that we sell the most.
9. All the tables inside are occupied, but our outside (patio/zone) has plenty of free tables.
10. (Java/Brownie) is a very common slang word for "coffee."

Level6.podomatic.com file: Level6CateringPhrases1
Source: http://www.englishformyjob.com/ell_foodandbeverage.html
1. We're looking for someone to cater our wedding (reception/fest). ( = the party after a wedding)
2. To put together a temporary kitchen = To (assemble/assume) a temporary kitchen
3. Do you have a general (budget/cost) in mind? ( = how much money are you willing to spend?)
4. Our company has been catering large- (scale/scaled) events for over 15 years.
5. Many catering companies cook on (site/sight). ( = at the location where the food is served/on-premise).
6. We've unloaded all the (supplies/supplements) ( = items needed to cook) from the truck, so we can begin to set everything up. ( = organize everything to start cooking)
7. Will this be an indoor event or an (outdoor/outer) one?
8. I'm assuming you would like the food served (buffet/buffed) style?
9. No, we would like it to be a (seat/seated) dinner.
10. All of our servers have a good (command/comment) of the English language. ( = speak/understand English well)

Level6.podomatic.com file: Level6CateringPhrases2
Source: http://www.englishformyjob.com/ell_foodandbeverage.html
1. Make sure that you (service/serve) the food from the left.
2. What if someone wants (seconds/double)? = What if someone wants more food (after they finish eating)?
3. The second (course/court) ( = part of the meal) will be served soon.
4. All of the food has to be meat- (free/out). We're vegetarians.
5. Our staff will make sure that the tables are (set/sit) before the guests arrive.
6. I'll have to hire 10 (extra/added) ( = additional) people to help serve food at this event.
7. In English, the term "hors d'oeuvres" ( = appetizers) is pronounced "or- " (devries/derves)"
8. We have a wide (selection/collection) of items for you to choose from.
9. All servers have to follow these rules of (etiquette/ticket).
10. A (feast/fest) is a large, elaborately prepared meal.

Level6.podomatic.com file: Level6CateringPhrases3
Source: http://www.englishformyjob.com/ell_foodandbeverage.html
assist x
assorted x
catering
condiments x
detail x
disposable x
etiquette
fare x
floral x
gourmet x
hourly
range x
service
1. We provide catering for a wide range of events.
2. Ketchup, mustard, HP sauce, etc., are known as condiments .
3. Yes, we do floral design as well. ( = arrangement of flowers, etc.)
4. Most successful catering companies pay great attention to detail.
5. We don't want anything too "gourmet". We just want simple, traditional food.
6. Food that's not very "heavy" or “fattening” is called “lighter fare.”
7. A basket with different kinds of bread is a basket of assorted breads.
8. As far as labor costs are concerned, we usually charge $20 per hour per person. Our hourly rate is $20 per person.
9. We keep our prices low partly because we use disposable (=plastic or paper) plates and cutlery.
10. We can assist you in all aspects of planning your event.

Level6.podomatic.com file: Level6CateringPhrases4
Source: http://www.englishformyjob.com/ell_foodandbeverage.html
catering
surcharge
birthday
spill
customize
quote
privately
uniform
head
appetizers
pour
venue
throw
1. The location of an event is also called a venue.
2. You can customize any of our packages by adding (or taking away) food items.
3. I'll have a quote ( = estimate) for you by tomorrow.
4. All staff members have to wear a uniform.
5. We're looking for someone to cater our son's birthday party.
6. We will provide 8 items at $22.00 per head. ( = per person)
7. For bookings of 10 people or less, a $30 surcharge may apply. ( = you might have to pay $30 more)
8. Canapés are small, bite-size appetizers .
9. Be careful not to spill soup on the guests!
10. When you pour the wine, do it from the right side, not the left.

Level6.podomatic.com file: Level6GeneralRestaurantVocabulary1
Source: http://www.englishformyjob.com/ell_foodandbeverage.html

cutlery
glass
trays
fork
spoon
knife
cup
napkin
menu
straw
waiter/server
tablecloth
pitcher
hairnet
slice
salad
spatula
spoon
mug
shot
pool
pot
check
pan
soup
grill
apron
sandwich
salad
coaster
vegetables
cutlery
waiter
plate
knife
bowl
check
meat
restroom
Write the correct word (from the list on the right) to describe each picture:
sandwich
tomatoes
onions
garlic
fork
spoon
rice
bartender
pasta
fruit
beer
potatoes
wine
rice
box
swiper
kitchen
pepper
salt
jacket
cookie
cocktails
cake
grill
fries
coffee

Level6.podomatic.com file: Level6RestaurantPhrases1
Source: http://www.englishformyjob.com/ell_foodandbeverage.html
1. Are you (prepared/ready) to order?
2. The soup of the (day/special) is "Cream of Broccoli."
3. Our (specials/deals) are listed on the board.
4. I (recommend/request) the vegetarian chili.
5. We can (substitute/subtract) the bacon for cheese, if you like. ( = We can give you cheese instead of bacon)
6. I'll be right (back/return) with your drinks.
7. This meal consists of three courses: soup, the (main/prime) course, and dessert.
8. The chicken (comes/arrives) with your choice of rice or potatoes.
9. I'm sorry, but we're completely (booked/baked) ( = we have no free tables) right now.
10. If you would like, you can wait at the bar until a table (opens/comes) up. ( = becomes available)

Level6.podomatic.com file: Level6RestaurantPhrases2
Source: http://www.englishformyjob.com/ell_foodandbeverage.html
1. I'm sorry for the (tardiness/delay). Your food will be right out.
2. Are you paying together, or would you like separate (checks/receipts)?
3. There's an automatic 15% (grace/gratuity) added to parties of 8 or more.
4. We accept all (primary/major) credit cards.
5. The bread is free-of- (charging/charge).( = You don't have to pay for it)
6. The drinks are in the (back/rear) of the menu.
7. We have (plenty/plentiful) of ( = many) vegetarian options as well.
8. Follow me, please. I'll (show/seat) you to your table.
9. You can get the salad on the (side/separate). ( = not on the same dish as the main meal)
10. It'll (take/last) about half an hour to prepare.

Level6.podomatic.com file: Level6RestaurantPhrases3
Source: http://www.englishformyjob.com/ell_foodandbeverage.html
1. I'm sorry, but our kitchen (stops/closes) at 11:00 PM.
2. Would you like anything for (sweets/dessert)?
3. How was (all/everything)?
4. Our (house/home) wine is Concha y Toro from Chile.
5. Would you like to take a look at our wine (description/list)?
6. Our (special/specialty) ( = what we do best) is Tandoor Chicken.
7. We stay open until the last customer (leaves/goes).
8. A (sampler/diversity) plate gives you a chance to try several different items at once.
9. We're (finished/out) of the (NAME OF DISH: the yellow fin tuna) = We have no more (NAME OF DISH: yellow fin tuna) left.
10. The (portions/sizes) are very big.

Level6.podomatic.com file: Level6RestaurantPhrases4
Source: http://www.englishformyjob.com/ell_foodandbeverage.html
1. Do we have to wait to be seated?
Yes, the hostess will seat you in just a moment.
2. What do you recommend?
Our specialty is grilled trout.
3. This soup is cold.
I'm sorry. I'll get the chef to warm it up for you.
4. We reserved a table under the name (of) Brown.
Please follow me. I'll show you to your table.
5. Can I get a salad with that?
Yes, all of our entrees come with a choice of soup or salad.
6. Where's your restroom? ( = toilet)
It's down the hall to the right.
7. This steak is well done. I ordered it rare.
I'm sorry, I'll get the chef to make you another one.
8. Can I get a refill?
Yes, I'll be right back with that.
9. Do you guys accept Visa?
Yes, we accept all major credit cards.
10. Should I leave the money with you?
No, please pay at the cash register.

Level6.podomatic.com file: Level6RestaurantPhrases5
Source: http://www.englishformyjob.com/ell_foodandbeverage.html
1. Our compliments to the chef.
Thank you. I'll let him/her know you enjoyed your meal.
2. Can we sit at that table by the window?
I'm sorry. That table is reserved.
3. (Pointing to another table) What are they having?
That's the "Pasta Primavera."
4. Can I get a new fork? Mine fell on the floor...
Certainly. I'll be right back.
5. I'm allergic to seafood.
In that case I recommend the chicken.
6. This isn't what I ordered!
I'm sorry, there must have been a mix-up.
7. This card might be maxed out. Let me know if there's a problem.
OK. If your credit card doesn't go through, I'll let you know.
8. Can we get a box for this? or: Can we have a doggy bag for this?
Yes. I'll pack it up for you.
9. Do you have Perrier or some other kind of sparkling water?
I'm sorry but we only have non-carbonated (still) water.
10. What kind of beer do you have?
We have Corona and Kronenbourg in bottles, and Newcastle Brown Ale on tap.

Level6.podomatic.com file: Level6RestaurantPhrases6
Source: http://www.englishformyjob.com/ell_foodandbeverage.html
1. You spilled soup on my lap!
I'm very sorry! I'll get a towel.
2. How big are the portions?
Generally, our portions are very big.
3. Is this dish very spicy? I can only eat mild food.
It's spicy, but we can make a mild version for you if you like.
4. Excuse me, we ordered a while ago and our food hasn't arrived yet.
It's coming right out. Sorry for the delay.
5. Here's my card. You accept Visa, right?
Yes, we accept cash and credit cards.
6. Three breakfast specials, please.
How would you like your eggs?
7. Is this entree big enough to share?
Yes. It's big enough for two people. Would you like an extra plate?
8. Can we get a table that's not next to the kitchen?
How about that one by the window?
9. Do you deliver?
Yes, between 11:00 AM and 5:00 PM.
10. Thank you for the wonderful service!
My pleasure. Please come back again.