Rude!
When dealing with people, you’re going to come across rude people. As sure as the sun rises and sets. As sure as the grass is green and oak trees are tall. As sure as the sky is blue and clouds are white. […]
__Days Til Christmas!
The holiday season is about to go into full swing. Thanksgiving is right around the corner. The following holiday is Christmas. How many days are there until Christmas exactly, huh? In the serving world, we love Christmas. People are pretty happy most […]
Nails vs Nub Nubs
Appearance is important for a server. It’s just a truth that can’t be ignored. Hair washed. Clean clothes. Smell good. Fresh breath. Brushed teeth. Clean face. Some of my server sisters go the extra mile and get their nails done. A great […]
Unruly Preteens
There are elite sports teams who travel throughout the country. The age range is from elementary age to high school. It could be basketball, baseball, soccer, and volleyball. Occasionally, these teams will visit The Stack for dinner. The logistics for getting the […]
What did you say about my ribs?!
I am a certified bbq judge. It’s true! In fact, I’m a lifetime member. You may be asking yourself, “What in the world is a bbq judge? ” Well, deep in the heart of the Red Kingdom, there is a fervent love […]
Posture Makes Perfect
Where I work, there’s constant movement. You have the hosts leading guests to their seats while the bussers are carrying huge bus tubs. My fellow servers are taking care of their tables too. Then here I am with handfuls of drinks, plates, […]
Intruder!!
I was assigned as a patio closer one night. As a patio closer, I make sure everything is ready for the following shift. So this means I’m stocking plates. I made sure there were enough ketchup bottles on hand. I also hose […]
Miss ya Dad
I love my father. He taught me the value of hard work. He was loving and kind. He’d give you his last dollar. He told dad jokes before it was a thing. Dad was a Vietnam Vet. Marines. While he was in […]
Why I Don’t Drink Tequila
I have a very low alcohol tolerance. I know it. My colleagues know this. I usually order a cocktail and drink a small portion of it. Why in the world would I take a shot of tequila? I was invited to a […]
I can’t make this stuff up. *chuckles* On a beautiful Sunday afternoon, I served a young couple. A 3 year old boy was with them. They enjoyed their meal and were quite cordial. As I was conversing with the young couple, the […]