The handbook test is taken on Day 14. 50 questions, 60 minutes, 80%+ to pass. Closed-book.
If failed: 7-day study window, retake at Day 21. If failed Day 21: role-fit conversation.
| Section | Questions | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Spec recall | 10 | "Describe the spec for [X cocktail]." |
| Service flow | 5 | "What's the greeting standard?" "Water cadence?" etc. |
| Safety | 5 | Allergens, intoxication cutoff, refusal of service, fire procedure, medical emergency |
| Allergens | 5 | Which dishes are vegan-modifiable, GF, contain shellfish, etc. |
| Roles | 5 | "What does the host do when a soigné mark arrives?" etc. |
| Rules | 5 | "List 5 of the atomic handbook rules." |
| Ethos | 3 | "What does 'first chair' mean?" etc. |
| Comp authority | 3 | "What's the bartender empowerment ceiling?" etc. |
| Wine/beer | 5 | BTG list, draft list, basic pairing logic |
| Pocket Spice (bar only) | 4 | Restricted; non-bar trainees skip this section |
Spec recall:
Service flow:
Safety:
Allergens:
Roles:
Rules:
Ethos:
Comp authority:
Wine/beer:
Pocket Spice (bar only):