2013-2014

CATERING GUIDE
Housing & Food Services
Penn State Berks

TABLE OF CONTENTS

Catering Policies & Guidelines

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Continental Breakfast Buffet Selections

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Hot Breakfast Buffet Selections

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Cold Lunch Buffet Selections

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Break Service Selections

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Hors Doeuvres

Page 9

Dinner Buffet Selections

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Side Dishes

Page 12

Dessert Selections

Page 13

Picnics

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Additional Charges

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CATERING POLICIES & GUIDELINES

1.

Please make sure to submit your catering request in a timely manner. Any request received less than one week prior to the
date of your event will require the approval of management. It may not be possible to approve some late requests. Late
requests may result in additional costs to the customer. All menu selections may not be available.

2.

You must provide accurate billing/budget information at the time of your request. Your reservation will not be confirmed
without this information.

3.

Catering deliveries are typically made thirty (30) minutes prior to the official start time of your event. If your event requires
something different, please include this information in your catering request.

4.

FOR CLASSROOM DELIVERIES: When submitting your request, please indicate the catering is being delivered to a
classroom. You are responsible for arranging for tables for the food set-up. Since the food is being delivered to a classroom,
you will also need to provide a specific time for delivery and pick-up.

5.

In the event that we have multiple requests for the same time deliveries will be made in the order that the catering requests
were received. You will be notified if your catering request occurs at the same time as other requests.

6.

Penn State Berks Housing & Food Services is eager to provide information and assistance in planning your catered event. In
the initial stages of planning, an estimated number of guests will be required.

7.

All events will be buffet style service with the choice of either disposable products or china (additional charge). Table linens
will be provided for the buffet tables. Any request for table linens should be made two weeks prior to the event, and will be
charged accordingly.

8.

Formal table settings with linen, formal china, flowers, and wait service can be provided for an additional charge.

9.

A 10% service charge will be added to all delivered catered events outside our building. There is also a $25.00 minimum for
any catered event.

10. One week before the event, the Food Service Manager should be informed of any changes in the estimated number of guests.
11. No later than 48 business hours before the event, the client must notify Catering with their guaranteed number of guests
attending, as well as, any changes in their catering request. Guest numbers stand confirmed at 48 business hours in advance.
12. The client will be billed for 100% of the guaranteed number of guests.
13. In the event of a cancellation less than 48 business hours prior to the catered event, non-recoverable costs incurred by the
Penn State Berks Housing & Food Services will be charged to the appropriate group or organization.
14. Menu changes may have to be made in unusual or uncontrollable circumstances. In such a situation, substitute items of
comparable quality will be served. If possible, clients will be notified in advance of such changes.
15. When any event begins more than 15 minutes after the designated service time, Penn State Berks Housing & Food Services
cannot be held responsible for the overall quality of the meal. Additional labor costs incurred will become the responsibility
of the client.
16. Due to Standard Board of Health practices, prepared leftover foods may not be removed from the premises.
17. LIONS DEN: All reservation requests for the Lions Den must be approved by the Director of Housing & Food Services.
Please make sure to indicate how you want the tables/chairs arranged at the time of your reservation.
18. LIONS DEN: There will be a $75.00 room set-up fee for any event that requires a table arrangement other than our standard
room arrangement.
19. To order catering, please send an email to BKCater@psu.edu and include all relevant information including event name,
contact, time of event, estimated time event will be complete, location, guest count and budget information. In addition, you
can contact our office with questions at (610) 396-6354.

CONTINENTAL BREAKFAST SELECTIONS

Pastry Service
v
v
v
v
v

$1.99/guest

Danish
Muffins
Croissants
Scones
Quick Breads, Bear Claws and Long Johns available by request

Bagels with Cream Cheese

$2.49/guest

Yogurt Parfait Bar

$1.99/guest

v Vanilla Low-Fat Yogurt with Assorted Toppings that may include Assorted Fresh Fruit, Dried Fruit,
Nuts, and Granola
Pre-Packaged Yogurts

$1.75/guest

v Assorted Flavors
Fruit Platter with dip (3 oz./guest)
v Small (20-25 servings)
v Large (45-50 servings)

$2.95/guest
$75.00
$140.00

Cold Cereals with milk

v Basic
Coffee & Tea Service: Please specify quantity of regular and/or decaf coffee
v Small Urn ( gallon) about 8 portions
v Large Urn (1 gallon) about 24 portions

$2.80/guest
$2.25/guest
$18.00
$54.00

Bottled Juices

$1.99/guest

Bulk Juices (8 oz./guest)

$1.75/guest

v Pitcher (48 oz. capacity/6 servings)

$10.50 each

HOT BREAKFAST BUFFETS

(Minimum 20 people)
Scrambled Eggs (2/person)

$2.80/guest

Pancakes or French Toast (2/person) with syrup

$3.05/guest

Baked Oatmeal Bar

$3.00/guest

Oatmeal baked with Milk, Egg and Brown Sugar and served with Assorted Fruit & Nuts
Breakfast Meats
v
v
v
v

$2.05/guest

Ham Slice
Bacon
Sausage
Turkey Bacon or Sausage

Breakfast Potatoes

$1.55/guest

Coffee & Tea Service: Please specify quantity of regular and/or decaf coffee

$2.25/guest

v Pump Pot ( gallon) about 8 portions

v Large Urn (1 gallon) about 24 portions
Assorted Juice
v Bottled Juice
v Pitcher (48 oz. capacity/6 servings)
v Bulk Juice (8 oz/guest)

$18.00
$54.00
$1.99/guest
$1.99/guest
$10.50 each
$1.75/guest

COLD BUFFETS
Deli Sandwich Platter Buffet

$10.50/guest

v An assortment of the following sandwiches, each served on a fresh gourmet roll:

Roast Beef and Cheddar, Ham and Swiss, Turkey and Provolone
Vegetarian choices include Egg Salad, Cheese and Vegetable, and Vegetable only
Substitute Tuna Salad for meat choice: MON, WED, OR FRI ONLY
Substitute Chicken Salad for meat choice: TUE OR THU ONLY
v Small Bag of Chips or Pretzels
v Salad of the Day which could include Pasta, Mediterranean Barley, or Three Grain
v Penn State Bakery Cookies (2/person)
v Bottled Beverages, Water, Iced Tea, or Soda
Wrap Platter Buffet

$10.50/guest

v An assortment of the following wraps:

Roast Beef and Cheddar, Ham and Swiss, Turkey and Provolone
Vegetarian choices include Egg Salad, Cheese and Vegetable, and Vegetable only
Substitute Tuna Salad for meat choice: MON, WED, OR FRI ONLY
Substitute Chicken Salad for meat choice: TUE OR THU ONLY
v Small Bag of Chips or Pretzels
v Salad of the Day which could include Pasta, Mediterranean Barley, or Three Grain
v Penn State Bakery Cookies (2/person)
v Bottled Beverages, Water, Iced Tea, or Soda
Deluxe Salad

$6.75/guest

v Choice of freshly prepared salads:

Chicken Caesar, Oriental Chicken, Chef, Grilled Chicken, Autumn Chicken Apple or Garden Salad
(Please specify individual salads, large bowl or salad bar setup)
Deli Platter Buffet

$10.50/guest

v Choose three meats: Turkey, Smoked Turkey, Ham, or Roast Beef

Substitute Tuna Salad for meat choice: MON, WED, OR FRI ONLY
Substitute Chicken Salad for meat choice: TUE OR THU ONLY
v Choose two cheeses: Cheddar, American, Swiss, or Provolone
v Lettuce, Tomato and Onion tray, Assorted Condiments, and Assorted Gourmet Rolls
v Small Bag of Chips or Pretzels
v Salad of the Day which could include Pasta, Mediterranean Barley, or Three Grain
v Penn State Bakery Cookies (2/person)
v Bottled Beverages, Water, Iced Tea, or Soda

Basic Box Lunch

$8.75/guest

v Choice of freshly prepared sandwiches:

Turkey & Provolone, Roast Beef & Cheddar, or Ham & Swiss on a Kaiser Roll
Substitute Tuna Salad for meat choice: MON, WED, OR FRI ONLY
Substitute Chicken Salad for meat choice: TUE OR THU ONLY
v Small Bag of Chips or Pretzels
v Hand Fruit or small bag of Apple Slices
v Penn State Bakery Cookies (2/person)
v Can of Soda or 16.9 oz. Bottled Water
Deluxe Box Lunch

$10.50/guest

v Choice of freshly prepared sandwiches:

Turkey & Provolone, Roast Beef & Cheddar, or Ham & Swiss on a Gourmet Roll
Substitute Tuna Salad for meat choice: MON, WED, OR FRI ONLY
Substitute Chicken Salad for meat choice: TUE OR THU ONLY
v Small Bag of Chips or Pretzels
v Salad of the Day which could include Pasta, Mediterranean Barley, or Three Grain
v Hand Fruit or small bag of Apple Slices
v Penn State Bakery Cookies (2/person
v Can of Soda or 16.9 oz. Bottled Water
Party Subs:
v Choice of Turkey, Ham, or Italian
4 Foot (feeds 12-15 people)
6 Foot (feeds 20-25 people)

$52.00
$92.00

BREAK SERVICE SELECTIONS

Coffee & Tea Service: Please specify quantity of regular and/or decaf coffee
v Pump Pot ( gallon) about 8 portions
v Large Urn (1 gallon) about 24 portions

$2.25/guest
$18.00
$54.00

Beverages
v
v
v
v

Assorted Bottled Beverages

Cans of Soda
Bottled Water (16.9 oz.)
Bottled Water (20 oz.)

v Pitcher of Juice (48 oz. capacity/6 servings)

v Pitcher of Punch, Iced Tea, or Lemonade (48 oz. capacity/6 servings)
v
v
v
v
v
v

Bulk Hot Chocolate

Assorted Bulk Juice
Bulk Apple Cider (Hot or Cold)
Bulk Punch, Iced Tea, or Lemonade
Bulk Infused Water
Bulk Water

$1.99/guest
$1.50/guest
$1.50/guest
$1.95/guest
$10.50
$7.50
$2.25/guest
$1.75/guest
$1.75/guest
$1.25/guest
$0.50/guest
$0.30/guest

Food Options
v Vegetable with dip (3 oz. serving per person)
Small Platter: serves 20-25
Large Platter: serves 45-50

$2.25/guest
$55.00
$110.00

v Fruit or Cheese Platter with dip or mustard (3 oz. serving per person)
Small Platter: serves 20-25
Large Platter: serves 45-50

$2.95/guest
$75.00
$140.00

v Cookies, Brownies, or Assortment

$9.00/dozen

v Hand Fruit

$1.00/guest

v Spinach & Artichoke Dip with Pita Chips

$3.25/guest

v Hummus with Pita Chips or Vegetables

$3.25/guest

v Potato Chips or Pretzels

With Dip

$0.75/guest
$1.00/guest

v Tortilla Chips
With Salsa

$0.75/guest
$1.25/guest

HORS DOEUVRES
If your event will be held at a typical meal time, we recommend that you allow 7-10 pieces per guest; for other
times, we suggest 5-7 pieces per guest. All prices are per piece, not per person.
Cold Selections
v Fresh Fruit Kabobs

$60.00/per 25

v Chocolate Covered Strawberries

$55.00/per 25

v Bruschetta Crostina

$60.00/per 25

v Italian Antipasto Skewer

$49.95/per 25

v Bite Size Cheesecakes

$25.00/per 25

v Mini Cream Puffs

$15.00/per 25

v Iced Shrimp Cocktail

$60.00/per 25

v Sushi

Market price

v Doughnut Holes with Fondant and Jelly Dip

$25.00/per 25

v Doughnut Holes and Fruit Skewers

$35.00/per 25

Hot Selections
v Fried Ravioli with Marinara Dipping Sauce

$25.00/per 25

v Assorted Mini Quiche

$36.00/per 25

v Macaroni & Cheese Bites

$40.00/per 25

v Sesame Chicken Medallions with Oriental Dipping Sauce

$42.00/per 25

v Breaded Chicken Fingers

$32.00/per 25

v Chicken Wings with Celery and Blue Cheese Dressing

$25.00/per 25

v Scallops Wrapped in Bacon

$40.00/per 25

v Mini Crab Cakes

$40.00/per 25

v Potato Tangled Shrimp

$40.00/per 25

v Potato & Pea Samosas

$20.00/per 25

v Franks in a Blanket

$25.00/per 25

v Cocktail Meatballs with BBQ sauce

$15.00/per 25

v Mini Vegetable Spring Rolls

$25.00/per 25

v Mini Pizzas

$40.00/per 25

v Mozzarella Cheese Sticks with Marinara Sauce

$20.00/per 25

DINNER BUFFETS
(20 person minimum per entre except for pizza)
Pizza (8 slices/pie)
v Cheese Pizza
v Pepperoni or Sausage
v Supreme
Pizza Buffet
v
v
v
v

$11.99
$13.99
$15.99
$9.99/guest

2 Slices of Cheese or One-Topping Pizza

Tossed Garden Salad
Bakery Cookies (2/person)
Bottled Beverage

Poultry
v
v
v
v
v
v
v

Stuffed Chicken Breasts: Cordon Bleu or Cornbread Stuffing

Grilled Citrus Herb Chicken
Chicken Masala with Mushrooms
Chicken Parmesan
Sliced Roast Turkey
Grilled Marinated Chicken Sandwich
Hot Turkey Sandwich with Gravy

$5.95/guest
$4.30/guest
$4.30/guest
$4.30/guest
$4.30/guest
$5.00/guest
$4.30/guest

Flank Steak
Meatloaf
Hot Roast Beef Sandwich with Gravy
Meatball Sandwich
Ground Beef Tacos (hard or soft) with toppings

$5.50/guest
$4.00/guest
$4.30/guest
$5.50/guest
$4.00/guest

Beef
v
v
v
v
v
Pork
v Herb Crusted Pork Loin
v BBQ Ribs
v Roast Pork with Apple Honey Mustard Glaze

$5.05/guest
$5.05/guest
$5.05/guest

Fish & Seafood

v
v
v
v
v

Red Wine BBQ Salmon

Dill Salmon Fillets
Berks Special Jumbo Lump Crab Cakes
Seafood Stuffed Flounder
Cajun Tilapia

$7.95/guest
$7.95/guest
$11.95/guest
$5.99/guest
$4.30/guest
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Oriental
v
v
v
v
v

Shanghai Chicken
Beef and Broccoli
Vegetable Lo Mein
Vegetarian Fried Rice
Spring Rolls: Vegetarian or Pork

$4.50/guest
$5.50/guest
$3.25/guest
$3.25/guest
$3.25/guest

Lasagna: Meat, Cheese, or Vegetable

Stuffed Shells (2/person)
Spaghetti with Sauce (served with Marinara & Meat Sauce)
Linguine with Roasted Vegetables
Macaroni & Cheese
Chicken Broccoli Alfredo
Chicken Sundried Tomato Pesto Pasta
Four Cheese Baked Penne Pasta

$4.80/guest
$3.50/guest
$3.50/guest
$3.75/guest
$3.50/guest
$6.50/guest
$6.50/guest
$3.75/guest

Pasta
v
v
v
v
v
v
v
v

Puerto Rican
v
v
v
v

Pernil (Roasted Pork with Sofrito)

Pollo (Chicken Breast with Adobo)
Arroz con Color (Spanish Rice)
Pastellios (Beef Empanadas)

$5.50/guest
$4.30/guest
$1.55/guest
$2.99/guest

Vegetarian Entrees (can also be used as upscale side dishes)

v
v
v
v
v
v

Vegan Spinach and Mushroom Turnovers

Gorgonzola and Mushroom Quesadillas
Vegan Stuffed Peppers
Cheese Filled Portabella Mushrooms
Handmade All Vegetable Burgers
Roasted Corn and Two Bean Enchiladas

$2.50/guest
$2.50/guest
$3.00/guest
$2.50/guest
$3.20/guest
$3.00/guest

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SIDE DISHES
Vegetables
v Green Beans, Broccoli, Mixed Vegetables, or Corn

$1.55/guest

Potatoes
v Mashed or Oven Roasted
v Baked Potato with Sour Cream, Butter, and Chives

$1.55/guest
$1.75/guest

Rice
v Steamed Rice, Wild Rice, or Rice Pilaf

$1.55/guest

Salads
v Traditional Tossed Salad or Caesar Salad
v Salad of the Day: Pasta, Mediterranean Barley, Three Grain, or Broccoli and Bacon
Garlic Bread or Rolls

$2.45/guest
$1.25/guest
$1.50/guest

Soup of the Day

v One gallon serves 16 (8 oz. servings)

$40.00/gallon

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PENN STATE BAKERY DESSERTS

Standard Cakes

$2.99/guest

v Lemon Poppy Bundt, Caramel Apple Bundt, Honey Spice Cake, White Cake with Raspberry Filling,
Oreo, Chocolate with Peanut Butter Frosting, Pumpkin Roll, or Low Fat Tiramisu
Standard Fruit Pies

$2.99/guest

v Sour Cream Apple, Pumpkin, Peach Crumb, Blueberry, or Cherry

Crme Pies

$2.99/guest

v Whipped Peanut Butter, Oreo, Chocolate Silk, or Key Lime

Cheesecake

$3.75/guest

v Classic New York, Red Velvet, Oreo, Caramel Apple, or Pumpkin

Assorted Gourmet Desserts

$4.75/guest

Cookies, Brownies, or Assortment

$9.00/dozen

Decorated Seasonal Cutout Cookies

$18.00/dozen

v Lion Paws, Footballs, Autumn, Halloween, or Screen Printed Logos Available

Cakes & Cupcakes
v
v
v
v
v
v

Sheet Cake (serves 15)

Sheet Cake (serves 30)
Full Sheet Cake (serves 60)
Cupcakes
Mini Cupcakes
Whoopie Pies: Assorted Flavors Available

$20.00
$30.00
$50.00
$1.50 each
$9.00/dozen
$12.00/dozen

Trifle
v Angel Food Cake with Fruit, Brownie, or Pumpkin
Layers of Cake, Pudding and Whipped Topping in a Glass Footed Dish (serves 20)

$25.00

ICE CREAM
Assorted Penn State Berkey Creamery and Jack and Jill Flavors available

$38.00

v Three gallon container serves 50 (4 oz. servings)

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PICNICS
(Minimum of 25 people)
Typical Picnic Selections
v
v
v
v

Burgers
Hot Dogs
Kentucky BBQ Turkey
BBQ Chicken

$3.20/guest
$1.80/guest
$3.25/guest
$4.30/guest

Side Dishes
v
v
v
v
v

Macaroni, Potato or Pasta Salad

Side Tossed Salad
Baked Beans
Fresh Corn on the Cob
Watermelon

$1.25/guest
$2.45/guest
$1.55/guest
$1.95/guest
$2.25/guest

Desserts
v Cookies, Brownies, or Assortment
v Fruit Pies

$9.00/dozen
$2.99/guest

Beverages
v Assorted Bottled Beverages
v Bulk Iced Tea or Lemonade
v Pitchers of Punch/Iced Tea/Lemonade (48 oz. capacity/6 servings)

$1.95/guest
$1.25/guest
$7.50 each

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ADDITIONAL CHARGES
v China

1.00/guest

v Plated Service

1.00/guest

v Server or Buffet Attendant (per attendant)

18.00/hr

v Linens (No charge for buffet table linens)

Tablecloth & Napkins

Varies

v Overtime Fees*

Varies

*The charge for OT will be billed at prevailing union rate where necessary.

v Service Charge: 10% for all deliveries outside of Perkins Student Center
v Room Set-Up Fee: $75 ( applies to Lions Den)
v Flowers

Varies

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