BUTLER SERVICE

MAINTENANCE AND CARE OF EQUIPMENT

GLASSWARE
Glassware must not be chipped or stained and should not have dirt or
water marks
Always handle them gently and quietly
Glasses should be stored in the correct
racks, facing downward
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GLASSWARE
Glassware can easily be damaged so care must be taken when handling
them and cleaning them
Ensure the temperature of the water is not too hot
Drain the machine after washing the glasses
Allow the glasses to dry or dry them using a clean wiping cloth
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SILVERWARE
Maintenance of silverware is crucial to the hospitality industry. They are the
most commonly used tools in service and should be kept in peak condition.
In fact, silverware is one of the first things a
guest notices when he/she sits down at the
table. Clean, shiny, well maintained cutlery
is a sign of high quality.
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SILVERWARE
Cleaning
Cutlery should not be presoaked for a long time as it could cause
corrosion.
They can be machine washed and should be dried as soon as possible
after cleaning. This avoids spotting, streaking, corrosion or any other
permanent damage.
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SILVERWARE
Maintenance
High quality silverware rarely needs regular polishing
However, silver polish paste can be sometimes used to give it a high quality
shine
Alternately, olive oil and vinegar could also be used to achieve the same
Humidity and exposure to daylight can cause discoloration due to oxidation
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Storage
Silverware should be clean and dry before storing.
This prevents corrosion
The room should be dry and not air conditioned
Plastic racks are ideal for storing silverware
The cutlery should be organized and not piled up
If storing for longer periods of time, they could be wrapped in plastic film
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CHINAWARE
Whatever quality of china or crockery is used, the most important thing
to ensure is that it is washed, rinsed and dried correctly to ensure that
no dirt, stains or streaks appear.
Chinaware has a high breakage rate & needs careful handling. They
should be stored on shelves in piles or stakes of approximately two
dozen each.