Richard Wilner (General Manager: Managing Partner, AFFAIRS to REMEMBER Caterers, Inc.)
Location: Ignite Stage 2
Date: Thursday, February 27
Time: 10:30 am - 11:00 am
Pass Type: All Access, CS Conference Pass, CS Premium Pass, Combined CS/TSE Conference Pass, Exhibit Hall Only, TSE Conference Pass, TSE Premium Pass
Track: CS-Culinary Arts, CS-Off-Premise Catering
Associations and Accreditations: CSEP-approved
Vault Recording: TBD
Audience Level: All
A decade ago, special dietary requests made up less than 2% of culinary preparations. In today's marketplace special meal requirements, from gluten free, top eight allergen-friendly, vegetarian, kosher and sustainable, have soared to more than 15% and the ability to accommodate them impacts a catering company or restaurant's bottom line! The ability and willingness to meet these needs play a role in a client's decision-making process to utilize your services. Embracing this facet of hospitality is something to promote, not shy away from, and requires training, knowing your resources, as well as marketing opportunities. Learn from the Managing Partner of one of the largest privately held catering companies in the Southeast, with more than 30 years' experience, and who also happens to be vegan.