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Catering...? I am a really good cook, and I have started thinking about starting up a catering buisness. I was wondering if anyone knew what to do, or where I could go to learn more about it.

catering?? Okay so my sister is very much into catering and wants to one day open her own business ...something like a small luncheonette or cafe however... she still young and has a lot of ideas and things and experience to go through before that day comes , so she wants to start off by getting her name out there and catering small parties. (tea parties, kids parties...or even just making certain foods for someones party. (appetizers,desserts etc..) However she needs to make a business card and flyer's we have found a few places with unique designs but i was wondering if anyone knew of any websites where she can get ideas for her parties, business cards, discount decorations and anything involving this subject. Does anyone do this for a living or have had a party that they were really pleased with and have there website, it would be really helpful Thanks.

what is catering services? what are the things needed in starting up a catering business? what is catering services? what are the things needed to consider in starting up a catering business?

What businesses do the most lunch catering? I am just starting to some marketing for restaurant and I want to increase their catering sales. I know of some places that are great for lunch catering such as doctor's offices, car dealerships but would appreciate any more help. Thanks!

Where can I find a bartending job in a catering hall in queens, New York? I have bartending experience in catering halls, I am looking for a good job in a catering hall in queens, new york. I need to make at least $600 a week. Please help, if you know of any places that might be hiring and pay well.

How can I recieve my catering license in FL and work from my home? I want to know how I can recieve a catering license in South Florida and be able to cater to others straight from my home.

How much do I charge for a catering job? I have been offered a job catering a company gathering. I have cooked for many years and lately my hobby has earned me many invites to cater. I would love to do so but, have no idea what to charge. Please help me .... I am at a total loss! I have contacted a few local catering companies and they were less than willing to lend me advise. Thank you so much!

How much is the average spent on catering for 150 guests for a wedding reception? This would be for a dinner, and doesn't include cake. I don't have a preference on the style- buffet or actual serving at the tables. I also live in Central PA so if you know of a catering business (from personal experience) feel free to leave their website. How much should I expect for this to cost?

What licenses/permissions I need to start a catering business? Thinking of starting a catering business from home (NY) - what licenses/permissions/permits do I need to start that? How do I get an approval for that business? What other necessary actions/steps do I need to take?

I want to do on-location catering for the media industry. How do I start out? I want to enter into the business of on-location catering (for television/films/sporting events/other events). What would the best place to start? Possibly catering college for a couple of years. Any advise anyone could give would be most appreciated.

What permits do i need to start a small catering company in San Francisco? I plan to launch a small catering company. For the first 2 years I do not plan to book events with more than 70 guests. I have been in the food industry for 5 years.

How much should I charge for my new home catering business? I am considering starting a home catering business with my wife but we are not sure what we should charge or how we should offer our service. Should we charge per meal or by days worth of meals and how much should we charge?

What is the real difference between Catering and banquet operations and food service production? I want to be a professional chef and I have all the "real" academic courses almost done for either of these but not any of the practical and before I apply to a program- I figured I should know what I'm doing. I want to cater- but I I also want to work in a restaurant. It seems like Catering and banquet operations is my best bet - right?

What are good ideas for a client consultation in catering? I'm starting my own catering business and am looking for potential clients. I have such a variety of people that need my services as far as different offices, and single people. I'm not sure how to advertise to them both at the same time.

What are some good names for an all around catering company? My parents are starting a catering company and i hate thier name. So i am trying to persuade them into having a great name. Please HELP!

What is a good Adword Headline for a Corporate Catering business? What's a good Adword headline and ad for a corporate/business catering company? Do you have any tips for a successful ad? Also any keyword tips? Thank you for your time.

what are the principles of menu planning in a catering business? what are their marketing strategies? what are the principles of menu planning in a catering business? what are their marketing strategies?

Commercial catering means catering on a larger scale. But, what do you mean by catering on a larger scale? Because I saw one that asked what is commercial catering and it means catering on a larger scale. But, I want a definition of commercial catering be specific so I can understand it. Thank you for those who can answer my question.

How do I start a home based catering business? What licenses and permits do I need to start a home based catering business in New York City? I've googled it and everything but it's hard to find a page that says exactly what I have to do. I'd appreciate advice, especially from anyone who has started a catering business themselves. Thanks!

How do I work towards becoming a Director of Sales/Catering/Banquet Services? I am college student, and I've found my dream job and that is to plan large scale events. Now my major is Psychology and I'm doing a minor in management, so I feel I could put my degree to use in this position. However, I need to find a way to get myself into that catering/event planning environment and I can't decide which way would be best. Any suggestions?

What approval and certificates do I need to start a catering business from home? I want to start a small catering business from my home. Does anyone please know how I go about getting permission and who from? Does it depend on the type of food I will be doing as to what certificates I will need?

What is the difference between catering college and culinary school? I am going to be a Junior in High School. The school which I attend is a CTE (career tecnical education) school in midtown Manhattan that specializes in the Culinary Arts. Iam one of the better students in my Culinary classes and, well I'll be competing for scholarships to Culinary schools this year. I just wanted to know what is the difference between Culinary school and Catering college?

How can i get a catering license in oklahoma? My mother is starting a catering business in oklahoma and i know how she can register her business but she needs to know how she can get her license.

What wedding locations in San Diego can I have my own catering instead of using theirs? My fiance and I are getting married next year and money is a bit tight (to say the least). We're looking to find somewhere to get married here in San Diego but we want somewhere that allows us to bring outside catering. Most places make you use theirs and they charge crazy prices for minimal amounts of food. Any suggestions would be greatly appreciated!! Thanks, Shelby.

How can I start a cupcake catering company? I'm 15 and I really need to start earning money for a car, college, ect. I really love baking, and I've already started to get a good reputation for my cupcakes. I think that the best way to earn money at my age would be to start my own cupcake catering company. How can I go about doing this?

How do I advertise our catering business? Our catering/deli has been in business for 4 years now. We would like to increase our corporate catering part of the business. What would be a good headline or newspaper ad that would draw in corporate catering business. Thank you for your help.

What license if any do I need to start a home-based catering service? I am thinking of starting my own catering business from home. What licenses or requirements do I need? Do i need a license or anything for doing it from my home? Any info would be great.

How do I get started in the catering and party planning business? My friend and I have had a long interest in starting a catering and party planning business. Without taking huge financial risks at this point in time, how does one get started in this business in order for it to lead to a steady part-time or eventually full-time career?

Is it advisable to hire a food catering for wedding when you are in a tight budget? A plan to spend 30000pesos for wedding costs, is it okay to hire food catering? or cook at home. There are 100 people will attend. What do you think? I hope you I can hear your wonderful opinions there guys... Thank you very much!

I work for a catering business. Can another company require drug testing and background check? In order to cater too this company they are requiring that everyone that works for the catering company to take drug tests and criminal background checks!!!! Even though we do not work for the telemarketing company!!! the two businesses are completely seperate, is this legal?

What accidents can occur in a catering establishment? What accidents can be caused in a catering establishment such as a kitchen in a restaurant? And what actions could be in place to stop these happening?

What do I need to start a catering business from home? I live in Texas and would like to start a catering business out of my home kitchen. What are the requirements?

Why is Taco Del Mar's catering/party menu completely different from their regular menu? Their regular menu is what makes them who they are. So why can't they offer that as a catering option?

How does one go about starting a catering business in Michigan? I want to start my own catering business but unsure of where to start. Are there any special licenses required and where do I begin?

what do you need to start a catering buisness? i do alot of cooking and people like my cooking. i am looking to find out what i need to do to get started with catering.

What do you need to do in order to open up a home catering business? I am interested in opening a Catering business from home with my husband. Are there any important steps I must take for this?

How do my friends and I start a catering business? Two of my friends and I want to start a small catering business in California. We want to sell to schools as well and we want to know the best way to start and what all the permits and forms we need to complete are. Thanks!

What are some good advertising tips for a catering company? I work for a catering company in Gaithersburg, MD and we are trying to advertise does anyone have any good ideas?

How did you start your catering business? I live in PA and want to cater in NJ. Has anyone started a catering business here? If so, how did you start? I plan on using a home office.

How much will i earn doing professional catering? I have applied to do a professional catering course at college. It has three different coures bronze, silver and gold. It will take me three years to complete them all. I don't want to waste three years of my life doing this course then relise it aint to career i want. I love cooking but i was told the pay is low. Does anyone have an estimate of how much i would earn a year doing this?

How would i go into the catering business? I would want to go into the catering business, i would want to do it in my own kitchen and i am also quite proficient in cooking. Can anyone tell me how i would go into the catering business?

How do heathrow catering outlets meet the needs of airline and airport staff? Catering outlets such as restaurants etc, how do they 'meet the needs' of staff? Other than just ending their possible hunger. Cheers

Recommendations for self catering near the Lake District for a large group? There are 14 of us (well-behaved post-grads from Middlesex) planning a renunion and some serious cycling in Cumbria. We need some really nice self catering accommodation out in the countryside where we can all be close but still have privacy for the couples. No kids just. Maybe next year. Any ideas?

How much should I charge for a catering job? My mom got her first big catering job, she has catered small groups from 20-30 and has been highly recomended to these people, but this one is about 200-250 people, besides the amount she is going to spend on food how much should she ask for?

What's your opinion on disposable plates for corporate catering event? I own a restaurant and will be catering a corporate cocktail event in LA for 200 guests. The attire will be formal (though not black tie). It's more cost effective to use disposables (nice, high end disposables) but wondering if it's tacky considering its not eco-friendly. What are you thoughts?

what is the average wage per hour for a catering assistant? what is the wage of a catering assistant for a 17 year old in the UK? is anyone here a catering or has been a catering assistant?? How much do you get an hour?

How much does a Catering Coordinator make at Panera Bread? Can someone give me further information about what salary a Catering Coordinator at Panera Bread would expect to make? And what are the job responsibilities? Does anyone know from personal experience if this is a good job opportunity?

Where can I find information on starting my own catering business in the US/Indiana? I'm interested in starting my own bakery/catering business. Where can I find info on the regulations of doing so?

How much does a Catering Driver for Boston Market get paid? I'm looking to apply for a catering driver position for Boston Market and want to know how much you get paid hourly in the state of New Jersey. I saw up to $25.00 an hour but is that accurate?

What are good ways to advertise my catering business i am trying to form? I am considering starting my own catering business, what are good ways to introduce myself to the population. i am a certified chef and i also have a family member who is a pastry chef and i was thinking that maybe we could start something together but i do not know much about marketing if we do really decide to start it. we already have experience catering for weddings and other major functions.

Can my employer take my catering tips if unsatisfactory service is rendered? Catering guest complain when items are missing from their order. But, they don't know this until the tip has already been allocated. Management doesn't feel that poor service should receive tips.

Catering Course Duration - How long does it take to Become a Qualified Caterer? I want to start my own catering business on completion.

How can I start a catering business at home in NJ? Has anyone ever started a catering business from their home kitchen? Does anyone know where I can rent a kitchen with a food license in NJ? How about does anyone know how I can get my food handling license for the state of NJ? Please do not direct me to SCORES or the NJ Govt website. I need someone who is in the business right now or was. Thanks.

I am going to start catering truck business, where to buy the truck in bay area? Any idea to buy the catering food truck? thanks!

How much to charge for catering a tray of egg rolls? Thinking about catering trays of 100 vietnamese egg rolls along with lettuce, herbs, and dipping sauces. Egg rolls are good size about 3 in with lots of real meat and shrimp filling. I want to charge around $60 for a 100 piece tray? Is that a good price?

What type of licenses and permits do I need to start a catering truck business? I'm planning on starting my own catering truck business next month but I'm not sure where to start or what type of documents I need to have in place. Can anybody give good advice?? Thanks!!

What is the best group to target our catering services to? Who should we target our catering business to? Car dealerships, schools? Can you give us some good suggestions on who responds most to catering/food marketing. Thank you!!

What should the slogan for my catering company be? We do high-end catering for individuals and corporations (ie. weddings and business parties). We have 8 talented chefs and an 18-wheeler kitchen that we can take anywhere. All we need is a slogan. Help.

How can I start up a catering business? My Husband and I are moving to Hawaii and we have a great idea for a catering business that we think would work great over there. Does anyone know what we need to do first?

What are the steps to starting and running a catering business.Everyone says my food and desserts are great but i don't know the first thing about catering or opening a restaurant. Which is the better of the two ideas for someone who has limited cash? I thought catering cause i have no money rent a place for a restaurant.

How do you determine where to get catering? When you are looking into a catering business in your area. What are the things that you look for? What are the things you ask prospects? What are the factors that make you select that specific business?

What's the necessary equipment to begin a catering business? The business we work for wants to begin offering catering. What equipment and utensils are necessary? Thanks for any help! :)

where can you find food catering services and place that sells cakes in ilocos norte? i am planning a first birthday in the philippines in a few months or so. i am here in hawaii and i am just making plans on where to buy food from catering services in laoag. where can you find a restaurant or food place that also sells lechon? or does catering? i am also looking for a bakery somewhere around laoag that sells cakes.

What is the process to getting licensed to perform catering duties in Los Angeles County? I was a caterer back in Iowa, so I had the Serv Safe certification, but I don't know what else I need to be able to perform catering duties for people. Can anyone tell me where to start??

Catering Service that cooks my recipe? I want to find a catering service in Utah that will cook the recipes I have, I dont want to pick food from their menu. Plus I want them to serve the food to my guest. Do u know any catering service like this? Even if it's not in Utah, I just want to know if some companys would do that.

Where is the best catering for a big dinner or lunch? Catering can make more food than most people after a long day of work.

I want to start a homely food and catering business in Chennai for which I am in short of the required funds.? I want to start a homely food and catering business in chennai. so please somebody suggest how to get the orders from collage canteen, banks, any private ltd?

where can I get information about the catering history? I would like to know where I can find good info about this service: catering. Please, help me!

How do I go about starting a catering business? I am hoping to start a catering business from home. How do I go about doing it? I can cook but what about all the other stuff???

What are the best ways to start a catering business? I am thinking about starting my own catering business and I was wanting to know some of the ins and out to beginning. I'm sure it takes a lot of work but I just wanted some details.

Can you legally run a home based pizza delivery service, and label it as catering? I live in a state where you can run a catering business and prepare the food at home with a permit. I am wondering if instead of actually catering large weddings and what not if i could essentially run a pizza or sub shop that delivers. Kinda like catering, just delivering a ton of small 1-2 person orders.