When a guest requests a vegetarian option, which two checks should you perform before confirming the substitution?

When a guest requests a vegetarian option, which two checks should you perform before confirming the substitution?

• A. Confirm no meat or animal-derived ingredients in sauces or broths, and verify if any dairy or eggs are acceptable per the guest's diet.
• B. Confirm no meat or animal-derived ingredients in sauces or broths only.
• C. Ensure dairy or eggs are mandatory in the dish.
• D. Verify if the guest is willing to pay extra for a vegetarian substitution.

Answer: (B)

When a guest asks for a vegetarian option, the essential check is to make sure there are no meat or animal-derived ingredients in the sauces or broths. These components are where animal products often hide, even if the main dish seems vegetarian. Verifying this ensures the substitution truly meets the guest’s dietary preference before you confirm it. The other considerations, like whether dairy or eggs are acceptable, vary by the guest’s specific diet (lacto-ovo vegetarian vs vegan), so they aren’t universal requirements. Paying extra for a substitution isn’t related to the vegetarian restriction itself.

When a guest asks for a vegetarian option, the essential check is to make sure there are no meat or animal-derived ingredients in the sauces or broths. These components are where animal products often hide, even if the main dish seems vegetarian. Verifying this ensures the substitution truly meets the guest’s dietary preference before you confirm it. The other considerations, like whether dairy or eggs are acceptable, vary by the guest’s specific diet (lacto-ovo vegetarian vs vegan), so they aren’t universal requirements. Paying extra for a substitution isn’t related to the vegetarian restriction itself.