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Prices
Florida State Sales Tax of 7.5% and a 22% service charge are added to all prices.

Additional fees for servers and chefs will apply. These fees will be based on menu, set up and complexity of the event. Service charge is taxable in the state of Florida.

Deposits & Payments
A non-refundable deposit of $2,500 is due with the signed contract and will be applied toward your final balance.

• A second payment equal to 50% of the estimated banquet check is due one hundred and twenty (120) days prior to your event.

• A third payment equal to 75% of the estimated banquet check is due sixty (60) days prior to your event.

• The estimated final balance is due ten (10) business days prior to your event along.

• All payments are accepted in the form of bank check, credit card or cash. For final payment a bank check must be received no later than ten (10) business days prior to your event. No personal checks will be accepted..

Food and Beverage Guarantee
A firm guarantee of attendance must be given to the catering/sales department ten (10) business days prior to your event. The number is not subject to reduction.

Additional Function Time
If you decide to extend your function past the initial time allotted for your event you will be subject to additional charges.

Vendor Meals
Vendor Meals are provided at a reduced cost of $38.95 each. These normally consist of Photographer, DJ, Coordinator, etc.

Wedding Cakes
We do not provide wedding cakes. We can recommend several local talented vendors for you to contact.

Tables, Chairs and Linens
We are able to provide 60” round tables, white padded folding chairs, silverware, china & glassware. If you prefer something custom for your event we can assist in ordering through an outside vendor. We provide solid poly linen in the color of your choice.

Tasting
We are happy to provide a tasting for you once you have signed a contract and provided a deposit for your event with Great Events Catering. All tasting appointments are based on availability. Should you want to schedule a tasting with our team prior to confirming your event there will be a $150 per person charge plus tax. These tastings are based on availability and will be chef’s choice.

Set Up
We require that we are at your venue at least 4 hours before the start of your event to setup. It is your responsibility to secure your venue accordingly, incurring any expenses required to secure same.

Our staff will set up Great Events Catering items at your venue (buffet, tables, chairs, stations, grills, etc.)

Our staff is not responsible for affixing chair ties, specialty linens, lights, welcome table items, etc.

Our staff requires at least one hour after your event to break down all of Great Events Catering equipment and to remove same from your venue. It is your responsibility to secure your venue accordingly, incurring any expenses required to secure same.

Children’s Meals
Children’s Meals can be provided for your event.
These meals are offered as follows: Children ages 4 – 12 years of age = $28.95 each