Event and reception fees for Banquet Hall at Sweet Cherry Resort
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Enclosed you will find suggested menu selections for your event. We can also customize your menus if you do not see particular selection you are looking for.
To ensure that your event is successful at the Sweet Cherry Resort please read following policies:
Food & Beverage:
Because Sweet Cherry Resort is responsible for the quality of food served to our guests we do not allow food or beverages to be brought into the reception hall without prior written approval from an authorized representative of Sweet Cherry Resort. Menu prices are subject to change without notice.
We will guarantee a specific menu price up to 60 days prior to a scheduled event.
Bar:
It is a state law that any guest being served alcohol must be at least twenty one (21) years of age and must provide proper identification to the bartenders or servers upon request. If a guest can not provide proper identification they will not be served alcohol. Anyone who is under the age of twenty one (hereafter referred to as a “minor”) who attempts to obtain alcohol from the bar and/or anyone who assists a minor to obtain alcohol from the bar may be asked to leave the reception. We require “last call” and close the bar at least 30 minutes prior to the end of the reception. Bartenders are provided by Sweet Cherry Resort for a charge of $50.00. Two (2) bartenders will be provided for a four hour event for 100 or more guests. All indoor functions must end by 1:00 a.m.
Service and Sales Tax:
A minimum 18% service charge for wait staff will be applied to the total bill including room, food and bar charges. We will guarantee a service rate up to ninety days prior to a scheduled event. Michigan sales tax will be applies based upon the prevailing tax rate at the time of the scheduled event.
Payment Terms/Deposit:
To secure the date for your event we require a deposit of $1,000.00. This deposit will be applied to your total bill. Ninety percent (90%) of the deposit is refundable up to fourteen (14) days from the date the contract is signed, upon written request to cancel. Fifty percent (50%) of the deposit is refundable up to six months prior to the event, upon written request to cancel. If less than six months remain prior to the event, the deposit is not refundable or transferable.
Payments:
Forty-five (45) days prior to the event an estimate number of guests attending and 50% of the total invoice balance is due. The final maximum number of guests is required seven days prior to the event and 40% of the remaining balance is due. Balance of invoice is due the day of the event. The final invoice will be based on the final maximum count or the actual number of guests served, whichever is greater. Any additional charges are due and payable the evening of the event. Please note there is a breakage fee for damage above and beyond customary.
Terms
As supply costs change without notice, so to our prices are subject to change.
Without a signed contract all terms, fees, and prices are subject to change without notice.
Banquet Hall:
200 Person Capacity
Handicap Accessible
Air-Conditioned
Dance Floor
Bar Facilities
Use of Resort outdoor for on-site ceremony
Ample Parking
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Wedding Receptions, Class Reunions, School or Community Events, Corporate Gatherings, Holiday Banquets
Fee for the banquet room is $1500.00 for four hours $250 for additional hour.
A rental fee includes:
Tables and upholstered chairs
Head table, etc.
Linen cloths for tables
Centerpieces for tables
Banquet room cleanup
Available for additional rental charge:
Linen napkins white included in room rental (your choice of color is additional)
Linen tablecloths for eight foot tables, white included in room rental (your choice of color is additional)
Linen table skirting, white included in room rental (your choice of color is additional)
Use of Resort for on-site ceremony
Rented decorations from like Taylor Rental
Sweet Cherry Resort does not allow the affixing of anything to the walls, doors, floors, furnishings. No open flame candles are allowed. No signs (except temporary directional signs) may be posted on the banquet hall property or public streets. The temporary directional signs must be removed by the host or sponsor of the event at the close of your event. Unless specific arrangements are made ahead of time with the Director or their representative, all decorations brought into the banquet hall must be removed by the close of the event and must not mar, damage, or stain the property. Sweet Cherry Resort will not assume or accept responsibility for damage to, or loss of personal articles or rented equipment left in the banquet hall prior to, during, or following any event.
When you're ready to reserve a time for your special event, or if you'd like more information or
to schedule a tour of our facilities, please feel free to contact us online or by calling 269-849-1233
Bar Services
Sweet Cherry Resort offers several different options for bar service and customizing your reception to meet your needs is only one of the options. The party host may choose from the following options or create his/her own bar inventory.
Inventory Service
The host selects from the following beverages and they will be made available at the bar and is charged for all beverages that have been served to their guests.
Soft Beverages and Bottled Water $2.00 or $175.00 per 100 people (unlimited)
Domestic Beer $3.00
Imported Beer $4.00 - $6.00
House Wine $6.00 per glass
House Brand Cocktails 4.00
Call Brand Cocktails $5.00
Premium Brand Cocktails and blended house drinks starts at $6.00
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Hosted Bar Packages / Prices per person
House Brands: House Gin, Rum, Vodka, Whiskey, Scotch, Bourbon, Brandy, Southern Comfort, Peachtree Liquors, (includes domestic beer, house wine)
First hour $11.00
Each additional hour $ 6.00
Call Brands: Beefeaters Gin, Bacardi, Myers Rum, Smirnoff, Sky, or Absolute Vodka, Johnny Walker, 7 Seagram, Seagram V.O., Jack Daniels, Christian Brothers, Gold and Silver Tequila, Coffee Liquor
(includes domestic and import beer, house wine)
First hour $13.00
Each additional hour $ 7.00
Premium Brands: Absolute, Chopin, Three Olives Vodka, Bombay or Tanqueray Gin, Johnny Walker, Chivas Regal or Dewar’s Scotch, Crown Royal, Jose Cuervo, Kahlua, Bailey’s Irish Crème, Martel, Courvoisier or Hennessy (includes domestic and import beer, house wine)
First hour $15.00
Each additional hour $ 8.00
House Champagne and Wine:
Wine list is available for your special selection should be made at least 2 weeks in advance to insure delivery
House Champagne $20.00 per bottle
House Wine $24.00 per bottle (Chardonnay, Cabernet, Merlot, and White Zinfandel)
Domestic Keg Beer $275.00 (1 keg serves approximately 115 portions)
Signature Cocktail $30.00 per gallon (peach schnapps, vodka and juices) 3 gallons p/100 people
Additional brands of liquor or after-dinner liqueurs, as requested by host, may be included
in an inventory bar. Price quotes are available.
Above pricing subject to an 18% service charge and Michigan sales tax
Family Style Menu (Includes European favorites)
$43.00/person - Saturday
$39.00/person - Friday, Sunday
Family Style Package includes soup or salad, choice of 2 entrees, one choice from side dishes vegetables, ice cream or sherbet (other desserts are available – ask for choice and price list)
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These days, couples are embracing casual elegance, and using their own dinner parties as models.
Just like any other party, consider your reception dinner goal to bring a table full of people who may not know each other into conversation. Use your serving style to initiate interaction and interest.
Instead of plating the beef tenderloin individually for each guest, we will bring out one platter per table. Guests then serve themselves, circulating the platter and stimulating conversation.
SALAD (fresh garden with dressing) or SOUP (Choose 1 from the following):
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Chicken Noodle
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Beef Noodle
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Barley
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Cream of Mushroom or Broccoli
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Barszcz - crockett meat pastry -$2.50 extra
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Cream of Chicken
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2 ENTREES (Choose 2 from the following):
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Roast Beef with Gravy
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Beef Goulash (Hungarian favorites)
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Beef Roulade (Beef tenderloin roll-up)
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Roast Pork Loin
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Pepper Steak
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Baked Ham
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Meatballs in Mushroom Sauce
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Swiss Steak with Gravy
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Roast Chicken
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Fried Chicken
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Stuffed Cabbage (Ground beef and pork meat mixed with rice rolled in a leaf of cabbage)
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Chicken Kiev (Rolled breast of chicken stuffed with mushrooms)
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Chicken Parmesan
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Pork Cutlet (Breaded pork cutlet)
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Wiener Schnitzel (Breaded veal cutlet)
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Dumplings - Pierogi (choice of meat, potato, sauerkraut and mushroom)
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Smoked Polish Sausage - Polska Kielbasa (with sauerkraut)
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Fresh Sausage (with beets, vodka sauce and horseradish)
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Italian Sausage
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SIDE DISHES (Choose from the following):
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Real Mashed Potatoes
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Parsley Buttered Potatoes
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Spaetzle - Kluski
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Au Gratin Potatoes
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Kopytka - Homemade Dumplings
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Pastas: Spaghetti, Linguini, Fettuccini, Mostaccioli
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Sauces: Alfredo, Marinara, Pesto, Tomato, Meat
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French Fries
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Baked Potatoes
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Seasoned Rice
VEGETABLES (Choose from the following):
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Creamy Coleslaw
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Broccoli & Cauliflower Salad
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Cucumber Salad
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Sliced Beets with Onions
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Three Bean Salad
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Diced Beets with Horseradish
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Sauerkraut
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Peas & Carrots in a lite sauce
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Buttered Sweet Corn
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Sliced Tomato with Onions
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California Blend
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Green Beans
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DESSERTS (Choose from the following):
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Ice Cream (Vanilla, Strawberry, or Chocolate)
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Sherbet
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Seasonal Fruit (blueberry, peach, apple)
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Additional desserts available (ask for it)
SWEET CHERRY RESORT
3312-3315 CHESTNUT AVE
HAGAR TOWNSHIP. - COLOMA, MI 49038
269-849-1233
e-mail: sweetcherryresort@yahoo.com
SWEET CHERRY RESORT
BANQUET HALL CONTRACT
Nature of Activity: _____________________________________
Applicant(s) Name(s): _________________________________________________________________
Address: ____________________________________________________________________________
Telephones: _______________________________________________________________
Date of Use: __________________ Start time (appetizer or bar service): ______________
Meal service to begin at (menu on attached A) _________ Bar open _________ Bar closed __________
After meal celebration to begin at: ____________ Celebration to end at: ______________
SUMMARY OF SERVICES:
Banquet room fees (typical reception 4 hrs additional time at $250 p/h) $ 1500.00
Food / Guaranteed Guest Count __________ x $ __________ = $ __________
Appetizer or other food (see detail price list) ________________________ = $ __________
Bar / Beverage __________ x $ __________ = $ __________
Other / Special __________ x $ __________ = $ __________
Other (________________________________________________) = $ __________
Other (________________________________________________) = $ __________
Subtotal $ __________
Sales Tax and 18% Gratuity $ __________
Subtotal $ __________
Deposit $ 1,000.00
Total due** $ __________
** 45 days prior to the event an estimate number of guests and 50% of the total invoice is due.
7 days prior to the event we require the minimum guest count.
7 days prior to event 40% of the remaining balance is due. Balance of invoice is due the day of event.
Liabilities
We are pleased you are considering the use of our banquet facilities. Please be assured we will do everything possible in the event of unforeseen circumstances. In any event; however, the resort shall not be responsible for any failure to perform, which is attributed to federal, state, or municipal actions or regulations, fires, floods, hurricanes, tornadoes, blizzards, war, power outages, acts of God, or any other act that is out of control of the resort. If, in the event of one of the above contingencies, the patron wishes to reschedule the event, and upon removal of such interruption, services shall be resumed at the specified date, time, and agreed upon rate.
I (we) have read the attached policies and agree to be financially responsible for this event.
Customer signature: ________________________________________ Date ____________________
Sweet Cherry Resort: _______________________________________ Date ____________________
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Notes:
Food discretion: state health laws and insurance regulations prohibit the removal of any food and or beverage from the premises due to the time of exposure and/or possible improper storage and handling of the product.
Food Allergy Disclaimer
The Sweet Cherry Resort makes every attempt to identify ingredients that may cause allergic reactions for those with food allergies. Every effort is made to instruct our food production staff on the severity of food allergies. There is always a risk of cross contamination. There is also a possibility that the manufacturers of the foods we use could change the formulation or substitute at any time, without notice. Customers concerned with food allergies need to be aware of this risk. We cannot guarantee the absence of cross contamination with our prepared foods.
Thank you for your Cooperation
