Sample Copy for Contracts/Agreements - #2 - Cancellation

These are simply educational examples of possible contract language. Don’t use any of these clauses  without approval from your attorney.

Cancellation and Postponements

a) Customer understands that once a contract is signed, the caterer may decline other profit-making opportunities for that day. Accordingly, the client will be responsible for the entire contract cost even if the event is cancelled.

b) Customer understands that as the event date comes closer, the caterer has hired event staff, purchased foods and beverages and contracted for kitchen labor. Accordingly, the client will be responsible for the entire contract cost even if the event is cancelled.

c) If the client notifies the caterer in ample time, the caterer will make every effort to rebook the date or lower the amount of the loss. In this case, these savings will be passed along to the client.

d) If the client’s guest count drops more than 40 percent from the original guarantee, the caterer has the right to cancel the contract unless a higher price is negotiated to offset the loss of profit.

e) In the event that a client cancels the function with not less than two weeks prior to the date, 50 percent of the deposit will be retained by the caterer. If the event is cancelled with less than one week notice, the client will be responsible for the entire amount due.

f ) In the event of the cancellation of your reception within thirty (30) days after booking, the full initial payment will be refunded. If cancellation occurs more than 30 days after booking, appropriate administrative costs will be deducted. Receptions cancelled less than sixty (60) days prior to the event will forfeit all deposits. Rental charges, with the exception of tent deposits and specialty linen rental will be removed from the total invoice if notice of cancellation is received ten (10) days in advance of your event.

g) As we have already established a relationship, (caterer) will apply one half of the reservation fee already paid and all additional payments to your new date. Should we be able to book your original date with a comparable event, (caterer) will apply all payments to your new date, less a $250 administrative fee. Should you wish to reschedule your event, we will make every effort to accommodate your request.

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