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Reply to an allergen question

Allergen answers must be exact. If you are not sure, say so and check with the kitchen.

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Read the exact question

Note the allergen and the dish.

Check the recipe sheet

Use current ingredient data, not memory.

Ask the kitchen

Confirm cross-contact risks on the line.

Answer plainly

Say what is in the dish and what is not.

Flag the risk

Be honest about shared fryers and surfaces.

Record the request

Log it on the booking for the team.

Questions

What if we are unsure?

Say you cannot guarantee it and offer a safer dish.

Should we reply by email only?

Add a note to the booking so staff see it.

Can the AI answer these?

It should only quote approved data. A person signs off.

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