A server can best minimize mistakes when taking a table side order by

• A. Writing down everything on a quick note and not checking
• B. Asking only once
• C. Repeating orders back to the guest before taking them to the kitchen
• D. Relying on memory

Answer: (C)

The main idea here is accuracy through a confirmation step. Repeating the guest’s order back before sending it to the kitchen creates a clear, shared record of exactly what was requested, including items, quantities, modifiers, and any special instructions. This two-way check lets the guest hear the details, catch any mistakes, and add or adjust things like substitutions or dietary needs, reducing miscommunications and wrong items reaching the kitchen. Relying on memory, writing things down without checking, or asking only once are more prone to errors because details can be forgotten or misheard, especially with complex orders.