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WEDDING PLANNER
102 | SPRING 2018
CHICAGO WEDDING & PARTY RESOURCE
CHICAGOWEDDINGRESOURCE.COMCatering Questions &
Comparison Chart
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Option #3
Name of Caterer
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What is the name & phone number
of my contact person?
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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?
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What is the caterer's average price range? ___________________________ ___________________________ ___________________________
What is the payment policy?
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Do you accept credit cards?
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What would the total cost be?
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Are gratuities included?
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What is the cancellation policy?
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What types of packages are offered?
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Will the caterer work any other weddings
at the same time as yours?
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Does the caterer handle all table settings? ___________________________ ___________________________ ___________________________
Will the caterer provide wait staff?
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Where will the food be prepared?
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What’s the difference in cost between
passed appetizers and stations?
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What’s the price difference between
a buffet and a sit-down meal?
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Can we speak to previous clients?
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Have you done events at my location? ___________________________ ___________________________ ___________________________
What décor do you provide for
appetizer stations or buffet tables?
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Do you offer chair covers
and color options?
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