CATERING POLICIES

Contact

You may contact the catering team at Trine University at anytime using the contact information below:

Phone: 260.665.4278
Email: bamco_cater@trine.edu
Web: trine.cafebonappetit.com

Space Reservations

Trine University departments should contact Event Scheduling at 260.665.4178 to reserve space and establish a reservation. All others may contact our office at the contact information listed above. The information listed below will aid our team in starting a memorable event for you and your guests, please have as much information as possible:

  • Date and Time of Event
  • Location of Event
  • Estimated Number of Guests
  • A Brief Description of the Event
  • Budget Considerations
  • Your Overall Vision of the Event

Changes to Guidelines

Any change to these listed guidelines requires approval, via a signed contract, signed by both the client and General Manager and/or Catering Manager with Bon Appétit Management Company on the Campus of Trine University.

Guarantee of Guest Count

An initial number of attending guests will be required and used to create a contract and determine a deposit (if applicable). At the time the contract is signed, an updated count may be used. Should no further count updates be provided to Bon Appétit Management Company, the minimum number charged will be the count on the signed contract.

We request an updated guest count two weeks prior to your event. Your final guaranteed guest count is due five business days prior to your event. You will be charged for no less than this provided count.

You may add guests to your account (up to 5% of your final guaranteed count) up to 72 hours prior to your event.

Cancellations

Cancellations must be made at least seven business days prior to the scheduled event for a full refund of your deposit. Cancellations made between four and six business days will result in a cancellation fee, equal to 50% of your anticipated final balance. Cancellations made without a minimum of three business days will result in a forfeit of all funds paid to Bon Appétit Management Company. In the event of a natural disaster or other like scenario, Bon Appétit Management Company will work with you to reschedule your event at no cost to you, but only at the discretion of Bon Appétit Management Company

Services Offered

Bon Appétit Management Company offers several different types of service. The Catering Team will be happy to consult with you to assist you in choosing the service that best fits your event and budget.

Décor

The cost of your event, in most cases, includes linen. No centerpieces or other decorations are included. Additionally, Bon Appétit Management Company does not offer any decorations ordecorating services.

Service Charges, Pricing, Inclusions, Tax and Delivery

Service Charges

Pricing

 

 

Prices listed online and within our Catering Guide are based upon on-campus events using disposable flatware. Any off-campus events or china service requested will accrue additional fees/price increases.

A minimum fee of $2.00 per person will be added for any events with china service requested. China service based upon availability. Please contact the Catering Team for more information.  

Tax

Any and all applicable taxes shall be assessed per current regulation and law. All prices in this Guide do not include any taxes.

Delivery

All events that occur off the main campus of Trine University in Angola, IN will incur a delivery charge, dependent upon distance from Trine University, with a minimum charge of $50.

Bon Appétit Management Company On The Campus of Trine University
1 University Ave
Angola, IN 46703
260.665.4278