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How many waiters do you need for a christening?
A christening follows the same service logic as a wedding, with fewer guests and many children. Enter your guest count and we estimate the right crew.
[ PHE recommendation ]
How many staff do you need?
Based on the ratios in our editorial guide. You can adjust the numbers after applying the recommendation.
Service style
Guest count
Recommendation for 150 guests · ≈20 people
- waiters · 12
- runners · 4
- bartenders · 2
- hostess · 2
Plated christening: 1 waiter / 12–15 guests, plus 1 hostess for the door from ~50 guests.
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Frequently asked
Does a christening need less staff than a wedding?+
Usually yes, because there are fewer guests. The waiter-to-guest ratio stays the same, though, so the estimate starts from the same rules.