Classes

Group Classes

Private Classes

For your private group, club, company or class. I am happy to travel to you to teach any of these courses.
Please contact me for rates.

Server University

Your restaurant is gorgeous, warm, inviting. How about your servers? Patrons dine out to feel pampered and cared for. If your staff is not providing that service, you could be losing customers and subjecting your restaurant to bad reviews. If a guest loves an experience, they will tell one person; if they left unhappy, they will tell 10 people. Training your staff in the ways of proper service will not only benefit your business, but your servers’ income as well. A win-win for everyone.

Topics discussed include:

1. Team Building
2. Working Smarter, Not Harder
3. Putting Service First
4. Taking Reservations
5. Table Service
6. Server Dos & Don’ts
7. Delivering WOW

Please call for rates.

Hosting Your Party

Do you yearn to entertain? Don’t have a clue where to start? I am here to help. From making the guest list to planning the theme, food & cocktails; we can do this together. It would be my pleasure to share my knowledge of over 30 years of party giving.

Topics discussed include:

1. Planning Your Theme
2. Guest Lists/Seating Charts
3. Invitations
4. Party Budgeting
5. Menus
6. Cocktails
7. Setting the Mood
8. Dealing with Unruly Guests

From $50 per hour.

Table Manners 101 for Adults

Dining together is one of society’s pleasures. Our manners at the table define who we are and how we present ourselves to the world. We gather at the table with prospective employers, prospective in-laws, and future spouses, who will all take note of our behavior. This three hour course is great for anyone looking to polish their dining skills and set themselves ahead of the curve.

Topics discussed include:

1. Introductions
2. Handshaking
3. How to address utensils, napkins and glassware
4. Dining Dos and Don’ts
5. The Art of the Toast
6. PDA at the Table
7. American and European Dining
8. Thanking your host/hostess

For ages 18 and up.

$165.00
Course includes a multi-course meal.
Space is limited.

Table Manners 101 for Children

Give your children a distinct advantage in life by allowing them to learn the finer points of dining at a young age. This two hour class includes a three-course meal and is taught in a fun and informative manner.

Topics discussed include:

1. Meeting New Friends
2. Introductions
3. Learning the use of utensils, napkin and glassware
4. Appropriate dinner conversation
5. How to eat properly
6. How to excuse yourself from the table
7. Writing thank you notes

$145
Class includes multi-course meal and goodie bag.
Space is limited.

Class is taught for the following age groups:
4-7 years old
8-12 years old
13-17 years old

Etiquette For Children

There is nothing more satisfying than having others tell you how well mannered your child is. Children who have etiquette to guide them will live a rich life, full of open doors and exciting opportunities.

This six week course, taught in one hour classes are filled with fun, age-appropriate games.

Topics discussed include:

1. Introductions
2. Remembering names
3. Magic Words
4. Sharing
5. Table Manners
6. Party Manners
7. Posture
8. Good Hygiene
9. Dealing with Bullies
10. Social Networking Etiquette

$150
Class includes multi-course meal, completion certificate and etiquette flash cards.

Young & Polished

This course is designed as a broad overview for young ladies ages 13-17. A fun afternoon awaits as the young lady in your life learns how to fine tune her manners, learns about healthy eating, wardrobe choices and light makeup application.

Topics discussed include:

1. Grooming and fresh face makeup with a professional makeup artist
2. Wardrobe session with a professional style consultant
3. Healthy eating
4. Table Manners
5. Writing Thank You Notes

$189
Class includes meal, snacks, etiquette handbook and a take-away goody bag.
Space is limited.

Interview Skills

You scored the interview for your dream job. Congratulations! Now what? In this class, I will teach you how to gain the edge over your competition and impress your future employer. The smallest detail could stand between you and the other candidates. Make this time count. Invest in your future.

Topics discussed include:

1. Introductions
2. The Power of the Handshake
3. Your Resume
4. What Should You Wear?
5. Answering those Challenging Questions
6. Following Up After the Interview

$125
Class includes course handbook.

Cocktail Party Etiquette

Learn how to finesse your way through every situation and leave with the knowledge that you impressed everyone with whom you came in contact. This two hour class will include tips on how to hold your glass, your plate, your food and your napkin, all at the same time, while still shaking hands and networking, and so much more.

$95