Rachel's CafeAll things coffee…

How to carry big food trays?

I’ve been working at this restaurant for about two months now. I’m mainly a hostess but I bus tables about once a week. On my first day of bussing i tried using the big tray (now this tray is huge) to bus tables because all of the other bussers use it but ive found myself spilling things over and such, so ive moved to the small trays which im very comfortable with. I see most of the other bussers lift it up and put some of the weight on there shoulders but i tried that and didnt succeed in balancing everything (im usually carrying lots of drinks and coffee thermos and mugs and a few plates [[the servers usually try and prebus]] I find my boss getting irritated with me using the small tray beacuse obviously it takes longer but I’m terrified of spilling things over again in front of or on people. Now im a very small girl with not much strength but I know i could do it if i had the right advice. so Advice?!

well first off its all about the prebus
when people are done eating you should take as many plates and stuff off the table to make it easier and so that the customers don’t have to sit with the dirty plates
someone answered screw what your boss thinks and don’t listen to that because in restaurants you need to be a good and fast worker
or you will be out of a job
second is that you are new and it takes allot of practice so don’t worry
try asking another bus person to explain to you and help ,most people will help
the way it is done is that you stack plates and everything on tray but anything top heavy you need to turn to side so not to have it spill
then bend down to level of table put one side of tray on shoulder up to your neck and then place hand under center to other side of tray and stand up
i wish you luck it takes practice but you will get it

lightake:Canon 24-105mm Lens Thermos Coffee Cup

Thermos Stainless King SK1005MB4 16-Ounce Leak-Proof Travel Mug, Midnight Blue $18.85 16 OZ, Leak Proof Travel Tumbler, Patented Thermos Vacuum Insulation Technology For Maximum Temperature Retention, Hot Or Cold, Unbreakable Stainless Steel Interior & Exterior, Cool To The Touch With Hot Liquids, Sweat Proof With Cold, Fits Most Automobile Cup Holders….

Mr. Coffee MWBLK Mug Warmer $5.31 Trust Mr. Coffee to create this unique product. It’s like a special dock for your mug. Place you mug on this electric base and it’ll keep any beverage warm. From coffees, teas, chocolates, and toddies, use this mug warmer to help keep beverages warm – as you like it. It’s perfect for any fan of warm beverages. This Mug Warmer also makes a great gift to an appreciative friend or colleague….

Thermos Sipp 16-Ounce Vacuum-Insulated Travel Tumbler, Stainless Steel $20.44 Introducing Sipp by Thermos. The Sipp Thermos line of products combines sleek style with unique functional features. The TherMax double wall vacuum stainless steel tumbler will keep hot for 5 hours and cold for 9 hours. The Eastman Tritan lids are BPA free and have a built- in tea hook for tea bags or most loose leaf infusers. Leak-proof lid with one hand push button operation; dishwasher safe; 16…

Klein 98005 Insulated Beverage Hauler $18.98 Manufacturer:Klein ToolsFeatures and Benefits 24 oz. capacity Double wall stainless steel insulation keeps liquids hot or coldDurable stainless steel resists rust and corrosion Unique flow control cap opens and closes with a single touch Integrated drink cupThis design was inspired by the popular Klein Tools cushion grip, supersized to lookand feel just like a Klein Tool! Insulated lin…

16oz Travel Mug Turning Kit $11.99 Craft a unique mug that makes a great gift or a one-of-a-kind container for your favorite beverage. This kit includes a 16oz. stainless steel insert (with lid), as well as easy-to-follow instructions on how to turn a beautiful mug. This is a terrific project for mid-level to experienced turners. It involves spindle turning and basic hollowing. Use stave construction or turn from a solid blank….