CATERING POLICIES

Pre-Event Fees

Events requiring staff present at the event, please note a labor fee of $25 per server per hour will apply.

All types of events occurring after 6pm, there will be a labor fee of $25 per server per hour for the length of the event. This fee applies to all types of events occurring after 6pm.

If the proper amount of time is not allowed for set up or cleanup, there will be a labor fee of $25 per additional server required to accommodate the shortened time (see set up and clean up policies for details).

Potential Post Event Fees

A labor fee will apply if staff is requested to return at a later time other than scheduled end time for cleanup.

All platters, plates, silverware, serving utensils, etc. are property of Bon Appétit and are required for other events. All items must be picked up by Bon Appétit at the clean-up time. If any items are missing there will be a $25 charge per item.

If additional linen is requested from our servers, there will be a charge of $5 per linen, if available.

Florals are provided upon request at events catered by Bon Appétit. An equipment fee of $100 will be applied for any vases or containers removed from the event.

Guarantee

In arranging for catered events, attendance must be specified by 10 a.m. five (5) business days in advance of the event. This number will be considered your guaranteed final count which is not subject to reduction. Increases to your guarantee after said date are subject to approval by the Catering Department and may incur additional charges.

Cancellations

Events cancelled within 3 days of scheduled start time are subject to 100% total cost fee. Additionally, any event cancelled or changed within 5 business days of the scheduled date will be billed for any direct expenses incurred by Bon Appétit on behalf of the event (food, equipment, linen rentals, etc.)

Ordering Time Frames

We request seven (7) business days’ notice for all orders placed from our regular menu. Orders placed within 5 days of event date are subject to confirmation and will have a late order fee charge added ($100). You must contact the Catering Office if placing an order within this time frame.

A two (2) weeks’ notice is required for special request menus and groups over 100 guests.

A three (3) weeks’ notice required for events requesting rentals such as linen, floral, etc.

*This helps us ensure we have the food, beverages, staff and equipment for a successful event.

Set Up and Clean Up

Two (2) hours’ set up time and one (1) hour clean up time is required for events involving china (served or buffet). 45 minutes set up and clean up time required for snack/beverage orders. Please request your room reservations/table set ups accordingly. Please specify on your catering order what tables have been ordered for catering set up.

Note: Tables should be ordered through Campus Events (events@laverne.edu)

Service Times

Please note that we require one (1) hour of service time for meals requiring table service (served meals). This hour begins at the scheduled guest arrival time. If you have a program, please keep this time frame in mind to provide optimal table service.

Plated Service

We provide food based on your guaranteed guest count.

China & Flatware Service

China is included for events upon request with a guest count below 50. China is booked on a first come- first serve basis. During high-volume catering times, in-house china may include a fee.

Soft Bar Service

Please contact Campus Events for University of La Verne Alcohol Permit Policy requirements.

Bartenders are required for all University Events and will be provided for your event with a 4 hour minimum (this covers one (1) hour of set up, two (2) hours of service and one (1) hour break down). Beer and Wine are available through Bon Appétit or you can provide your own. If providing your own, please deliver two days prior to the event to ensure inventory and temperature. All unconsumed beer and wine purchased for the event belongs to the client and must be picked up the same day at the end of the event. We cannot hold your alcohol for you

Sales Tax

Applicable sales tax will be added to food, beverage, and rentals for catered events.

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Payment

All catering invoices are subject to cancellation without proper payment noted at the time of ordering, we will not confirm an order if there is no payment method attached. A fee of $100 will apply to any late payments and is subject to account revocation if persistent.

Off Campus Transportation Charges ( These apply to the College of Law Campus in Ontario CA as well)

0-5 miles away: $150

6-15 miles away: $200

16-25 miles away: $250