Top 5 Party Tips for Hiring a Serving Staff

I tell everyone to start with work of mouth references when looking for any type of party vendor. There is no more trusted resource than the opinion of a close friend. But, you also shouldn't limit your search to just your inner circle. Here are a few more helpful resources to help you find top serving staff for your next event. Read More

Chances are you'll be conducting this interview over the phone, especially if you are going through a staffing agency. Here are a few key questions to ask them. Read More

In my other party planning tip articles, this tip usually covers sampling a party pros work, which is important for a caterer or a band, but not completely necessary for serving staff. Read More

If you've hired a staffing agency, they'll take care of many of these details for you. But, you'll need to know what to tell the agency or to tell the serving staff if you've hired them direct. Read More

You should have a standard contract or agreement if you are using a staffing agency. As for direct hires, some party hosts feel more comfortable with a simple written understanding while others handle things verbally. Read More