Dr Ray
Tourism/Hospitality
Student Exercise

Complaints: Bad Steak
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Customer: Excuse me, I have a concern about my order. I ordered a medium-well steak, but it looks like I got a medium-rare one instead. Server: Oh, I apologize for the inconvenience. Would you like me to have it cooked a bit more for you? Customer: Yes, please. I prefer my steak more well-done. Also, I ordered a side of french fries, but they seem to be cold. Could you bring me a fresh, hot batch, please? Server: Of course, I'll take care of that for you right away. I'm really sorry about the mix-up. Let me get your steak back to the kitchen, and I'll get a new order of french fries for you. Answer

Customer: Thank you, I appreciate it. But honestly, it's a bit frustrating to have to deal with this. I was really looking forward to a perfectly cooked steak and some hot fries. Server: I completely understand your frustration, and I'm truly sorry for the inconvenience caused. Customer: Well, it shouldn’t happen in the first place. That’s the point of taking a person’s order, to give them what they want. Server: I completely agree. Let me hurry and get this to the kitchen. Your new order will be out shortly, and I'll personally ensure everything is as it should be. Thank you for your patience. Answer

Server: Here’s your order, sir. The fries are fresh and hot. Why don’t you check your steak just to be sure. Answer

Server: I would also like to give you this discount coupon for your next visit. I assure you, we really don’t make these kinds of mistakes often. Hope to see you again soon. Answer

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