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W2 Employees vs 1099: What’s the Secret to a Successful Catering Event?

As the sun sets on another scorching summer, the event season is gearing up for its busiest phase of the year. From harvest festivals and outdoor weddings set against a backdrop of changing colors, to corporate galas embracing the cozy ambiance, catering companies are stepping into a season teemi...

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Independent Contractors vs Employees: Who’s Right For Your Event?

Hosting a successful event or party requires meticulous planning and attention to detail. Whether you’re hosting a fundraising gala or a no-expense-spared wedding, choosing the right staff to ensure everything runs smoothly is crucial. While trusting independent contractors with your events ...

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Make a Splash With Our Summer Party Ideas at Your Next Special Event

With warmer weather and longer days, summertime is the perfect time to gather family, friends, and neighbors for memorable special events. From music festivals and weddings to fireworks displays and sporting events, there are endless opportunities to throw the summer party of your dreams! At T...

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Why Hospitality in Healthcare Matters

Yes, our name is The Party Staff, but hospitality isn’t all partying. Hospitality matters tremendously in healthcare, and the recent years of increased hospital visits have made that all the more apparent. Patient satisfaction scores have seen increased scrutiny, and although medical care pl...

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Keeping the Magic of America’s Favorite Pastimes Alive

Sports are a beloved part of our culture. Who doesn’t have fond memories of singing “Take Me Out to the Ball Game,” jumping up and down for their team’s game-winning touchdown, or just enjoying food and drink with friends and family from the comforts of their boxed seats? So, when a st...

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3 Risks of Hiring Independent Contractors

A great deal goes into planning a seamless event that will leave your guests reminiscing for weeks to come. Venue booked? Check. Invites sent? Check. Entertainment covered? Yep. The list goes on. But nothing can make or break the success of an event quite like the caliber of the hospitality on yo...

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Reflections from the 2022 ASA Conference & Why I Am Convinced Staffing Agencies Can Make a Positive Difference for Job Seekers

I recently had the privilege of attending the American Staffing Association (ASA) conference, and I'll be the first to say: I left with renewed excitement for the work that we're doing at Party Staff. The staffing industry as a whole is brimming with possibilities with true potential to make a po...

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Bored at Work? 3 Reasons to Try a Temp Job

Jobs are a necessary part of life. But do you dread the thought of a 9-5 office job, doing the same thing over and over again? You are not alone in that struggle! But don’t fret, we have a positive solution for this common conundrum. You don’t have to decide between lifeless option A and s...

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Event Staffing in Los Angeles: How Teamwork Makes the Dream Work, 30 Years and Counting

When Kensington Caterers opened their doors over 30 years ago, the catering industry in Los Angeles, California was in the preliminary stages of becoming what it is today: an in-demand and booming corporation. With each passing decade, events and celebrations have increased in popularity and pres...

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The Memorable Moments of 2021

What a year this has been! We are excitedly planning events and goals for 2022, but feel compelled to pause for a moment, reflecting on the highlights and memories from 2021. While Party Staff is all about creating fun experiences at our events, our hearts go deeper. We know this year has been to...

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