About Classic
Consistently named as one of the best caterers in Kansas City, for 20 years Classic Catering in Overland Park has become the trusted expert and favorite caterer for Kansas City Weddings, corporate catering, business lunches, bar and bat mitzvahs, private functions and holiday parties. Classic Catering Corporation provides impeccable catering elegance – all at an affordable price.
Incomparable food, friendly customer service, and proprietors Doug and Mary Partridges’ attention to detail and innovative menus are often mentioned as the top reasons clients have selected Classic Catering for their most important event catering needs. The customer is always our first priority at Classic Catering and we consistently strive to go above and beyond their expectations!
A value that is crucial to Mary and Doug is integrity. Put simply, this means doing the right thing even when it may be a little more difficult. This means using only the best quality food and ingredients – expertly prepared in Classic Catering’s professional catering kitchen by Lispeth Springer, Executive Chef and the Classic cooking team. This also means no hidden fees or expenses. Lastly but most importantly, this means going the extra mile for customer service, and never giving the client any reason to worry about their event.
Classic Catering also welcomes any special catering challenges – whether that be a vegetarian menu, innovative ethnic menu, or making the most out of your overall catering budget.
By treating each catered event as if it were their own, Doug and Mary Partridge consistently help clients create classic memories that they, and their guests, won’t soon forget. According to Mary Partridge, “At Classic, we know we’ve done our job well when a client tells us, ‘We never had a single worry about the event catering; it was all wonderful!’”
Meet The Team
Doug Partridge – Proprietor
Doug began working in the food industry at age 15. His “perfect” job always involved being around others and the interaction between the team to execute a task. He enjoys the effort and hard work put in by the entire Classic team. Teamwork, communication and execution are Doug’s key focus. He enjoys that his work takes him from kitchen, to delivery to event. “The days are never boring here. It is incredible to watch a relationship start with a phone call and end with a polished event. Mary & I are very fortunate to work at and own Classic Catering.”
Mary decided to begin a catering career after several years of teaching. With Doug as her partner, the two worked together to create what they feel is one of the best catering companies in Kansas City. Mary thrives on organization, attention to detail, and establishing long-lasting relationships with clients. Her ultimate goal is for each client to rest assured that Classic Catering will take care of all the details, start to finish. “We started Classic Catering on the premise that we would treat our clients how we would want to be treated if we needed a caterer for our important event. We still have that mindset and enjoy watching each event come together perfectly.”
Lispeth began working in the restaurant industry at age 18. Lispeth’s extensive resume includes Capital Grille, Joe D’s and Powell Gardens. She loves baking and making soups from scratch. She also enjoys challenging herself with new recipes and special menu requests. “I love to explore new food tastes and create exciting and interesting meals for my family and friends. I bring that enthusiasm for food to work in order to make every event special for every client.” 
Like Doug, Kori has been involved with food since age 15. He enjoys seeing a party take shape; from menu creation, to mental preparation, and finally to food prep. He also thrives on organization and the team collaboration that must take place in order to execute the events. “One of the best feelings is to see all your hard work enjoyed to the fullest extent. The teamwork and camaraderie is always fun, too!”
Spence has accumulated 34 years of experience in the restaurant and hospitality industry. His extensive resume includes Hereford House, Jack Stack BBQ, and Charlie Hooper’s. Spence possesses a strong passion for customer service and teamwork. “Classic Catering encompasses all the values and abilities necessary to provide a quality product, outstanding client services, and above and beyond employee relations and work environment. It has been my great fortune and blessing to have been added to the team.””
Becky has worked in the restaurant and customer service industries her entire career. With a BSBA in International Business under her belt, she is currently pursuing a second degree in Web Technologies. She adores organization, attention to details, sharing information, and building relationships. “I love the close-knit bond of the Classic Catering family. Everyone works together harmoniously with only one thing in mind, the customer. The food that comes out of the kitchen not only looks amazing, but tastes incredible.” 
Jan has been with Classic for several years, along with the rest of the staff. She enjoys working for Mary and Doug and talking with clients to provide excellent customer service and fantastic food. Her favorite part of the catering experience is watching an event come together; planning all the details, preparing for the big day and finally having clients truly enjoy the experience. “It is rewarding to work for a company that provides quality service, great food, timeliness and attention to detail.”
