Speaking English at work (Restaurant)

Is this dish very spicy? I can only eat mild food. 

• Yes, it's very good.

• It's spicy, but we can make a mild version for you if you like. 

• Yes, we can make it very spicy.

What cooking containers are best for boiling

food?

• Use a pot for boiling and steaming.

• Lighter frying pans are better if you

  need to toss the ingredients.

• A bowl with many small holes for draining liquid will work well.

Why is uniform important for chefs and cooks?

• Chefs only wear a uniform to look good.

• Clothes do not protect people against germs.

• The clothes they wear are practical and comfortable.

What should visitors wear when entering

a food preparation area?

• Anything they like.

• Protective clothing.

• Their outdoor clothes.

What do you know about preparing a menu?

• A menue is often a customer's first introduction to a restaurant.

• A menu only provides a list of food and prices.

• A menu is not something that sticks in the minds of customers.

What are some small kitchen appliances for heating food?

• You can use a toaster and a microwave oven to heat food.

• Food processor and blender are sometimes used to heat food.

• There are many different appliances in the kitchen.

Which of the following is NOT a benefit of

spices and herbs?

• they contain very little fat and few calories

• they add interesting flavors to any food

• they can grow in your garden all year long

What is the best description for "Lunch"

• A meal that is eaten midday

• A food made with bread and other ingredients

• a casual type of restaurant

Rachel: This is the recipe of my favorite chicken dish.

Kate: ......?

Rachel: Yes. That makes the dish tasty.

• What do you put in it?

• Do we have to use butter?

• Do you eat it every day?

Q. 

Debora: How often do you cook ravioli?

Angela: To be honest, I never cook ravioli. I'm crazy about it but ....... .

• it is very difficult to make it.

• I don't prefer to eat it.

• I make it every day.