Will you set up and clean up at my event?
Hallie Jane’s provides uniformed and trained servers to set up, serve, and clean-up the event. Hallie Jane’s does not use temporary services to staff any of our events.
Do you handle the alcohol order?
As Hallie Jane’s Catering is not licensed to sell alcohol, the customer must provide all alcoholic beverages. Hallie Jane’s can then provide everything else needed to outfit the bar, including the service of the alcoholic beverages.
Do you handle flowers and entertainment?
Hallie Jane’s is a full service catering company and can assist with any and all details in order to round out the “party experience”. We work with vendors and venues on a regular basis and are happy to recommend their services. Our preferred vendor list will put you in direct contact with decor and entertainment professionals with whom we have a successful relationship with. These vendors have provided high quality services that are both fair and reliable.
Can you help me with rental equipment?
Hallie Jane’s Catering has a large array of rental options available. If it so happens that we do not carry a specific rental equipment needed, we will be sure to put you in contact with trusted vendors who can meet your specific needs. In the event any rented goods are damaged, whether due to actions of the customer or their guests, the customer will be financially responsible for the replacement.
Rental items not booked through Hallie Jane’s will be the customer’s responsibility. Hallie Jane’s can provide the setup and break down of the rental items if the rental company or venue does not provide this service. It is the client’s responsibility to return any rental items to the appropriate companies. Hallie Jane’s will not be held responsible for any equipment independently rented by the customer.
What happens to the leftover food?
If the headcount is accurate, there is no legal obligation to distribute leftovers. If there are fewer guests than the headcount, the customer will receive the amount of food that was brought for the guaranteed headcount. There are no leftovers for a seated event if the headcount is accurate. There are Health Department and insurance guidelines regarding food storage and temperatures that prevent us from giving customers most food that has been on a buffet at room temperature during an event. In addition, regulations allow us to package only what can be consumed within a two day period.
When is my final headcount due and how will the price change if the estimated headcount changes?
The guaranteed headcounts are due no later than 10 business days (2 weeks) prior to your event. This headcount serves as the guarantee for the party and cannot be lowered after this point but may increase until 4 business days prior to the event. Changes in headcounts after this date may be subject to additional charges and there are no refunds or discounts if the headcount is not met.
Prices on menus are based on the initial headcount. If the guaranteed headcount drops below 15% of this number, Hallie Jane’s reserves the right to adjust the price accordingly.
When is my payment due?
If you choose Hallie Jane’s for your event, a non-refundable deposit of 1/3 of the estimated total must be sent to reserve the date. The final balance is due 7 business days prior to the date of the event. For repeat corporate events, the balance must be paid within 30 days after the event date to avoid late fees.
For events booked within 30 days of the event date, a 50% deposit is required. There is a maintenance fee of 3.5% for Visa, MC and AMEX.
