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Catering Headcount Calculator

Rough per-guest food and drink multipliers.

One plated entrée per guest; light apps before dinner.

  • Entrée portions

    120

  • Appetizer pieces (total)

    480

  • Cake / dessert slices

    120

  • Drinks (approx. servings)

    300

What is this tool?

Estimates food and drink quantities from guest count and service style (plated, buffet, cocktail, brunch) using rough per-person planning multipliers. This is a planning sketch, not a precise catering order — confirm dietary splits and packages with your caterer.

How to use it

  1. Enter expected guest count.
  2. Choose meal / service style.
  3. Review estimated entrée, apps, dessert, and drink quantities.