BYU Idaho Community Catering Policy

University Catering is committed to providing exceptional quality products and services to the campus wards and local communities at affordable prices.

Policies

Prior to booking with University Catering, please have your location scheduled and confirmed by the campus scheduling office. Clients are responsible for making sure that University Catering will have access to the location two hours prior to the event for proper setup. We would appreciate three weeks' advanced notice to ensure the availability of menu items.

In order to adequately prepare for your event, we require that you provide us with a guaranteed number of guests and payment three full business days prior to the event date. Large groups in excess of 300 guests require a 7-day guarantee and payment. Billings are based on the guaranteed guest count plus any accommodated additions or the guaranteed count if your number decreases. To ensure expedient service, we ask that one entrée, or a combination plate be selected for plated meals. Dietary meals may be selected for those diets which we are able to accommodate.

For health and liability reasons, the removal of any unused food or beverage from a buffet event by a client and or guest is prohibited.

Definitions of Services

Plated Meals- Service includes individually plated courses for each guest including set up, table service, and event clean up. Table linen, china, glass, and silver are included in the price. Plated service is limited to 48 guests. Groups are requested to select one entrée or may select a combination plate of two entrees for an additional charge.

 
Buffet Meals- All groups may select buffet service with their meal selection. These meals will include a self-service buffet, linens, china, glass, and service pieces attended by our staff. Groups may select additional items, and upgrades at an additional expense. Groups of 50 or more may select a second entrée of 25 or greater with matching sides.

 
Pick-up Order Events- These items are sold ala carte and provide customers with the flexibility to match their needs. Set up and Service personnel are not provided, and equipment is limited to food pans and heating containers. Equipment is required to be returned the next day. Customers are responsible for repairs and replacement of damaged equipment as a result of negligence.

 
Pricing- University Catering allows two hours as normal service for meals and receptions. Occasions which extend beyond the allotted time will be charged an overtime fee of $40 per employee, per hour. Events served outside of the Manwaring Center require additional time and labor and are subject to additional charges. University Catering reserves the right to adjust prices for items outside the scope of regular services.

 
Minimums- All events requiring service personnel must provide a minimum guarantee of 15 guests.

• Weeknight events starting after 4:00 pm require a $500 minimum for all events.
• Weekend events starting after 12:00 noon require a $500 minimum for all events.