Question 1

What is the Event Production Fee?

Accepted Answer

The event production fee is not a gratuity for staff.  It covers all of the back-end costs that go into the event aside from the food and the servers.  We do not charge for tastings, walk-throughs, room diagrams, insurance certificates, standard table linen, linen napkins, china, silverware or glassware rental, station props, etc.
As far as actual gratuities go, we pay our staff very well!  Our staff’s motto is that gratuities are “never necessary, never expected, and always appreciated.”

Question 2

Is a deposit required?

Accepted Answer

To guarentee your date and/or a room at Valley Beth Shalom, a non-refundable deposit is required.

Question 3

Am I able to bring in my own fruit, nuts and pastries for a traditional Persian sweet table?"

Accepted Answer

LA Kosher Catering has been designing traditional Persian sweet tables for many years and will work with you to design a table of your dreams.  Due to Kashrut & health code regulations, LA Kosher must provide all food at your event.

Question 4

Do I need to rent linen?

Accepted Answer

LA Kosher provides standard 85" square poly cotton table linen and napkins in a variety of colors.  For different linen sizes and fabrics, we are happy to recommend a linen rental company for you to contact.

Question 5

Do I need to rent china, glassware and silverware?"

Accepted Answer

As a kosher caterer, LA Kosher provides all your china, glassware and silverware.  The usages of our equipment is included with the Event Production fee.

Question 6

When do you need my guest count?

Accepted Answer

Your minimum guest count guarantee is due 14 days prior to your event.  If you need to increase your guest count from this guaranteed number, you may do so until 3 days prior.
 
Should you have additional guests arrive at your event, we will do our best to accomodate these guests and a supplemental invoice will be provided after the event.

Question 7

Do you have pre-set package options to select from?

Accepted Answer

LA Kosher is proud of its personal service to all our clients.  While we have a few sample menu options, we create a custom proposal for every event.

Question 8

What happens to leftover food?

Accepted Answer

Due to health regulations, food not consumed during the event remains the property of LA Kosher Catering and may not be removed by the client or guests. Since food is extremely perishable, LA Kosher holds the responsibility for maintaining food temperatures for the safety of the client and guests.

Question 9

What is a Banquet Captain/Manager?

Accepted Answer

A Banquet Captain/Manager facilitates the smooth execution of your event.  He/She coorindates with your event coordinator, DJ, and vendors to ensure a perfect event.

Question 10

Is there a different price for children?

Accepted Answer

Depending on the menus selcted, LA Kosher offers a child-friendly lunch/dinner buffet at a special rate.  We consider children to be ages 5-13.

Question 11

Do I need to tip the servers?

Accepted Answer

Our staff’s motto is that gratuities are “never necessary, never expected, and always appreciated.”

Question 12

What are my options for beverages?

Accepted Answer

LA Kosher Catering offers iced flat water, coffee, and hot teas at every event.  Clients have two options for other beverages:
Clients may provide their own sodas, wine, beer, and/or alcohol and LA Kosher will arrange for bartenders.
LA Kosher recommends the services of Liquid Catering that will supply everything necessary for your event.
Please contact our office for more information.

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