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Published: September 14, 2006

"It's a great time to be a caterer, [with] the amount of business that's out there. People are booking events on a shorter and shorter fuse ... and they're shopping [for caterers] 24/7," says renowned caterer Bill Hansen, founder of Bill Hansen Catering and LeadingCaterers.com.

Whether you are a restaurateur looking to double your profits by catering off-site, you are considering a profession in the catering business, or you just love to cook and want to sharpen your culinary skills, participating in a catering boot camp can provide the perfect opportunity to achieve your goals.

Catering is becoming increasingly competitive; in order to succeed in the business, it is important for caterers to become innovative. Catering boot camp is designed to teach those with a strong passion for culinary arts how to quickly succeed as a caterer.

Because of the high demand for these informational classes, catering boot camps are offered both in-class and online. If you are a stay-at-home mom who does not have time to leave the kids for a couple of hours, then the online course may work best for you. If you prefer hands-on experience, the classroom option would be your best choice.

To help give you a preview of what to expect during catering boot camp, several options are listed below:

In-Class Catering Boot Camp

Whether you are a beginner (still burn toast) or an expert (easily prepare gourmet meals), an in-class catering boot camp can provide you with the training you need to appreciate the increasing role culinary arts play in people's daily lives. Because everything is done in the classroom, you will have the chance to witness various demonstrations firsthand, and have the opportunity to work with others on group projects. Also, to save you the hassle of searching for ingredients on store shelves, everything you need will be provided in class.

The Classy Gourmet Culinary Boot Camp

Offering a five-day basic training package for just $325 (or $65 per day), this afternoon culinary boot camp teaches students various cooking tips, techniques and recipes, while helping them gain insight into the world of professional cooking. Not only will you be working beside others who share your passion for food, you also will be trained by a culinary professional. Reading through a different chapter each day, each student will learn to appreciate everything that comes along with cooking, such as kitchen terms, dish presentation, and food and wine pairings.

You begin class with a brief overview of kitchen essentials, and each day consists of class discussions, hands-on exercises and various meal preparations, including BBQ grilled salmon, Tuscan chicken and pork tenderloin. The class concludes with each team creating various restaurant-style selections.

Online Catering Boot Camp

Because many people can not leave their home or office during the day, catering boot camps have been created for online users. By participating in an online camp, you will be able to work at your own pace, while viewing and downloading necessary documents. Students can watch pre-recorded videos of past onsite boot camps at their leisure, listen to various audio tapes and read over a variety of articles, menus and recipes. Unlike an in-class session, all work can be done from the comfort of your own home as you follow along online.

Bill Hansen's Online Catering Boot Camp

With a goal to meet the needs of caterers at all levels, Bill Hansen designed an online catering boot camp which offers a variety of beneficial services often found in his onsite camps. Geared toward information and tips rather than hands-on experience, Bill Hansen's online camp helps both caterers and aspiring caterers learn the ropes of the business from his point of view.

Here are a few important catering tips Hansen promises students will learn from his online program:

• Which type of catering is best for you?
• What does it take to be successful?
• How to manage a growing business
• How to predict future industry trends
• Tips for family-owned business caterers
• Tips for getting started in the catering field
• Menu planning
• Dealing with special dietary concerns
• Proper service for buffets and seated-served meals
• How much should you charge?

No matter which type of catering boot camp you choose, it will provide you with the culinary knowledge needed to help you appreciate the popular world of catering. In the end, you will leave the catering boot camp with the knowledge and experience needed to fully appreciate the culinary arts. You also will be able to create new and exciting dishes for friends and family to enjoy.

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Catering Newsletter. Vol 14 Issue 22. Leading Caterers of America, Miami, FL. 14
June 2005. 13 Sept 2006. http://www.equilibrix.com/leadcater/leadcater06_14 _05.html
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Miami, FL. 13 Sept 2006. http://www.leadingcaterers.com/BootCamp.asp
NEW!! TCG AFTERNOON CULINARY BOOT CAMP. The Classy Gourmet Culinary
Arts Center. 28 Aug 2006. cook@theclassygourmet.com. 13 Sept 2006.
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