University of St. Thomas

Policies

Liquor Policy

Groups requesting alcohol must follow the University’s guidelines.  The University does not have a liquor license to provide cash bars, nor to provide liquor to off-campus groups.  Please call and a catering representative will assist you with any questions you may have.

Service Fees

A 15% late fee will be added to events served after 7 p.m.

If a meal is delayed 30 minutes or more after the scheduled time or exceeds a 2 hour window of  service and program a 25% fee will be added.

Orders received within 24 hours of the event will be assessed a 15% late fee.

Applicable taxes will be applied to all external and cash orders.

• St. Paul and Binz 7.25%
• Minneapolis 10.40%

On-campus delivery charges vary.

All dining rooms have one basic set-up, but we are able to arrange the room to meet your specific needs.  However, special room set-ups require additional time and will be charged accordingly. 
(In Minneapolis please contact Facility Scheduling for Set-up needs)

Food Service is typically closed on holidays.  We may be able to accommodate events during a holiday; however we will adjust our charges to reflect additional labor costs.

We offer picnic style service if you would like a Chef during the time of your event a $75.00 service fee will be added for a minimum of 2 hours, additional time will be at a rate of $50.00 per hour.

We offer Chef Carving Services at your buffet event, if you would like a Carver during the time of your event a $75.00 service fee will be added for a minimum of 2 hours, additional time will be at a rate of $50.00 per hour.

Leftovers

We try to plan your event so that there will be little food left.  Please remember that, State Health Regulations, prevent us from allowing leftover food to be being taken after a catered event.

Special Services

Catering can supply for a nominal fee special amenities listed below.  We welcome special requests.

Votives                                                                                                                   1.50 
Vases                                                                                                                    1.50
Mirror Tiles                                                                                                            1.50
Stands and Numbers                                                                                         1.50
Disposable Plates                                                                                                .10 
Disposable Flatware                                                                                            .10
Disposable Cups                                                                                                  .10
Wine glasses                                                                                                         .50
Linen tablecloths                                                                                                3.00
Linen Napkins                                                                                                       .50
Paper tablecloths                                                                                                 2.25
Skirting                                                                                                                 20.00
Flowers, per request
China rental, per request                                                                     .50 per piece