TERMS & POLICIES

Culinary Experiences LLC | 2026

At Culinary Experiences LLC, we believe exceptional hospitality begins with clear communication. The following policies provide an overview of our booking, payment, and event guidelines. Complete terms are provided with your event agreement.

BOOKING & PAYMENT

A signed agreement and full payment of the contracted service fee are required to secure your event date.

Estimated grocery costs and anticipated event expenses are invoiced prior to the event and are due before the scheduled service date. Culinary Experiences LLC does not extend credit for event-related expenses.

Additional charges resulting from approved menu changes, additional guests, additional labor, extended service time, or unforeseen event requirements may apply.

Credit card and Venmo payments are subject to a 4% processing fee.

SEASONAL MENUS

Our menus are created around seasonal and locally sourced ingredients whenever possible. Ingredient availability may vary due to season, weather, harvest conditions, fishing conditions, and other factors outside our control. Reasonable substitutions may occasionally be necessary.

KITCHEN & VENUE REQUIREMENTS

Clients are responsible for providing a clean, accessible, and functioning kitchen and preparation area.

An empty dishwasher, adequate refrigerator/freezer space, clean dishes and cookware, sufficient counter space, and properly functioning appliances are required unless otherwise arranged with Culinary Experiences LLC.

Culinary Experiences LLC is happy to work with the unique characteristics of residential and vacation-rental kitchens; however, malfunctioning or inadequate equipment may require menu modifications or additional labor.

CLEANUP

Standard culinary cleanup is included with your private dining service and includes cleaning the primary preparation and cooking areas, washing dishes and cookware used for the contracted dinner, and addressing normal food spills and preparation debris created during service.

General housekeeping is not included.

Pre-existing dishes, excessive client or guest dishes, dishes brought from another residence, extensive floor cleaning, deep cleaning, or cleanup outside the normal scope of culinary service may incur additional labor charges.

STAFF MEALS

For extended events, Culinary Experiences LLC staff will be provided an appropriate opportunity to eat.

The Chef and authorized staff may consume a reasonable staff meal or portion using ingredients purchased for the event, provided adequate quantities remain for the Client and guests. Staff meals support both staff nourishment and culinary quality control.

For larger events requiring dedicated staff meals, additional staff-meal charges may apply as outlined in the event agreement.

GUEST COUNT & MENU CHANGES

Final guest counts are required no later than 7 days prior to the event.

Menu changes may be requested up to 14 days prior to the event and may result in additional ingredient or labor costs.

Additional guests are subject to availability, menu capacity, staffing, and applicable per-person charges.

CANCELLATIONS & RESCHEDULING

Cancellation and rescheduling terms vary according to event type, guest count, and timing.

Because each event requires advance planning, ingredient sourcing, staffing, and calendar commitments, deposits and prepayments may be subject to non-refundable terms.

Specific cancellation and rescheduling provisions are included in your event agreement.

TRAVEL

Events outside our standard service area may be subject to additional travel, lodging, staffing, and related expenses. These costs will be discussed and agreed upon prior to booking.

GRATUITY

Culinary Experiences LLC does not automatically charge gratuity.

Gratuity is entirely at the Client's discretion and may be provided directly to the Chef or service staff following the event.

CLIENT & GUEST CONDUCT

We are committed to providing a professional, respectful, and welcoming environment for our clients, guests, and event professionals.

Clients and guests are expected to treat Culinary Experiences LLC staff and other event professionals with courtesy and respect. Culinary Experiences LLC reserves the right to pause or discontinue service in the event of threatening, abusive, harassing, discriminatory, aggressive, or otherwise inappropriate behavior.

FOOD ALLERGIES & SAFETY

Please communicate all food allergies, intolerances, and dietary restrictions as early as possible.

Some menu items may contain raw or undercooked ingredients. Culinary Experiences LLC will make reasonable efforts to accommodate disclosed dietary requirements but cannot guarantee a 100% allergen-free environment in residential or shared kitchens.

INSURANCE & LIABILITY

Culinary Experiences LLC maintains appropriate business insurance.

Clients are responsible for damage caused by their guests or third parties and for securing personal valuables and property.

FULL TERMS

This page provides a general overview of our policies. Your signed event agreement and the complete Culinary Experiences LLC 2026 Terms & Policies govern your specific event.

Questions about our policies or your event? Please contact us directly.

We look forward to creating an exceptional private dining experience for you and your guests.