{
 "path": "/vendors/blue-collar-catering/",
 "title": "Blue Collar Catering prices: from $95 per person. Caterer in Ocean County, how to book",
 "updated": "2026-11-13",
 "name": "Blue Collar Catering",
 "url": "https://index.therunup.ai/vendors/blue-collar-catering/",
 "website": "https://bluecollarcatering.com/",
 "category": "caterers",
 "areas": [
  "central-jersey",
  "north-jersey"
 ],
 "price_from_usd": 95.0,
 "score": 45,
 "runs_on_the_runup": false,
 "checked": "2026-11-13",
 "facts": {
  "areas_served": {
   "value": [
    "Ocean County",
    "Toms River",
    "Forked River",
    "Brick",
    "Jackson",
    "Barnegat",
    "Manahawkin",
    "LBI",
    "Seaside",
    "Point Pleasant",
    "New Jersey"
   ],
   "source": "https://bluecollarcatering.com/forked-river-nj/",
   "quote": "Ocean County is our home but we are available to cater throughout New Jersey (additional minimums and fees may apply",
   "checked": "2026-11-13"
  },
  "contact_methods": {
   "value": [
    "phone",
    "email",
    "form"
   ],
   "source": "https://bluecollarcatering.com/contact-us/",
   "quote": "Email us with any questions or comments, and call [phone] or [phone] to speak with a caterer about our event catering options.",
   "checked": "2026-11-13"
  },
  "cuisines": {
   "value": [
    "BBQ",
    "luau",
    "shrimp boil",
    "brunch",
    "hot buffet"
   ],
   "source": "https://bluecollarcatering.com/traditional-buffet-reception-menu/",
   "quote": "Country BBQ\nTraditional BBQ\nLuau\nShrimp Boil",
   "checked": "2026-11-13"
  },
  "does_private_events": {
   "value": true,
   "source": "https://bluecollarcatering.com/",
   "quote": "We cater any type of event from a simple get together to a wedding reception complete with linens, china and wait staff.",
   "checked": "2026-11-13"
  },
  "event_types": {
   "value": [
    "weddings",
    "showers",
    "birthdays",
    "corporate",
    "other-private"
   ],
   "source": "https://bluecollarcatering.com/forked-river-nj/",
   "quote": "We offer catering for all of life events (weddings, anniversaries, showers, christenings, birthdays, family reunions, Office Parties, Celebration of Life) along with corporate catering",
   "checked": "2026-11-13"
  },
  "minimum_guests": {
   "value": 75,
   "source": "https://bluecollarcatering.com/files/2026/08/Wedding_Menu_-_Traditional_Reception.pdf",
   "quote": "Minimum 75 Guests",
   "checked": "2026-11-13"
  },
  "price_per_guest": {
   "value": {
    "amount": 95,
    "per": "person",
    "note": "Traditional Wedding Reception (2027), plus 22% service charge and NJ sales tax"
   },
   "source": "https://bluecollarcatering.com/files/2026/08/Wedding_Menu_-_Traditional_Reception.pdf",
   "quote": "$95 per person\n22% Service Charge and NJ Sales Tax",
   "checked": "2026-11-13"
  },
  "quote_request_form": {
   "value": true,
   "source": "https://bluecollarcatering.com/contact-us/",
   "quote": "Please use the form on this page to contact us.",
   "checked": "2026-11-13"
  },
  "services": {
   "value": [
    "full service catering",
    "wedding reception packages",
    "a la carte and packaged catering for pick up or delivery"
   ],
   "source": "https://bluecollarcatering.com/forked-river-nj/",
   "quote": "Ala Carte, Packages, Full Service Wedding Packages",
   "checked": "2026-11-13"
  },
  "staff_included": {
   "value": true,
   "source": "https://bluecollarcatering.com/files/2026/08/Wedding_Menu_-_Traditional_Reception.pdf",
   "quote": "Reception Package Pricing Includes\nChina\nFlatware\nStemware\n(Water & Champagne Glasses)\nLinen Tablecloths & Napkins for Guest Tables\nMaitre D & Wait Staff",
   "checked": "2026-11-13"
  },
  "starting_price": {
   "value": {
    "amount": 95,
    "per": "person",
    "note": "Traditional Wedding Reception (2027) buffet with cocktail hour, china, linens, Maitre D and wait staff; plus 22% service charge and NJ sales tax; additional $10 per person for 50-74 guests"
   },
   "source": "https://bluecollarcatering.com/files/2026/08/Wedding_Menu_-_Traditional_Reception.pdf",
   "quote": "Pricing\n$95 per person\n22% Service Charge and NJ Sales Tax\nAdditional $10 per person upcharge for guest count of 50 – 74 guests",
   "checked": "2026-11-13"
  }
 }
}