Pricing, menu and service availability subject to change due to the COVID-19 restrictions and
food shortages that are beyond our control. Please call for updates.
Payments
To book your event, a signed contract and a 20% (up to $500.00) non-refundable deposit is required. (In the event of a cancellation, this amount is non-refundable as liquidated damages.) This is the first payment and it will be applied to your event. Three months prior to your event, 50% of your estimated balance is due. The final payment is due 10 days prior to the event.
We accept cash, check, VISA, MasterCard, and Discover. Payments can be make online via a secure payment link upon request.
We accept cash, check, VISA, MasterCard, and Discover. Payments can be make online via a secure payment link upon request.
Gratuities
Gratuities are at the customer's discretion and are not automatically imposed on the invoice. We feel that a gratuity should be earned based on the service received rather than simply charged to the customer. Suggested gratuity is 18-21% of the total invoice.
Contract
A signed contract is required for events. Please click HERE to review our contract. Contact us to schedule an appointment today!
Finalization of Your Event
All of the specific details will be discussed and finalized two weeks prior to your event to ensure that none of the details have changed. This can typically be done via phone. If you'd like to finalize in person, an appointment is required. Items that will be confirmed include:
*Sterk's Catering, Inc. does not have agreements to provide "extra" food at, or for any venue.
All details will be discussed with John or Shelly Sterk, Event Coordinators; they can be reached at 440-775-0028.
- Date
- Location of event
- Dinner serving time
- Arrival time - our staff will arrive approximately 45 minutes to one hour prior to your scheduled serve time
- Guaranteed guest count (minimum 25 weekdays/100 weekends) - include all guests, family, bridal party, professionals (DJ, Photographer, Bartenders, Venue staff, etc.)
- Service style
- Per person price
- Balance Due
- Menu selection
- Linen color selection (time for pick up or setup based on selected service)
- Table count and style (head, cake, gift, guest - quantities - long or round)
- Reminder that Sterk's Catering does not provide paper products for the bar or the cake
- Linen Return (next day between 10am-12pm to prevent late fee of $100.00 per day)
*Sterk's Catering, Inc. does not have agreements to provide "extra" food at, or for any venue.
All details will be discussed with John or Shelly Sterk, Event Coordinators; they can be reached at 440-775-0028.
Delivery Fees
Delivery fees apply to all drop off services. Delivery is included in full service events. *Saturday deliveries are available for orders of $200.00 or more (excluding delivery fee) or based on availability.
Trip Fees
Trip Fees apply to full service caterings at venues outside of our normal service area. Our service area includes Lorain County and portions of Huron and Erie Counties; all other locations are outside of our normal service area. These nominal fees (typically $50-$100) are billed based on the round trip travel time from our location in Oberlin to your venue location. Contact us for a quote.
Beverages
*Beverages are an optional service. Our beverages include fresh brewed Iced Tea (unsweetened), Lemonade (or Punch), and Coffee (regular). When beverages are provided, disposable hot and cold cups, sugar, sweetener, and creamer are included. Beverages are intended as supplemental beverages for the dinner hour only and are not intended for the entire event. Bar or other beverage services must be provided for both before and after dinner.
*Ice water is included in our Formal and Elegant packages during the dinner hour only
We do not provide alcohol or bartending services. We also do not provide cups, wash services, etc. for the bar.
*Ice water is included in our Formal and Elegant packages during the dinner hour only
We do not provide alcohol or bartending services. We also do not provide cups, wash services, etc. for the bar.
Other Charges
There are no other charges as long as all menu items are selected from our menu options. (Ex. if you'd like Prime Rib, there would be an upcharge). Our prices are pretty much all inclusive in efforts to make this as easy on our customers as possible. To determine your estimated total for your event, simply take your estimated guest count and multiply that by the price per person for the service style of your choice. It's that simple!
Damage Fees
Unfortunately, there are times when items are damaged and have to be replaced. When items are damaged, you will be notified and charged for the replacement of the damaged product; you will receive the damaged product that is being replaced.
- Linen Table Coverings, Napkins, Sashes, Runners, Chair Covers - current replacement fee from the linen rental company
- Glassware - $2.00 each
- Late Return Fee - $100.00 per day (Linens must be returned the next day between 10am-12pm)
Cancellations
In the unfortunate situation you must cancel your event with Sterk's Catering, the reservation deposit that secured the catering services for the Event Date is not refundable under any circumstances. Customer shall pay Sterk’s 50% of the Balance Due within 3 days of the cancellation. Cancellations must be done in writing via email.
Deposits are not transferable with the exception of a pandemic. In the event of a government issued pandemic shutdown, deposits will be transferred for the same services within 12 months of the pandemic being lifted. Additional fees may be incurred due to any restrictions required to services; the then current price may apply.
Deposits are not transferable with the exception of a pandemic. In the event of a government issued pandemic shutdown, deposits will be transferred for the same services within 12 months of the pandemic being lifted. Additional fees may be incurred due to any restrictions required to services; the then current price may apply.