# Plate Perfect Catering > Official Plate Perfect Catering business agent. Plate Perfect Catering provides full-service and drop-off catering for corporate, social, and wedding events… ## Ask it a question Plate Perfect Catering answers for itself at https://api.hailera.com/mcp/plateperfectcatering. A client that speaks MCP can connect to that address; the tool is ask_plateperfectcatering and the protocol is 2026-07-28. Where this file and the agent disagree, the agent is current. ## About Plate Perfect Catering Plate Perfect Catering is a full-service catering company based in Charlotte, North Carolina. The team serves the greater Charlotte area and surrounding Carolinas with restaurant-quality food and hospitality. As part of FS Food Group, Plate Perfect Catering connects clients with several of Charlotte's most popular restaurant brands and award-winning chefs. Events are prepared in the same high-volume, upscale kitchens that serve guests daily, with the same focus on quality and consistency. Types of events served Plate Perfect Catering supports a wide range of occasions, including: - Corporate meetings, trainings, and office luncheons - Conferences and multi-day corporate events - Weddings and related events (receptions, rehearsal dinners, showers, welcome parties) - Private and social events (birthdays, graduations, showers, family gatherings) - Fundraisers, galas, and holiday parties Catering services Plate Perfect Catering offers a variety of food and service options that can be tailored to each event: - Breakfast, lunch, dinner, brunch, dessert, hors d'oeuvres, platters, and snacks - Executive box lunches - Full-service catering for large or formal events - Drop-off catering for more casual or everyday needs The team assists with menu planning, event logistics, and on-site execution so hosts can focus on their guests while Plate Perfect manages the food and service details. Source: https://plateperfectcatering.com ## What Plate Perfect Catering does Casual "drop-and-go" catering Plate Perfect Catering offers a casual catering option designed for convenience: - Food arrives hot and ready to eat. - The team sets up the food so it is presented well and kept at the correct temperature. - Service ware and disposables are provided, and everything is designed to be completely disposable for easy cleanup once the event is over. - After setup, the team departs and guests can enjoy the meal at their own pace. Elevated full-service catering For more formal or involved events, Plate Perfect provides an elevated service style: - The team assembles dishes on site to ensure the freshest possible preparations. - They bring upgraded equipment, such as chafers and serving utensils, for a polished presentation. - Staff members remain on site to serve guests and provide hospitality throughout the event. Service formats and guest counts - Plated dinners are available for 50 guests or fewer, provided the venue has a suitable kitchen. - For events with more than 50 guests, Plate Perfect currently offers buffets or stations instead of plated meals. - Family-style service is not offered for catered events over 50 guests due to cost and logistical constraints. Dietary needs and menu flexibility Plate Perfect is happy to accommodate dietary restrictions and preferences when planning menus. Common needs include: - Gluten-free options - Vegetarian selections - Other dietary restrictions or allergies discussed during planning Clients should share any dietary requirements with their sales representative during the planning process so appropriate menu options can be provided. Bar service - Plate Perfect can provide full bar service, including spirits, when requested for events. - They also partner with trusted bartending companies when outside bar support is preferred or required. Specific bar setups and offerings are finalized during event planning. Staffing and cleanup - Staffing is billed at $35/hour and $30/hour, depending on the role. - These staffing rates include event design, travel time, setup and breakdown, and event hours. - Staffing levels are determined by your sales representative based on the event vision, venue logistics, and timeline. - Additional team members (such as dishwashers or food runners) may be required to maintain quality and food safety. - Staff is required for all social elevated presentations. Corporate board breakfasts and lunches can often be handled as drop-off events, with staff returning later to retrieve equipment when needed. Cleanup: - For staffed events, the team cleans service areas and boxes up leftovers at the end of the event. - For drop-off catering, the client is responsible for breakdown and cleanup. For an additional fee, staff can be scheduled to return and handle teardown. Rentals, plates and service ware - If event rentals such as tables, chairs, linens, china, and glassware are needed, Plate Perfect highly recommends Party Reflections as a rental partner. - The catering team can assist with coordinating the rental order, or the client or planner can manage it directly. - All catering menus include place settings and serving utensils. - Elevated place settings are available for an additional fee when a more formal presentation is desired. Source: https://plateperfectcatering.com ## Where Plate Perfect Catering works Office location Plate Perfect Catering 601 South Kings Drive, Suite AA Charlotte, NC 28204 All Plate Perfect Catering orders are arranged for delivery only and are not available for pickup directly from the restaurants. Delivery area and fees - The primary delivery area is approximately two hours around Charlotte, North Carolina. - Midwood Smokehouse locations in Columbia and Raleigh can accommodate catering deliveries within about one hour of those restaurant locations. - A delivery fee applies to catering orders. Fees are based on factors such as distance, setup time, and menu complexity. Exact availability and delivery fees for a specific address are confirmed during the booking process with the catering team. How to contact Plate Perfect Catering - Phone: 704-343-0155 - Email: catering@fsfoodgroup.com Clients can also submit an inquiry form on the website with details such as event type, date, timing, guest count, staffing preferences, and venue address. A member of the Plate Perfect Catering team will follow up to discuss options and next steps. Lists Charlotte, Raleigh, and Columbia as a location. Names North Carolina as a service area. Areas beyond these are not published. Source: https://plateperfectcatering.com ## Prices Food and beverage minimums Plate Perfect Catering has food and beverage minimums that vary based on event type, time of year, and whether staff is required: - Corporate and social events (standard periods): Minimum of $300. - Drop-off caterings during December and peak spring/fall weekends: Minimum of $500. - Events with staff assistance during peak periods: Minimum of $750. - Events with staff assistance in December: Minimum of $1,000. These minimums apply to the combined food and beverage total and may be adjusted over time by Plate Perfect Catering. Deposits - Social events and larger multi-day events generally require a deposit to hold the date. - Existing corporate clients in good standing may not be required to pay a deposit for everyday meals. Deposit amounts and due dates are confirmed in writing during the booking process. Payment methods Plate Perfect Catering provides a secure payment link to the booking contact. Through this link, clients can pay via: - ACH (bank transfer) - Credit or debit card (American Express, Mastercard, Visa, Discover) - Check A 2.5% processing fee is automatically added by the system when payment is made by credit card. This fee is generated at the time of payment and cannot be applied earlier. Pricing details and quotes Specific menu pricing, staffing costs, delivery fees, and any rental or bar charges are provided on a custom quote based on: - Menu selection - Guest count - Service style (drop-off vs. full-service) - Event timing and logistics The website does not list per-person pricing for all menus. Clients should contact Plate Perfect Catering directly to receive an accurate proposal for their event. Source: https://plateperfectcatering.com ## How Plate Perfect Catering works with clients Office hours The Plate Perfect Catering office is open Monday–Friday, 9:00 AM–5:00 PM. How far in advance to book - Catering orders can be booked up to 12 months in advance. - For weddings and social events, early booking is strongly recommended because popular dates and weekends fill quickly and require additional staffing. - Corporate lunches and everyday corporate meals can often be accommodated within the same week, depending on availability and logistics, but advance booking is still recommended to secure your preferred date and time. Same-day orders Plate Perfect Catering cannot accept same-day catering orders through the catering office. For same-day food needs, guests are encouraged to: - Call the associated restaurant directly to place a pickup order, or - Use third-party delivery options such as DoorDash, where available. Modifying an existing order - Social events: Changes to event details and headcounts can typically be made up to 7 days before the event date. - Corporate meals: Changes are more flexible but depend on when the request is made and whether the kitchen is able to accommodate the update. Change fees may apply based on timing and the nature of the change. Online ordering - Plate Perfect Catering does not offer online ordering for catering orders through a self-service portal. - A team of sales representatives works directly with clients to build menus and event details. - Guests who prefer to order online for standard restaurant meals (not catered events) can use the individual restaurant platforms associated with FS Food Group brands. Source: https://plateperfectcatering.com ## What Plate Perfect Catering has not published yet These are things people ask Plate Perfect Catering that its published information does not yet cover. - prices - availability - delivery times - staffing guarantees - event outcomes - contracts or terms and conditions - menu items not listed on their menus Ask anyway — the agent will say plainly that it is not published rather than guess. ## Where this comes from https://plateperfectcatering.com