Event Pickup Day Checklist
Secrets to a Flawless Catering Experience
Ensure your event with Memphis Fire Barbeque Company is a success from start to finish with this detailed pickup day checklist, enriched with critical food safety guidelines.
The Day Before Pickup
- Verify Order Details: Double-check your pickup time and order specifics.
- Prepare Your Vehicle: Ensure there’s ample space for your order. Coolers or insulated bags may be necessary for longer transport to maintain food safety.
The Morning of Pickup
- Vehicle Preparation: Confirm your vehicle is ready, with seats adjusted and coolers or insulated bags ready for hot/cold items.
- Route Planning: Plan your journey to Memphis Fire Barbeque Company, considering traffic and weather conditions.
Directions to Memphis Fire Barbeque Company
From Toronto:
- Take the QEW towards Niagara.
- Exit at Fifty Road in Stoney Creek.
- Follow South Service Road to Highway 8; our location is at 1091 Highway 8, Winona, Ontario L8E 5H8.
From Niagara:
- Head north on the QEW towards Toronto.
- Exit at Fifty Road in Stoney Creek.
- Take South Service Road west to Highway 8.
From Kitchener:
- Take ON-8 East towards Hamilton.
- Continue on ON-403 East.
- Merge onto QEW towards Niagara.
- Exit at Fifty Road in Stoney Creek.
- Follow South Service Road to Highway 8.
Upon Arrival
- Check-in: Present your order confirmation in the designated pickup area.
- Loading Assistance: Our staff will assist with loading your order and provide last-minute instructions or tips.
When You Get Home
- Immediate Unpacking: Unload your order and store hot foods in an oven set to a low temperature (around 93°C/200°F) and cold foods in the refrigerator (below 4°C/40°F).
- Prep for Serving: Review any serving instructions provided. Set up your serving area and prepare dishes as recommended.
- Food Safety: Critical guidelines include:
- Ensure all items arrive at their destination within 4 hours to maintain safety.
- Reheat all barbeque meats and hot side dishes to an internal temperature of 77°C (170°F) before consumption.
- Cool non-consumed food to below four °C (36°F) within 2 hours after it cools to 60°C (140°F). Avoid covering hot food prior to refrigeration to prevent bacterial growth.
- Meats are best consumed within three days if storage and reheating instructions are properly followed.
Final Touches
- Review Presentation: Add any final garnishes or adjustments for that perfect presentation.
- Relax and Enjoy: With all preparations complete, take a moment to relax and look forward to enjoying your event.
Additional Tips
- Have a Checklist: Ensure all dishes are accounted for, and nothing is left in the oven or fridge.
- Emergency Contact: Keep Memphis Fire Barbeque Company’s contact information handy for any last-minute questions.
By following this checklist, you’re equipped to handle your catering order with the utmost care, ensuring food safety and quality from pickup to plate. Enjoy your event with the peace of mind that comes from being well-prepared.
