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sharps
What does sharps mean?
The shout you give before moving through BOH with a knife, mandoline blade, or anything else that'll open someone up if they pivot the wrong way. Pairs with 'behind' or 'atras' — the location warning plus the threat warning, in two syllables.
"Sharps behind — chef, coming past with the bread knife."
Frequently asked questions
What does sharps mean in a kitchen?
Sharps is called out when you're walking knives or blades through the line.
How do you use sharps in a sentence?
"Sharps behind — mind your backs."
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