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Unit 5: Kitchen and team talk

Understand fast kitchen calls and communicate with the team during service. About 10 minutes.

Updated 2026-10-14

Hospitality English Unit 5 of 5 Β· Listen Β· Speak Β· Check

1. Key phrases

Press πŸ”Š to hear each phrase, then say it out loud.

  • Behind! Warning: I'm walking behind you.
  • Hot! Careful, hot pan or plate.
  • Two eggs Benny on table six. Order call.
  • Service, please! Food is ready to take out.
  • We're out of salmon. An item has run out (86'd).
  • How long on table four? Ask about timing.
  • Can you restock the cutlery? Ask for help.
  • Heard, chef! Confirm you understood.

2. Listen to the conversation

Play the conversation, then press Practise as "Waiter" to take a part yourself.

3. Say it yourself

Listen, then say each sentence. Fill in your own details where you see "…". In Chrome, Edge or Safari, press 🎀 and your browser checks how clearly you said it.

4. Quick check

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Good to know in Australia

πŸ‡¦πŸ‡Ί Kitchens are fast and noisy. Short calls like 'Behind!', 'Hot!' and 'Heard!' keep everyone safe. Say them clearly and loudly.

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