Lol, thank you for all your comments guys. But in fact, my original question is how much do I need and how to price it. I know that i should not cook 100% of each dish, but I dont think that 33% would be enogh.
Then, how do i price...
For a regular 4 corse menu with filet (preplated) i would be chargeing arround $50 to $60 per person (with a 30% food cost ($18)).
I dont think that people will be going so much for the beef, I want to serve same quality product...
Maybe i did not explained myself clearlly, sorry. I usually serve (preplated) arround 180 to 200 gr of protein (6 to 8 0z.) per quest. lets say this is filet mignon in green pepper sauce.
My client wants buffet instead of preplated,...
I have one problem, when i am pricing a buffet menu the total amount goes too high to be competitive. I know I am doing something wrong.
When I serve a regular dinner i serve 180gr. per guest. My cost is ok and I can sell it. But when...
Im am currently opening a new catering company. I know that for control reasons I have first to set up a menu to set standards in my food purchasing, recipes, costs, portion size, etc...
However, I dont know what to do for one of the...