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01 Order Minimums
- $500 minimum order total applies to all catering orders.
- Meals & Combos: Minimum 25 servings
- Trays: Minimum 25 servings.
- Hors d’oeuvres / Heat & Eat: Minimum 50 pieces.
- Dessert Options: Minimum 25 servings.
02 Pricing & Payment
- All prices are listed per person or per piece as indicated on the menu.
- Indiana sales tax applies to the food subtotal and delivery/setup fee.
- A 10% Delivery & Setup Fee is added to every order. This covers delivery staff and setup, not gratuity.
- Gratuities are optional and at the customer’s discretion; a tip line is provided.
03 Deposits & Final Payment
- A non-refundable $200 Save the Date deposit is required to secure your order.
- A 50% deposit is due once menu selections are confirmed.
- The final balance is due one week before the event.
- Late payments may incur a 5% late fee per week overdue.
- Returned checks are subject to a $50 fee.
04 Delivery & Setup
- Service is drop-off and buffet-style self-serve only, unless additional attendants are contracted.
- Food is presented on high-quality disposable trays. No returns are required.
- Setup of food is included with delivery.
- Serving utensils (tongs/spoons) are provided with trays and hors d’oeuvres.
- Combo meals include food only. Box lunches include silverware packs; other meals do not.
- Add-ons (plates, silverware packs, beverages, chafing dishes) are available separately.
- Delivery times are quoted at order confirmation; delays due to traffic, weather, or venue access are not the responsibility of Happy Everything Catering.
05 Staffing (Optional)
- On-site attendants may be requested at $100 per hour per staff member, 3-hour minimum.
- Attendants assist with replenishing food, clearing trays, and customer service.
06 Additional Add-Ons
Available upon request for an additional charge:
- Large Dinner Plates – $1.00 each
- Small Dessert Plates – $0.50 each
- Silverware Packs – $1.50 each (includes fork, knife, spoon, napkin, salt, pepper)
- Chafing Dishes – $25 each (with fuel, disposable, customer keeps them)
- Cold Beverages – $2.00 each (Coke, Diet Coke, Sprite, Bottled Water)
07 Changes & Cancellations
- Menu changes or cancellations must be made at least 72 hours in advance.
- Orders cancelled with less than 72 hours’ notice are subject to full charge.
- Deposits are non-refundable but may be applied to a future order at the company’s discretion.
08 Food Safety & Allergies
- Customers must disclose allergies or dietary restrictions when ordering.
- While best efforts are made, cross-contamination cannot be fully guaranteed.
- Food should be consumed within 2 hours of delivery or stored properly. Happy Everything Catering accepts no liability once food leaves our care.
- Leftovers are the customer’s responsibility.
09 Liability & Service Conditions
Happy Everything Catering is not responsible for:
- Delays due to traffic, weather, or venue access.
- Equipment issues caused by customer misuse.
- Venue-related restrictions, access issues, or damage not caused by our staff.
- Substitutions of equal or greater value may be made if ingredients are unavailable.
- In the event of unforeseen circumstances (illness, natural disaster, etc.), Happy Everything Catering reserves the right to cancel or reschedule service without liability beyond refunding amounts paid.
10 Legal Protections
- Limitation of Liability: Happy Everything Catering’s liability shall not exceed the amount paid for the order.
- Indemnification: Customer agrees to indemnify and hold harmless Happy Everything Catering and its owners, employees, and agents against any claims arising from misuse of food, improper storage, or customer negligence.
- Force Majeure: Neither party shall be held responsible for circumstances beyond reasonable control (acts of God, government restrictions, natural disasters, etc.).
