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How can you ensure that a banquet event runs smoothly?

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Banquet events are a great way to showcase your food and beverage operations skills and impress your clients and guests. However, they also require careful planning, coordination, and execution to ensure that everything runs smoothly and meets the expectations of the event organizers and attendees. In this article, you will learn some tips and best practices on how to manage a successful banquet event, from the pre-event stage to the post-event evaluation.

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ABDELOUAHED HASSANI

Chef des cuisines chez Kerzner International

1 Pre-event planning

The first step to ensure a smooth banquet event is to have a clear and detailed pre-event plan that covers all the aspects of the event, such as the date, time, location, theme, menu, budget, equipment, staff, and contingency plans. You should communicate with the client regularly and confirm their needs and preferences, as well as any changes or special requests. You should also inspect the venue and make sure that it has enough space, capacity, and facilities to accommodate the event. Additionally, you should prepare a timeline and checklist for the event and assign roles and responsibilities to your staff.

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ABDELOUAHED HASSANI

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dans un h?tel ou Resort , le plus important est la fameuse BEO , après la signature du contrat et la confirmation de la date de l'événement avec tous les détailles selon l'occasion ( anniversaire , mariage , séminaires ,conférences ….) une réunion qui s'appel Beo-meeting est très important ,avec la présence de tous les départements ( F&B service , F&B culinaire , finance , hébergement , hous keeping , engineering , sécurités , sport & loisir, selles , achat ) afin d'assurer les point clés pour la réussite d'un évènement banquet : - L’élaboration d’un budget. - la confirmation du choix de lieu. - La sélection du menu - La décoration du banquet - La gestion de la logistique - Les animations et divertissements

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Banquet event orders must be 100% completed. These should contain every single detail about the event. This document needs to be reviewed and after that distributed to all levels of the staff, from managers to base level staff members as well. Additionally to a BEO, a script or agenda should be created where we have the timing, tasks and responsibilities. This needs to be shared with the team as well to have a clear vision. This helps to have seemless operation, and easier to supervise as well. Pre event planning is a must. Preparation is the key for a flawless banquet.

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2 Menu design and production

The menu is one of the most important elements of a banquet event, as it reflects the theme, style, and quality of the event. You should design a menu that suits the client's goals and expectations, as well as the guests' preferences and dietary requirements. You should also consider the seasonality, availability, and cost of the ingredients, and the presentation and portion size of the dishes. Moreover, you should ensure that you have enough food and beverage supplies and equipment to produce and serve the menu, and that you follow the food safety and hygiene standards.

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3 Staff training and supervision

Another key factor for a successful banquet event is having a well-trained and supervised staff that can deliver excellent service and handle any issues or challenges that may arise during the event. You should provide your staff with adequate training and orientation on the event details, such as the menu, service style, protocol, dress code, and etiquette. You should also monitor and evaluate their performance and give them feedback and guidance. Furthermore, you should motivate and reward your staff for their hard work and dedication, and create a positive and collaborative work environment.

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Meiner Erfahrung nach, ist eine regelm??ige Serviceschulung der Mitarbeiter und ein Briefing vor der Veranstaltung wichtig. Offene Fragen k?nnen so vorweg gekl?rt werden und alle Mitarbeiter fühlen sich sicher.

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4 Event setup and execution

The event setup and execution stage is where you put your pre-event plan into action and ensure that everything goes according to plan. You should arrive at the venue early and check that all the equipment, furniture, decorations, and signage are in place and working properly. You should also greet and welcome the client and the guests, and coordinate with the other vendors and suppliers. Additionally, you should oversee the food and beverage production and service, and ensure that the quality, quantity, temperature, and timing of the dishes are consistent and satisfactory. Moreover, you should handle any complaints or problems that may occur during the event, and resolve them quickly and professionally.

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The action follows the action-plan. All the imagination comes alive. This is the time you need to show it. You must have a clear understanding how the setup needs to be done. This is the time to maybe customize and make the event and experience for the guests more personalized as well to create that luxury feeling. Create a real connection with the organizer, client and guests as well, this plays a huge role how succesfull is the event going to be. Building up a good relationship with the organizer will make the whole process smoother. They will become more flexible, and easier to handle any situation.

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5 Event breakdown and cleanup

The event breakdown and cleanup stage is where you wrap up the event and restore the venue to its original condition. You should collect and dispose of any waste or leftovers, and sanitize and store all the equipment, utensils, and linens. You should also dismantle and remove any furniture, decorations, or signage that belong to you or the client. Furthermore, you should inspect the venue and report any damages or losses to the client or the venue manager. Additionally, you should thank and bid farewell to the client and the guests, and collect any feedback or testimonials from them.

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This can be a critical point during an event. The staff can let it loose at this time, but the afterwork is just as important as the execution of the event. The event is only finished when all the venues are cleaned up, all the furniture, items and so on, are back to their original places. At this time it is very important to keep up the good environment and positive energy for the staff. You are all in the same boat.

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6 Post-event evaluation and follow-up

The post-event evaluation and follow-up stage is where you review and analyze the event outcomes and performance, and identify any areas of improvement or opportunities for future events. You should gather and evaluate all the data and feedback from the event, such as the attendance, sales, costs, profits, satisfaction, and complaints. You should also compare the actual results with the planned objectives and goals, and measure the success and impact of the event. Moreover, you should follow up with the client and thank them for their business and trust, and ask them for any referrals or recommendations. Additionally, you should recognize and appreciate your staff and the other vendors and suppliers for their contribution and cooperation.

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7 Here’s what else to consider

This is a space to share examples, stories, or insights that don’t fit into any of the previous sections. What else would you like to add?

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7 Here’s what else to consider

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