lundi 2 décembre 2013

What Are The Skills Of An Above Average Food Caterer

By George Dodson


According to Andy Rooney, he doesn't like food which is carefully decorated as it makes him feel that more time has been spent on arranging the food rather than cooking. According to him, he wanted to look at something, he would prefer a painting to food.

It is a fact that though the chefs make tasty food, this prepared food has to be delivered to those who host parties or who are not in a position to come to the restaurant. That means a caterer.

But some caterers are better than others.

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.

Knowledge of food business is the crux of being a caterer. 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. Not just any cook can do this. It takes the dedication, practice, and training as a master chef.

Skills for social interaction is essential for catering. You need to deal with different customers with their unique requirements. That means you need to be able to find out what they want, how they want it, and when they want it. 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.

Since a lot of food can spoil, good logistics can save you a lot of headaches and money. This is a special skill acquired by practice and experience. Along with know-how, you also need to have special equipment and transportation.

Catering means you have to be a master planner. You will have several orders at a time and these are time sensitive. Only a master planner can cope with perfect timing. These days it means computer programs and staff to assist you. For this you may have to learn computers of employ somebody to manage delivery.

Catering means you have to think on your feet. Often the clients may require your opinion about instant changes in menus to suit the occasion. Coming up with the right answer will get you the job.

Finally, catering means being an entrepreneur. Technology moves fast. You may need to improvise with changing times. Always remember to be cost effective. 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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