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- Do you require a deposit?
We ask for a 300.00 initial payment for most social
events. This will reserve a placement on our calendar
for your event. We’ll gladly accept checks or credit
card payments.
- How far in advance do I need to reserve my date?
Wedding receptions typically book 4-12 months in
advance. We suggest reserving your date as soon as it is
confirmed and you have 72 hours before your event date
to confirm the actual attendees. Summer weekends and all
dates in December fill very quickly.
- Are you insured?
We are fully licensed and insured for product liability.
All company vans and trucks carry a commercial
automobile insurance. Our staffs are covered by
California state workers compensation.
- Do you provide tastings?
Yes. Our Chef is happy to prepare a menu of your
choice when you come in to plan your event. Tasting are
generally held in our restaurant during Monday to Friday
between 12-4 pm. Please call to schedule an appointment
with one of our event planners.
- Can I make up my own menu or make changes in your
menus?
Absolutely! We love to help you create a special
menu just for your party!
- Can you provide for vegetarian and special
dietary needs?
We have wide variety of vegetarian, vegan and other
special needs menu items. When you come in to plan your
event, we will discuss your dietary needs and suggest a
menu that will be suitable for you and your guests.
Please tell us if we need to consider food allergies.
- Is there a charge for cutting the cake?
Absolutely not! We include complimentary wedding
cake cutting services, when your event requires our
professional servers.
- Can your staff help with serving alcohol?
Yes.
- Can you provide bartenders for my party?
Yes. The fee is $25 per hour for a minimum of 4 hrs. We also provide a package service which includes one bartender for 5 hours as well as alcohol liability insurance of a million dollars. We will also provide ice, tubs and cocktail napkins for the bar. No corkage
fee ~ 250.00.
Additional bartender ~ 25.00 per hr (minimum of 4 hrs).
- How much does your server cost?
Our staffs are available at the rate of $25 per hour
with a minimum of 4 hours. Our staffs will start thirty
minutes prior to your serving time. In the even if they
are needed more than 4 hours as scheduled, our staff
will notify you to make arrangement or vice versa.
- How many staff will be at my event?
The number of staff needed depends on the menu
chosen, how many guests you are expecting and whether
you choose china or disposable products. When we prepare
your proposal, estimated hours and costs for staff will
be included.
- How will I know what my total event cost will be?
After meeting with one of our professional event
planners and discussing your needs for the event, we
will prepare an itemized estimate for you. There will be
separate line items for food, staff, rental equipment,
china, and linens. Staffs cost may varies depending on
the length of time needed for their service.
- Can you take care of china, glassware and linens
for me?
We have many patterns of china, flatware and
glassware available, as well as a full color range of
linens. We also work with a specialty linen company for
very special occasions. Ask your event coordinator to
see our sample fabrics. Once you make your choices, we
will order and arrange for delivery of rental items. We
also coordinate the set up the day of your event.
- How about tents, tables and chairs?
A full range of styles and sizes are available from
our rental vendors. Usually we have the rental company
tent person come to your location to measure for tent
needs.
- Do you require a contract?
Yes. E-mail us at
info@hannibalscatering.com if you would like a copy.
- Do you charge a gratuity on your bill?
We do not put gratuities on our invoices unless
directed to do so by the client. Gratuities are left to
your discretion. A gratuity of 20-50.00 per staff member
or a percentage of the total is customary.
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