Contract catering agreement

About this document

This is a very flexible document. It can be used as a standard “terms and conditions” document for either a single assignment or an ongoing contract. All it needs is the addition, by reference, of a quotation providing all the information particular to the contract in hand.

Why use this document?

This document can be used either as the basis for negotiation or as a "terms and conditions" document when it will be put to a client on a "take-it-or-leave-it" basis before the contract is formed.

Do not risk your clients blaming you for matters beyond your control or as a result of a misunderstanding. Perhaps you have only small jobs or repeat customers who you don’t want to upset. But you must get the contract terms in writing so your work will progress smoothly.

A Caterer using this document may well find a good selling point in the provision of insurance and consequent acceptance of full liability.

Who will use this document?

• Any professional caterer, whether an individual or a large company

Application and features

• To be used for any single assignment, such as a wedding or other party
• Suits any catering contract, from a few sandwiches to a dinner for many people
• Provides a complete framework
• Short, simple, relevant, in plain English
• Helps protect your business

Contents

• Provisions for deposit and payment
• Reminder as to what caterer will supply
• Details of what client is expected to supply
• Cancellation provisions
• Limitation of caterer’s liability
• Other necessary legal provisions