Do you think servers should stand next to your table when taking your order or squat?

Question

I have a 'thing' about servers in restaurants who squat while taking my order... or worse.....sit at my table! I think it's bad manners and shows a genuine lack of respect for their guest--who happens to be ME! Is it acceptable for a server to squat?

Answer 1

I don't believe it at all proper to squat at a table. It is as if you are just a little to lazy to stand and do your job. If you can't hear them just politely ask them to repeat themself. Most guests won't mind. But then again there's always somebody you can't please.

Answer 2

Standing makes you look more professional. It makes people want to come back. that and the food. when you squat or sit people might think you are wierd and have to go to the restroom.  I say Standing

Answer 3

I think it depends on the resturant and the particular guest! If they seem like the want you a little closer or if they're old or a lil kid than its ok if the resturant is not super fancey. Otherwise, for MAX TIPAGE always try not to be or look like UR lazy.

Answer 4

They should stand next to your table

Answer 5

sometime they do it to look friendly

Answer 6

no, that's unacceptable and stupid. They should get fired for that. squating should only be done when putting the food trays or plates on the table. You stand respectably to take an order.

Answer 7

i dont like it either when they squat....... and its mainly a guy thing. i think it is rude and odd, i mean, why the h**l are they squatting???!?!??!?! i always think that they're tryin to get a peek of something!! lol......... as for sitting down at the table, i would think thats a bit odd, but i wouldnt mind it if the waiter was very friendly and humorous.

Answer 8

god no I was in the rest biz even had my own at one time it is not OK to do this kids girls 'esp' do this you are not there to invade the space of dinner' and a bad habit its a lack of respect too anybody trying to be nice if you want nice and cuddle you  would stay at home .but esp ' trendy ' eatery's hooter hi!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! what the heck or TGIF bad food and loud!!! good drinks nice looking girls look servers are mules' take order drop off pick up food as fast as possible but thay think there to be your bud and that will help there tip . not at all  if thay just watch you drink don't say a thing  drop off drink and go by there biz that would make me happy and probable you to

Answer 9

The restaurant that I work at actually REQUIRES you to "kneel down" at the table when taking the order.  It puts you at eye level with the guest and subconsciously makes them have to look down at you (which most people like, admit it).  We get in big trouble if we do not kneel down at the table and get eye level with the guest.  Fortunately, I work in the bar area and do not have to do this because all of the tables are off the ground and I'm only 5'3 so I would look silly kneeling.  However, if you actually think about it its not the server being lazy, it takes a lot more effort to play leapfrog throughout your section during the night instead of standing.  I would much rather stand than squat any day.  

As far as the guy who says that he doesn't want to be talked to during his meal, that is fine, but some people have different preferences and they want their server to be at their table throughout their entire experience only to leave to go get food and refills.  That is a personal preference that your server should realize, as some people are naturally outgoing and some are not.

Answer 10

They may squat if they're having trouble hearing. But if they sit at your table (!) I'd ask them if they're joining the party, then reort them to the manager. That is unacceptable.

Answer 11

Maybe, if they're tired, but sometimes it's ok. But, I think that they should stand up and be respectful!

Answer 12

stand would be more reasonable