I just started working at a movie theatre, and I've already had a few
customers speak to me in Spanish. While I mangaed to help the customers
just fine, I'd like to be able to help them in their language to make
things faster and more convenient. I also realized that I don't know
enough words related to movies theatres, and I have some questions.
First of all, is
mantequilla the correct word for butter? What about
manteca? Can they be used the same way, and which would be more common for Mexican Spanish? How would I ask,
"Would you like butter?" (Is it,
"Quiere manteqiulla/manteca?").
How would I go about describing the sizes of popcorn bags? (
Tub, Large, medium, small, junior/extra small). What would be the right word for
bag in this case?
Bolsa? What word would I use to describe the type of
drinking cup that you get at a movie theatre? What is the word for
straw?
Also, is there any customer service etiquette that I should know of,
besides using "Usted" and using my common sense to be polite? Gracias!