What is the correct method to verify order accuracy before handing it to the guest?

• A. Confirm with the guest after processing the order.
• B. Rely on the printed ticket and assume accuracy.
• C. Read back the order to the guest, confirm items, sides, beverages, and any modifiers.
• D. Read back the order to the guest, confirm items, sides, beverages, and any modifiers, and ensure the order matches the ticket.

Answer: (D)

The main idea is to prevent mistakes by doing a careful double-check before the order leaves the counter. Read the order back to the guest and confirm every detail—items, sides, beverages, and any modifiers—and then make sure what you have matches the ticket. This creates a clear, shared understanding of exactly what will be served and catches any misreads or mix-ups before the guest receives it. Relying only on the printed ticket can miss on-the-spot errors, and confirming after processing is too late to fix. Verifying in this way protects accuracy and guest satisfaction every time.