25 Questions to Ask Your Potential Caterer The food is one thing your guests will remember about your wedding. Find out ahead of time if you and your potential caterer are a good match! _____ #1. What is your average price point per plate? _____ #2. What is your deposit amount requirement? _____ #3. Do you offer package pricing for multiple wedding functions? (bridal shower, rehearsal dinner, etc.) _____ #4. How many days before the wedding do you need the final headcount? _____ #5. What do you provide? Linen? Flatware? China? Glassware? _____ #6. How much setup do you get involved in? Linen? Table settings? Centerpieces? Candle lighting? _____ #7. Do you specialize in buffets or sit down meals? _____ #8. Do you cater more than one function in a day? At the same time? _____ #9. How many years have you been catering weddings? _____ #10. Do you have a contact person for future questions and correspondence? _____ #11. How large is your staff? _____ #12. What does your serving / bussing staff wear for a uniform at a wedding? _____ #13. What is the largest party you've ever catered? _____ #14. Do you prepare fresh (or frozen) foods? _____ #15. Do you prepare your food in an on premises kitchen if available? _____ #16. How do you keep your food warm? _____ #17. Do you offer tastings so we may try your food? _____ #18. Do you have a specialty dish? _____ #19. Would you try making a dish if we presented you with a recipe? _____ #20. Do you customize menus? _____ #21. Do you cater to people with allergies? Gluten free? _____ #22. Do you carry a liquor license? Offer bar services? _____ #23. Do you charge a cake cutting fee? If so, how much? _____ #24. What do you do with the leftover food? _____ #25. Do you have references / testimonials?
