The rapid growth of the restaurant business resulted in a ____ of experienced waiters.

At many restaurants a service __________ is included in the bill.

Bars and pubs are always open at _______ but increasingly they are serving food and drinks during the day too.

It is _____ to take a small present when you are invited to dinner.

When introduced to a group of _____ people, they may greet you with applause.

Food is very expensive now as there’s been yet another__________ in prices.

Chefs are skilled workers who also need natural ______.

Under the cooks' supervision are the kitchen ____ who peel potatoes, cut up vegetables, and bring food from the storeroom to the kitchen.

Within this category, ______ are the most expensive, reflecting the high quality of food and beverages and the fact they often have recommendations from important food critics and organizations, which are highly prized.

Some people with specialized education and experience work as restaurant __________ for short periods of time on a job-to-job basis.