Do I need to hire a server for my party?

When planning an event, whether it is a large-scale wedding, to a DIY baby shower for your closest friends, the one thought doesn’t occur until it’s too late….

Who is managing the food & drinks, and cleaning up? 

We have lost count of how many times we hear “my family and friends will help” or “we don’t need any extra hands to assist”.

 Trust and believe… YES, YOU DO!

Let’s say it’s your wedding day, you’re in the middle of eating your meal when you are alerted that…you need more chicken to be set out for the guests!  Who is swapping out pans of chicken out to ensure your guests needs are fulfilled….You? In your gorgeous wedding gown or tuxedo, food service should not be part of long list of things you accomplish on this important day.

In another scenario, your proud student just graduated high school and you throw a backyard party.  Everyone has gone home, and you look around to see crushed pop cans, half eaten pizza on plates and trash cans overflowing.  You’re exhausted but have 2 hours of cleaning ahead of you. 

These scenarios are a reality for many people.  Service is not only a detail that is often overlooked, it is always estimated that it only takes 1 or 2 people to do a job that requires 3 or 4 to have everything unfold just as you imagine.

All of this might be new to you but we do this EVERYDAY!

Our trained, professional, engaging servers are here to save the day.  Private in-home holiday parties, weddings at a beautiful outdoor venue, or a baby shower, we know what to do to set-up, serve, tear-down and clean-up so you don’t have to. 

You don’t want a do-over for your important event! Our experience allows us to anticipate issues before they arise - what is that worth!

Whether the event is a once in a lifetime special day or a yearly re-occurring one, you deserve to sit back, relax, and ENJOY the day with your closest friends and family.  Let us manage every detail so you don’t have to.

We would love to hear from you and work together on  your next event!

How do I serve my reception meal when the caterer drops the food and leaves?

Sit-downs, Buffets, Food Trucks..OH MY! 

You’ve done the tastings.

You’ve picked the menu.

What else could there possibly be to worry about?!

Whether you are planning to serve your guests lobster tail on the finest china, a hometown BBQ buffet on disposables or tacos out of a food truck, there must be structure when communicating with a caterer.

While some caterers prefer to stay on-site during events, a fair share do what is called a drop & go.

Well, what’s a drop & go?

Drop & go implies that the caterer will simply deliver the food and leave the premises. 

Now what?! Am I responsible for all this food?!  It’s my special day, I don’t want to be tied down to food execution!

Lucky for you, this is where we step in! We pride ourselves on working hand in hand with caterers to receive the food that is going to be served at your venue of choice.  Our dedicated and experienced team will know just what to do to properly execute your vision.

Swordfish plated and sprinkled with garnishes on great-grandma’s china? DONE.

Meatballs tossed in sauce on a buffet line? YOU GOT IT!

Roaming a backyard celebration to dispose of trash from the wings and things food truck? NO WORRIES!

We do all the logistical heavy lifting, so you don’t have to lift anything (other than a fork and spoon!)

Let our team of experts amaze you with our attention to detail and skill.  Reach out to us and let us know how we can help!

By Courtney Cassa

Hiring wedding bartenders - Bartending is more than just pouring a drink

Weddings are unrivaled when we talk about meaningful events. The celebration brings an opportunity to throw a spectacular party in honor of this rare event. Whether the new couple is serving alcoholic drinks or not, the skill of a professional bartender can make ensure that the wedding party feels nurtured as the big day unfolds.

Considering details like insurance and alcohol safety trained bartenders is not as glamorous as choosing a signature cocktail or stunning glassware - we get it! We include these essential safety features into our staffing costs. Integrating these standards into our total package ensures that our clients can focus on what matters in the moment without having to worry about might matter later.

Ok, the uninspiring but critical components of bartending are organized, so we move onto the fun part! What skills does a great wedding bartender have? We all love the bartender who sets up a bar that looks inviting and appealing. We also value the bartender who remembers just how you like to have our favorite beverage served. Most of all, we treasure bartenders who greet you with a welcoming demeanor and with courtesy, especially after so many of us endured abysmal service after the shut-down lifted.

A wedding is not just another party so you should consider that you also need a professionals who does more than just pour drinks. Our team of professionals are the perfect people to provide you with the exceptional service that you dream of for your special day!

Why staffing an event is more than just hiring extra set of helpful hands

Planning a reception is a thrilling time. Past wedding memories mesh with inspirational moments in your feed and you start to envision an unforgettable celebration. Picking your colors and style of decor is so much fun but by the time you are organizing help with the staffing, the glamour starts to fade. A person to watch a tub of beer on ice and maybe someone to help clean up seems like a reasonable amount of help, right?!

Almost always, the solution to wedding staffing is not so simple. Remember going out to a restaurant right after the 2020 shut down lifted? Understaffed and overstressed food service experiences left us yearning for a time when we felt valued and nurtured, and this is your big day!

When handcrafting proposals for our clients, we weigh a variety of factors in deciding how to staff a wedding. Understaffing and event can be just as detrimental to a budget as overstaffing. Paying for staffing support should always leave you feeling like you were treated like a VIP.

Our commitment to our clients is to provide each event with a team of professionals that help to create a wonderful experience. The time we take to gather information from each client helps us to craft bespoke reception proposals. This translates into a well-staffed celebration where details are managed, and your wedding is an uplifting and memorable gala event.

There are weddings that just need an extra set of hands, we understand that, but for 32 years, we have built our reputation on providing a level of service that goes beyond the bare minimum. If that is the wedding that you have been dreaming of, we’d love to work with you!