Simply Stephanie Catering

Simply Stephanie Catering

5.0Exceptional(6 reviews)

About

I am the owner, but this is a family operation. Our service stands out because everything we prepare is prepared with love. Catering is not just a job or a means to earn a living. It is our passion. I am a certified food service manager. My business was birthed from doing outreach. My family and I have been cooking and serving the elderly and less fortunate homemade food during the holidays for over ten years. I took a leap of faith and walked away from corporate America two years ago and have been amazed at the doors that have opened. I am currently a student at Auguste Escofier School of Culinary Arts. It is my desire to enhance my God given talent with professional training and become a household name for catering.

I enjoy anticipating how my clients will enjoy what has been prepared for them. I often wonder if they will experience a fond memory or if they will really feel the love that has been put into the preparation of the meal.


Highlights

5 employees
7 years in business
Serves Dallas , TX

Details

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

Fewer than 20 guests, 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

Under $15 (typically basic food for casual events), $15 – $25 (typically basic food for casual events), $25 – $35 (typically basic food for casual events), $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, Mexican or Latin American, American - Southern, Mediterranean or Middle Eastern, Vegan, Indian

Additional supplies needed

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

Photos and videos


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    Dr. B.

    Stephanies food is delicious and she is so wonderful to work with! She has catered several events for the Community Affairs Department of the State Fair of Texas. She is personable and crafts a meal that fits your needs and budget.
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    November 03, 2020

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    Edward J.

    Her invoicing and professionalism was great. The food is always delicious and I never have to worry about setup because she handles everything . Ive used Simply Stephanie Catering multiple times.
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    November 02, 2020

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    Nikisha H.

    The food was absolutely delicious and Stephanie knows how to create a beautiful match of food to whatever theme you are creating for your event.
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    October 30, 2020

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    Tracy C.

    Friendly and professional
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    October 30, 2020

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    Rhonda D.

    Her professionalism, the food was delicious and she cleaned up when WE finished.
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    October 30, 2020

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    Berrie R.

    The service is always profession and delicious! Stephanie makes you feel like your apart of her family with her food every time you eat anything she cooks. You can tell she’s cooking with love.
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    October 30, 2020

    Frequently asked questions

    New customers are directed to my website where they are able to view menu selections or decide on a special request. Once they have an idea of what they would like, they can request information by creating an email through the get "[email protected]" link or they can fill out the "contact me" information from the home page of the website.  Once request has been received, client will receive an estimate and given an option to accept or decline. Phone contact is acceptible after email request has been completed and phone number is available on website.

    I have worked in the food service industry for twenty years plus. I have been catering for six years, full-time the last two years. I am also currently attending culinary arts school in order to enhance my skills.

    Standard pricing is based on market price for selected menu, time, labor and type of service requested.  This is calculated and billed to client using a per person rate. Client is also billed roundtrip mileage for all deliveries and/or events  twenty miles or further.

    My business was birthed through outreach.  My husband and I established a relationship with two senior living facilities about twelve years ago and we had been providing homemade Thanksgiving meals on Thanksgiving day to the elderly for about six years when we were approached by a community center to partner with them to do a Community Thanksgiving Dinner.  We served over 1300 that year. After the dinner, I was approached to cater the center's annual fund rainsing event, I said yes and the rest is history. I currently manage the commercial kitchen for that center, I am one of the coordinators for the weekly food pantry and manage the Friday family meal service program. Since outreach is what ignited  my business, I have vowed to cease every opportunity to give back.

    I have worked with DISD, The State Fair of Texas, United Way, Head Start of Greater Dallas and since the Pandemic I have been the humble recipient of a new service offering which allows me to serve my clients on a more intimate level.  I currently offer the Simply Stephanie Intimate Dining Experience, which includes in home food preparation, table setting, full dining five course service and complete breakdown and clean up.

    I recently catered a first year anniversary couple for a young couple who is expecting their first child. It was a wonderful experience. The couple was so excited about the food that the husband came into the kitchen during each course to compliment the food. I left there feeling like I was ready for Iron Chef.

    I would advise the customer to be comfortable requesting whatever their heart desires.  True caterers don't mind catering to you.

    Customers should make sure they know exactly what they want down to the smallest detail for example:

    Providers arrival time

    Is there a minimum time for service

    Will provider set up, serve and breakdown

    What is included in base rate

    Will plates, cups, napkins and cutlery be included (paper)

    Is non-alcoholic drink included

    Is there anything that could possibly require an additional charge

    What is the rate for tray service

    What is the rate if servers are required

    What is the rate if dishes are prefered over paper goods


    Services offered

    Catering