Definition

A Very Important Person whose meal receives extra attention, complimentary items, and chef visits—whether they're actually important or just friends with the owner. The cause of inequality in kitchen priority.

Example Usage

Table twenty is a VIP—the owner's college roommate, so let's pretend we care about his gluten sensitivity.

Origin

Acronym for Very Important Person, adopted from general business use

Fun Fact

Some restaurants flag VIP tables in the system, ensuring everyone from kitchen to service knows when to elevate their game.

Source: Restaurant service terminology

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