Catering Regular Menu 2024

POLICIES

Please note important changes to our catering policies. These policies have been implemented to help ensure the financial health of Catering Services here at McMaster University. Our mission is to streamline and increase efficiency in the ordering process to help reduce unnecessary transport, labour, food, and administration costs

Room Reservations

Catering provides service at indoor and outdoor locations throughout McMaster University locations. Bookings for most of the main campus need to be done through Central Bookings at ext. 26898 or the Student Centre at ext. 26024

Menu Selections

Your menu selections may be made from our suggested list of menus. However, some restrictions may apply because of the location and / or size of your group. The menu needs to be finalized at least 10 business days in advance to ensure we can provide the best service.

Changes/revisions made to your catering order less than ten business days prior to an event will result in a $30 fee. This includes the following:

Guest count revisions
Room location changes (no charge for location change when out of your control)
Adding late dietary restrictions
Adding or removing menu items
Revising times, such as delivery, start time, end time
Chartfield updates
Any other details that were not confirmed by the deadline

To avoid multiple late fees, please send any or all changes at the same time

A request to make any revision to the contract 24 hours prior to the event will incur a change fee of $200 if we are able to make the change. Please do not make changes on the day of the event.

Events that include a bar:

For events that have ordered food, if the sales do not meet the required minimum of $300 or more (pay bar or host wine/beer bar), the difference will be added to your invoice.
For events that have ordered food, if the sales do not meet the required minimum of $500 or more (pay bar or host full bar), the difference will be added to your invoice.
For events without food, there will be a bartender fee of $30 per hour (per bartender) (this would include an hour prior and an hour after your event) as well as a minimum of bar sales of $500

Cancellations

Should it be necessary to cancel your event, please inform catering as soon as possible. To avoid any charges, our office must be informed at least 5 full business days in advance of your function. (48 hours for coffee-only services)

Pricing

The regular food and beverage prices listed in the package are applicable, provided all orders are placed and finalized at least ten full business days before your event and meet the minimum numbers required. A late price of an additional 20% will be charged if booked or changed after the ten business day minimum. Coffee service only requires five days in advance of the event. Most full menu items listed include your choice of paper or china service. For China service in locations other than AMH, please add:

$1.75 per person for coffee or continental service
$3.50 for buffet service
$6.00 for full plated service.

Delivery

To be eligible for catering deliveries, a minimum of $100 in sales will be required. If not met, there will be an additional labour fee added to bring your order up to the minimum as well as the $50 delivery fee. To avoid the additional fees, we would suggest adding to the order to bring the total up to the minimum or arrange to pick up order here at the catering office located at MUSC 112 (down the hall between the Campus Dentist and Union Market). Please remember we have several units across campus who would be happy to assist with your request. This will save you the required minimum in sales and delivery charge.

All on-campus catering orders that do not exceed $300 will be subject to a $50 delivery fee. To avoid the additional fees, you can opt to pick up your order here at the catering office located at MUSC 112 (down the hall between the Campus Dentist and Union Market).

A delivery fee of $125 will be added to your invoice if your order for an on-campus event is on the weekend or after 7:00 pm during the week. (an additional 25% for statutory holidays) For events that require our driver(s) to return to pick up smallware’s, etc., more than four hours after the order is delivered, there will be an additional charge of $20 (not applied to events that have catering staff present).

For all McMaster locations off-campus, the order must exceed $500 (per order) before delivery can be arranged. A fee of $125 will also be added per delivery.

Guaranteed Numbers

A guaranteed number of guests must be established 10- business days prior to the event date. Our catering staff will provide food for approximately 5% above the latest guaranteed number You will be financially responsible for the guaranteed number, or the actual number of persons served, whichever is greater.

Attendant Staffing and Setup

Catering staff will arrive before the designated start time to allow adequate time to set up the event. Please have the doors unlocked and the room/area set up with the necessary tables/furniture. This will ensure a successful event start time. A labour fee of $30 per hour / per staff will apply for any of the reasons below

If our driver returns to clear, pick up, or clean area and event is not finished at the stated end time on the contract, which means that the driver must leave and arrange to come back later
If we have staff members that are required to stay at your event and event runs longer than stipulated on contract
If you have an event that requires set up in more than one location

Food Safety

Providing quality, safe food is our highest priority. Catering makes every effort to ensure that hot and cold food items are kept within the safe temperature ranges. To protect your health and prevent foodborne illness from occurring, the catering staff is required to remove all perishable food from the event.

Food Allergy Disclaimer

McMaster University Hospitality Services attempts to identify ingredients that may cause allergic reactions for those with food allergies and instructs our food production staff on the severity of food allergies.

We make every effort to prevent cross-contamination and communicate information about allergens to customers. We review ingredient information, and priority allergens are identified based on ingredients only. While we work hard to prevent cross-contamination, there is always a risk in a large food service facility.

Please be advised that manufacturers of the commercial foods we use may potentially change the formulation or substitute at any time without notice. Customers concerned with food allergies need to be aware of this risk.

Invoicing

For university accounts, please provide us with your Mosaic Chartfield String at the time of booking. For non-University accounts, full payment will be required 10 business days prior to the event, and all prices will be subject to applicable taxes.

Breakfast Selections

20% additional fee for late orders.
Prices and menu are subject to change without notice.

$16.00 | Minimum 10 Orders

Assorted muffins, danish, and croissants | V
Fresh seasonal fruit
Selection of bottled juice
Premium regular and decaffeinated coffee
Traditional tea

$16.00 | Minimum 20 Orders

Ontario free run scrambled eggs | V
Choice of smoked bacon or roasted sausages
Seasoned home-fried potatoes | V
Selection of bottled juice
Premium regular and decaffeinated coffee
Traditional tea

$25.00 | Minimum 20 Orders

Assorted breakfast pastries | V
Cheese and egg omelette
Fluffy pancakes with syrup | V
Roasted bacon and sausages
Seasoned home-fried potatoes
Fresh seasonal fruit
Selection of bottled juice
Premium regular and decaffeinated coffee
Traditional tea

Regular $20.00 | Minimum 15 Orders

Breakfast burrito served with hash browns
Whole fruit
Coffee and tea
Meat – scrambled eggs, ham, cheddar, salsa
Vegan – vegan scrambled, black salsa, spinach

$20.00 | Minimum 15 Orders

Served with hash browns | V
Whole fruit
Coffee and tea
Meat – sausage or bacon, egg, and cheese on an English muffin
Vegan – Vegan egg patty, spinach, vegan cheese on an English muffin | VG

Regular $26.00 | Minimum 20 Orders

“Wow butter” PB & J and Black Forest overnight oats | GF
Assorted scones, sweet and savoury pastries.
Egg bites (chorizo, cheese/pepper and onion / and spinach, and cheese) | GF
Sliced fruit | VG, GF
Selection of bottled juice
Premium regular and decaffeinated coffee
Traditional tea

Items	Price/Each
Assorted Muffin	$2.95
Danish	$3.50
Croissant	$3.50
Chocolatine	$3.95
Savoury Pastries	$5.95
Assorted Loaf Slices	$4.25
Whole Fruit	$2.75
Yogurt Parfaits	$5.95
Chopped Fruit Cup	$5.95
Vegan and Gluten-Free Muffin \| V, GF	$6.25

Items	Price/Each
Cookie	$2.50
Vegan & Gluten Free Cookie	$4.25
Chocolate Brownie	$2.50
Chocolate Brownie (Sweets from the Earth) \| GF	$4.95

GF = Gluten Free | H = Halal | V = Vegetarian | VG = Vegan

Lunch Selections

Upgrade any platter below to a buffet to include a garden salad with two dressing types, a selection of whole fruit, and freshly baked cookies.
20% additional fee for late orders.
Prices and menu are subject to change without notice.

Platter $140.00 | Buffet $20.50 per person with a minimum of 16 orders

16 assorted sandwiches, prepared in quantities of 4 – Select 4 types:

Cranberry Chicken Salad with cranberry mayonnaise, lettuce on ciabatta | H
Egg Salad with lettuce on sourdough Sliced bread | V
Roasted Pepper Hummus with shaved pickled cucumber and tomato on sliced loaf | VG
Tuna Salad with scallions and brunoise of celery on multigrain panini loaf
Ham and Cheddar with honey mustard ciabatta baguette
Smoked Turkey with lettuce and grainy mustard mayonnaise on a multigrain loaf

Platter $236.00 | Buffet $26.25 per person with a minimum of 16 orders

16 assorted sandwiches, prepared in quantities of 4 – Select 4 types:

Pesto Bocconcini pesto marinated bocconcini on focaccia with sundried tomato tapenade, baby arugula and vine-ripened tomato
Smoked Salmon on marble rye with cucumber, dill, and caper cream cheese
Turkey Club with hand-carved turkey, bacon, and cranberry mayo on multigrain
croissant with lettuce and tomato
Avocado Deviled Egg Salad with radicchio on sourdough | V
Curried Tofu with tomato jam and baby spinach Brioche “style’ Bun | VG
Herb Chicken with olive muffuletta mix and sweet remoulade and crispy onion on potato scallion bun | H

Platter $122.00 | Buffet $21.95 per person with a minimum of 12 orders

12 assorted wraps – Select 4 types:

Chicken Caesar grilled chicken tossed in Caesar dressing with romaine lettuce and parmesan | H
Turkey Club roasted turkey, bacon, lettuce, tomato, cranberry mayonnaise
Grilled Buffalo Chicken with lettuce, tomato, and ranch dressing | H
Fresh Vegetables with fresh peppers, olive muffuletta mix, tomato jam and smashed chickpea and spinach | VG
Tuna and Cheddar with lettuce, pickle, and horseradish cream
Ham and Swiss with honey radish cream

Platter $160.00 | Buffet $24.75 per person with a minimum of 12 orders

12 assorted wraps – Select 4 types:

California – seaweed-crusted tofu, wasabi vegan mayo, lettuce, avocado and tomato | VG
Shawarma Chicken – spiced chicken, cucumber, tomato, lettuce, feta dressing and pickled turnip | H
Scotch Egg “style” – plant-based sausage crumble, sliced egg, crispy onion w/ Dijon grainy mustard aioli | V
Genoa Salami with Smoked Provolone – roasted red pepper, arugula, balsamic glaze and horseradish mayo
Bruschetta Chicken – roasted chicken breast, bruschetta, baby spinach and bocconcini | H
Cuban Ham, capicola, salami, Swiss, pickles and mustard aioli

$18.00 per person | Minimum 5 orders

All items will be individually wrapped

Egg Salad with lettuce on sourdough Sliced bread | V
Roasted Pepper Hummus with shaved pickled cucumber and tomato on sliced loaf | VG
Ham and Cheddar with honey mustard ciabatta baguette
Smoked Turkey with lettuce and grainy mustard mayonnaise on a multigrain loaf
Whole Fruit
Cookie
Bottled Water
On request, chicken salad on a gluten-free bun

$19.00 per person | Minimum 5 orders

All items will be individually wrapped

Turkey Club- roasted turkey, bacon, lettuce, tomato, cranberry mayonnaise
Grilled Buffalo Chicken with lettuce, tomato, and ranch dressing
Fresh Vegetables with fresh peppers, olive muffuletta mix, tomato jam & smashed chickpea & spinach | VG
Ham and Swiss with honey radish cream
Whole Fruit
Cookie
Bottled Water

Our boxed lunch options are packaged in a recyclable/compostable containers

GF = Gluten Free | H = Halal | V = Vegetarian | VG = Vegan

Themed Luncheon Buffets

All themed Luncheon selections are available for dinner, please add $8 per person
20% additional fee for late orders
Prices and menu are subject to change without notice

$23.00 | Minimum of 20 orders

Garlic Knots and assorted buns and butter
Romaine Salad with parmesan cheese, balsamic and Caesar dressing | GF
Italian Chopped Salad with radicchio, grilled peppers, red onion, and roasted chickpea with assorted dressings | VG, GF
Chicken Alfredo with asparagus, roasted grape tomatoes in garlic oil | H
Lentil Penne tossed in tomato sauce with a sweet pepper blend | VG, GF
Tiramisu | GF
Vegan berry crumble | VG
Coffee & Tea

$30.00 | Minimum of 20 orders

Bannock
Mixed Greens with Quinoa, Sunflower Seeds, Grape Tomatoes and Dried Fruit
Assorted Dressings on The Side | VG, GF
Warm Succotash mixed Beans, Corn, Squash and Potatoes | GF, H
Herb Crusted Chicken Thighs | GF, H
Wild Rice Pilaf | VG, GF
IQF Strawberry Juice
Coffee & Tea

Platter $28.00 | Minimum of 20 orders

Naan Bread | V
Romaine Salad with parmesan cheese, balsamic and Caesar dressing | GF
Roasted Red Pepper Hummus made with chickpeas, Tahini sauce, lemon juice, garlic | VG
Marinated Tomato Antiboise fresh tomatoes, herbs, and olive oil | VG
Asiago Chicken marinated chicken breast with an Asiago crust | H, GF
Lemon Herb Rice | VG
Plant Based Moussaka “Impossible Ground” Bolognese, white bean puree, and roasted Eggplant | VG, GF
Fresh Fruit Platter
Coffee & Tea

Platter $29.00 | Minimum of 20 orders

Mexican Chopped Salad: romaine, grape tomatoes, radishes, red onion, toasted pepitas and chili lime vinaigrette | VG, GF
Street Corn Salad: sweet corn, jalapeno, scallion, paprika, cotija cheese in a creamy cilantro lime dressing | V, GF
Chicken Quesadilla: diced chicken, shredded cheese, Pico de Gallo in a flour tortilla | H
Vegan Quesadilla: “Impossible” ground, Tex-Mex vegan cheese, Pico de Gallo in a flour tortilla | VG
Fiesta Rice: Spiced basmati with sweet peppers | VG, GF
served with salsa | VG, GF, sour cream | V, GF and guacamole | VG, GF</span I>
Cinnamon Churro Fries | V
Coffee & Tea

$30.00 | Minimum of 20 orders

Thai Mango Slaw with spicy ginger dressing | VG, GF
Mixed Greens with pickled carrots, cucumber, edamame, slivered peppers, hoisin and lemon basil dressing on the side | VG
General Tso: breaded chicken bites tossed in a sweet and spicy sauce | H
Thai Tofu Green Curry with coconut milk, spinach, peppers, celery, and mushrooms | VG, GF
Ginger and Lime Scented Jasmine Rice | VG, GF
Sliced Fruit | VG, GF
Coffee & Tea

$32.00 | Minimum of 20 orders

Assorted Buns and Butter
Caribbean Chopped Salad iceberg lettuce, peppers, beans, onions, lime, chilli dressing | VG
Islands Mango Slaw mango, peppers, Nappa cabbage, honey mustard dressing | V, GF
Cuban Lentil Picadillo lentils, tomatoes, olives, onions | VG
Jerk Roasted Chicken traditional jerk spiced chicken thighs | H, GF
Plantain Sweet Potato Trio roasted new potatoes, fried plantains, spiced sweet potatoes | VG, GF
Mango Cake | V
Coffee & Tea

$32.00 | Minimum of 10 orders – Maximum 25 orders

Assorted Buns and Butter
Build Your Own Salad with mixed greens and assorted toppings: grape tomatoes, cucumber, shredded carrots, black beans, chickpeas, pumpkin seeds, dried cranberries with assorted dressings on the side | VG, GF
Grainy Mustard Fingerling Potato Salad | VG, GF
Quinoa Salad with baby kale, sweet peppers, cucumber & roasted chickpeas | VG, GF (Proteins served on warm platters)
Herb Roasted Chicken Breast | H, GF
Maple Glazed Fillet of Salmon | GF
Vegan option available upon request
Assorted Bite Size Cakes & Pastries | V
Sliced Fruit Platter | VG, GF
Coffee & Tea

$36.00 | Minimum of 20 orders

Baby Spinach Salad with roasted red peppers, toasted sunflower seeds, crumbled cotija cheese and zesty orange dressing | V, GF
Fingerling Potato Poutine: roasted fingerling potatoes topped with cheese curds and gravy | V, GF
Braised Chicken with Kansas City BBQ sauce, creamy ranch slaw on a ciabatta bun | H
Shrimp Po’boy jalapeno breaded shrimp, mango slaw and remoulade on a mini hoagie
“Impossible” Ground Taquito corn flour tortilla, Pico de Gallo, guacamole, shredded vegan Tex-Mex cheese | VG, GF
Assorted Flavoured Churros | V
Sliced fruit | VG, GF
Coffee & Tea

GF = Gluten Free | H = Halal | V = Vegetarian | VG = Vegan

Plated Dinner

All dinner orders must be confirmed a minimum of 10 business days prior.
20% additional fee for late orders
Prices and menu are subject to change without notice.

Regular $58 per person | Minimum 25 people

Bread Basket with Butter
Coffee & Tea Service

Select one for the group:

Caprese Salad
Vine tomatoes, bocconcini, fresh basil, extra virgin olive oil, olive antiboise, and balsamic glaze | GF
Beet and Goat Cheese
Roasted beets, arugula, crumbled goat cheese, sunflower seeds, and citrus vinaigrette | GF
Envision Greens
Mixed baby greens, grape tomatoes, carrots, cucumber, toasted pumpkin seeds and dried fruits with lemon and basil vinaigrette | VG, GF

Select one for the group:

Roasted Atlantic Salmon marinated in Tamari and maple.
Roasted garlic broccolini, sweet peppers, fingerling potatoes | GF
Stuffed Chicken Supreme
Goat cheese, sundried tomatoes, and spinach. roasted carrots, asparagus, potato galette | H, GF
Chicken Roulade
Chicken thighs with mushroom and herb farce, French beans, mashed potatoes, caramelized onion jus | H, GF

Select one for the group:

Salted Caramel Cheesecake
Decadent Chocolate cake | VG, GF
Apple Caramel Oatmeal Crisp

Platters/Appetizers

20% additional fee for late orders
Prices and menu are subject to change without notice.

Serves 10 – 15 ppl
English cucumber, mini carrots, grape tomatoes, celery, broccoli, cauliflower ranch dip

Serves 10 – 15 ppl
Freshly cut honeydew, cantaloupe, pineapple, watermelon, green, red grapes

Serves 10 – 15 ppl
Selection of medium cheddar, Brie, goat cheese, and provolone

Assorted mini dessert squares | 2 – dozen
Selections pending availability

Price per dozen
Minimum 2 dozen per selection

Assorted Mini Quiche (contains pork) | $32
Vegetable Spring Rolls with Plum Sauce | VG | $34
Samosas | VG | $34
Spanakopita | V | $34
Truffled Scented Mac n Cheese Fritters | V | $34
Thai Spiced Karaage Chicken Bites | H | $35
BBQ Halal Meatballs | H | $36
Tempura Shrimp | $38
Lemongrass Chicken Skewer | H, GF | $38
“Impossible Ground” Mini Kofta Skewers w/ Vegan garlic sauce | VG, GF | $40
Buffalo Chicken Trumpet | $45
Brie and Raspberry Pastry | V | $45

Price per dozen
Minimum 2 dozen per selection

Smoked Salmon & Cream Cheese Phyllo Cups | $32
Hummus Cucumber & Tomato Bite | VG, GF | $28
Roasted Garlic White Bean and Tomato and Herb Jam | VG | $30
Smoked Duck with Cranberry Goat Cheese and Balsamic Glaze | $34
Creamy Spinach and Artichoke in Phyllo | VG | $30
Chilled Harissa Spiced Shrimp | H, GF | $36

GF = Gluten Free | H = Halal | V = Vegetarian | VG = Vegan

Beverages

20% additional fee for late orders
Prices and menu are subject to change without notice.

Items	Price
Coffee (min. 5 serving)	$2.25
Coffee (decaf)	$2.25
Hot Chocolate (min. 5 servings)	$2.25
Herbal Tea	$2.25
Orange Pekoe Tea	$2.25
Hot Apple Cider	$2.95

Items	Price
Bottled Juice (Individual)	$3.20
Milk (small)	$2.20
Soy Milk (250 ml)	$3.50
Bottled Spring Water	$2.20
Perrier Water 350 ml (bottle)	$2.90
Water Pitcher	$2.85
Water 3-Galon (Yields approximately 60 servings)	$10.00
Citrus Infused Water (per gallon)	$18.00

Catering Regular Menu 2024

POLICIES

Room Reservations

Menu Selections

Cancellations

Pricing

Delivery

Guaranteed Numbers

Attendant Staffing and Setup

Food Safety

Food Allergy Disclaimer

Invoicing

Continental Breakfast

Classic Breakfast Buffet

The Canadian Buffet

Breakfast Wraps

“On the Run” Breakfast Sandwiches

Sweet and Savory Breakfast Bites

A La Carte Breakfast

A La Carte Snacks

Classic Sandwich Platter

Deluxe Sandwich Platter

Classic Wrap Platter

Deluxe Wrap Platter

“Boxed” Sandwiches

“Boxed” Wraps

The Pasta Bar

The Grand River

Mediterranean

Fiesta Buffet

Sweet and Spice

The Islands Buffet

Light Buffet for Small Groups

Mini Handhelds

Appetizers

Entrees

Dessert

Vegetable Crudité | $55

Fresh Fruit Platter | $65

Cheese Platter | $75

Dessert Platter | $38

Hot Hors d’oeuvres

Cold Hors d’oeuvres