When you’re responsible for a meeting or a corporate event, one way to keep the attendees on track and focused is to arrange catering for them. It keeps everyone on-site, so there are no late starts while you wait for attendees to return from a food break, and allows you to have a working lunch or breakfast if time is short. Before booking your corporate caterer, keep in mind these tips.

Do:

Set a budget.

Whether you’re planning a working lunch in a meeting room at the office, or a full-scale event that requires venue hire, lighting, and printed materials, it’s important to set a budget. Without one, you have no way of knowing if you’re allocating your resources appropriately, or if you’re spending too much or too little.

Plan for dietary preferences and allergies.

Ask your attendees well in advance if they have any allergies or dietary preferences. Knowing whether someone needs a gluten-free or nut-free option beforehand gives you time to request a specific meal or veto any ingredients that may cause a severe reaction. It also shows due diligence and care for your colleagues or peers.

Don’t:

Make last-minute changes.

Are you thinking of changing the lasagna for a chicken pot pie? Don’t leave it to the last minute to do so. Your caterer may not be able to fully accommodate eleventh-hour changes and requests, as these meals take time to prepare. Most catering companies need at least 48 hours’ notice, so they have time to make alternative arrangements. 

Underestimate numbers.

You don’t want to run out of food and have any of your attendees go hungry, especially if you’ve asked them to work during breakfast or lunch. It makes you appear disorganized and unprofessional. Plan according to the maximum number of people who may attend. If in doubt, always over order. It’s better everyone can enjoy second helpings than not eat at all.

Corporate Caterers Atlanta is the leading executive catering company in Norcross, GA. Servicing Metro Atlanta for the last 20 years, they’re experts in what they do. Their delicious breakfast and lunch buffet options are freshly made using only the finest ingredients. Choose from dishes like pesto pasta salad or cilantro chicken. If you do want sandwiches, you can take your pick from a range of gourmet fillings. Visit their website to see the menus and place your order, or call (770) 649-4721 if you have any special requests.