Regular customer, special request...

Jeff Hughes · 06-10-2009, 08:44 AM

I have a customer that I do at least 6 jobs(200 ppl plus) a year for. They have asked me to come to their main office and do a steak lunch for about 15 of their best customers.

This is more of a personal chef gig, and I have never done something this small. What would be a fair price?

I'm looking at this as a bit of a favor for a very good client.

C Rocke · 06-10-2009, 08:54 AM

As much as it may be a favor, your customer would spend good money to take these same customers out to lunch at a restaurant. Also your chance to be in front of potential "new" customers.

Come up with a menu and price accordingly based on your costs. I would suggest something a little upscale - Possibly plated and served (You'll need a couple of extra hands). Steak is just a little tricky do to because of preferences - Med rare, etc.

Would also talk with your customer to understand what/how they are trying to impress their guests - Is it a "thank you" lunch, is it a sales lunch, or a VIP event? Sell the value you bring to them by understanding their business and what they're trying to accomplish at this event with their customers. That's a bigger favor than a lesser price (to me).

Jacked UP BBQ · 06-10-2009, 09:16 AM

If I was going to do this I would do whole tenderloins and slice them. This was you can get a few done temps out of the entire loin. This works out great. I would also give the option of two different traditional sauces, bearnaise and bordelaise. Serve it will a nice side of infused flavored potatoes (not garlic) and some nice fresh grilled vegetables. It is very hard to price this out for such a small party. I would set in your minimum take for the day plus your food cost. There is not much prep involved with my menu.

Jeff Hughes · 06-10-2009, 09:18 AM

They are willing to pay for sure. They know they are asking me to do something where I will not make as much as a normal gig.

This is not something I have to sell, It's mine if I want it.

When I say "favor", I mean I am going to do something well below my standard minimum. I still want to make a fair buck, but I want them to see this a "thank you" to them for the business they give me.

I think I can cook, plate and serve myself, it will be a modified buffet. Steaks fresh of of the grill, with sides in chafers on a table between me and the grill.

I am thinking of 250.00 plus costs(food, fuel, etc...). This is not a price I would consider except for the circumstance.

Jeff Hughes · 06-10-2009, 09:19 AM

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Originally Posted by OC PIG ASSASSINS

If I was going to do this I would do whole tenderloins and slice them. This was you can get a few done temps out of the entire loin. This works out great. I would also give the option of two different traditional sauces, bearnaise and bordelaise. Serve it will a nice side of infused flavored potatoes (not garlic) and some nice fresh grilled vegetables. It is very hard to price this out for such a small party. I would set in your minimum take for the day plus your food cost. There is not much prep involved with my menu.

My thoughts exactly...

Jacked UP BBQ · 06-10-2009, 09:20 AM

I think you are making a great pr decision.

C Rocke · 06-10-2009, 09:20 AM

Just had my sales hat on this morning...

Jeff Hughes · 06-10-2009, 10:04 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by C Rocke

Just had my sales hat on this morning...

No problem man, thanks for the help, I could have made the situation clearer...

cjcullom · 06-14-2009, 06:01 PM

Even for a specialized event I would find out what the budget is. You can never go wrong being concerned for the customers pocketbook. They may be thinking "dry aged" meat or real Kobe and you would not want to disappoint. I like the idea above doing a whole filet(or other) so you can please all on the temps. I do an oven filet slathered with whole grain mustard, cracked pepper, sea salt and fresh thyme emulsified with evoo that is killer...served with chived creme fraiche.

txschutte · 06-14-2009, 07:04 PM

Because they are thinking "steak", why not prime rib? One loin could feed all of your guests, and cooked properly, you could cook to have a variety of doneness throughout the rib roast. Served with grilled asparagus and a few upscale sides andappetizers. I'd bet Big Brother smoke could help you out right now, as he tends to cater "upscale" menus.

big brother smoke · 06-14-2009, 08:00 PM

Tex is right on the prime rib. This gig has bacon wrapped Asparugus, garlic mashed potatoes all over it. Could Also do roasted red potatoes brushed olive oil s & p and fresh rosemary.

Jacked UP BBQ · 06-14-2009, 09:20 PM

I would stay away from Garlic for lunch, a lot of people won't eat it because of the breath deal, just my opinion and past experience with clients.

blues_n_cues · 06-15-2009, 04:19 PM

roasted basil or rosemary potatoes. or even a plain old baked potato- familarity is always good.

sour cream &bacon scalloped or au graten taters on the pit.

Learnin Querve · 06-15-2009, 05:34 PM

Don't forget some sort of light dessert.

Chris

txschutte · 06-15-2009, 06:26 PM

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Originally Posted by Learnin Querve

Don't forget some sort of light dessert.

Chris

Tiramisu is a huge hit with any crowd. Getting the ingredients could be tricky, though.

06-10-2009, 08:44 AM	#1
Jeff Hughes is one Smokin' Farker Join Date: 02-03-06 Location: tulsa oklahoma Downloads: 0 Uploads: 0	Regular customer, special request... I have a customer that I do at least 6 jobs(200 ppl plus) a year for. They have asked me to come to their main office and do a steak lunch for about 15 of their best customers. This is more of a personal chef gig, and I have never done something this small. What would be a fair price? I'm looking at this as a bit of a favor for a very good client. __________________ Klose 72" Mobile Medium BGE HastyBake Legacy 22" Weber Kettle(10 bucks@garage sale)

06-10-2009, 08:54 AM	#2
C Rocke is One Chatty Farker Join Date: 01-29-07 Location: Garden Grove, CA Downloads: 0 Uploads: 0	As much as it may be a favor, your customer would spend good money to take these same customers out to lunch at a restaurant. Also your chance to be in front of potential "new" customers. Come up with a menu and price accordingly based on your costs. I would suggest something a little upscale - Possibly plated and served (You'll need a couple of extra hands). Steak is just a little tricky do to because of preferences - Med rare, etc. Would also talk with your customer to understand what/how they are trying to impress their guests - Is it a "thank you" lunch, is it a sales lunch, or a VIP event? Sell the value you bring to them by understanding their business and what they're trying to accomplish at this event with their customers. That's a bigger favor than a lesser price (to me). __________________ *Rancho A Go Go BBQ Truck* *Rancho To Go BBQ Takeout* Cookshack 250 Smoke Chef 200 Twitter - @ranchoagogo @ranchotogobbq www.ranchoagogo.com www.ranchotogobbq.com

06-10-2009, 09:16 AM	#3
Jacked UP BBQ Babbling Farker Join Date: 06-09-08 Location: Forker River, NJ Downloads: 0 Uploads: 0	If I was going to do this I would do whole tenderloins and slice them. This was you can get a few done temps out of the entire loin. This works out great. I would also give the option of two different traditional sauces, bearnaise and bordelaise. Serve it will a nice side of infused flavored potatoes (not garlic) and some nice fresh grilled vegetables. It is very hard to price this out for such a small party. I would set in your minimum take for the day plus your food cost. There is not much prep involved with my menu. __________________ Jacked UP BBQ vending Ocean County Pig Assassins competition team retired and is now known as Jacked UP BBQ Fec 750 Fec 100 Large Spicewine

06-10-2009, 09:18 AM	#4
Jeff Hughes is one Smokin' Farker Join Date: 02-03-06 Location: tulsa oklahoma Downloads: 0 Uploads: 0	They are willing to pay for sure. They know they are asking me to do something where I will not make as much as a normal gig. This is not something I have to sell, It's mine if I want it. When I say "favor", I mean I am going to do something well below my standard minimum. I still want to make a fair buck, but I want them to see this a "thank you" to them for the business they give me. I think I can cook, plate and serve myself, it will be a modified buffet. Steaks fresh of of the grill, with sides in chafers on a table between me and the grill. I am thinking of 250.00 plus costs(food, fuel, etc...). This is not a price I would consider except for the circumstance. __________________ Klose 72" Mobile Medium BGE HastyBake Legacy 22" Weber Kettle(10 bucks@garage sale)

06-10-2009, 09:20 AM	#6
Jacked UP BBQ Babbling Farker Join Date: 06-09-08 Location: Forker River, NJ Downloads: 0 Uploads: 0	I think you are making a great pr decision. __________________ Jacked UP BBQ vending Ocean County Pig Assassins competition team retired and is now known as Jacked UP BBQ Fec 750 Fec 100 Large Spicewine

06-14-2009, 06:01 PM	#9
cjcullom Got Wood. Join Date: 04-17-09 Location: Penllyn, Pa. Downloads: 0 Uploads: 0	Even for a specialized event I would find out what the budget is. You can never go wrong being concerned for the customers pocketbook. They may be thinking "dry aged" meat or real Kobe and you would not want to disappoint. I like the idea above doing a whole filet(or other) so you can please all on the temps. I do an oven filet slathered with whole grain mustard, cracked pepper, sea salt and fresh thyme emulsified with evoo that is killer...served with chived creme fraiche.

06-14-2009, 07:04 PM	#10
txschutte Quintessential Chatty Farker Join Date: 08-02-07 Location: Cozad, NE USA Downloads: 0 Uploads: 0	Because they are thinking "steak", why not prime rib? One loin could feed all of your guests, and cooked properly, you could cook to have a variety of doneness throughout the rib roast. Served with grilled asparagus and a few upscale sides andappetizers. I'd bet Big Brother smoke could help you out right now, as he tends to cater "upscale" menus. __________________ "Bring it on, you bananna thong wearing killer of brisket!"-Chambers If you really care about this place, you'll show some respect for it. I'm such a ZERO. Team Whosoever Q If a man looks lustfully at eggs and bacon, he has already committed breakfast in his heart.

06-14-2009, 08:00 PM	#11
big brother smoke somebody shut me the fark up. Join Date: 05-03-06 Location: Ventura, CA Downloads: 0 Uploads: 0	Tex is right on the prime rib. This gig has bacon wrapped Asparugus, garlic mashed potatoes all over it. Could Also do roasted red potatoes brushed olive oil s & p and fresh rosemary. __________________ Peace and Smoke, BBS https://www.bigpoppasmokers.com/stor...nufacturer=314 My Weapons: Custom rig - Kandi, UDS; Bubba Keg; 22.5 WSM x 2; 18.5 WSM; BWS extended party; BWS Gator and an Onyx Oven; 29' ft Coachmen Leprechaun (Lola); Avatar by Grillman. Dan Chambers get well soon, so we can tell you to "Shut up Chambers"

06-14-2009, 09:20 PM	#12
Jacked UP BBQ Babbling Farker Join Date: 06-09-08 Location: Forker River, NJ Downloads: 0 Uploads: 0	I would stay away from Garlic for lunch, a lot of people won't eat it because of the breath deal, just my opinion and past experience with clients. __________________ Jacked UP BBQ vending Ocean County Pig Assassins competition team retired and is now known as Jacked UP BBQ Fec 750 Fec 100 Large Spicewine

06-15-2009, 04:19 PM	#13
blues_n_cues is One Chatty Farker Join Date: 12-16-07 Location: south central,ky. Downloads: 0 Uploads: 0	roasted basil or rosemary potatoes. or even a plain old baked potato- familarity is always good. sour cream &bacon scalloped or au graten taters on the pit. __________________ Blues_n_Cues BBQ Concessions & Catering

06-15-2009, 05:34 PM	#14
Learnin Querve Full Fledged Farker Join Date: 04-25-09 Location: Des Moines, IA Downloads: 0 Uploads: 0	Don't forget some sort of light dessert. Chris

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