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Busser / Dining-Room Attendant — On-the-job English

Study in your language — but on the job you'll speak English. These are the real phrases you actually say for this work, with a note in your language. Not a script; common situations workers report.

Taking short directions from the server

  • Got it — I'll clear table 5 and reset for a party of 6.

    Confirm the table number and what to do.

  • Running this food to table 12 now.

    Say where the food is going as you carry it.

Brief courtesies with guests

  • Can I take these plates for you?

    Ask before clearing a guest's plate.

  • Let me refill your water.

    A common line — you keep waters topped up.

  • Sorry about the wait — someone will be right with you.

    Hand a guest question to the server; don't take orders.

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