The time of day that first comes to mind when planning a corporate party or event is dinnertime. Although still the most popular time of day for events, breakfast and lunch are quickly becoming a trending mealtime in corporate events. The benefits of scheduling your events during these times are apparent and being taken advantage of for their efficiency and convenience.
(1) Increased Productivity
Catering a breakfast event almost guarantees that your staff will become the early birds that catch the worm. Not only does healthy breakfast meals directly correlate to a rise in productivity, but you can rest assured that your staff will certainly be in attendance for the catered morning meeting. Sipping coffee and eating a provided breakfast will help the staff start their day off on the right foot.
(2) Cost
Dinner events cost more money to for the staff and labor require. This means that increased cost trickles down to the customers. Breakfast and lunch menus are almost always less expensive in product cost and labor cost, and those savings will surely be passed back to the customer planning their event.
(3) Convenience
Since you aren’t competing for the most popular time slots, you have more availability to work with. Picking and choosing your meeting day and time never got easier.
Breakfast Ideas
When planning a breakfast event, there are many different ideas to select. The most popular today is an omelet station and complete buffet. While some events do not have the proper equipment for hot breakfast stations, a platter of bagels, smoked salmon and other fixings pairs perfectly with a platter of baked goods. As for beverages, don’t forget the flavored coffees and espressos to give your staff that extra pick-me-up they need for the remainder of the day.
Lunch Ideas
Luncheons are simple to plan, considering the many items out there that can easily nourish your entire team during their lunch hour. Subs, sandwiches, quiches, brunch items, baked goods, meat and cheese platters, and fruits and vegetables are all perfect ideas for any luncheon (even those without proper heating equipment).