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Selecting a caterer can be a mind boggling experience if the proper research has not been done up front. As with any company, there are good caterers and not-so-good caterers. Most major cities are swimming with choices and it is difficult to find the right choice for the right price. When selecting a caterer for a specific event, there are a few details to keep in mind.
Shop Around- The worst thing a prospective event planner can do is pick a name out of the phone book or off of the internet because they have a pretty ad. Much research is necessary when selecting the right catering company. Word-of-mouth is the number one marketing tool for the entire food service industry. A great catering company is no different than a great restaurant. People talk and someone searching for a company should listen carefully. Ask co-workers, relatives, and neighbors before making any decisions. The internet is a great tool to find a caterer as well, but beware of fly-by-night companies.
Ask for Portfolios- Most successful catering businesses have a portfolio available to potential customers that give specific examples of past events hosted. A good company will encourage browsing through their portfolio. Remember, if they are not proud and willing to show you their past services, there is probably a reason they are keeping it a secret. Make sure that the company can fit your needs. Great companies will be willing to work with budget and menu selection.
Be Organized- Before visiting any potential caterer, be sure to set up a system to organize your findings. A notebook to separate each company and what they have to offer is necessary. The notebook should contain menu options, price ranges, your initial reaction, and a brief overview of their past work. By doing this, the right caterer for your occasion will be easy to find.
The choices are endless, but there is no need to stress out. The right catering company will have the experience and capability to be confident and calm on the big day. A little homework and some organization will go a long way to ensure a successful event.
What else can I help you with?
What is a catering consultant?
a catering consultant is a person who is encharge of the catering of a company.
What is mobile catering?
Mobile Catering is when a catering company goes to a selected venue and caters directly.
What exactly is a catering truck?
A catering truck can either be a truck that belongs to a catering company and they take it to events and do catering. The other thing it might be is a food truck that drives around and cooks food in the truck and then people come up to it and order right there. Kind of like a hot dog cart.
What was the name of Mitchie's mother's catering company in 'Camp Rock'?
Connie's Catering
Where can I find a catering company for my wedding?
There are many online companies that offer catering for different occasions. www.mywedding.com/virginia/catering is a catering company specially for wedding only. They have very good verity and special rates as well.
What type of company is Greggs?
catering
How can I find a vegetarian only catering company?
Yes, a good vegetarian catering company in the Portland are would be VegPortland. They are highly rated.
Need a catering name?
Sometimes it can be effective to use alliteration when choosing a company name, such as Chefs Catering, or Cuisine Catering. Pick something that directly relates to your company, or something that makes you stand out.
How do you get health certificate for my catering company?
get it from my GP
How to specialize in corporate catering?
In order to grow into a corporate catering company you should advertise as much as possible. Get your name out there!
who has the best price and menu when it comes to catering in atlanta,ga.?
atlanta company has the catering services for more visit sakida.com
Can you work offshore as a galley hand if you have scoliosis?
yes i have 4 years offshore experience in the qatar petroleum development catering. And my catering company is sea site international catering.
