jeudi 25 septembre 2014

How To Can Stretch Your Catering Budget

By Karina Frost


You should already know that planning a party is not that easy of a task. From the decors to the foot, one has to be attentive of them to ensure success. Specifically for the food, there is a need to stretch the budget for it. The caterers will want to stretch their budget for this without having to make the taste of the dishes they serve as well as their services suffer.

It is highly recommended for the caterer to stretch the budget as much as possible, of course without losing the quality in the taste and service. There should be various tips that will make the said task possible nowadays. To make this catering Charlotte NC a lot easier for the caterers, here are some simple tips that one must follow through.

First, caterers have to choose the job they accept carefully. They have to figure out whether the party is within their line of work or not. When the job is something that they have not yet done before, then the caterer should try to turn it down politely. Do not overestimate yourself and agree to a job that you are not sure you can deliver with quality.

Pay close attention to the coverage of the said quote. When the quote is too appealing for you, it might be because there are corners cut or that there are things that the clients will have to pay extra for. The client should learn thoroughly about the inclusions in the package before making any decision.

Prepare for some negotiations related to this work. As the caterer of an event, there will be a few negotiations that will transpire between the caterer and the agent or the client. When the caterer is about to negotiate, it is highly recommended to have some basic knowledge on what the discussion is all about.

Timing is a given for this kind of work. You have to make sure that the food and drinks are served out with the proper timing. There are many other things you have to pay attention to in terms of timing too aside from serving out the food and drinks. Learn about them carefully.

You have the option of choosing a service meal that is either a sit down dinner or a buffet. Both options are great to use for a party or function. However, these two also have their disadvantages. You have to weigh their advantages and disadvantages before making any decision regarding the matter.

The wait staff can either be essential or not, depending on what kind of event one is planning to cater. When it is a high-end party, then it is imperative to have wait staff to serve the high society individuals who attend the event. If the said service meal is done at a casual event, then little to no wait staff is necessary.

These are not the only tips you should handle when you are planning to cater an event. Just make sure that the tips are helpful for you in your budget. Be meticulous in making a decision. If you follow the right tips carefully, you should be able to get your whole money's worth.




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