Dining Guide / Seating & Posture

Bags and Phones

A small bag goes behind your back or at your feet; large bags and coats go to the cloakroom. Put your phone away and keep the table clear.

Key Points

1. Tuck a small bag between your back and the chair back, or set it at your feet.
2. Check large bags and coats at the cloakroom if there is one.
3. Keep bags, phones, and keys off the table.
4. Silence your phone and put it away. If you’re expecting an important call, mention it at the start and step away to take it.

Do

• Keep a small bag behind you or at your feet
• Check large bags and coats
• Mention an expected call at the start

Avoid

• Putting your bag or phone on the table
• Checking your screen mid-conversation
• Taking a call at the table

Handy Tip

If your bag goes on the floor, keep it inside the legs of your chair. It stays out of the aisle, so no one trips over it.

Practice in a Lesson

• Taking Your Seat
• Eating and Talking