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