Policies

THE CULINART CATERING PROMISE 

CulinArt Catering’s objective is to create a memorable and unique event using unparalleled menus, impeccable service and eye catching presentations. If you would like to schedule a meeting to discuss your specific requirements, or if you need additional help in menu planning, our Catering Director is available for personal assistance 631-941-1568. On occasion, we may make changes due to circumstances beyond our control. The host or hostess will be advised in advance should this occur. 


REGULAR BUSINESS HOURS

The prices outlined in this guide pertain to services rendered during our normal hours of operations, Our catering office hours are Monday-Friday, 7:00am to 6:00pm. Certain services (such as china service, tended bars, chef stations, etc.) or catering services executed outside of our normal hours of operations may require service attendance. Please contact our catering department for more information regarding your specific order. 

GUARANTEES 

To create a successful event, we require orders to be placed 72 hours prior to your event date. Your final guest count is needed 48 hours prior to your event date. The final invoice will be based on the guaranteed guest count provided or the number of guests in attendance at the event, whichever is greater. 

ORDER PLACEMENT

 To ensure quality selections and product availability, we request that functions be scheduled a minimum of three business days in advance. Orders placed within 24 hours of your event may be subject to an additional 15% rush charge. We understand that last-minute requests may occur, so please call us to discuss your specific catering needs. 

EVENT LOCATIONS

 Event locations must be reserved prior to the event by the client. Please have your tables ordered. Please ensure that facilities are unlocked to allow prompt delivery and clean up. To ensure all details are met for your event, a two hour set up and strike time may be required. 

DELIVERY AND SET UP

 Orders are typically scheduled to be setup 30 minutes prior to the event, unless otherwise noted. Additional fees may be applied for after hour and off-site deliveries. Events that do not require a server present, as well late night and weekends orders, will be picked up the next business day

SERVICE

 Certain events require service staff. To ensure the success of your event, appropriate staffing is arranged by the catering department. Our trained sales representatives can offer suggestions based on your specific event. Service staff is billed for a five (5) hour minimum. Please note that all events served on china require wait staff. Extended setup and/or breakdown requirements will be billed for wait staff at 30.00 per hour, per staff member, with a five (5) hour minimum.

 Please review the following service staff guidelines and rates: 
  1 Wait Staff per 10 guests $30.00 per hour 

Breaks and Buffets: 1 Wait Staff per 50 guests

Passed Hors d’ Oeuvres: 1 Wait Staff per 30 guests

Served Meals: 1 Wait Staff per 10 guests

Wait Staff/Chef: $30.00 per hour 

The individual that authorizes a catering order commits to borrowing all equipment provided. The complete return of the borrowed equipment is the responsibility of that authorized individual. If any equipment is lost, broken, or removed from the service site, a replacement cost will be applied. If your event requires special equipment, applicable rental charges will be added to your final invoice. 

SERVICE WARE AND LINEN

 Prices per person for basic catering services include high-quality disposable ware and paper products. High-quality plastic ware is available upon request at an additional charge of 1.50 per person. As your selected caterer, we can provide your event with linens for banquet tables and meeting tables. Top cloths for seated tables can be rented for 10.00 each. 

SPECIALTY LINEN 

A large variety of sizes and patterns of specialty linen are available to make your event extra special. Samples of linen are available upon request and are priced separately.

CHINA PATTERNS

 We are pleased to offer a wide variety of china, flatware and glassware patterns for your events. Samples are available upon request and are priced separately. Please contact the Catering Department for further information. 




Culinart at Stony Brook School
1 Chapman Parkway
Stony Brook, NY 11790
631.941.1568