A site visit involves a caterer and potentially other vendor partners visiting a proposed event space and walking through all the elements required to execute a selected menu and event flow. It may involve:
- measuring the dimensions of an event space and capturing photographs of key areas
- mapping key utility outlets including water, power, cooking equipment, etc
- walking through entrances and exits to identify security bottlenecks, loading areas, parking access, stairs, elevators, etc
- testing electrical throughput for kitchen appliances
- reviewing requirements for trash, flame, hours of access, etc
- meeting key onsite contacts