Event Catering Supply Tips

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Supplies are a vital aspect of your event catering business. After all, the quality of food you serve at your event can either improve or damage your business reputation. So, how do you go about event catering supplies? Below are a few tips. 

Foods

Food is at the heart of any catering service. As a business owner or manager, you must pull all stops to ensure you procure quality and fresh foods. Start by listing and categorising the foods that your customers are likely to order. Previous events can give you a clue about the popularity of certain meats, cereals, vegetables and fruits. Once you have an inventory, conduct due diligence to establish reputable and reliable suppliers. Below are some tips to help you vet and choose a food supplier. 

• Where does the supplier source their foods? Remember, foods from various geographical regions have varying taste profiles and textures. Moreover, you might want your supplier to supply only organic foods.
• What are the supplier's lead times? You might want orders delivered quickly when your clients give short notice.
• Does the supplier provide guarantees on the quality of foods? If they do, how and when do they compensate you for spoilt products?
• Does the supplier have accreditation to handle fresh foods? Do not shy off from examining their food handling protocols.
• Does the supplier have a limit on how much product you can order? It helps you prepare your requisition orders.
• Can the supplier procure special foods that are not grown in your region? Some clients could ask for unique foods to make their event memorable. 

Utensils and Cutlery

You must be cautious when buying utensils and cutlery for your catering business. The general rule is to purchase high-quality utensils and cutlery. Your guests are likely to mishandle ceramics such as bowls and places. When purchasing plates, ensure they have anti-chip properties and are thermal shock resistant and dishwasher friendly. Moreover, assess the construction to determine whether you can serve the required portions without food falling off the plate or bowl. Colour and weight are also essential concerns. 

Spoons, knives, and forks come in different designs, each with its specific use. However, you should consider the cutlery's ease of use during purchase. In addition, cutlery should be made from high-quality material.

Reach out to an event catering supply company in your area for more information about ordering supplies for your catering business. 

7 July 2023