Picnic Catering Policies

JDK Standard Terms and Policies — The following terms and policies are included in every JDK Catering event contract. They are included here as review.

MINIMUM GUARANTEED AND FINAL COUNTS: A minimum guaranteed count is due no later then 15 days prior to the event. The client is responsible for notifying JDK of the guaranteed count. If the client doesn’t confirm a minimum guaranteed count, then the estimated count provided within this proposal will be considered the guaranteed count for billing purposes. Increase to the guaranteed count may be taken up to 72 hours prior to the event but may be subject to menu restrictions.
DEPOSITS AND FINANCIAL TERMS: A confirmation deposit of $200.00 is required immediately to hold the date. This deposit is non refundable. A second deposit of 50% of the total event cost is due no later then 15 days prior to your event. This deposit is also non-refundable. The remaining balance is due two days prior to the event. Acceptable payment terms include: Cash, Check, or Money Order. Credit cards are accepted for the initial $200.00 deposit only. The final bill may be adjusted depending upon changes in the menu, the number of attending guests (if greater than the number given by the client) service overtime, miscellaneous charges and credits, if any.
CANCELLATIONS: In the event of cancellation, the client will be liable for any costs that have been incurred by JDK Catering, Inc. relative to this event. If cancellation is within 7 days prior to the event, the client will be liable for any costs that have been incurred over and above the monies received as part of the non-refundable confirmation and second deposit.
LEFTOVER FOODS: Client has the option of keeping any leftover food items or donating them to Channels. Channels is a non profit organization that distributes food to local shelters and missions. Please advise your event specialist as to your preference. Client is responsible for providing food containers for leftovers.
GUESTS WITH FOOD RESTRICTIONS: JDK strives to accommodate each and every need of our client and their guests. If a client has a guest with special needs, the JDK kitchen and bakery staff will attempt to accommodate their needs. However, if a guest has severe allergies to certain and specific food ingredients, JDK reserves the right to not provide special service to this guest.
ALCOHOLIC BEVERAGES (IF APPLICABLE): Alcoholic beverages (mixed drinks, beer, wine, cordials) may be served under the terms and conditions consistent with the applicable laws of the State of Pennsylvania and policies specific to the facility and/or location of the event.; All alcoholic beverages must be purchased and provided to JDK Catering by the client. All events that involve the service of alcohol must have a bartender present unless prior authorization is given by JDK Catering, Inc.
RENTAL ITEMS: JDK Catering is responsible for payment of all rental bills secured by them on behalf of the client unless stated otherwise within this agreement. JDK Catering, Inc. reserves the right to charge additional fees for rental items that are damaged, including breakage and/or misusage, by the client or their guests. Charges will be based on replacement or repair costs charged by the rental company.
EVENT OVERTIME: There will be a charge of $50.00 per hour, per staff, if the event goes over the scheduled end time. This charge will automatically show on your final bill.

IMPORTANT DUE DATES

Initial Deposit to Hold Date (non-refundable): Due at time of signing the contract
Initial 50% Deposit (non-refundable): Due 15 days prior to event
Minimum Count Guarantee: Due no later than 15 days prior to the event
Final Payment: Due two days prior to event. If other arrangements need to be made please inquire with your sales representative