New Contract Listing: Catering

Recently, a University-wide committee partnered with Purchasing Services to create a list of “black-tie” caterers. For those who coordinate University functions, access to such a list will make it easier to select a reliable and reputable catering service.

“To help determine the appropriate suppliers for consideration, the committee developed helpful data based upon actual usage. The committee noted that these caterers have consistently provided high-end service for Yale functions and represent the best-of-the-best,” says Dee Tousey, Senior Buyer.

In addition to gathering the recommendations of the Catering Committee, Purchasing Services further ensures that each “black-tie” caterer meets the following criteria:

• Labor rates held constant for one year
• Insurance certificate approved and on file with Risk Management
• Supplier’s quote matches invoiced amount

According to Kerry Murphy, Associate Director, “our goal is to not only provide the community with helpful upfront catering information, but to allow them the opportunity to share with their peers their satisfaction level of the chosen cater, once their function is over.”

For quick access to these caterers, please go to the Contract Listing. Labor rates for each supplier are available via the Contract Listing. We welcome your feedback on these and other caterers at this link.

NOTE: Before hiring an outside catering service, be sure to consider using Yale Dining Services.