Successfully running a small catering business takes much more than a passion for cooking and a knack for preparing tasty dishes. It requires superb planning and management. This book is for people who are looking for a challenging career move and for those who are already in the food services industry. It's a complete guide to succeeding as a caterer, written by a seasoned caterer who knows the ins and outs of the business.Detailing everything caterers need to know to attract clients and turn a profit, this book also offers tips on unique table decorations and surefire recipes that will win rave reviews. This edition includes information about effective use of the Internet to help improve both the culinary and the business aspects of a successful catering business. It also offers a CD-ROM with checklists and worksheets that can be customized to suit everyone's needs.