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Jehanne18
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busser and bussing...
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Hello!
I am preparing a lesson about summer jobs and I have found something like a list of different summer jobs existing for teens. But I am stuck with these two terms: busser and bussing.
I understood that they refered to restauration and food, but I don �t know what it can be. If someone can explain to me, and may be give me a translation into French, I would be very grateful!
Thanks in advance!
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2 Apr 2013
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FrauSue
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Hi Jehanne,
A "busboy" or "busser" is someone who clears the plates from tables in a restaurant. See the definition here: http://www.thefreedictionary.com/busboy . I think it �s only used in the USA - as a UK native speaker, I �ve never heard it outside American sitcoms on TV.
Hope that helps! |
2 Apr 2013
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douglas
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Yep, Sue is right.
When I was in high school I spent a couple years "bussing" tables at a nice restaurant on the coast of California. Since it was a nice restaurant, my busboy duties entailed quite a bit more than just cleaning-off tables after customers left.
I also brought bread and water to the tables, refilled drinks, and assisted the waiter/ess with whatever they needed. I would also remove plates/dishes as the customers finished and once they left, I would clean-off the table and prepare it for the next guests. |
2 Apr 2013
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elderberrywine
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douglas, I �m sure you were the most charming busboy in town!
Les might probably have done a good job too...
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2 Apr 2013
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Jehanne18
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Thanks a lot for your quick replies! I understand now!Thank you.
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3 Apr 2013
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