Legal Notice

Breaking Bread Catering: Terms & Conditions of Service

Welcome to Breaking Bread Catering. By accessing our website or booking our professional catering services, you (the “Client”) agree to be bound by the following legally binding terms and guidelines.

1. Booking, Deposits, and Payment

Reservation: A booking is only considered “Confirmed” upon receipt of a signed Service Agreement and a non-refundable deposit of  50%.

Final Payment: The remaining balance is due in full after receiving your full order on the event date.

Guest Count: A final guaranteed guest count is required 7 business days before the event. If the actual count is lower, the Client will still be billed for the guaranteed count. If higher, additional charges will apply.

2. Cancellations and Refunds

Because we commit resources and staff specifically for your date, the following cancellation schedule applies:

30+ Days Prior: Deposit is forfeited (or applied as credit at Chef’s discretion).

15–29 Days Prior: Client is responsible for 50% of the total contract value.

8–14 Days Prior: Client is responsible for 75% of the total contract value.

7 Days or Less: Client is responsible for 100% of the total contract value.

3. Menu Substitutions & Market Availability

Breaking Bread Catering reserves the right to make reasonable substitutions to the menu in the event of unforeseen market shortages or poor ingredient quality. We will substitute items with those of equal or greater value and similar flavor profiles. Major changes (primary proteins) will be communicated to the Client immediately.

4. Food Safety and Leftover Liability

Safety Window: All food is prepared to be consumed within two (2) hours of initial service.

Disposal: Staff will dispose of any “Time and Temperature Control for Safety” (TCS) foods held at room temperature for over two hours per health department regulations.

Leftovers: If the Client chooses to keep leftovers, Breaking Bread Catering is released from all liability regarding illness or injury resulting from the subsequent storage, handling, or reheating of said food once staff has departed.

5. Staffing, Service, and Overtime

Standard Service: Quotes include staffing for the duration specified in the agreement.

Overtime: If the event exceeds the contracted end time due to Client or Venue delays, an overtime rate of 1.5 times the standard hourly rate per staff member/per hour will be billed.

Vendor Meals: For events exceeding five hours of total staff time, the Client agrees to provide a meal for each catering staff member.

6. Force Majeure (Unforeseen Events)

Neither party shall be liable for failure to perform duties due to “Acts of God” (natural disasters, fire, flood), war, government-mandated shutdowns, or infrastructure failure. In such cases, Breaking Bread Catering will work to reschedule the event.

7. Website Use & Intellectual Property

All content on the Breaking Bread website, including menus, photography, and logos, is the exclusive property of Breaking Bread. Unauthorized use or reproduction is strictly prohibited.