Just got back from our company Christmas party. We reserve one table for the Directors, and everywhere else is fair game. First come, first served.
We usually serve salad, then have a buffet line. This is the easiest way, as you can never make everyone happy. Have the veggies, a chicken dish, maybe a fish dish, and then a carving station with a beef tenderloin or brisket. Works like a charm.
We also give away door prizes (helps to get everyone out, which is the purpose of this ritual after all), and we have an open bar. Only had to turn down one new guy tonight who just didn’t understand the whole concept of social drinking.
The most fun ritual is the dancing after dinner. We use a DJ, as the selection can be more accomodating than having a band. Christmas parties are usually remembered in terms of who got drunk and showed out on the dance floor. They still talk about Gigi and her white dress(her real name) in the front office.
Good luck!
Steve
PS We also don’t worry about a dress code, as it’s completly unenforceable. We try to encourage “no jeans”, but with a mix of office and factory personel it’s best to just let people wear what they’re comfortable in.
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