FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

THE MENU

What is the average menu price range?
Our menus are included in our package pricing. The menus will not reflect a price, because they are included within our package price. Our packages can include the wait staff, bartenders, setup fees, linens, etc. We can customize a package for you and list everything out separately if you prefer, but our package prices offer the most economical selections.

Is an hors d'oeuvre reception a less expensive alternative to a full meal?
If the reception is early to mid afternoon, then a light hors d'oeuvre buffet might work for you. The closer the reception time is to the dinner hour, the heavier the hors d'oeuvre service should be because your guests will be expecting a more substantial meal. An hors d'oeuvre buffet that is offered close to a mealtime will require more food and ultimately be more expensive than a buffet meal. Stations, such as carving stations, fruit and cheese cascades, martini mashed potato bars, etc. can be as filling as a meal. Depending upon how many stations you choose to host, stations can be less expensive than a full buffet meal and less expensive than lots of heavy hors d’oeuvres. Seated or plated meals are the most expensive option because they require so much additional labor.

Can I see or taste the foods I am thinking about?
We hold tastings on a quarterly basis. Group tastings allow us to serve a large variety of hors d'oeuvres, main entrees and chef manned stations to our invited guests. Group tastings give our attendees the advantage of being able to view our buffets, taste our food and meet our staff in a relaxed setting. Group tastings are offered free for up to two guests and up to four guests if you are booked with us. Private tastings can be arranged for a fee of 75.00. At a private tasting you can try up to five items and have up to four guests. If you then book, half of the tasting fee will be credited to your account.

RENTALS

Do I need to contact a rental company for tables, chairs, linens, plates and silverware?
NO.  We own a wedding rental company and offer a great selection of everything you need to host a great party. We can help you determine what is needed, when to have it delivered and where to have everything set up. Having our own party rentals gives us the best control of how to best set up your party in a timely and organized way. Additionally, costs and stress are also lowered.

STAFFING

Who will help me plan the event and oversee my party on the day of the event?  
You may or may not choose to have a professional event coordinator. We do have professional event coordinators that will work directly with you on the day of your event. An event coordinator will be on site to insure every detail of your event runs smoothly. Our event coordinators will work towards your timeline of events.

Can Catered For You provide a complete staff?  What will the staff wear?
Catered For You can provide wait staff, carvers, and certified bartenders for your function. For formal events, our service staff team will be in traditional white tuxedo shirt, black slacks and a black bow tie. Culinary personnel will be dressed in chef coats, chef hats and black slacks.

Can Catered For You provide references and photos of past work?
We have an extensive list of client references that are available for your review at the time of your consultation. A partial listing of our photos and references are published on this web site.

BEVERAGE

Can Catered For You provide the alcohol for my party?
We give our clients the option of providing their own alcohol or using our complete bar service. Our complete service can supply you everything you will need for your bar such as ice, glasses, etc. We can also provide TABC certified servers to setup your bar and serve.

BOOKING

How do I go about booking an event?  What is the deposit and payment schedule?
At the time your function is booked we require a deposit of $1200.00. This deposit is non refundable and once we receive your deposit, your event will be considered confirmed. An additional 50% of the invoice total is due ninety (90) days prior to the event date. The balance of the invoice is due three (3) weeks prior to the event date and the final count is confirmed at that time.

Is Catered For You insured?
Yes! We carry a two million dollar liability insurance policy, which should give you great peace of mind. We can provide you with a copy upon request.

Does Catered For You have a kitchen that is inspected?
Yes. We operate a commercial kitchen that is inspected regularly by the health department. Catered For You also operates with a separate catering license that insures the proper transporting of food items.

OTHER SERVICES

Does Catered For You make wedding cakes?
At this time, we do not provide wedding cakes. We feel that properly preparing and presenting a wedding cake requires a single focus. We keep our focus on the food, service and overall presentation. We work with several reputable bakeries and will gladly refer you to one.

Will Catered For You do things like setting out centerpieces & favors?
Catered For You reserves the right to charge additional set up fees for any additional services that we would provide. Any charges are to cover our labor costs. If you need additional set up that is not detailed in your proposal, please ask your Event Coordinator for additional information.