Definition
The command to begin cooking a specific dish, not an actual emergency requiring evacuation. When the expeditor calls 'fire table seven,' that's your cue to start the clock.
Example Usage
Don't fire the steaks until the appetizers are cleared—table 12 eats like they're in a meditation retreat.
Origin
Derived from the immediate action required, like firing a gun
Fun Fact
A well-run kitchen operates on precise fire times, with cooks knowing exactly how long each dish takes to execute.
Source: Professional kitchen communication terminology
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