Use the tray counts as a planning guide, not a hard guarantee.
- Half trays are best for add-ons, mixed menus, or roughly 6-12 guests depending on the item.
- Full trays are better for lead items and usually cover about 12-24 guests depending on the protein or starch.
- Premium proteins like short rib feed fewer people per tray than rice, noodles, salad, or biscuits.
