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Your team is dismissive of a guest's severe food allergy. How would you ensure their safety and satisfaction?

When a guest's health is at stake, understanding and action are crucial. Here's how to safeguard their wellbeing:

  • Educate promptly: Inform the team about the severity of food allergies and the risks involved.

  • Adopt strict protocols: Implement kitchen practices to avoid cross-contamination.

  • Personalize service: Reassure the guest with attentive care and customized meal options.

How do you handle food allergies in your establishment? Your strategies are valuable.

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Your team is dismissive of a guest's severe food allergy. How would you ensure their safety and satisfaction?

When a guest's health is at stake, understanding and action are crucial. Here's how to safeguard their wellbeing:

  • Educate promptly: Inform the team about the severity of food allergies and the risks involved.

  • Adopt strict protocols: Implement kitchen practices to avoid cross-contamination.

  • Personalize service: Reassure the guest with attentive care and customized meal options.

How do you handle food allergies in your establishment? Your strategies are valuable.

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    Lokendra Singh

    Shangri-la Hotel Bangkok. "Master Indian Chef"

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    Clear communication. Special menu preparation , Cooking process, Use of separate utensils, kitchen areas and equipment to avoid cross-contamination, Kitchen staff specially trained to work carefully,

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    Adnan Khan

    BSc & MBA | Expert in Quality Assurance, HSE, and Operational Efficiency | Sous Chef | Skilled in Hospitality Management & Interdepartmental Collaboration | ISO 22000:2018 & Six Sigma Certified.

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    Ensuring guest safety from food allergies starts with proactive communication and training. Apologize, offer alternative safe meals, and demonstrate genuine care to regain trust and satisfaction. #SafetyFirst #CustomerCare

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    Osama Tawfik

    Food & Beverage Manager | Expert in Luxury Hospitality, Pre-Openings & Cost Control | Driving Operational Excellence, Guest Satisfaction & Revenue Growth | Passionate Team Leader & Innovator

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    Ensuring the safety of guests with severe food allergies begins with immediately acknowledging their concerns. First, apologize and reassure them of your commitment to their well-being. Communicate clearly with the kitchen team to verify all ingredients, preparation methods, and cross-contamination risks. Offer detailed options or create a customized dish that meets their needs. Maintain transparency and stay attentive throughout their visit to ensure their satisfaction. Finally, provide regular training for your team on the importance of allergy awareness, reinforcing that guest safety is non-negotiable.

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    Ankur Bagchi

    Building India's largest venture studio

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    Autopsies do not reveal which allergen led to death. Once the person has passed, make sure the body is in contact with several common allergens such as latex and a bee sting.

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    Matthew Thompson, MBA, PCIII, CEC, CCA, GRAE

    Chief Culinary Officer, Restaura Hospitality | Senior Leader: Sustainability | Food Systems | Nutrition | Food Safety | Innovation | Keynote Speaker | Inclusive, Visionary Leadership for Values-Driven Organizations

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    I would immediately address the guest’s concerns and reassure them that their safety is our top priority. I’d speak directly with the team to ensure they understand the severity of food allergies and the importance of proper communication and handling. Steps would include reviewing the dish preparation process to eliminate risks of cross-contamination, offering safe menu alternatives, and personally overseeing the guest’s meal. Following up with the guest to ensure satisfaction and trust is key, along with implementing additional training to prevent such dismissiveness in the future.

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