Frequently Asked Questions
We have listed some of the most frequently asked questions with answers for your convenience. However, if there are any further questions you would to ask then please contact us on 020 8374 5542.To place an order please contact Simply Catering on 020 8374 5542 or click here to email us.
We cater for a wide variety of events, including both corporate and private functions. Corporate events include company celebrations & anniversaries, charity balls, staff celebrations, product launches, seminars and training days etc. Private functions can include birthdays, wedding parties, funerals and christenings etc.
Orders under £75.00, outside a radius of 4 miles from Finsbury Park or within the congestion zone may be charged delivery.
You can rest assured that the children will be well catered for with child friendly food and service. Please inform us of child numbers in advance.
No event is too large or too small. We have a number of service teams and these resources are utilised as required for the larger functions. We cater for large corporate events and also for intimate dinner parties at home. Minimum order for menus that require a chef or waiting staff i.e. canapés, bowl food, hot buffet or dinner is 25 people.
We can provide a full range of tableware, glassware and cutlery. A reasonable hire charge will be made for this service.
Final numbers for the catering are required weeks prior to the event, any amendments after this may not be guaranteed.
Yes, as long as the information is given with plenty of notice as we can accommodate most dietary needs.
No, all catering will be charged as final numbers which are confirmed 2 weeks prior to your event.
Corporate accounts where credit facilities exist, strictly 14 days net from date of invoice (unless otherwise agreed).
All other reservations, 50% with booking, 50% 30 days prior to event. For events with reservations longer than 12months, 10% non refundable deposit with booking, 40% due 6 months prior to the event, balance of 50% due 30 days prior to the event.
Just as for holidays, we tend to be busier during the summer months therefore booking as early as possible for a summer event is advised whilst in the winter months more dates are available - occasionally we are able to fit events in with as little as 1-2 weeks notice.
We need an approximate number when the booking is placed, with final numbers and menus confirmed 2 weeks before your event.
If the cancellation is made with than 30 days notice, the full value of the event will be charged. If the cancellation is made prior to 30 days, then 50% of the total value of the event will be charged.
Yes, you are welcome to provide all or part of your drinks.
Yes, Simply Catering will not charge a corkage fee.
Yes, all our staff wear black and white uniforms.