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10 Questions to Ask Your Caterer

When throwing an event, one of the most important things that you are going to need to do is hire a caterer. There are a number of steps that you are going to need to take in order to get this right, and one of them includes asking the correct questions. But, what exactly should you be asking a catering company?


That’s what we’re going to be discussing down below, so take a look at some of the questions we have come up with to ask your caterer.

Questions to Ask Caterer

Choosing A Caterer


Choosing a caterer can be a tough task. You don’t want to entrust your event to just anyone, so you need to ensure that you are asking the right questions. Think about the type of event that you are hosting, think about the type of food that you want to serve, and then you can try to find a caterer to match this. It’s not always going to be an easy process, but if you manage to ask the correct questions, then you will manage to find the correct company for your event.


One of the most important things to check before hiring a company is that they can cater to the dietary requirements that you need. Do be sure to check this before you even think about hiring a company, or if you can’t find the information on their website, ensure that you ask during the interview. The last thing that you need is to hire a caterer that can’t accommodate your specific requests.


10 Questions To Ask


  1. What experience do you have?

  2. How would you handle someone difficult?

  3. What is your speciality?

  4. How do you handle high-pressure situations?

  5. Have you ever had to handle a last minute change?

  6. Do you cater for specific dietary requirements?

  7. How would you handle an emergency?

  8. Where do you source your ingredients from?

  9. How much experience does the chef have?

  10. Do you have a range of options when it comes to your food?


Only The Best Quality


You should never settle for less when it comes to the food for your event. If you do, this could have a negative impact on the overall event, which reflects badly on you. Remember that everyone you hire becomes a direct representation of you and your ability to throw an event. As such, you should only ever accept the highest quality from your caterers. Make sure that the answers to the questions are satisfactory and that the caterer you choose can provide exactly what you are searching for.


We hope that you have found this article helpful, and now have a better understanding of 10 questions that you should ask your caterer. Hiring a caterer is an important part of planning any event so you want to get this right.


Get in touch with us here at Aqua e Grano if you are interested in some of the services that we offer, and we will be happy to set up a meeting with you to discuss your event.


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