Mise-en-Place in the Restaurant for Plated Service

2. Closing Mise-en-Place

Once a table has completed payment, it is time for the waiter to clear the table of all remaining items – from serviettes and glassware to cutlery and crockery. Each item needs to be cleaned and stored in its usual place. After clearing the table, tablecloths should be removed and sent for cleaning, while any electrical equipment that has been used should turned off, cleaned and packed away. After clearing, cleaning and storing, the tables should be prepped for the next service.