FAQs
- What should the customer know about your pricing (e.g., discounts, fees)?
$25-30 per hour for home parties is our standard. Party planning and managing is more depending on the scope of the party.
- What is your typical process for working with a new customer?
I am happy to discuss the party on the phone with a client. I am willing to shop and prep at home for the reduced rate of $25 per hour and meet with the client and see the venue if it is a large event for the same rate.
- What education and/or training do you have that relates to your work?
I have worked in the food and beverage industry bartending and serving since my early 20's--my entire adult life. I was assistant catering manager at the Beverly Hills Country Club for 3 years and have learned a lot from all the great chef's I have assisted. At the catering staffing companies I have worked for many years I did a lot of captain and lead work where I did on the spot training and evaluating of staff and have guest lectured at the Art Institute of CA on Catering. In terms of formal education, I have a master's degree in theater and film, history and theory, am a trained playwright and yoga instructor which keeps me very calm under pressure. I make lists of all the great wines I serve and wonderful vendors I work with. I read Gourmet and other food and beverage magazines.