Professional caterers recommend newcomers to set and reach a target of at least 50 guests for a party, and 10 parties a month. To be able to manage the paper work and food preparation, a caterer needs about space which can be divided into:
(1) office for two desks, telephone, computer and fax machine to communicate with clients, and cabinet for filing
(2) kitchen for chefs and staff to work on food, and for food and ingredient storage.
(3) open space for making decorative items and flower arrangement. which should be separate from cooking area.
(4) cleaning area for post-party work.
(5) equipment and kitchenware storage.