Overview

A badly boxed tablecloth looks worse than just throwing a cloth over! and over the years companies have turned to using commercial presentation styles as they are easier to use and reduces training. However, a professionally boxed cloth looks great and the skill is in demand, primarily in meetings and events for wedding top tables, buffet tables and conferences.

This module can be used by Food service operators to train team members and individuals seeking to develop new skills and knowledge.

Step-by-step guides, videos and interactive elements are used to aid the learning process and if learners can access a cloth and a table they will gain the most by joining in!  Get ready!, considers selecting the cloth and checking the table – important first steps. A step by step guide using videos and images demonstrate how to position the cloth and the boxing technique including adjusting the cloth, emphasising the standards for each step to create a professionally boxed corner. A final section considers ready made versions and the importance of standards.  Each section encourages learners to have ideas on how they can improve. 

Key benefits of this module:

• Select cloths suitable to box
• Know the importance of storing cloths carefully
• Carry out checks on the table before boxing
• Position the cloth correctly
• Know the key steps to box a tablecloth
• Understand the importance of safety, hygiene and presentation standards
• Know the standards of using ready made skirting and stretch cloths
• With practice, become confident at achieving crisp, neat corners!

Format

The course is delivered fully online and is split into two highly interactive sections plus one information section. Learners will engage with videos and step by step guides along with questions and activities and finish with a quiz to ensure points are remembered and understood. The module may be completed in short sections over a period of time or all at one go! 

• Sections include:
• Get Ready!
• Boxing Technique
• Other Presentation (information)

Learning Objectives

• Recognise the steps to box a tablecloth
• State the standards of boxing a tablecloth and why they are important

Accreditation

This module is accredited by the Institute of Hospitality with CPD points

Who Should Take This Course?

This module is primarily designed for new team members or existing team members wishing to develop their skills. The module can also be used to support corrective coaching.

The module may contribute to the off the job training hours for team members undertaking a Level 2 Hospitality Team member apprenticeship.

Assessment

At the end of the course, learners complete a 16-question quiz in the same style as the learning activities (drag-and-drop, single choice, multiple choice). The pass mark is 80%, with unlimited retakes available.

Post-Module Action Plan

Completing training doesn’t always mean that action and change happens! Learners can download our unique actions plan from within the module and complete. Three key questions ask learners to apply the information in the module to their workplace to develop their skills of boxing a tablecloth and identify areas where they need further information or training. Managers can use the action plans to discuss with individuals and organise additional information and training to ensure learners are fully confident with business standards.