NAVIGATING HOSPITALITY: ETIQUETTE ESSENTIALS Social Intelligence for All

"Manners are a sensitive awareness of the feelings of others. If you have that awareness, you have good manners, no matter what fork you use."

Emily Post

Let's level the playing field

Eye Contact

Too much, too little??

Entry

Do I stand or do I sit?

As students walk in, they introduce themselves, and they have 15 minutes to present. If possible, the most successful student presentation they have been standing. No rocking back and forth.

Exit

Please and thank you

In life, simple phrases like 'please' and 'thank you' will leave a lasting impression.

Titles

Introduction

Mrs. | Ms. | Miss

Mr. | Mstr.

Dr.

What to wear?

White shirt, dark shirt, CLEAN shirt
Last competition
Do you need high end clothes?
These could be cool, but not for the competition

Dress for Success | Thrift Stores | Talk to local hospitality organizations for donations

Are you ready for the judges?

Navigating the table

Table Setting
What should I do?

Write Thank You Notes

Thank you ~ Enjoy Lunch

Prepared by Alison Green, PhD, University of West Florida, Global Management and Hospitality Management

Credits:

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