Catering Calculator
Calculate the right amount of food for your catered event. Get quantities for meat, sides, salad, bread, and dessert.
Event Details
Children eat roughly half portions
Feeding
50 Guests
45 adults, 5 children
Main Protein
20.5 lbs
Side Dishes
34.1 lbs
Salad/Greens
7.2 lbs
Bread/Rolls
104
Dessert
14.4 lbs
Appetizers
460
Per Person Guidelines
Protein (adult)6 oz
Each side dish5 oz
Appetizers8 pieces
Pro Tips
- Add 10-15% extra for buffets (people take more)
- Children under 10 eat about half portions
- Plan more appetizers if meal is delayed
- Offer vegetarian options (10-15% of guests)
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Editorial Note
MyCalcBuddy Editorial Team
This page is maintained as an educational calculator reference.
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Formula Source: Standard Mathematical References
by Various
🔄Last reviewed: May 2026
✓Formula checks are based on standard references and internal QA review.