Dining Services

Ordering Timeline

In order for us to properly prepare your function, please contact us at least 2 weeks prior to the event date. Smaller events should be completely arranged 1 week prior to the day of the event.

Short Notice

We'll be happy to assist you; however, menu selections may be limited.

Room Reservations

Reserve the room or area for the event with the Facility Scheduler. Please keep in mind that many of these rooms are reserved months in advance. To reserve a dining hall room or The Roost in Slayter, call the Catering Office at ext. 6686.

Delivery Charges

Something to consider when you are choosing your location is Catering Delivery Charges. There will be no delivery charge for any events held in Curtis, Huffman, or Slayter Halls. For any location on campus outside of these halls, there will be a $20 delivery charge. The charge will be $25 for off-campus locations.

Your Catering Needs

Peruse the Catering Menus to get a general idea of your needs. You may choose any of the items listed, or we will work with you to custom create your perfect event.

Contacting Us

Contact the Catering Office at (740) 587-6686 or send an e-mail to catering@denison.edu  Many events may be set up by telephone or e-mail, while others may require an appointment with the Catering Manager. You'll receive a proposal stating the specifics of your special event order within three business days of placing your order. Please verify that all information is correct. If there is a change, please call us.

Guarantee Count

A guaranteed guest count is required by 12:00pm, 2 business days prior to the event date. The catering department will plan, purchase and prepare for all the guests you indicate will attend. For guest counts that are not confirmed 2 business days prior, the estimated number on the confirmation sheet will be used. Events will be billed at 95% of the guaranteed count or actual attendance, whichever is greater.

Meal Credits

Credits are available for those guests that are on a qualifying Meal Plan subject to the following conditions:

1. The function is a meal event booked through the catering office.
2. You notify us at the time of booking that you will have students attending the event that will be eligible for credit.
3. The names of students on the meal plans are submitted to the catering office 2 business days prior to the event.

Cancellations

Any events or menu items that are cancelled less than 3 business days prior to the event date will be billed 50% of the total cost of the confirmation invoice. Events or menu items cancelled 24 hours prior to the event date may be billed 95% of the guaranteed count.