Things to Ask a Catering Company before You Hire Them
That said here are a few tips on what questions you should ask a catering company before you hire them:
1. Confirm their availability. This may seem like a no-brainer, but you might be surprised at how many people zero on in a particular catering company before checking if they are available on the date of the event. You need to be certain that the catering company is free on the day of your event and if they are, you need to be sure that it won’t affect the quality of their service.
2. Inquire about their ingredients. While going green may seem like a ‘trend’, it is so much more than that. Choosing a catering company that uses fresh ingredients and sources their food from organic farms is ideal as you can be assured that there are no pesticides, preservatives or other unwanted chemicals in the food that you and your guests will be eating. You will also be making a positive impact on the environment if you choose a local catering company as the carbon footprint created will be minimal.
3. Verify their credentials and safety information. If you are going to order alcohol, verify that the company is licensed to serve both food and liquor. The last thing that you want is to find out in the middle of your event that the company does not have a license to serve alcohol. It is also advised that you confirm that the company is properly insured. This is just a precaution to avoid any untoward incidents. You can also ask about the measures that they implement in preparing and transporting the food that they serve.
4. Request for client references. This is one of the best ways to find out whether a catering company can be trusted. If the company refuses to provide these, this is not a good sign. A trustworthy catering company with nothing to hide may even offer you a visit to an event that they will be catering or prepare a sample tasting for you.
These are only some of the tips that you can keep in mind as you search for the perfect catering company. You can also ask friends and family members for references to save time and energy.