How much does a corporate caterer cost?

What determines the price of a corporate caterer

• The format: a gourmet break, a cocktail dinner or a gala dinner do not involve the same level of service.
• The number of guests and the length of the event.
• The level of gastronomy: the chef's profile and the quality of the produce.
• The service: simple delivery, or a full brigade with maîtres d'hôtel, plating and clean-up.
• Drinks: wine pairings, champagne, cocktail bar.
• Options: culinary entertainment, staging, equipment and furniture.

The main items of a catering quote

A serious quote clearly separates the culinary service (food and drinks), the service (staff, plating), logistics (delivery, equipment) and options. This transparency lets you make choices: you can adjust the level of service or entertainment without sacrificing the quality of the plate.

Delivery, semi-service or full service?

There are three main approaches. Simple delivery (platters dropped off) is the cheapest but the least impressive. Semi-service adds plating and set-up. Full service (chef, brigade, floor service, food and wine pairing) offers the most accomplished experience for an event that matters. The right choice depends on what is at stake, not only on the budget.

How to optimise the budget without degrading the experience

• Plan ahead: booking early avoids last-minute surcharges.
• Match the format to the real objective of the event.
• Work with a single contact who optimises the whole rather than stacking suppliers.

A transparent quote, designed for your event

At Prémices, every quote is built to measure from your brief (format, number of guests, level of service, choice of chef) and detailed item by item. You receive a clear proposal within 24 hours, with no commitment. Discover our event catering, our turnkey formats and our pricing page.