Privé Catering

When hiring Privé Catering, you can expect the following:

1. Exceptional Cuisine: Privé Catering offers a diverse and customizable menu, featuring high-quality ingredients and expertly crafted dishes tailored to your event's theme and preferences.

2. Personalized Service: From the initial consultation to the event day, Privé Catering provides attentive and personalized service, ensuring that every detail meets your expectations.

3. Professional Staff: The team at Privé Catering includes experienced chefs, servers, and event coordinators dedicated to delivering a seamless and enjoyable experience.

4. Attention to Detail: Whether it's an intimate gathering or a large-scale event, Privé Catering pays meticulous attention to every aspect, from presentation to flavor.

5. Event Coordination: Privé Catering offers comprehensive event planning services, including menu design, venue selection, and logistics management, making your event planning process stress-free.

6. Flexibility and Customization: They are committed to accommodating dietary restrictions, special requests, and unique themes to create a truly personalized event.

7. Elegant Presentation: Expect beautiful and creative food presentation that enhances the overall ambiance and aesthetic of your event.

8. Reliability and Professionalism: Privé Catering prides itself on punctuality, reliability, and professionalism, ensuring that your event runs smoothly and successfully.

Hello! I’m Trent Smith, the proud owner and founder of Privé Catering. As an alumni of the Culinary Institute of America and a second-generation cook from Louisiana, I’ve always been passionate about food. In a city where cooking is a way of life, I’ve witnessed the power of food to break the ice, mend relationships, and bring comfort in difficult times. At Privé Catering, my goal is to provide you with an unforgettable culinary experience, filled with love and dedication. May God bless you abundantly.

When hiring Privé Catering, it’s important to be aware of specific technical details and requirements to ensure a smooth and successful event. Here’s a comprehensive list of important information about their services:

Kitchen Space Requirements
1. On-Site Kitchen
- Size and Layout: Sufficient space to accommodate staff and equipment, with clear zones for food prep, cooking, and plating.
- Equipment: Functional stove, oven, refrigerator, and freezer. Additional equipment like microwaves, blenders, and mixers may also be needed.
- Ventilation: Proper ventilation system to manage heat, smoke, and odors.
- Sanitation: Accessible sink with hot and cold water for washing hands and equipment. Adequate waste disposal and recycling facilities.

2. Off-Site Preparation
- If kitchen space is limited or unavailable, Privé Catering can prepare food off-site and transport it to the venue. Coordination for delivery and set-up time is crucial.

Ingredients
1. Quality and Sourcing
- Fresh and Local: Priority on fresh, locally sourced ingredients to ensure the highest quality and flavor.
- Specialty Items: Availability of specialty or imported ingredients upon request, subject to lead time and availability.

2. Dietary Restrictions
- Accommodations: Ability to cater to various dietary needs including vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free, and allergy-specific requests.
- Labeling: Clear labeling of all ingredients and dishes to inform guests with dietary restrictions.

Timing and Scheduling
1. Consultation and Planning
- Initial Meeting: Typically held 4-6 weeks before the event to discuss menu options, dietary restrictions, and event logistics.
- Finalization: Menu and service details finalized at least 2 weeks prior to the event to ensure availability of ingredients and staff scheduling.

2. Event Day Schedule
- Set-Up: Arrival 2-4 hours before the event start time for kitchen set-up, equipment preparation, and initial food preparation.
- Service Duration: Staff will be available throughout the event for serving, replenishing, and attending to guests’ needs.
- Breakdown and Cleanup: Time allocated post-event for dismantling, cleaning the kitchen space, and ensuring the venue is left in its original condition.

Staffing
1. Chef and Kitchen Staff
- Number of chefs and kitchen assistants depending on the event size and complexity of the menu.

2. Service Staff
- Servers and Bartenders (if necessary): Adequate number of trained servers and bartenders to ensure efficient and professional service.
- Event Coordinator (if necessary): On-site coordinator to manage timing, staff, and any unexpected issues that may arise.

Equipment and Rentals
1. Provided by Privé Catering
- Standard kitchen equipment, serving utensils, and service ware.

2. Additional Rentals
- Coordination for renting items such as tables, chairs, linens, glassware, and additional cooking equipment if not available at the venue.

Compliance
1. Health and Safety
- Compliance with local health regulations and safety standards.