I often times handle all the table, chair and linen rentals for my clients, I'm just curious what if any percentage you folks mark up the rentals if you handle them?
I prefer to do it because it keeps you in control so that nothing gets by.....however some clients have the mentality that "Hey I can do that" which sometimes works out and other times can cause disasters.....any help is always greatly appreciated!!
I use a vendor that gives me 20% off sans delivery, so I charge list and get the 20%. Delivery is $85 with a specific delivery window of $250-and $250 to pickup when you want.
Once I know the total headcount and menu, I program the rentals into the cost per plate. It gives me some "wiggle room" in billing. I prefer to say to the client, "Table, chair, and linen rentals are included in the cost of the meal. It's my expense." In reality, I don't want a client calling the rental source and asking prices. I may or may not do an add on, depending on the menu and my other costs. Yeah, I know I'm being ambiguous.:lol:
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