How Many People?
20
Guests
How Hungry Is Your Crowd?
Light
0.25 lbs (4 oz)
Mixed crowd, sides aplenty
BBQ Crowd
0.31 lbs (5 oz)
Generous portions, recommended
Hungry Crowd
0.375 lbs (6 oz)
They came to eat
We Are STARVING
0.50 lbs (8 oz)
All adults, meat lovers
Fudge Factor
None
+0%
Exact headcount
Smart Buffer
+15%
Industry standard
No Regrets
+20%
Buffet / large groups
ⓘ Running out of food is the one thing you can't recover from. Most pro caterers build in 10-15% above headcount as standard practice. Buffet-style service warrants 15-20%.
Select Your Meats
✓
Brisket
~60% yield after cook
✓
Pulled Pork
~60% yield after cook
✓
Pulled Chicken
~70% yield after cook
✓
Whole Chicken
~70% yield after cook
✓
Pork Ribs
~45% yield after cook
✓
Turkey Breast
~70% yield after cook
Are You Serving Sides?
Meat Only
Skip the sides
Yes, Add Sides
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