Alcohol Flashcards
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Which statement about coffee and alcohol is correct?
Answer: Coffee does not speed alcohol metabolism
Only time allows the body to metabolize alcohol; coffee does not speed it up.
What is a key reason to document an incident when refusing service to a guest?
Answer: To protect the establishment and provide a record
Documenting refusals protects the business and creates a useful record.
Which physical sign may indicate a guest is becoming intoxicated?
Answer: Bloodshot eyes and flushed face
Bloodshot eyes and a flushed face can signal intoxication.
How should staff handle a large group ordering many drinks at once?
Answer: Monitor consumption and watch for signs of intoxication
Staff should monitor a group's consumption and watch for intoxication signs.
What is the best approach to refusing service in a calm, professional manner?
Answer: Be polite, firm, and offer alternatives like water or a ride
A polite but firm refusal with helpful alternatives keeps the situation calm.
Why is checking the expiration date on an ID important?
Answer: Expired IDs may be invalid for verification
An expired ID may not be considered valid for verifying age.
What is the server's responsibility if they suspect a guest pre-arrived already intoxicated?
Answer: Decline alcohol service and monitor the guest
A guest who arrives intoxicated should not be served and should be monitored.