Supporting Boulder & Our Profession

Giving back to the community is a well-established practice in the catering industry. Most seasoned professionals see it as an opportunity to build better communities, become mentors and foster new business relationships between professionals. In past years we have participated in donations and philanthropic projects for the Boulder Humane Society, Naropa University, Colorado University, United Western Bank & the JCC. We support these organizations with product, money, time donations in hopes to give back to our community. Good public relations have given our company an extra bust and have helped spread the word about Savory Cuisines.

Hiring Catering Chefs - Our Selection Process

Hiring our catering chefs

The easiest and most effective way to screen potential culinary candidates is to establish tasting interview or audit. Tasting interviews help identify potential chefs' performance levels, strengths and weaknesses before they make it on to payroll.

We judged our chefs according to the following criteria:

• Flavor and taste profile
• Appropriate use of the ingredients
• Knife skills
• Proper cooking techniques and methods
• Creativity
• Presentation
• Timing of service

These factors help shed light on a potential employee’s organization skills, adaptability, flexibility, sanitation, and food safety standards. They can also be an indication of how one plans, executes, teaches, trains, and delegates when working with other staff members.

Although it is not always easy, it is critical to find the right chef for your catering company. A chef can make or break your business and should be treated like a well researched investment.

Savory Cuisines Leads Boulder in Green Catering

Savory Cuisines is one of the leading companies, here in Boulder, who is working to make the catering industry more sustainable and eco-friendly. We’ve been coordinating ZERO WASTE events with Eco-Cycle and Green Girl Recycling for the last year and have been tremendously successful.

More and more clients, especially those who cater several times a day, are requesting compostable and biodegradable products. Using real plates and silverware is the most sustainable way to serve your guests, but if paper and plastic is needed, use compostable and biodegradable products.

Proud to be an eco-caterer in Boulder

Catering clients are inquiring into our at-home business recycling procedures and seem to be making decisions based on these factors. Those who are interested are more than willing to pay the few extra dollars it takes to ensure they minimize their impact on the world.

We feel this new wave of catering is the future of our industry and are very excited to be on the forefront of the movement. If you are interested in learning more about environmentally conscious event planning please contact us at 303-543-7767.

Fast Food Catering vs. Full Service Catering:

It is very important to choose the appropriate catering company for you and your event. Being realistic about the quality of services provided is your best tool when trying to decide between a full service catering company and a fast food or restaurant catering service.

Full service catering companies’ employee trained professionals who are capable of making any catered event a culinary experience. They provide scratch made food, fresh ingredients, expert equipment, specialized menus and a start to finish service while hitting the same price points as fast food catering services.

In the fast food and restaurant catering world, you get what you pay for. Often times their food presentation lacks the professional appearance many clients expect. Additionally the menus offered are limited and generic. Personal style and taste are often compromised for price.

2008 Catering Company Food Trends:

There are several major trends present in today’s wonderful world of catering. Some of the most popular requests are for international foods, comfort foods, and fresh locally grown foods. There has also been an increase in the requests for lighter healthier foods with smaller portion sizes. Additionally people are seeking more exotic entrees and vegetables. Most of these trends have developed because clients are more aware of food than ever before and are expecting restaurant quality. Catering companies who take advantage of and perfect these trends, have been very successful in satisfying their clients’ needs.