We’re in the midst of wedding season, and every hour is precious to review every single detail, leaving nothing to chance. You might say, isn’t everything already ready? This is one of the parts entrusted to our Rosy. “From a certain point of view, yes, the project is complete, the suppliers selected, the timeline agreed upon with all the event’s stakeholders. But the work of our catering team, Albatros Ristorazione, extends beyond what is visible.”
1) Up until about a week before the event, the number of guests is never definitive, especially for foreigners who have visas and travel included in the package. The exact number of guests is crucial to the success of the banquet. Many foreign couples are met in person only shortly before the party: summarizing the entire project in person requires considerable effort.
2) Many guests communicate any food intolerances, etc., at the last minute: for years, we have offered alternative services for individual dietary requirements, which must be communicated promptly to the kitchen supply office and the chefs themselves. The many communication steps are crucial and delicate. In these stressful times, every kitchen detail must be promptly communicated. On-site, express cooking: this is our must.
3) The company manages dozens of professionals: the bureaucratic part is handled by our administrative office with our approval. Professional staff is one of our strengths; over the years, we have trained dozens of professionals, and many have come to us to train new arrivals. Each event has a specific team that must be coordinated by our service manager, who is appointed for each occasion. The balance between waiters and number of guests for rapid and attentive service is a factor we have always focused on at Albatros.
4) Creating a detailed schedule to share with staff and suppliers: since many items are shared, coordination is intense and communication is intense. Obviously, not everyone responds in real time: this is why we work 24/7 during crucial months.
5) Organizing a major event obviously requires managing unexpected events: adverse weather conditions, energy needs, and various delays. We’ve been trying to control this aspect for years with a pre-event analysis. Our highly specialized staff has hundreds of parties under their belt and knows how to handle almost any challenge, maintaining calm and serenity, which are essential for the success of the party. So, as you can see, the backstage area of a major party is packed. At Albatros, we can count on an excellent director, Rosy, capable of handling every aspect of the organization with her usual smile and the confidence that comes from over 35 years of experience.