One Hot Dish Catering Co.

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At One Hot DIsh we focus on personal attention for our clients. Although we have some suggested menus and different types of service, everything we do is custom to fit the client's need and expectation. We offer complimentary tastings and our pricing is very competative. We believe you shouldn't have to take out a second mortgage to finance a beautiful event with delicious food and excellent service.

I enjoy the act of participating in the success of an event. I enjoy being a part of a celebration or having the honor to host a meal for a celebration of life.

Highlights

20 years in business

Serves Corona , CA

Specialties

Level of service

Standard (basic ingredients), Premium (high end ingredients)

Additional services

Dessert, Non-alcoholic drinks, Alcoholic drinks, Coffee or tea

Meal(s)

Breakfast or brunch, Lunch, Cocktail hour or hors d'oeuvres, Dinner

Kitchen onsite

Full kitchen (oven, stove, refrigerator, sink, and utensils), Partial kitchen (fridge and sink only), No kitchen

Serving style

Plated meal, Buffet, Food stations, Family style, Small bites/Passed appetizers

Event type

Wedding, Birthday or anniversary party, Dinner party, Corporate event, Bridal or baby shower, Graduation party, Outdoor event, Holiday party, School event, Fundraiser, Funeral

Venue type

Banquet hall or ballroom, Conference or convention center, Concert hall, Outdoor venue, Office, School, Home, Community center, Religious or spiritual space, Barn

Full service or drop-off

Full service, Drop off only

Guest count

20 – 29 guests, 30 – 39 guests, 40 – 49 guests, 50 – 59 guests, 60 – 69 guests, 70 – 79 guests, 80 – 89 guests, 90 – 99 guests, 100 – 124 guests, 125 – 149 guests, 150 – 200 guests

Budget per person

$35 – $50, $50 – $75 (wedding avg.), $75 – $100 (wedding avg.), $100 – $150, More than $150, Customer isn't sure about budget

Cuisine(s)

American - casual, American - formal, Italian, Barbecue, Mexican or Latin American, American - Southern, Vegan

Additional supplies needed

Disposable plates, utensils, and cups, Paper napkins, Serving and warming equipment

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Frequently asked questions

What is your typical process for working with a new customer?

Greeting my client, getting to know them, determining their need, creating a menu, explaining the process of the entire event.

What education and/or training do you have that relates to your work?

Business Degree, Culinary Training, 15 years experience in the industry.

Do you have a standard pricing system for your services? If so, please share the details here.

My clients can expect a starting range of $15 per person, however, every client's case is unique and we together create a custom menu together that works within their budget.

How did you get started in this business?

My neighbor Gail and I used to get together every weekend for the simple joy of cooking. We would work on specific menus. For example, "let's work on appetizers this weekend" Our husbands would enjoy the benefits of our creativity. Before we knew it, please were requesting us to cater their events. My partner in food became ill and wasn't able to work anymore so she cheered me on and encouraged me to move forward. I eventually quit my full time legal career and began catering full time.

What types of customers have you worked with?

I work alot with law enforcement and military. My corporate clients include Wal Mart Distribution Center, Lexus, Girl Scouts of America, BNSF Railroad, Cintas, Kaiser Permanente. My private clients include some celebrities & polititions. I have catered ongoing meal deliveries for movie shoots on location, corporate meetings, many many weddings, back yard BBQ's Memorial services and birthday celebrations.

Describe a recent event you are fond of.

A few years ago One Hot Dish Catered the Roy Rogers Legacy Trail of 375 people. Roy & Dale's daughter Mimi was the guest of honor. The Town of Apple Valley's Sheriff, Manager and Mayor were in attendance. We were met with what they called "Devil Winds". Not open flame, BBQ on site friendly. We had to make a last mnute decision for safety purposes and BBQ'd off site in a safe location but still delivered fresh, hot food-on time!! We made the newspaper that year.

One Hot Dish also catered Wal Mart Distribution Center's Christmas party for 900 employees. Quite the task!!

What advice would you give a customer looking to hire a pro in your area of expertise?

Get to know them. Ask plenty of questions about service, food presentation and convey your expectations. Check references or reviews and schedule a tasting!!

What questions should customers think through before talking to pros about their needs?

Budget

Type of Service

Location of Venue - Kitchen onsite?

Number of Guests including staff outside of the caterer.

Services offered

Catering