If You Can Pass This Quiz, You’ve Definitely Worked In A Restaurant

Sara Horton|General Knowledge|26 Aug 2024

“On the fly” means what?

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Women working in one of Warsaw's vegan restaurants
Retry Correct Incorrect If a server has a “dead plate” on their hands, they’re going to request a replacement for it “on the fly,” meaning as soon as possible. The term might also be used if food is taking a long time to prepare and guests are becoming impatient.
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JANEK SKARZYNSKI/AFP via Getty Images
JANEK SKARZYNSKI/AFP via Getty Images

“On the fly” means what?

  • An ingredient that’s been substituted for another
  • A comped meal
  • Something that’s needed quickly
  • The food inspector is present
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