daylineSee the whole picture.
Bring together food, labor, rentals and delivery. See estimated profit and margin as you build your quote.
FOR INDEPENDENT CATERERS
Great food.
Clear quotes.
Better business.
Know your costs, price with confidence, and send a proposal you’re proud of. Your next event starts here.
Start your free trial14 days free · No credit card required
YOUR NEXT EVENTDraft
A summer gathering
Garden party · 40 guests
Seasonal menu40 guests × $45$1,800
Service & setupLabor, delivery & rentals$600
Quote total$2,400
Estimated costs$1,560
Gross profit$840
Gross margin35%
Your costs stay private. Clients see your proposal.
Illustrative example · Gross profit before overhead and tax
LESS ADMIN. MORE COOKING.
From an idea to a quote.
Without another spreadsheet.
Make it client-ready.
Turn your quote into a proposal or invoice. Share a private customer link, keep track of acceptance, and follow up.
Make the next one easier.
Save your menu items and costs. Adjust prices for one event without changing your library, and track your quote pipeline.
ONE BUSINESS. ONE SIMPLE PLAN.
Your work deserves
a little more room.
Start with your own event and your own numbers. We’ll guide you through your business details and first quote.
- One business, one owner
- Quotes, proposals, invoices and messages
- Reusable cost library and quote analytics
- Email correspondence with sending limits
Dayline
$29 USD / month
Try it free for 14 days. No card required.
Start your free trialSubscribe when you’re ready. Your trial won’t automatically charge you. Cancel a paid subscription anytime; access continues through the paid period.No extra Dayline percentage on customer payments. Your payment provider’s fees still apply.A few things to know.
What happens when I sign up?
Create your account and verify your email. Then add your business details and build your first quote with guided steps. Your 14-day trial begins when you first open your verified workspace.
What happens after the trial?
Choose the $29/month plan to keep creating, editing and sending. If you don’t subscribe, you can still view and export your saved work. Subscribing before the trial ends starts your paid month immediately.
How do my clients pay me?
Add your own payment-provider link or cash, check, or bank-transfer instructions and record receipts manually. Direct Stripe connection and automatic payment tracking are coming soon. Dayline adds no percentage fee; processor fees apply.
Can my team share an account?
The launch plan is for one owner per business. Each business has its own workspace. Team invitations and multiple staff logins aren’t included yet.