Grupo Picolín waitress serving dinner beside a villa pool

Waiters for events

Welcome drinks, canapé service, banquets and table service, with a uniformed, well-coordinated team.

Waiters

What they do at your event

They are the face of your event: the people who greet your guests with a drink, pass round the canapés and serve the banquet. We choose waiters with event experience who know how to move among guests with poise and keep pace with the service.

Weddings
Catering
Corporate events
Gala dinners
Private parties
Openings

Drinks reception and canapésWelcome drinks, canapés and appetisers served among the guests.
Banquet and table servicePlated or silver service, coordinated with the catering kitchen.
Table settingLinen, cutlery and glassware ready before the guests arrive.
ClearingClearing throughout the event and tidying away at the end.

How we work

You tell us. We handle the rest.

Hand-picked peopleWe know every person we send and choose the profile that suits your event.

Uniformed and punctualAll black as standard, or whatever uniform your event calls for. They always arrive ahead of time.

Someone in chargeLarger teams always come with a Grupo Picolín coordinator.

Actual hours onlyA minimum of 4 hours per person and service. We invoice the hours worked, confirmed with you.

Frequently asked questions

What people ask us about waiters

Can't find what you're looking for? Write to us and we'll get back to you straight away.

How many waiters do I need for my event?

We recommend one waiter for every 10 guests. Tell us about your event and we will confirm the exact number based on the format and timings.

Do the waiters wear a uniform?

Yes. They wear all black as standard, and if your event calls for a different style, such as a white shirt or a blazer, just let us know and we'll adapt.

Is there a minimum number of hours?

We work with a minimum of 4 hours per person and service, and we invoice the actual hours worked, confirmed with you.

How far in advance should I book?

The sooner the better, especially in wedding season. Even so, if you get in touch at short notice, we'll do everything we can to cover your event.

Does someone come to coordinate the team?

Larger teams always come with a Grupo Picolín coordinator, who runs the briefing and oversees the service from start to finish.

Hospitality