I am getting ready to do my first wedding cake that is 4 layers high. Do you transport your layers separately and assemble upon arrival at the venue or do you transport it assembled?

Also do you cut the cake at the cake table or do you move it to the venue kitchen and cut it there? If you move it to the kitchen, whats the safest way to get it in there (if you are by yourself?)

Thanks for any input

Might I add, this will be a buttercream cake, so I feel I have to be more careful than if it were covered in fondant

I just did a 4 tier buttercream cake this weekend. I assembled 3 of the tiers at home and then placed the 4th tier on top at the venue. But then, we just have a little car, so 3 tiers is all the height the opening in my trunk will handle. Never had to cut a cake before, the catering people always do it, so I can't advise on that. Have fun with your first wedding cake!

not my first rodeo, just my first rodeo with a 4 tier buttercream! eek!

I always have to assemble on site. Unfortunately I'm not strong enough for multiple tiers. Also, when I have cut the cake, it's always been at the cake table. Good luck with your first wedding cake! Have fun!

When I do my 4-tier I only stack it 3 high and have hubby carry it. I put the top on there. I'm scared when its 3 high let alone 4 high

I don't cut the cakes but at my wedding....the lady cut the cake at the table.