What is your specialty?

Rather than draw on a single cuisine, we prefer to specialize in fresh, flavorful, food.

How much do you charge to cater? Can you work within my budget?

First, please know that we work within a wide range of budgets. This year, our catered events ranged in price from $10 per person to over $20 per person. Catering cost depends on several factors: the composition of the menu, the style of service, the complexity of the event design, and the length of the event. We custom build our menus to meet the needs of our clients. Our prices include all food and service, including set up and clean up. We do not charge additional fees for such things cake cutting, corkage, etc.

I hate surprises on the bill? Do you have any “hidden” charges, such as cake cutting, corkage fees, etc.?

We believe that many of these hidden charges are simply unfair. We pledge to keep pricing simple and straightforward. Therefore, your bill will include only food and service, Waitstaff, beverages, and sales tax, unless you’ve requested that we provide additional items.Our contracts clearly spell out exactly what we are doing for you and how much it will cost.  You won't find yourself facing the dreaded "site delivery and set up fee for a few thousand extra with us.  The price in the contract is the price for the event.  The listed items on the contract are what you will receive.  While "add ons" are a recent trend in pumping a bill, we know an event is stressful enough without you blowing the budget you set.  So we protect your budget with all inclusive performance contracts based on what you want to happen.

Do I really need a set budget before calling S.K. Morgan Catering Service?

It’s always a good idea to set a budget in the early stages of planning your reception. If we know your budget, we’ll work very hard to give you the best possible experience within those numbers. Call us, and we’ll be happy to chat with you about your needs and give you a realistic idea what to expect. Consultations are always friendly and free of charge.

How do we reserve S.K. Morgan Catering Service for our reception?

A deposit guarantees your calendar date for your event and locks in the current pricing. A 20% deposit of estimated catering cost, guarantees your date. Beyond this, no additional payments are due until 30 days prior to your reception. However, Monthly payment plans are available.

Do you charge a mandatory gratuity?

No matter what the size of your event, we believe that a gratuity should not be forced upon you in advance. Therefore, we never mandate a gratuity on the bill, but we will always welcome it. We’re confident that you’ll be happy with our services, and all gratuities are passed along to our staff.

Do you provide alcohol and bartenders? Can I provide my own alcohol?

We can provide coffee, bottled water, and soda at an additional charge.  We do not provide any alcohol at this time.  We can however, pour the wine or  champaine that you provide to your guest. 

How far in advance do I have to act to reserve you?

If you plan to party on a summer Saturday from March 1-October 31, you should book us as soon as possible. We typically book popular Saturdays 8 months or more in advance; Fridays and Sundays should be reserved up to 6 months in advance. Always contact us to discuss our availability. If we can’t help you, we’ll be happy to refer you to another professional who can.

What is the average size of a S.K. Morgan Catering Service Catering event?

Most events average 150-250 guests. We have catered intimate dinner parties for 10 and as large as 400.(which is our max) 

Can you recommend a florist, cake maker, coordinator, photographer, or a DJ for our reception?

We have the privilege of working with the best event professionals in the business. Please inquire about our select referral list.

Tell us about your staff.

We are a family owned and operated catering service but we have worked very hard to put together a large team of professional service staff. Our staff is positive and helpful without being obtrusive. Staff uniforms consist of black pants, white oxford shirt, and bow tie, unless the client specifies otherwise.

Do you offer tastings?

We would like to offer you the opportunity to learn more about us and our philosophy towards food and service. A Menu Tasting is a great way to do this and a time when we can meet in person to discuss your ideas and needs in detail, and determine how we can bring our years of experience and excellence into play to create your unique event. We come to your house for  a Custom Tasting which is planned in advance and tailored to your menu preferences. This is time that is not shared with other clients, so we have the opportunity to discuss your wishes in detail and offer our best advice in a relaxed environment, all while enjoying our fabulous cuisine. We charge a $35.00 fee for a custom tasting, but this fee is fully refunded upon booking.

Do you have a "Food Hostess Service?"
We encourage all large events to utilize our food service hostess/host program(waitstaff).  All large events have multiple food trays.  A food hostess maintains and refills your food buffet, sets-up, and cleans up so you can enjoy the company of your guest's and event without having to do all the work.  Please inquire for current pricing and availability.

Buffet vs Sit Down 

A buffet comprises of more choices in the sides and salads,it  is more casual allowing guests to mingle easier and is more reasonably priced due to less labor. A sit down is a more formal affair, with a per head price that is slightly higher and uses more staff. We also offer Family Style which is budgeted right in the middle of both. 

I’ve read this far. How do I get started?

Email or call us to discuss your needs. We’ll immediately offer two things: a complementary consultation regarding your unique celebration, and a custom proposal tailored to your needs. We look forward to hearing from you!