Student's book includes parallel wordlist in English, French, German, Italian, Spanish and Japanese

Taking phone calls -- Giving information -- Taking room reservations -- Taking restaurant bookings -- Giving polite explanations -- Receiving guests -- Serving in the bar -- Instructions -- Taking a food order -- Desserts and cheese -- Talking about wine -- Dealing with requests -- Describing dishes -- Dealing with complaints -- Jobs and workplaces -- Explaining and instructing -- Taking telephone requests -- Taking difficult phone calls -- Health and safety at work -- Giving directions indoors -- Giving directions outside -- Facilities for the business traveller -- Offering help and advice -- Dealing with problems -- Paying bills -- Payment queries -- Applying for a job -- The interview

Previous ed.: 1994

Includes index