Catering Policies and General Information

The following information is needed to reserve your event:

Name, Phone Number, & Address
Day and Date of Function
Type of Function- i.e. Dinner, Picnic
Location and Time
Estimate Number of Guests Attending
Special Dietary Requirements
Billing Account Number

Room Reservation

A Lawrence Calendar and Room Reservation form must be filled out by the event representative and signed by the appropriate facility/room coordinator prior to planning any event. Lawrence Catering books all the rooms at Downer Commons and Lucinda's.

Liquor Service

Lawrence Catering is pleased to offer a variety of liquor services, however due to license restrictions Lawrence Catering must operate all alcoholic bars/ set-ups.

Minimum Advance Notice and Charges

Lawrence Catering prefers a minimum of two weeks advance notice prior to your event. Events are booked on the availability of the location, personnel and catering services. There is an on campus delivery/ pick up charge of $10.00 each way.

Final Count Guarantees

You are required to provide a final guarantee customer count three (3) working days prior to your event. You will be billed for 100% of the guaranteed count or the number of people served, whichever is greater. If we do not receive a final count we will base the food and service we provide on the estimated count. Customers are not entitled to un-served food or beverages.

Room Setup

Room setup including tables and chairs will be the responsibility of Lawrence Catering at Jason Downer Commons and Colman Hall. We are not responsible for ordering tables and chairs or their set up at other locations.