- Can you test taste proposed menu items?
- Does the price include tax? Tip? If not what is the additional percentage?
- What dishes/utensils will be used for the reception, plastic or china?
- Additional cost for either? Does bid include cake plates?
- Are linens provided and included in the price?
- How many staff/servers are needed for the wedding? How will they be
attired? - How often will the buffet be refurbished?
- Will the caterer’s staff cut and serve the cake? Is there an additional fee?
- What are the deposit and payment arrangements?
- What are the cancellation/postponement policies?
- What beverage arrangements have been made? Will liquor be served?
- Does caterer have proper licensing? Will caterer serve? Cash or open bar?
- Is the caterer familiar with the facility?
- Will caterer need access to a kitchen and how early?
- Who is responsible for table decorations including the buffet table if one is used?
- Can box meals or a separate meal be provided for the other wedding professionals? (Photographer, DJ, security, etc.)
- What is the additional cost?
- Can the caterer prepare a going-away package with samples from the menu?
- When is final head count is due?
Get all answers to questions in writing or in contract.
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