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3 Factors to Consider Before Hiring a Caterer

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Catering is arguably one of the most important and most memorable part of any event. Food plays an important role in most people’s lives, and the same goes for the success of an event, whether it be an extravagant wedding or an outdoor corporate cook out. So it is important to make sure the catering plans you’ve made are the best fit for whatever event is approaching on your calendar.

The greatest full-proof method to making sure your food plan is delicious, sufficient, and within budget, is to hire a professional caterer. But before you hire a caterer, it is wise to consider a few factors first. These factors will set the tone, budget, and plan for the entire catering process, and give you the tools necessary to create a beautiful event everyone will talk about for years!

Continue reading to learn about these factors and where to begin planning the catering for your special event.

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❶ Type of Event

The first aspect to consider is the type of event you are catering. This will also help you narrow down the type of caterer you want to call. For example, a wedding will require a fancier menu, alcohol service, wait staff, prep and breakdown services, specific time schedules, and a caterer that specializes in wedding service catering. Whereas a corporate picnic might require a more relaxed food and beverage menu, buffet-style service, a caterer that specializes in large-scale outdoor catering. See our blog, “Types of Occasions Perfect for Professional Catering Service” for help with your party’s leitmotif and more.

❷ Budget

Your budget is one of the most important aspects of the catering planning process. This is the number that will place you in a particular bracket of service that best fits your type of event. One good tip for setting a budget is multiplying the number of people expected to attend the event by a personally-selected number “per head.” So for a nicer, upper-scale event, you might decide that each attendee is $50 a head. Multiply that number by the number of expected guests, and you have a base budget for catering. You may need to inflate this number just a bit to be more realistic with catering costs and needs. This is an area to discuss and customize with your caterer as well. See our blog, “Cost Saving Advice for Catering a Party.”

❸ Wait Staff and Service

Will your event require any type of wait staff? There are a few different types of service a caterer can provide in terms of bartenders, waiters, cocktail waitresses, food carriers, buffet attendants, and more. You can select a certain level of wait staff as well, from basic bartenders and tray carriers, to full-service formal wait staffs, and everything in between. See our blog, “How to Hire the Right Caterers for Your Event” to get started on the right track.

✨ Once you have all three of these factors planned out, you can contact your local catering company and begin bringing your plan to life!

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How to Hire the Right Caterers for Your Event

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For special occasions, it is nice to provide a food portion in addition to the festivities you plan.  Depending on the size of your event or celebration, you might need professional caterers to get the job done to your satisfaction, and everyone else’s as well.  But how do you know which caterer is right for the job?  It is important to choose a catering company with the appropriate credentials and services you require. 

Continue reading to learn some angles to consider when choosing a catering company for your next social gathering, celebration, or special event.

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What to Consider When Hiring Caterers

There are several angles to consider, as mentioned before, that can help determine the type of catering company you need.  Things like budget, transportation services, food themes, people count, food preparation, and more are all areas to think about before ultimately deciding on a caterer for your event.  Not all catering companies offer the same services; they are each individual with different qualities, services, areas of expertise, and qualifications. 

Below are the basic topics to consider before hiring a caterer for your special occasion.  Be sure to figure out what it is you need from a catering company, so it is guaranteed that they can accommodate you before writing that first check!

✅ Budget

The first item on the list to discuss is the budget.  It is important to set the budget ahead of time so that you are not overwhelmed with all the expenses adding up during the process.  If you have an overall budget, this number works as a “safe-place” for clients to do business with potential caterers.  If you are sure of a budget, then you can walk into a catering business and notify them from the start that you cannot exceed this particular limit.  This can avoid having caterers tack on additional expenses and costs your way, once the service is extended.  A company can work with its clients to choose services that will allow them to remain within budget without any problems.  If this is something important to you, then be sure to hire a catering company that can work within your set budget before committing to do business with them.

✅ Head Count

You must figure out how big your event is going to get, and how many people you should expect.  A head count is important so that you can accommodate the people with food, appetizers, and drinks without running out halfway through the night.  Be sure to hire a catering company that retains a staff large enough to service your guests; as well as, prepare the food without delays. Also, some catering companies offer wait staffs and floor service.  This entails servers walking around and passing out appetizers to guests; while refreshing drinks, re-stocking, and anything else needed on the floor.  They may also offer bartender and alcohol services as well.

✅ Food Menu

Another important aspect to consider is the food menus.  Food quality is key; as well as, the dining theme you wish to use.  Be sure the catering company can prepare a menu with the theme you had in mind.  Also, be sure they provide good quality food.  Check references, past clientele, and more for answers about their company credentials and food quality.

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