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Tea Duty Guidance

Please arrive no later than 1:15 pm

Everything you need will be there. and someone will be available to assist you and answer any questions.

A copy of these Guidelines will be available at the Drill Hall when you arrive.

PLEASE READ THESE INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE YOU COME

When You Arrive

  • Check the WATER BOILER has been switched on.
  • There are 3 setting on the boiler, these control the amount of water that is automatically fed to the boiler. Set this to HIgh.
  • Please also ensure all 3 kettles are filled and boiling.
  • Make up the  big flask with coffee, it needs 8 tablespoons of coffee, fill with boiling water (from kettles approx 3)
    • Ensure you warm the flask first! Coffee is served directly from the flask and members can add their own milk from that provided in the milk jugs on tables.
  • Check the DISHWASHER has been switched on.
  • The dishwasher instructions are on the wall above the machine.
  • Set out the mugs (usually sufficient in number needed) if more vessels needed please use the cups and saucers
  • Use both METAL TEAPOTS. 6 teabags in each.
  • There are smaller China pots if required.
  • Tea needs at least 5 minutes to brew

Serving Tables

  • Set up two tables, one either side of the hatch but well away from it.
  • Each table should have 3 milk jugs, 2 sugar bowls, teaspoons and 3 plates of biscuits.
  • You should be ready NO LATER THAN 13:30 to serve refreshments!
  • Politely refuse latecomers (13:55] as the talk starts at 14:00

When the Talk is Over

Collect used cups etc, wash in dishwasher and put away in cupboards as labelled. Tea towels can be found in drawers aptly marked, they should be left on counter once used.

PLEASE DO NOT DISPOSE OF ANY RUBBISH IN BIN a black bag will be provided.

Thank you very much for serving grateful members with refreshments.

Your Group’s turn to do Tea Duty will not come round again for another five years or so!