Why do we need many servers for a buffet reception?

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Listed below, are our service staff duties to help create a flawless reception!

SERVICE STAFF DUTIES PRIOR TO THE RECEPTION:

Make sure food is maintained at safe temperature levels
Setup tables and chairs, place tablecloths, silverware, fold and place napkins
Setup appetizer, buffet, cake tables, bar, guest welcome (sign-in) tables
Prepare chaffing dishes, add water and fuel
Beverage storage/cooling
Arrange glasses, drinks, ice buckets, and accessories for bar
Setup coffee and dessert station (May be done during reception if setting up in cocktail area)

SERVICE STAFF DUTIES DURING THE RECEPTION:

Assist with stationary hors d'oeuvres
Pass hors d'oeuvres
Assist with beverages
Replenish tables
Pickup dirty plates and glasses
Confirm food service timing with Event Planner or designated person
Make sure there's plenty of ice and clean glasses at the bar
Check food temperature on buffet tables
Make sure there are serving utensils for all dishes
Pour champagne for toasts
Assist with serving food
Answer questions regarding food type and ingredients
Replenish buffet
Cleanup prep/kitchen area
Start washing dishes
Make sure dessert plates, spoons and cake knives are on the cake table
Slice and serve cake to guests
Assist guests at the coffee/dessert table
Clear up buffet tables
Turn off fuel and carefully discard hot water from chaffers.
Pack leftovers for client
Clear up guest tables
Wash and place dishes and glasses in racks for rental pick-up
Continue clearing all tables

SERVICE STAFF DUTIES AFTER THE RECEPTION:

Cleanup time…
Remove decorations, floral arrangements, candles, photos, drapery, heirlooms, etc.
Remove gifts/souvenirs
Remove all food, drinks, dishes, glasses, etc. from tables
Discard ice from bar
Pack unopened beverages and return to designated person
Wash dishes, utensils, and glasses and pack in racks
Load van/truck
Stack rentals in designated area
Discard debris from soiled linen and place in bags
Write down amount of broken/missing/damaged items
Clean up kitchen/prep area and return to original condition
Empty trash
Walk through with facility attendant to make sure the venue is cleaned to their satisfaction.

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In 2002, Gilbert and Marie-Laurence Pierre decided to open Bistro Creole Restaurant & Catering, in Lawrenceville, Georgia. Bistro Creole focused on Haitian and other Caribbean food, culture, and events. A few years later, they realized that a choice had to be made between family life and the restaurant. Needless to say, they chose family. In 2006, they closed the restaurant, expanded the catering & events side of the business, and A Culinary Affair was born.

A Culinary Affair (ACA) specializes in creating memorable events through culinary excellence, impeccable service, and artistic decor. We deliver one-of-a-kind events that create story-book memeories. We research, design, coordinate, and evaluate all elements contributing to a "five-star" celebration.

WHY CHOOSE A CULINARY AFFAIR TO HELP CREATE YOUR NEXT EVENT?

QUALITY... Culinary excellence
ACA Catering does not rely on frozen, mass-produced foods to create your menu. We know that the foundation of a delectable menu is fresh ingredients. Despite the rise in costs, we choose not to lower the quality of our products to save money. Our philosophy is to compete on quality rather than price. But don't just take our word for it - read our customer reviews, then hire us and taste for yourself.

SERVICE... Simply impeccable
Your wishes are our commands. Regardless of the size and budget of our events, our customers are treated with respect. Our professional and experienced service staff always strives to achieve "PERFECTION".

CREATIVITY... Artistic decor
We provide truly authentic and exotic menu selections, with creative presentations, sealed with personalized and impeccable service. The ACA Catering team believes that just like no two persons are alike, no two events should be identical either. Every event is customized to the individual client, taking your needs, dreams, and budget into consideration. Our work is a labor of love.

Web: www.ACAcatering.com
Phone: 770-402-3333
email: imagine@ACAcatering.com

Quality... Service... Creativity!

Why do we need many servers for a buffet reception?