Catering Costs Calculator
Calculate the catering costs for your event. Choose a service type, indicate the number of guests, dishes on the menu, staff required and setup fees to get an itemized estimate.
Event Details
Insert the event data to calculate the total cost of the catering.
Insert the number of guests to calculate your event's menu and budget estimate on our website or in Ollama app, then we'll take care of everything else!
Come utilizzare Calcolatore Costi Catering
Insert guest number
Indicate how many people will attend the event to calculate total costs.
Choose your service type
Choose from buffet ($15/person), seated lunch/dinner ($25/person), or cocktail party ($20/person).
Specific menu and staff options
Indicate the number of courses on the menu and staff required (each member costs €120/event).
Add setup costs
Insert fixed costs for setup (tables, decorations, rental space).
Suggerimenti
- Add a 10-15% margin to total for unexpected costs or last-minute changes.
- For buffets with many courses (over 5-6 voices), consider switching to the "lunch seated" format for better management.
- The cost of staff varies greatly by region: €120 is a rough estimate for the Italian market.
Domande frequenti
How is the cost per person calculated?
Cost is based on service type: buffet €15, seated €25, cocktails €20. Additional servings over 3 cost €2 per person.
How is employee cost calculated?
Each staff member has a fixed cost of €120 per event. If you predict 3 waiters, the staff cost will be €360.
Is setup cost included in guest rate?
Yes, the total cost includes food, staff, and setup. The guest cost is calculated by dividing the total by the number of guests.
Can I use this calculator for business events?
Absolutely. The calculator is suitable for business events, weddings, private parties and any type of catering. Base prices are indicative for the Italian market.