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Old 03-15-2023, 06:22 AM
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Originally Posted by Jerseybob View Post
Having owned a restaurant for many years, the simple answer is the manager stops at the table and starts a small conversation about dinner and service. Then he says he is just a bit backed up with reservations and really needs the table, can I offer to buy you all an after-dinner drink at the bar? Those sitting recognize the managers need, and about 1/4 of those folks go to the bar, the others say no thank you and graciously give up the table.
Excellent Management style!