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In Room Dining Service Checklist

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Use this checklist to evaluate in room dining service against Forbes and QA standards. It covers phone etiquette, order taking, dietary needs, quoted delivery times, door and entry protocol, in room table setup, beverage and wine service, food quality and presentation, portioning and temperature, staff appearance and professionalism, cross departmental communication, accurate billing and guest acknowledgment, cleanliness of carts, linens and serviceware, and timely removal of trays with room reset.

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In-Room Dining Service Standards Checklist

This in-room dining service checklist helps hotel teams deliver a five-star guest experience aligned with Forbes Travel Guide and internal QA standards. It covers call handling, greeting and personalization, dietary inquiries, quoted delivery times, door approach and entry etiquette, table setup, beverage service, wine presentation, seating comfort, food quality and temperature, accurate order delivery, condiment presentation, check handling, and courteous closures. It also audits cleanliness of trays, linens, serviceware, and timely clearing to restore the room’s original condition.

by Ana Yerzhanova, from the Community

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Forbes In-Room Dining Internal Audit

Use this Forbes-aligned internal audit template to evaluate hotel in-room dining performance. Assess staff professionalism and communication, menu variety and nutritional options, order accuracy, delivery timing, table setup, and service etiquette. Review food quality, temperature, presentation, and portioning; check coffee and tea service, serviceware cleanliness and condition, and room reset. Capture dietary restrictions, cross-department communication, and guest personalization to drive consistent five-star experiences.

by Evgeniya Kryukova, from the Community

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AUART 2024 In-Room Dining Standards Checklist

This AUART 2024 in-room dining checklist helps hotels deliver consistent, high-quality room service. It covers guest communication standards, proactive handling of dietary restrictions and allergies, accurate order taking, and quoted delivery times with SLA targets (30 minutes for breakfast, 40 minutes for lunch and dinner). It guides in-room setup, including table arrangement, beverage and wine service, and seating comfort. Food quality expectations include precise presentation, correct temperatures, freshness, seasoning, portioning, and accuracy. Serviceware, linens, trays, and carts must be clean, refined, and cohesive, with proper cutlery and elegant condiments. Post-service steps address timely removal of dishes, room reset, and minimizing delays. The checklist also encourages sustainable options and reducing single-use plastics.

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This IVD Service checklist outlines best practices for in villa and in room dining aligned with Forbes Travel Guide and quality assurance standards. It guides teams through call etiquette, order taking, dietary considerations, timing commitments, and communication. It details guest greeting, room entry, table setting, beverage service, and presentation standards. Food quality, temperature, portioning, accuracy, and elegant condiments are addressed, along with coffee and tea service. The checklist emphasizes cleanliness, linen and serviceware condition, prompt removal of soiled items, and restoring the room to its original state, ensuring a refined guest experience.

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