CHAPTER 7

• The most common method to identify appropriate resources are : CDDIDSNDEM

  1. Conduct a need assesment
  2. Determine the budget
  3. Develop the request for proposal document and evaluation criteria
  4. Identify appropriate firms or individual to submit proposal
  5. Distribute request for proposal
  6. Select suppliers
  7. Negotiate with suppliers
  8. Develop suppliers contracts
  9. Execute contract performance
  10. Monitor contract performance
• Example of catering idea are :

  1. Living buffet
  2. Human buffet table
  3. Old black magic
  4. Desert parade
  5. Ice-cold logo
• Selecting the best caterer include :

  1. Find out how many years the company has been operate
  2. Find out policies on clients tasting
  3. Find out where executive chef received training
  4. Find out deposit requirement and terms
  5. Ask to see reference and clients letter
  6. Ask to see picture of past events
  7. Ask to see design equioment
  8. Review printed material
  9. Review and analyze contract and cancellation agreement
  10. Ensure caterer has necessary permits like health and occupancy permits.