KEY POINTS

In order to give a) guests enough time to enjoy appetizer and b) myself enough time to reset before entrees come, I learn entree average ticket times and track current ticket times. I also track my tables progress on the appetizer.

If entrees are coming out soon, and guests haven't finished the appetizer, I'll leave the appetizer on the table, but I'll often ask if I can clear their appetizer plates to create space.

Two main reasons I pre-bus appetizers:
1) consideration of guests
2) consideration of coworkers

The ideal when entrees are served: The guests have everything they need and can seamlessly start their meal.