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Things to consider when hiring a catering company in Las Vegas

As the summer gets into high gear, it becomes the perfect time to enjoy that Las Vegas weather with picnics, reunions, get-togethers, and even some larger events. While you may be excited to host such an event, the thought of cooking all of the food may be enough to kill your enthusiasm. Instead of giving up on the idea altogether, consider these pointers for hiring a quality caterer in Las Vegas.

Do You Feel a Connection with the Chef?

When you hire a lawyer, therapist, or doctor, it's important to make sure you feel some kind of connection to that professional, even if it's just mutual respect. The same is true of hiring a caterer. During your initial consultation with any caterer, pay attention to how they make you feel. Do your conversations feel forced or comfortable? Are they responsive to your questions? Do you feel as though they care about your event?

Is This Caterer the Right One for Your Type of Event in Las Vegas?

Pretty much every caterer is going to tell you they can handle any type of event, but you may be better off looking for someone who has catered similar events in the past. There may be details specific to your type of event with which some less experienced caterers may be unfamiliar. It's better to look for someone with more targeted experience to ensure the best possible service.

How is Their Reputation in Las Vegas

They don't call this the information age for nothing. Once you've narrowed down your choice to two or three caterers, look for customer reviews for each one. Their own websites will likely only show favorable reviews, so go to other sources as well. Check out the Better Business Bureau website, Yelp, and Google Maps (clicking on a business in Maps will let you see information for the business, including customer reviews), and any other sources you can find. While you should expect a small handful of negative reviews for any business, a caterer with an overwhelmingly negative reputation might be one to be avoided.

Ask About Menu Flexibility

Most caterers have a standard menu, which consists of a small variety of choices and alternatives. While this level of flexibility might be adequate, it may hamper your ambitions, especially if you're trying to stick with a theme for your event. Try looking for a caterer open to suggestions and willing to adapt their standard menu options to better suit your event. In addition to preparing a special family recipe or adding menu items specific to the theme of your event, also ask the caterer if they can prepare special dishes that meet the dietary needs of your guests. For instance, you may need kosher foods, sugar free and low carb alternatives, or vegan dishes.

Request Tastings from Each Las Vegas Caterer

Before selecting the caterer for your Las Vegas event, request a tasting from each of your choices. This is the best way to choose the best service and to ensure you'll be getting quality dishes. You should ask to taste the specific dishes that you'll be ordering for your event, so you can sample them ahead of time. While many people are reluctant to do this out of a concern for the caterer's time, it's a standard way of evaluating the caterer's expertise. Some companies will charge for this service, while others will not, so be prepared to pay a little extra for the sampling. It will be worth it in the long run.

Sources:
https://blog.planningpod.com/2015/05/20/10-insider-tips-for-choosing-the-right-caterer/
https://www.socialtables.com/blog/event-planning/hiring-an-event-caterer/

Worry Free Catering
1810 E Sahara Ave
Las Vegas, NV 89104
702-825-6850
9am-5pm M-F