Food, Beverage, Vendors, Décor,

     Personal Belongings, & Gifts

1. Anything brought in by the Client must be approved ahead of time, and the appropriate Waiver must be signed prior to the Event start time.

2. ​Details​

   1. Outside Food & Beverage

      1. ​Beverage: A corkage fee will be applied to all outside beverages brought into The Chef’s Table. Outside beverages are only allowed if it is a beverage that we cannot obtain and provide to ourselves.

      2. Food: The Chef’s Table is not liable for the safety, contents, preparation, and presentation of edible items brought in by the Clients or Client’s Guests. A fee may be applied to food that requires additional servicing or replaces food otherwise typically provided by The Chef’s Table.

   2. Vendors:

      1. The Chef’s Table requires the contact information of all outside Vendors operating within our space. Needs for refrigeration space, food requirements (as outlined in their contracts), supply needs, etc. are required prior to the date of the Event.

   3. Décor: The Chef’s Table is not responsible for setting up, storage of, or handling of any Décor brought into the space.

      1. All Décor must be pre-approved and listed on a Waiver.

      2. All Décor must be set up by the Client and the Client is required to pack up all Décor prior to Client departure. If a Guest will be packing up Décor instead of the contracted Client, this person must be designated ahead of time on the Décor waiver.

      3. A Setup and/or Cleaning Fee will be applied if The Chef’s Table needs to setup or take down any of Client’s Décor. Décor left at The Chef’s Table will be disposed of. 

      4. With Approval of The Chef’s Table prior to the Event date, arrangements may be made to pick up Décor the following Business Day and no more than 72 hours after Event start time. Décor left at The Chef’s Table over 72 hours will be disposed of.

      5. Décor Stipulations - You will be charged an automatic minimum cleaning fee of $250 for any items, such as those below, brought into our space by you or your guests.

      6. No nails, staples, tacks, or glue will be allowed to fasten decorations. If used, adhesive tape must be gaffers tape and removed after the Event.

      7. No confetti, sequins, or glitter is permitted. Any such decor, in any shape or form (in balloons, on your outfit, with your decorations, on a gift bag brought by a guest, etc), is strictly prohibited at The Chef’s Table.  If there is any glitter or confetti left behind, or if a guest’s outfit has sequins, glitter, or sheds excessively, you will be charged an automatic cleaning fee of $250. Based on the severity, The Chef’s Table reserves the right to charge more or to hire a professional cleaning company, billed to the client.

      8. Thrown, tossed, or scattered items are not permitted; examples include but are not limited to uncooked rice, popcorn, flower petals, streamers, confetti, etc. 

      9. Bubbles, wish papers, sparklers, and other such items are only permitted outdoors.

      10. Candles must be in an enclosed Glass Container. No Tapers or other open flames are allowed.

      11. Flowers – The Chef’s Table recommends that flowers are mostly unscented. All flowers and vessels remaining in the building at the end of the Event will be disposed of.

      12. We want to enjoy your event as much as you do! Please do not bring any items into our space that cause a mess, even if they are  not specified here. 

   4. Personal Belongings: The Chef’s Table is not responsible for any Personal Belongings brought in by the Client or Client’s guests. Personal Belongings that are found after the Event will be kept for 72 hours. If The Chef’s Table is not contacted about said items within 72 hours, they will be disposed of.

   5. Gifts: Any Gifts brought into The Chef’s Table may not be consumed or used in any way without either a Food & Beverage or Décor Brought In Waiver signed. ​

      1. If guests will be bringing gifts to your event, please ask them to not use gift bags or wrapping paper with glitter. You will be charged an automatic minimum cleaning fee of $250 for any such items brought into our space by you or your guests.

      2. Client is responsible for taking gifts with them at the end of the evening. The Chef’s Table will hold gifts for a maximum of 72 hours. Gifts left longer than 72 hours after Event start time will be donated.

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Cancellations

1. In the event of any cancellation, The Chef’s Table is released from all contractual obligations, shall in no way be held responsible or liable in any manner whatsoever for non-performance, and The Chef’s Table shall be entitled to retain any and all payment made by Clients to The Chef’s Table.

2. The Chef's Table reserves the right to charge the credit card on file for the entire event balance in the event of cancellation. The Chef's Table will typically immediately charge the credit card on file or up to three (3) days thereafter, however, The Chef's Table reserves the right to charge the credit card on file for any outstanding balance at any time after this three (3) day period, at The Chef's Table's discretion.

3. Either party to this Contract may terminate the Contract, at will, with proper notice pursuant to the terms herein. Official notice of the termination of the Contract must be given to either Clients or The Chef’s Table via email signed by the contract signer and from the email address the event is booked under, and The Chef’s Table shall be entitled to retain all payments made and collect any associated cancellation fees due to The Chef’s Table by Clients.

4. If cancelling within 72 hours of your event start time, please notify The Chef's Table via telephone at 414-277-7676 along with sending the written email confirmation. 

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Transfers

1. Clients deciding to transfer to a new date will have a period of (6) months from the original event date to reschedule. If a new date is not selected during that time, the event is then considered a Cancellation and paid amounts will not be transferred to a new event if Client rebooks.

2. Transfers are allowed ONCE, within the parameters listed below. To transfer, the Client must pay the outstanding balance on the reservation and any applicable transfer fees listed below. Balance payments will be applied to the future event date, fees will not be applied. 

3. First Transfer ​

   1. For 2-3 Guests:

      1. May be transferred (with no fees) up to 4 days prior to event date.

         1. Within 4 days, $25 Per Person Transfer Fee.

   2. For 4-6 Guests:

      1. May be transferred (with no fees) if more than 10 days prior to event date.

         1. Within 10 days, $25 Per Person Transfer Fee.

   3. ​For 7-16 Guests:

      1. May be transferred (with no fees) if more than 30+ days prior to event date.​

         1. Within 11-29 days, $25 Per Person Transfer Fee.

         2. Within 10 days of the Event: No transfers allowed, this is considered a Cancellation. Full event payment is required as outlined in the Cancellation section.

   4. For 16+ Guests:

      1. May be transferred (with no fees) if more than 60 days prior to event date. 

         1. Within 10-59 days, $25 Per Person Transfer Fee.​

4. Second Transfer 

   1. Only one (1) transfer per booked event is allowed. A request for another transfer after the first one is considered a Cancellation and is, in that case, outlined in the Cancellation section. ​

5. Transfer due to positive COVID-19 (or other, similar highly contagious and testable pathogens) tests will be allowed to transfer with proof of a positive test result of an attendee, and only if their name had previously been submitted and listed as a guest (i.e. in a guest list or seating chart).

   1. Prior to 48 hours, incurs a $25/per person transfer fee.

   2. Within 48 hours, incurs a $35/per person transfer fee.

   3. The Client can instead choose to cancel and forfeit the paid deposit. 

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Allergies & Dietary Restrictions

1. The Chef’s Table is committed to meeting the needs of guests who have special dietary needs such as food allergies, intolerances, vegan, or made-without-gluten. All allergies and dietary restrictions must be communicated and added to the proposal at the time of the Guarantee, a minimum of 7 days prior to the event. We can not guarantee the accommodation of allergies or restrictions communicated less than 7 days prior. It is the client’s responsibility to ensure that all are included and listed correctly.

2. Celiac Disease: Please be aware that our facility is only set up to make “without-gluten items” - not “gluten-free items.” With this in mind, we encourage our guests with Celiac disease to talk to our Culinary Brigade before eating at our events to determine if our facilities can in fact serve you safe food.

3. Nut Allergy: The Chef’s Table cannot guarantee that any product on our menu is totally free from nuts, nut derivatives or other ingredients to which guests may have a serious allergic reaction as we cannot operate in a nut free environment. We would therefore advise guests with a severe allergy to nuts to talk to our Culinary Brigade before eating at our events to determine if our facilities can in fact serve you safe food.

4. Commercial Foods: The Chef’s Table will take reasonable steps to identify ingredients which may cause allergic reactions for those with food allergies, however, there is a possibility that manufacturers of the commercial foods that The Chef’s Table uses could change the formulation at any time without notice. Clients concerned with food allergies need to be aware of this risk.

   1. The Chef’s Table will not assume any liability for any adverse reactions to foods consumed.

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Cleaning and Damage Fees

1. Cleaning Fee: A cleaning fee may apply if excessive clean-up is required following your event.

   1. Examples Requiring Cleaning Fees Include, but are not limited to: Broken Glass, Human Waste, Décor Items Left Out, Glitter or Other Shedding Product (either on Guest Outfits, Gifts, or Stand-Alone), Dry-Cleaning, Carpet Cleaning, etc.

   2. The cleaning fee is determined at our discretion and based on the complexity and foulness of the cleaning needs. The Chef’s Table will automatically apply the fee and will provide explanation upon request.

2. Damage: If our property is damaged during the event by the negligent act or omission or willful misconduct of the Client or its invitees, the Client agrees to be responsible for reasonable direct costs related to the repairs.  

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Inappropriate, Illegal, and/or Unlawful Behavior

1. Cooperation & Respect: Clients agree to cooperate fully and respectfully (as defined by The Chef's Table) with all individuals employed at The Chef’s Table. Clients are responsible for ensuring Clients’ Guests cooperate fully and respectfully (as defined by The Chef's Table) with all individuals employed at The Chef’s Table, spanning the entire planning time, duration of the event, and after the event.

1. Inappropriate Behavior: The Chef’s Table reserves the right to deem behavior inappropriate.

   1. Inappropriate Behavior of Clients or Guests Includes, but is not Limited to:

      1. Threatening, abusive, harassing, defamatory, libelous, deceptive, fraudulent, invasive of another's privacy, sexual harassment, or any similar behavior.

      2. Disrespecting antiques & décor (even if it is not broken or damaged), accessing areas that are not included in the Event rental (i.e. 2nd floor, office, elevator, or workshop), opening or pouring of alcoholic beverages, theft or mocking of theft of property, sexual activity or interaction, or any similar behavior.

   2. Illegal or Unlawful: Client agrees that neither they nor any of their Guests will engage in any unlawful or illegal behavior while on The Property.

   3. Removal In the event of any violation of this provision by the Client or any of his or her Guests, The Chef’s Table reserves the right to require Client or Guests to leave the Premises. If the Client or Guest do not immediately leave the Premises, the Authorities will be called.

   4. Incurrence of Fees: Behavior that causes prolonged Staff supervision or management, repeated behavior, failure to vacate the Premises, behavior partook by Clients or Guests that is discovered after departure, and other such actions, will result in an Inappropriate, Illegal, and/or Unlawful Behavior Fee to be charged to Client, determined at the discretion of The Chef’s Table.

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Over-Intoxication

1. The Chef’s Table reserves the right to refuse service. Any Client or Guest deemed over-intoxicated may be required to leave the Property.

   1. Any Employee of The Chef’s Table reserves the right refuse immediate service if they believe a Client or Guest is overly-intoxicated. A Member of the Management Team will judge level of intoxication and may require such person’s immediate departure from the property.

   2. If a Client or Guest is removed from the property, The Chef’s Table will not refund or replace unconsumed or unserved food or beverages.

   3. If deemed necessary by The Chef’s Table, Taxi service may be arranged and billed to the Client’s credit card on file if the Client or Guest is deemed too intoxicated to drive their vehicle and refuses to elicit one on their own behalf.

2. Clients acknowledge and agree that The Chef’s Table LLC is not responsible for monitoring the consumption of alcohol by Clients and Guests. Clients shall indemnify and hold harmless The Chef’s Table for any alcohol-related or other third-party claims.

3. Clients agree that, to the fullest extent permitted by law, The Chef’s Table LLC’s maximum total liability for any claims, breaches or damages by reason of any act or omission, including breach of contract and negligence, shall be limited solely to the total dollar amount of the any Event Payments paid by Clients to The Chef’s Table.

4. Clients agree that, to the fullest extent permitted by law, The Chef’s Table LLC shall not be liable for any claims for punitive damages, consequential damages, emotional distress, mental anguish, lost profit, loss of enjoyment, lost revenues and/or replacement costs.

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Additional Terms & Conditions

1. This agreement and any agreement signed henceforth is to provide a service, as listed above, and does not guarantee that any specific physical item will be in the space at the date and time of your event. All promotional photos are examples, and those examples are not legally binding confirmation of event set up. The Chef’s Table reserves the right to aesthetically decorate the space as they so choose.

2. This agreement and any agreement signed henceforth is to provide a service, as listed above, and does not guarantee the attendance of any specific individuals. Owner of The Chef's Table, Chef David Magnasco may or may not be in attendance for all or some of the event. The Director of Operations, Secily Clason, may or may not be in attendance for all or some of the event. The time of either can be “rented” to ensure their presence at the event for $500 (Owner) and $250 (Director of Operations). The Chef’s Table ensures that Client will have a professional and trained service staff and Culinary Brigade for the event.

3. This Agreement & Provided Information in Links represent the entire understanding between the parties and supersedes all previous agreements, whether oral or written between the parties. No change or modification of this Agreement shall be valid unless the same be in writing and signed by the party against whom enforcement is sought.

4. Clients agree to cooperate fully and respectfully (as defined by The Chef's Table) with all individuals employed at The Chef’s Table and are responsible for ensuring Clients’ guests cooperate fully and respectfully (as defined by The Chef's Table) with all individuals employed at The Chef’s Table, spanning the entire planning time, duration of the event, and until full event completion when the Final Payment is succeeded.

5. The Chef’s Table shall perform the Services in a professional manner and endeavor to plan and execute a successful event for Clients. Clients understand and agree that events are fast moving and often unpredictable, with unexpected circumstances that may arise during the course of the planning process and/or on the day(s) of the event, and The Chef’s Table cannot offer refunds following the occurrence of such circumstances. 

6. Clients acknowledge and agree that The Chef’s Table is not responsible for monitoring the consumption of alcohol by Clients and Clients’ event guests and Clients shall indemnify The Chef’s Table for any alcohol-related or other third-party claims. Clients agree that, to the fullest extent permitted by law, The Chef’s Table’s maximum total liability for any claims, breaches or damages by reason of any act or omission, including breach of contract and negligence, shall be limited solely to the dollar amount of the fees paid by Clients to The Chef’s Table.  Clients agree that, to the fullest extent permitted by law, The Chef’s Table shall not be liable for any claims for punitive damages, consequential damages, emotional distress, mental anguish, lost profit, loss of enjoyment, lost revenues and/or replacement costs.

7. This agreement shall be governed by the laws of the State of Wisconsin and any disputes arising under this agreement shall be adjudicated in Milwaukee County, Wisconsin. In the event that it becomes necessary to institute legal action to enforce compliance with the terms of this Agreement, the parties agree that, at the conclusion of such legal proceedings, the losing party shall be solely responsible for all legal fees and costs incurred by the prevailing party, such fees and costs to be taxed by the court, including fees incurred during pre-trial, trial, and any applicable appeal or appeals.

   1. Survivability: In the event that any part of this contract is found to be non-binding, all parties shall continue to be bound by all other parts/sections which will remain in effect.

8. The Chef's Table reserves the right to cancel a scheduled event at any time if any unforeseen circumstance or act of nature, including but not limited to (1) acts of God, (2) war, including armed conflict, (3) strikes or labor disputes, (4) disease (examples of disease: SARS, Legionnaires), (5) government regulation or advisory (including travel advisory warnings), (6) civil disturbance, (7) terrorism or threats of terrorism in the United States as substantiated by governmental warnings or advisory notices, (8) curtailment of transportation services or facilities which would materially affect attendees from attending, (9) disaster, fire, earthquakes, hurricanes, (10) unseasonable extreme inclement weather, (11) shortages or disruption of the electrical power supply causing blackouts or rolling blackouts or other essential utilities in, or (12) any other cause reasonably beyond the parties' control (collectively referred to as "occurrences"), makes the event commercially impracticable, impracticable to perform, illegal, or impossible to fully perform under this Agreement as the Parties originally contracted.  In such case, The Chef’s Table may terminate this Agreement, without liability, upon written notification.