what is beo

BEO stands for Banquet Event Order, which is a detailed document containing all the mission-critical information for an upcoming event. It is a contract that lists all of the important details of an event, such as dates, timelines, catering needs, and other pieces of vital information. BEOs are used at most hotels and event facilities to help ensure everything is outlined and agreed on by both the venue and the event planner. This helps ensure event planner expectations are met and helps the venue avoid costly room resets or concessions. BEOs are typically used by hotels, restaurants, and event venues during the event planning process. They act as a source of truth to ensure all bases for executing the event are covered. Importantly, they ensure expectations are met leading up to and on the event day.