CWPR Issue 2 2014-2015 - page 96

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Catering Questions & Comparison Chart
Option #1 Option #2 Option #3
Name of Caterer _____________________________ _____________________________ _____________________________
What is the name & phone number of my contact person? _____________________________ _____________________________ _____________________________
How many weddings do you do a year? _____________________________ _____________________________ _____________________________
How long have you been in business? _____________________________ _____________________________ _____________________________
Do you do food tastings and is there an extra charge for this? _____________________________ _____________________________ _____________________________
What is the caterer's average price range? _____________________________ _____________________________ _____________________________
What is the payment policy? _____________________________ _____________________________ _____________________________
Do you accept credit cards? _____________________________ _____________________________ _____________________________
What would the total cost be? _____________________________ _____________________________ _____________________________
Are gratuities included? _____________________________ _____________________________ _____________________________
What is the cancellation policy? _____________________________ _____________________________ _____________________________
What types of packages are offered? _____________________________ _____________________________ _____________________________
Will the caterer work any other weddings at the same time as yours? _____________________________ _____________________________ _____________________________
Does the caterer handle all table settings? _____________________________ _____________________________ _____________________________
Will the caterer provide wait staff? _____________________________ _____________________________ _____________________________
Where will the food be prepared? _____________________________ _____________________________ _____________________________
What’s the difference in cost between passed appetizers and stations? _____________________________ _____________________________ _____________________________
What’s the price difference between a buffet and a sit-down meal? _____________________________ _____________________________ _____________________________
Can we speak to previous clients? _____________________________ _____________________________ _____________________________
Have you done events at my location?? _____________________________ _____________________________ _____________________________
What décor do you provide for appetizer stations or buffet tables? _____________________________ _____________________________ _____________________________
Do you offer chair covers and color options? _____________________________ _____________________________ _____________________________