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Shellycakes123
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Wedding Date:
7/3/2006 8:00 PM

Wed. Location:
jericho terrace

Reception hall questions to ask

Does anyone hae the ist of questions to ask te banquet managers before booking?

Posted 8/26/05 1:07 PM
 

NPTbride
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Wedding Date:
4/29/2006 11:00 AM

Wed. Location:
Land's End

Re: Reception hall questions to ask

Check out DivaBride's web site:

She is AMAZING!

http://www.freewebs.com/bridaldiva/questionnaires.htm

Message edited 8/26/2005 1:39:37 PM.

Posted 8/26/05 1:39 PM
 

akaMrsT
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Wedding Date:
3/30/2006 6:00 PM

Wed. Location:

Re: Reception hall questions to ask


Posted by Shellycakes123

Does anyone hae the ist of questions to ask te banquet managers before booking?




My fact sheet for each hall includes:

NAME OF HALL:
Dates Available:
Capacity:
Minimum for room:
How much are vendor meals?
Are kids half price?
What ages?
Any limit on number of ½ price kids?
Vendors included in minimum?
Are kids included in minimum?
How early can bridal party arrive:
Can we have ceremony on site?
What time will ceremony begin?
Ceremony fee?
Ceremony location?
Length of aisle (for runner if using)?
Can we have a rehearsal the night before?
If not, when?
When can vendors arrive to set up?
Bridal Suite size & location:
Number of Concurrent Events:
If more than one event: separate bathroom facilities?
Is Champagne included throughout the reception?
Liquor – top shelf? (Names?)
Are candles allowed?
In-house Wedding Planner?
Photography/Florist – recommendations?
Can we use others vendors?
Any fee for outside vendors?
Insurance requirements for vendors?
Does hall need proof of insurance?
Wedding Cake included?
Any limitations on flavors/fillings?
Cake cutting charge?
Number of Entrée Options
Can we have a tasting
When is final menu picked?
Any decorations included
Centerpieces/Cocktail hour tables?
Do we get a credit if not using centerpieces?
Linen colors:
Ratio of Guests/Servers:
What will waiters wear?
Bridal attendant included?
Number of Bars and Bartenders
Coat Room and Rest Room Attendants?
Is cost included?
Table Size (number):
Table shape:
Maximum Number of Tables for room:
Valet – included or additional?
Dimensions of Dance Floor:
Dimensions of Room:
Separate Cocktail Room:
Overtime charges:
Gratuity – is it a set fee? Is it distributed amongst all staff?
Service charge % (number):
Is service charge taxed:
Hotel recommendations:
Direction cards provided? (get a copy for file)
Deposit amount
Method of payment:
Payment schedule and is a courtesy reminder sent?
Any tasting events or showcases before we book?
Can we see photos of hall in different seasons (get copies for file)
Timing for final head count
Can we upgrade if under minimum (no wasted dinners) i.e., cordials or upgrade entrees?
Cancellation and refund policy:
Smoking area?
Any renovations planned?
What/When?
Expected completion date?
Do not forget to check out the bathrooms:
***Take digital pics of the rooms and grounds for file

Add any Notes about this hall?

Posted 8/26/05 1:47 PM
 
 

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