Banqueting service

In this banquet service online training course led by Thomas Boucourt, we'll go through the theory and practice you need to deliver an excellent banquet service: everything from the timeline sequence for banqueting service setup; to seating and greeting; to serving, cleanup, and pack down.

But, what is a banquet? Banquets are a tradition that date back to medieval times. The word 'banquet' is actually an old French word, meaning small bench, and it comes from the idea of a group of people sitting around the same table for a meal.

What is a banquet service? Over time, banquets have taken on an additional connotation - extravagant, large-scale, celebratory feasts. In modern times, banquets are a staple of event catering: weddings, graduations, and even conferences. They require an additional level of knowledge and service to be prepared and managed, in order to meet guests' high expectations.

What you'll learn in the Banqueting service course

• The expectations of banquet service, and how to meet them
• The most common banquet styles
• How to prepare a table for a banquet service
• How to set up a table for a banquet service
• The timeline of service during a banquet
• How to set up for an apéritif banquet
• How to set up for a coffee break banquet
• Useful techniques and strategies for serving food during a banquet
• How to serve drinks during a banquet
• How to effectively clear and pack up after a banquet service

Who the Banqueting service course is for

This Banqueting service online course is aimed at front of house staff interested in banquets and banqueting service.