VALET PARKING AND COAT CHECK ATTENDANTS
These services are required for parties over 50 guests . The number of attendants is determined per 50 guests . The cost for valet service is $ 150 per attendant and for coat check ( October through March ), $ 100.00 per attendant .
MENU SELECTION AND GUARANTEES
Interlachen Country Club will serve up to two entrées , plus a vegetarian and children ’ s meal . If more than one entrée is selected , a split plate fee is applied on all entrées , except for dietary restrictions , and / or children ’ s meals . If vegetarian meals exceed 10 % of the guaranteed guest count , a split plate fee is applied . Split plate fees are assessed at $ 4.00 per plate for choice of entrée and $ 5.00 for three entrées . A coded place card must be provided by the host to identify each guest ’ s meal selection . Menu prices are locked 30 days before the Event . To ensure the availability of your menu items , your menu selection should be submitted to the Catering Office 15 business days prior to your event date . Final guest counts and the breakdown of entrée selections are required 3 business days prior to your event . The final guest count is considered a guarantee and final billing will be based on this guarantee or the actual number of guests served , whichever is greater . In cases where additional entrées need to be made on the day of the event , a 10 % surcharge will be added to the cost of the added entrées .
FOOD MINIMUMS
ICC does require a food purchase for all events . Food minimums are listed per contracted space and found on page 4 . This minimum does not include sales tax or service charge . Unattained minimums will be applied to your final invoice at a taxable rate .
TAX AND SERVICE CHARGES
All food and beverage items are subject to a 24 % service charge . The entire service charge is property of Interlachen Country Club , not the employees , and will be dispersed at the discretion of the Club . As required by the State of Minnesota , food prices are subject to 7.525 % sales tax . Liquor prices are subject to 10.025 % sales tax .
FOOD TASTINGS
Food tastings for starter salads and entrées are available for events of 100 guests or more , Wednesday – Friday between 1:00 – 4:00 PM . Tastings are subject to the Chef ’ s availability and must be made at least two weeks in advance . We prepare starter salads and full entrées off the Catering Menu charged at menu prices . Dessert tastings may also be arranged , and are charged at menu prices . Tastings take place in the member dining room ( please note that Clubhouse dress code and cell phone policies apply ).
HEALTH REGULATIONS
All food and beverages must be supplied , prepared and served by Interlachen Country Club with the exception of desserts , which can be provided by a licensed and insured bakery . There will be a $ 3.00 cake cutting and plating fee per person . Dessert tables and cupcake displays may be subject to a plate fee of $ 1.00 per person . These fees are not applicable if the desserts are provided by the Club .
Due to health department regulations , all food and beverage not consumed become the property of the Club and therefore are not allowed to be taken home by the client or guests .
ALCOHOL SERVICE
All alcoholic beverages must be purchased and distributed by Interlachen Country Club and its service staff . Interlachen Country Club is required under state law to request proper identification . In accordance with Minnesota state laws , we reserve the right of our trained staff to assess the level of alcoholic consumption and act accordingly . Last call for alcoholic beverages will be at 11:00
pm and the bar will close down at 11:30 pm .
All hosted and cash bars are subject to a beverage minimum of $ 500.00 . If the minimum is not met , a $ 100.00 bartender fee may be added to your final bill . Portable bars require a fee of $ 250.00 .
No outside liquor may be consumed on property and will be confiscated ; a fee of $ 500.00 will apply . Pre-arranged outside wine is subject to a $ 25.00 corkage fee per 750ml bottle .
FOOD ALLERGIES AND DIETARY RESTRICTIONS
The Club will endeavor to accommodate all known food allergies and dietary restrictions ; however , the Club cannot absolutely guarantee the absence of certain food groups , including nuts , gluten , soy , eggs , shellfish , and dairy from its kitchen . The Club is not responsible for any related allergic reactions or sickness due to food allergies or dietary restrictions .
DAY-OF-COORDINATOR
All weddings hosted at the Club are required to hire a Club approved , professional , day-of-coordinator to assist you with your celebration . The Catering Office is pleased to recommend a professional wedding consultant to coordinate your special day .
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