16/08/2026
Hi, Shay here 👋
I’m often the one who is behind the posts, the quotes, the inbox & all things admin but this weekend I had the privilege to work alongside these magic makers catering a corporate event in Franklin.
In between trying to be of help not a hindrance in the kitchen, I can’t help but share some of my observations of the masterminds behind the delicious food you get to either enjoy yourselves or admire via social media.
✨ Ange, Karl & Jo make a great team. Small, yet so powerful & they work so well together.
✨ Lots of laughter.
✨ Hospitality is a very selfless profession which can also be at times thankless.
✨ There is so much time that goes into prep, which I don’t think is truly appreciated by all (which has given me great ideas for a future post).
✨ 16 hours on my feet, I am not used to this - you’ll find me back behind my computer screen tomorrow… probably with my feet up 😂
✨ Everyone should do a stint in hospo at some point in their life, I think it would make everyone kinder to each other.
✨ The pack down - my uncle Karl is a legend. Never a moan even when he’s out numbered by women.
✨ There is so much to learn!
✨ People who say thank you at the end of the night really do give such a warmth & appreciation to all the staff.
✨ The girls who show up event after event, with a smile, looking proud to be part of the Signature Catering team are so valued.
✨ My aunty Ange is very generous, in her creativity, her time, her food!!
Lastly, I guess the point of my words tonight is to just spread a little bit of aroha to my Aunty Ange & Uncle Karl. You both work so hard to provide the most beautiful, filled with love food for others - I hope you know how much it really is appreciated by those who get to experience what it is to be a customer of Signature Catering & also a staff member who gets to enjoy the ride alongside you.
Much love,
Shay xx