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How Much Sliders for a 50 Guests Corporate Event?
Corporate Event • 50 guests
Your Total
12
dozen
of sliders
122
total servings
2.4
per person
15%
buffer
Note: This assumes sliders is your main food. If serving multiple foods, reduce this amount by 30-40%.
📐 Why This Amount Works
1
Estimate actual eaters
50 guests × 90% eating rate At medium events, about 90% of guests will eat full servings. 45 eaters
2
Calculate servings (as main dish)
45 eaters × 3 sliders per person As a main dish, plan for 3 sliders per person. 135 base servings
3
Apply corporate event modifier
× 0.9 (-10% for sliders) Corporate Events typically consume 10% less sliders than average. 122 sliders needed
4
Convert to dozen
122 sliders ÷ 12 per dozen Each dozen provides 12 sliders. 10.2 dozen (raw)
5
Add 15% buffer & round up
10.2 × 1.15 = 11.7, rounded up Always round up and add a buffer. Running out of food is worse than having leftovers! 12 dozen
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Caterer-Tested Formula
Our calculations are based on real event data from professional caterers and party planners.
📊 Quick Reference: Sliders by Guest Count
| Guests | Sliders Needed | Total Servings |
|---|---|---|
| 25 guests | 6 dozen | 61 servings |
| 50 guests (you) | 12 dozen | 122 servings |
| 75 guests | 18 dozen | 183 servings |
| 100 guests | 24 dozen | 244 servings |
| 150 guests | 36 dozen | 366 servings |
| 200 guests | 48 dozen | 488 servings |
* All calculations include a 15% buffer. Amounts for corporate event as main dish.
🛒 Your Complete Shopping List
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Sliders
12 dozen
Slider buns — Match to patties
12 buns
Cheese slices — American or cheddar
12 slices
Pickles — Sliced for burgers
5 jars
Ketchup/Mustard
2 bottles
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💡 Pro Tips for Corporate Event Food
- ✓ Elegant finger foods that don't require utensils or create mess are ideal.
- ✓ Vegetarian and dietary options are essential - plan 30% of your spread as veg-friendly.
- ✓ Shorter events (2-3 hours) need less food - plan 4-5 appetizer pieces per person.
- ✓ Evening events consume 25% more food than lunch events.
- ✓ Avoid foods that stain (red sauces, turmeric) - people are in work clothes.
Buying Guide
Corporate events require elevated finger foods. Think caprese skewers, shrimp cocktail, bruschetta, and elegant cheese boards. Avoid anything too casual or messy. Budget $8-15 per person for appetizers at a cocktail reception.
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