How to Work With Your Caterer

Working with your caterer on the day of your function is sometimes overlooked. Many hours of planning goes into a function before the actual event, however a few minutes at the job can really make the difference, especially if there are any last minute changes.

Make yourself available to your caterer, or have a point of contact for the function. If you know you will be busy with photos at a wedding, or organizing games for a party it is very beneficial for your caterer to have someone they can speak with. The MC is the perfect point of contact at a wedding, and a friend or family member if the function is held at a private property. Timing is very important when catering to ensure food is served hot or cold to guests. If guests are running late it is good to be able to confirm any changes to the schedule.

Guests generally do have questions like where to put presents, where can I leave my coat, and it is good to have someone available to direct these questions. Sometimes the small details are overlooked, and your caterer will help out if possible. When drinks are being served without a full bar operating, there can also be many bottles, empty glasses and general rubbish cluttering the party space. A caterer will work with you to reduce the rubbish, however if they are not specifically looking after the bar they may be busy with serving the food.

It is very important when holding a function at a private residence to provide plenty of bins for trash. This does sound so simple and makes for good common sense, yet this is often overlooked. Placing bins around will encourage guests to keep the area tidy, as save you time picking up bottles during the night.