Catering Policies & Provisions

Thank you for choosing Muskegon Community College Food Service to cater your special event!  As early planning is the key to any successful event, the MCC Food Service requires the observance of the following provisions:

All requests for room utilization and food service arrangements should be made through Conference & Catering Services, Room 1106, at 231.777.0319.

Food service arrangements should be made at least 15 business days (Monday through Friday) prior to the date of their event (groups respecting this deadline will be given a 5 percent discount toward their catering charges).  At this time details such as menu, approximate number attending, type and degree of service (buffet or waited/china or paper/linen/etc.) decorations or color scheme should all be discussed.

1. Room requests:  All requests for room utilization must be completed before food service agreements become valid. All room reservations should be made through Conference & Catering Services, Room 1106, at 231.777.0319.
   
   
2. Ordering catering:  Once the event location has been determined, food service arrangements should be made at least 15 business days (Monday through Friday) prior to the date of your event (groups respecting this deadline will be given a 5% discount toward their catering charges). Menus for catering functions must be set at least 7 business days prior to the date of the event.  At this time details such as menu, approximate number attending, type and degree of service buffet or waited/china or paper/linen or color scheme should all be discussed.
    
3. Prices include:  Paper placemats for plated selections and/or buffet table coverings, paper napkins, appropriate dinnerware and flatware, as well as the setting and clearing of tables. Typically snacks and breaks are to be served with disposable goods and meals are to be served with china and stainless flatware.
    
4. Minimums:  Please note when ordering a selected catering item all minimums will be adhered to. 
    
5. Linen & China:  Linen tablecloths and napkins are available for meals at an additional $1.50 per guest. Linen table covers are available (ie. display or registration tables) for $5.00 each and table skirts and covers are available for $10.00 each. China and stainless flatware are available at all events for an additional $1.50 per guest. 
    
6. Decorations:  Included on buffet tables at listed prices; however, individual dining table centerpieces are the responsibility of the customer.
    
7. Guaranteed count:  A guaranteed count is necessary by noon at least 5 business days prior to the event. (With buffet service, food service prepares for 5% above the number provided to insure adequate portions for your guests.) After this time, the count may increase but may not decrease. The group will be charged for the guaranteed number, or the actual number, whichever is greater.
   
   
8. Cancellation: Food functions must be cancelled by noon at least 5 business days prior to the scheduled event. (Cancellations neglecting this deadline will be responsible for all costs, including any labor incurred while preparing for this event.) 
    
9. Invoicing: MCC will invoice all groups 2-4 weeks following their event. MCC Food Service employees may not accept money or checks for charged catering. A 15% gratuity is added to all events. Listed food prices do not include taxes.  Please notify Conference & Catering Services prior to your event if your organization is tax exempt. Some events require a deposit of ½ of the total amount, two weeks prior to the event. The remaining balance will be invoiced 2-4weeks following the event. 
    
10. Food Policy: All food and beverages served at MCC must be provided by the *MCC Food Service* and cannot be brought in due to Health Department licensing and liability with the omission of specialty decorated cakes. See Food Policy.

MCC Food Policy

Due to Health Department regulations and liability issues, food not prepared by the MCC Food Service cannot be served on the campus of Muskegon Community College and the Stevenson Center.  The state and local health authorities do not allow individuals to prepare or serve food without proper equipment and training.  Any food remaining after a catered event is the property of the MCC Food Service and cannot be taken from an event.

Exceptions may be approved for any organization that can provide a Certificate of Insurance for general and product liability for $1,000,000 to the Coordinator of College Services.  Such exceptions also require the group or organization to submit a complete list of the food being consumed and the food suppliers.  All events must comply with Muskegon Community College standards and custodial fees may apply.