What kind of person makes an above average caterer

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By Sandy Rogers


Andy Rooney once said, "I don't like food that's too carefully arranged; it makes me think that the chef is spending too much time arranging and not enough time cooking. If I wanted a picture, I'd buy a painting."

The truth is chefs prepare some delicious meals and someone must deliver them to those who can't come to the restaurant to eat them or want them for parties. That's the job of the caterer.

Which are the skills required to be a good caterer?

You must start out being a quality fanatic, you must have communication skills, you need to be able to move perishable items effectively, you have to be a master planner, and you have skills as an entrepreneur.

Catering means you know the food business. You have to have the skills of a master chef so you can prepare those special items most people want at their parties or other get togethers. This job cannot be done just by any cook. It takes the dedication, practice, and training as a master chef.

Skills for social interaction is essential for catering. Different people need different levels of communication. For this, you have to be fully aware of their needs including their preferences of food and delivery. You should also be prepared to meet any challenges and problems and solve them on the spot. All the time, you have to have a smile on your face as you do it.

The effective handling and movement of perishable food items is important aspect of catering. Practice and experience is the key for acquiring this skill. Along with know-how, you also need to have special equipment and transportation.

Catering means you have to be a master planner. Handling multiple orders on time is critical. Not only is timing essential in comedy, it is required for any caterer. You may have to take the assistance of computers and staff for this. That implies computer skills or hiring someone to handle the dispatching.

Quick thinking can help you solve many problems. Its not unusual for a perspective client to ask you about candy buffet ideas on the spot for their gathering. You may then need to think and act quickly.

You need to have the quality of an entrepreneur to run catering. Technology moves fast. You may need to improvise with changing times. Take into consideration the cost factor too. You may also keep abreast with the changing needs and requirements. Master these skills and you will be able to serve people with quality food you enjoy preparing, doing it efficiently, on time with a smile on your face.




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