Dinning etiquettes and manners

Ma'am Pakeeza (DDNS)

maam Pakeeza
 Dining etiquette and general manners are like rules in a game.

Think about a game you play; what would happen if there were no rules?

maam Pakeeza
Table rules serve the same function

they help people get along.

maam Pakeeza
 What are manners ?
Manners refers to social behavior
How a person behaves when with others

maam Pakeeza
 What are table/Dining etiquettes
A set of rules that govern the expectations of social and dining behavior in a workplace,
group or society.

Table Etiquette
1. Manners at the table
2. A set of guidelines to follow when eating

• These tips specifically address how to eat during a job

interview but can be used in any situation where you are
dining with others; including your family!

• A person’s feelings are always more important than

strictly adhering to the rules maam Pakeeza
 Why practice good manners?
Table manners are visible signs that you are a polished and knowledgeable professional

When you use good manners:

1. You are more confident knowing what to

do
2. You feel comfortable interacting with
others.
3. You show respect for others.
4. You are more relaxed in any situation.

maam Pakeeza
 The Basics

Good Manners come from the inside and do

not change

Etiquette Rules come from the outside and

are always changing

Knowing the “rules” is essential because it put you in the position of knowing
when it’s appropriate to bend them.

maam Pakeeza
 Categories of etiquette guidelines

1. 2. 3.
Preparing for During the At the end of
the meal meal the meal

maam Pakeeza
 The Invitation

Invitations should plainly inform you

whether your company alone is
requested or if you may bring a guest.

Whether the invitation is for a small

party or a large function

maam Pakeeza
 RSVP Translated:

 Repondez, s’il vous plait

 Respond if you please
 Kindly give me an answer
 The favor of a reply is requested
 Tell me if you’re coming’

No matter how you interpret the message, PLEASE respond!

maam Pakeeza
 Interviewing Meals

In Foreign, about 80% of the

interviews are at dinner only.

Manners followed by you at the

dining will evaluate your personality.

Employers need to trust you can represent them in social settings with customers, clients,
colleagues and competitors
maam Pakeeza
 Interviewing Meals
Arrive at least 10 minutes early unless otherwise
specified.

Never arrive late!

They will be watching your dining

manners.

The focus is on the interview, not the

food!
maam Pakeeza
 Where to Begin
Attire.

• It is very important to ask yourself three

questions before dressing for the event:

1. Who is the host of the dinner?

2. What is the purpose of the dinner?
3. Where is the location of the dinner?

maam Pakeeza
 Preparing for the meal
Come to the table appearing neat and clean.

Remove your hat.

Wash your hands and comb your hair before

coming to the table for a meal.

Do not comb your hair or apply make-up at the

table.

maam Pakeeza
 Greetings
When meeting someone…

1. rise if you are seated.

2. smile and extend your hand.
3. A handshake should be firm and held for 3-4 seconds.
4. Introduce yourself.

maam Pakeeza
 Awkward handshakes

U.S. President Barack Obama, Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau and Mexican
President Enrique Peña Nieto meet in Ottawa, Ontario, during the North American
Leaders Summitmaam
onPakeeza
June 29, 2016.
 Greetings

• Show respect to elders by letting them go ahead of

you.

It is polite to help the person next to you to be

seated.

maam Pakeeza
maam Pakeeza
maam Pakeeza
maam Pakeeza