Caterers Group

Often with new clients, catering can be overwhelming. Whether it’s for a get together, meeting or a wedding party, there are ways to simplify your catering save money while doing it. But with hundreds of dishes and menus, it can be tough to determine where to start.

Here are some simple yet effective ways that will help you

-Understand the catering types

Each type requires a different method of planning, pricing, and ordering. Four general types of catering to consider are -

Wedding Catering

Catering has a huge impact on the special day. From the guests to the bride and groom, you need to make sure everyone eats well. Presentation, food, drinks, snacks are important aspects to consider.

Corporate Catering

From office meetings to regional events, the ability to have great food delivered onsite saves a lot of time and money. Continental breakfasts, Boxed lunches and buffets are some popular choices.

Social Event Catering

Birthday parties to Backyard BBQs, social events cover a wide range of events (and food). Appetizers, bartenders and balloons are some of the things to be catered at such events.

Concession Catering

Seasonal or sporting events and public gatherings all fall into this category.You need to be a pro to decide the right menu for your audience. Here you will find crowd favourites like hotdogs, hamburgers, chili cheese fries, ice-creams, etc.

-Know your guest count

Knowing your guest count before you call to get an estimate will help you better manage the budget and eliminate confusion and unnecessary menu changes at the last minute.

-Decide on your delivery method

A good professional caterer will offer you up to 4 different ways to have your food delivered. These include -

Pickup
You pick up the food at the caterer’s location. Not as common, but an option to save on your delivery fee or save time on a rushed order.

Drop off
The caterer simply delivers the food in disposable containers like foil pans, coffee boxes, etc.

Real display
You may consider this option for buffets and banquets as the caterer will prepare the food serving area including linen, glasses, tableware, etc.

Full service

In addition to the real display, you can choose to have the food served. You can even opt for the food to be cooked on site.

-Enhance your event

Think of these as the “optional upgrades” you can choose to add to your event. Although not related to food, they are an integral part of the event. Enhancements include decorations, linen, china, servers, on-site chefs, bartenders, DJs and more.

-Know your budget beforehand

For most caterers, pricing is determined on a cost/person model. An easy way to create your budget is to determine the total amount you want to spend and divide it by the estimated number of people. Having this number to start with will help the caterer provide you with more for your money.

Professional caterers are part artists and part servants. There is nothing we want more, than to provide you with amazing food that fits both your event and your budget. The more information we have, the better we can do our job.

Remember, Great Food. Great Service. Stress Free.