Buffet Style Service
We will prepare a special one of a kind meal for you and your guests to enjoy in the comfort of your home.
Our standard dinner buffet includes two hours of service, with a personalized menu where you will be able to choose from two hors d’oeuvres, one salad, one protein, one starch, one side, one bread selection, and two mini desserts.
Service fee (up to 20 guests): $1,400 + groceries
Additional guests: $60 per guest + groceries
Production cost: 15% of service fee
Estimated grocery cost: $20-30 per guest
FOOD/GROCERY COST:
Food cost listed above is an estimate only, and will vary depending on the chosen menu. Client is responsible for all food costs for the event, and will be provided with copies of receipts. We typically shop at Kroger, or Whole Foods, and we maintain a priority on quality and freshness.
PRODUCTION CHARGE:
Includes menu planning, shopping, cooking, service, and clean up. All food services hors d’oeuvres and entree items are stationary. As well as chafing dishes and serving platters for the serving table, disposable cocktail plates and cocktail napkins and all equipment set up, take down, and transportation. The production cost also includes custom printed menu tent cards and votive candles for the buffet table.
KITCHEN & EQUIPMENT:
Clients must have a working kitchen with a stove, oven, fridge, basic pots and pans, tables and chairs for all guests, and all table-service items (silverware, water & wine glasses, and plates).
BEVERAGES:
All alcohol and beverages will be provided by the client.
PAYMENT:
Deposit of 50% of the service cost is required to reserve your event date. Any remaining service fees, as well as the production cost and entire cost of the groceries, is due on the first business day following your event. Deposit may be made via ACH or credit card (paying with credit card will include a 3% fee). Half the deposit amount is non-refundable if the event is canceled by the client. There is no refund if the event is canceled with less than a week’s notice.
GRATUITY:
If you feel your chef(s) went above and beyond to provide excellent service, feel free to tip them directly, or as a part of your final payment. Typical gratuity is suggested as 20% of the service fee.