CATERING GUIDE
GREAT FOOD. GREAT SERVICE.
Welcome to Alverno College Catering and Banquet Services.
Our catering and event team is very excited to work with you
to make your event experience memorable. With a variety of
spaces available on campus and our creative culinary staff, we
will ensure every detail of your event is a success!
Please keep in mind that the menu options included in this guide
are examples of what we can offer you. If your event requires any
special services or dietary restrictions, we will cater to your needs.
If you have any questions regarding our services, please call our
Catering Manager at 414-382-6051.
We look forward to working with you on your next event!
Great food. Great service.
TABLE OF CONTENTS
BREAKFAST
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APPETIZERS
2-3
SALADS
SANDWICHES & WRAPS
BBQ & PIZZA
SPECIALTY BUFFETS
SERVED ENTREES
4
5-6
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8-9
10
ENTREE BUFFETS
11 - 12
BEVERAGES
13 - 14
DESSERTS & BAKERY
15 - 16
PLANNING YOUR EVENT
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BREAKFAST BUFFET
BREAKFAST
These menus are presented buffet style. All buffets are served on disposable serviceware.
China is available for an additional cost.
Minimum of 25 People
THE CONTINENTAL
$9.00 per person
Assorted Breakfast Pastries
Assorted Juices, Coffee, and Ice Water
THE FRESH FRUIT CONTINENTAL
$11.00 per person
Seasonal Sliced Fresh Fruit Tray
Assorted Breakfast Pastries
Assorted Juices, Coffee, and Ice Water
THE SUNRISE SPECIAL
$11.00 per person
Scrambled Eggs
Choice of Ham, Bacon, or Sausage Links
Lyonnaise Red Potatoes
Assorted Juices, Coffee, and Ice Water
A LA CARTE BREAKFAST
Yogurt, Granola, and Fresh Seasonal Berries
$4.50 each
Healthy Snack Bars
$2.00 each
Seasonal Whole Fruit
$2.00 each
Seasonal Fresh Fruit Cups
$4.00 each
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APPETIZER PLATTERS
APPETIZERS
25 PIECES PER PLATTER
HOT HORS D’OEUVRES
CHICKEN OR VEGGIE QUESADILLAS
$41.00
CHICKEN, BEEF, OR SHRIMP SKEWERS
$53.25
CHICKEN TEMPURA W/ ASIAN SAUCE
$44.25
CHICKEN WINGS W/ RANCH, BBQ, OR BUFFALO SAUCE
$44.25
CHICKEN TENDERS W/ BBQ OR RANCH SAUCE
$44.25
MINI CRAB CAKES W/ AIOLI SAUCE
$70.00
COCONUT SHRIMP W/ COCKTAIL SAUCE
$66.50
SWEDISH, BBQ OR MARINARA MEATBALLS
$30.75
MINI BEEF WELLINGTON
$81.75
BACON WRAPPED WATER CHESTNUTS
$39.50
BEEF TENDERLOIN SATAY
$48.25
SPINACH STUFFED MUSHROOMS
$42.75
SPANIKOPITA GREEK PASTRY
$54.25
PHYLLO BITES STUFFED W. BRIE & RASPBERRY
$59.00
DIPS
SERVES 25 PER ORDER
BAKED SPINACH & ARTICHOKE DIP
$58.25
TACO DIP
$50.50
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APPETIZER PLATTERS CONT.
25 PIECES PER PLATTER
COLD HORS D’OEUVRES
CUCUMBER & CHICKEN SALAD CANAPÉS
$31.25
PESTO & RED PEPPER BAGUETTES
$29.50
ANTIPASTO SKEWERS
$49.50
SHRIMP COCKTAIL
$78.25
BRUSCHETTA
$36.00
MOZZARELLA, PESTO & SUNDRIED TOMATO BAGUETTE
$40.75
SMOKED SALMON
market price
MINIMUM 12 GUESTS PER ORDER
SEASONAL FRESH FRUIT TRAY
$3.70 per person
CHEESE & CRACKER TRAY
$4.75 per person
CHEESE, SAUSAGE & CRACKER TRAY
$6.25 per person
RAW VEGETABLE CRUDITÉ W/ DIP
$3.25 per person
SILVER DOLLAR SANDWICHES
$2.75 per person
GOURMET CHEESE ASSORTMENT
$7.00 per person
SNACKS
Serves 25 each
Gardettos / $11.75
Mini Pretzels / $6.50
Kettle Chips & Dip / $11.75
Homemade Lime Tortilla Chips w. Salsa / $13.25
Mixed Nuts / $36.25
Popcorn / $6.50
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HEALTHY GREENS
SALADS
All salads are served with a fresh roll. Coffee and ice water are included.
Add Chicken for $1.00 or Salmon for $1.75 per guest
CAESAR SALAD
$10.75
Fresh Romaine Lettuce topped with Grated Parmesan Cheese, Homemade
Croutons, Red Onions, and Black Olives. Served with traditional Caesar Dressing.
STRAWBERRY FIELDS SALAD
$11.25
Spring Greens, Orange Wedges, Sliced Fresh Strawberries, Red Onion, Candied
Walnuts, and Blue Cheese. Served with Raspberry Vinaigrette Dressing.
GRILLED SALMON SALAD
$15.75
Spring Greens, Brown Sugar Spiced Salmon, Red Onion, and Walnuts. Served with
Balsamic Vinaigrette Dressing.
RAW SPINACH SALAD
$11.25
Spinach, Feta Cheese, Red Onion, and Homemade Croutons. Served with Warm
Bacon Dressing
SOUTHWEST ROASTED CORN
$9.50
Fresh Romaine Lettuce topped with Roasted Corn, Black Beans, and Crispy
Tortilla Strips. Served with Chili Ranch Dressing.
HEART HEALTHY SALAD BUFFET
$11.25
Minimum 25 people. Coffee and Ice Water are included with each buffet. All buffets are served
on disposable serviceware. China is available for additional cost.
Fresh Spring Greens
Ham, Turkey, and Tofu
Tomato, Cucumber, Broccoli, Mushrooms, Red & Green Peppers
Red Onions, Boiled Eggs, and Shredded Cheddar
Croutons and Sunflower Seeds
Assorted Breads & Rolls
Choice of 2 Dressings
Add a choice of soup to your buffet for an additional $1.50 per person
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SANDWICHES
SANDWICHES & WRAPS
All sandwiches are served with kettle chips and a pickle. Coffee and ice water are
included.
CALIFORNIA CLUB
$10.75
Grilled Chicken Breast served on a Kaiser Roll with Avocado, Monterey Jack
Cheese, Bacon, Lettuce, and Tomato.
CHICKEN BACON RANCH SANDWICH
$10.75
Crispy Smoked Bacon on top of a Grilled Chicken Breast with Monterey Jack
Cheese, Lettuce, Tomato, and Ranch Dressing. Served on a Ciabatta Bun.
FRESH CHICKEN SALAD
$10.75
Classic Chicken Salad with Sweet Red Grapes and Leaf Lettuce. Served on a
Croissant.
CLASSIC CLUB SANDWICH
$10.50
Ham, Turkey, Bacon, Colby Jack Cheese, Lettuce, Tomato, Red Onion, and
Mayonnaise. Served on Multi Grain Bread.
TRIPLE PANINO
$10.75
Ham, Turkey, and Roast Beef with Spring Greens, Tomatoes, served on Asiago
Foccocia Bread with premium Olive Dressing.
THREE CHEESE PESTO
$10.75
Swiiss, Cheddar, and Provolone topped with Spinach, Tomato, and Pesto Sauce
on a Ciabatta Bun.
WRAPS
All wraps are served with kettle chips and a pickle. Coffee and ice water are
included.
TRIPLE CLUB
$11.25
Ham, Turkey, Bacon, Monterey Jack Cheese, Lettuce, Tomato, and Mayonnaise
served in a Tomato Basil Wrap.
DOUBLE CLUB
$10.75
Turkey, Bacon, Cheddar Cheese, Lettuce, Tomato and Mayonnaise served in a
Tomato Bail Wrap.
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WRAPS CONT.
CAESAR WRAP
$10.75
Julienne Chicken Breast, Romaine Lettuce, Red Onion, Black Olives, Grated
Parmesan Cheese, all tossed together in a Classic Caesar Dressing. Served in a
Honey Wheat Wrap.
ASIAGO ROAST BEEF
$11.25
Roast Beef, Asiago Cheese, Lettuce, Tomato, Red Onion, and Horseradish
Sauce. Served in a Tomato Basil Wrap.
ITALIAN ROASTED VEGETABLE
$10.50
Seasoned Fresh Vegetables, roasted and piled high on top of Fresh Greens,
Parmesan Cheese with a Creamy Basil Pesto served in a Spinach Wrap.
MEDITERANEAN ROASTED VEGETABLE
$10.50
Roasted Seasoned Fresh Vegetables piled high on top of Fresh Greens,
Feta Cheese, with a Roasted Red Pepper Sauce. Served in a Spinach Wrap.
BOXED
Boxed lunches include kettle chips, seasonal fresh fruit, cookies, condiments, and canned soda
or bottled water.
CLASSICS BOXED
$11.75
Ham and Swiss, Turkey and Cheddar, or Veggie Sandwich served on Whole
Wheat with Lettuce and Tomato.
DELI SALAD SELECT BOXED
$11.75
Chicken Salad, Tuna Salad, or Egg Salad served on a Croissant with Lettuce
and Tomato.
WRAPS BOXED
$14.00
Chicken Caesar, Asiago Roast Beef, Chicken Pesto, or Mediterranean Grilled
Vegetable
CHICKEN CAESAR SALAD BOXED
$12.50
Julienne Chicken Breast, Romaine Lettuce, Red Onions, Croutons, Caesar Dressing
and Grated Parmesan Cheese served with a Dinner Roll and Cookie.
Other Salad Options Available Upon Request
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BBQ & PIZZA
BBQ & PIZZA
BACKYARD BBQ
2 meats $11.75 per person / 3 meats $13.00 per person
Hamburger, Chicken Breast, Bratwurst, Hot Dog, or Veggie Burger
Lettuce, Tomato, Onion, and Pickle Tray
American Cheese
Choice of Coleslaw or Potato Salad
Baked Beans
Chips
Cookies
Ice Water and Lemonade
PIZZA
16” Large Cheese Pizza $15.25 / Additional Toppings $1.25 each
Shredded Cheese
Pepperoni
Sausage
Mushrooms
Black Olives
Red Peppers
Green Peppers
Onions
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SPECIALTY BUFFETS
SPECIALTY BUFFETS
These menus are presented buffet style. Coffee and Ice Water are included with each
buffet. All buffets are served on disposable serviceware. China is available for additional cost.
Minimum of 25 People
Add a choice of soup to your buffet for an additional $1.50 per person
THE DELI
$11.50
Roast Beef, Turkey, and Ham
Assorted Cheeses
Assorted Breads & Rolls
Lettuce, Tomato, Pickles, Onions
Mayonnaise and Mustard
Pasta Salad, Kettle Chips, and Cookies
HEART HEALTHY
$11.50
Fresh Spring Greens
Ham, Turkey, and Tofu
Tomato, Cucumber, Broccoli, Mushrooms, Red & Green Peppers
Red Onions, Boiled Eggs, and Shredded Cheddar
Croutons and Sunflower Seeds
Assorted Breads & Rolls
Choice of 2 Dressings
LITTLE ITALY
$14.00
Choice of 2: Spaghetti, Penne, Bow Tie, or Fettuccine
Includes: Marinara Sauce or Alfredo Sauce
Choice of 2: Italian Meatballs, Italian Sausage, Chicken, Roasted Red
Peppers and Onions
Garlic Bread and Tossed Salad
Choice of 2 Dressings
LASAGNA OR MEATLESS LASAGNA
$14.00
Pick 1: Meat Lasagna or Vegetarian Lasagna
Garlic Bread and Tossed Salad
Choice of 2 Dressings
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SPECIALTY BUFFETS CONT.
Minimum of 25 People
Add a choice of soup to your buffet for $1.50 per person
FIESTA BUFFET
$12.75
Hard and Soft Shell Tacos
Seasoned Taco Beef and Spicy Chicken
Chopped Lettuce, Tomato, Jalapenos, Black Olives
Spanish Rice and Refried Beans
Cheddar Cheese, Sour Cream, and Salsa
Add guacamole $2.50 per person
SIZZLING STIR FRY
$12.50
Chicken, Beef and Seasoned Tofu
Carrots, Broccoli, Cauliflower, Red and Green Peppers, Onions,
Pea Pods, and Water Chestnuts
White or Fried Rice
Your Choice of Mild, Medium, or Hot Spices
Made to Order $3.00 more per person
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SERVED ENTREES
SERVED ENTREES
All served entrees are served with a roll and butter and include a choice of salad: House Salad,
Caesar Salad, Fresh Spinach, or Strawberry Fields Salad. Beverages include iced water and coffee
service. Service includes wait staff, linen on guest tables, set up and clean up. Served luncheons
and dinners are served on china. Minimum 25 guests.
CAPRESE CHICKEN
$22.00
Seared Marinated Chicken Breast topped with Roasted Tomato Basil Compote
and Shaved Parmesan. Served with a Fresh Herb Capellini and Seasonal
Vegetables.
APPLE STUFFED CHICKEN BREAST
$22.00
Panko Encrusted Chicken stuffed with Apple Sage Dressing and topped with
Sweet Apple Cream Sauce. Served with Roasted Potatoes and Seasonal
Vegetables.
BEEF MEDALLIONS
market
Grilled Tenderloin, sliced and topped with a savory Red Wine & Capers Sauce.
Served with Garlic Mashed Potatoes and Seasonal Vegetables.
PORK MEDALLIONS
$23.75
Pork Tenderloin, sliced and topped with a Bourbon Maple Glaze. Served with
Sweet Buttermilk Cornbread and Seasonal Vegetables.
LEMON GLAZED SALMON
$30.00
Grilled Salmon topped with a fresh Lemon Glaze Sauce. Served with Wild Rice
and Seasonal Vegetables.
PARMESAN CRUSTED COD
$24.25
Cod encrusted in a Parmesan Rub, topped with Lemon Butter Sauce. Served
with Wild Rice and Seasonal Vegetables.
PARMESAN CRUSTED PORTABELLA
$22.00
Parmesan Crusted Portabella Mushrooms stuffed with Feta Cheese and Spinach.
Served on a bed of Spring Greens and Seasonal Vegetables.
FOUR CHEESE RAVIOLI & HERB PESTO
$21.00
Four Cheese Ravioli served with Fresh Herb Pesto and Blanc Legumes. Topped
with Herb Pesto and served with Garlic Bread.
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ENTREE BUFFETS
ENTREE BUFFETS
All entree buffets include iced water and coffee service. Service includes wait staff, linen on guest
tables, set up and clean up. Buffets are served with china. Minimum 25 guests.
Carving Station $3.00 per person.
OPTIONS
OPTION ONE:
$22.00
One Entree
1 Starch
1 Vegetable
Choice of Salad with 2 Dressings
Dinner Rolls with Butter
OPTION TWO:
$24.00
Two Entree
2 Starch
1 Vegetable
Choice of Salad with 2 Dressings
Dinner Rolls with Butter
OPTION THREE:
$27.00
Three Entree
2 Starch
1 Vegetable
Choice of Salad with 2 Dressings
Dinner Rolls with Butter
ENTREE OPTIONS:
Chicken Parmigiano
Champagne Chicken
Beef Burgandy
Roast Beef with Demi Glaze
Glazed Pit Ham
Roast Pork Loin
Parmesan Crusted Cod
Lemon Glazed Salmon
Four Cheese Ravioli in Marinara Sauce
Tri Color Tortellini (Alfredo or Marinara Sauce)
Mushroom Risotto
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ENTREE BUFFETS CONT.
STARCH OPTIONS:
Buttered Noodles
Oven Roasted Yukon Potatoes
Au Gratin Potatoes
Baked Potato
Dutchess Potatoes
Long Grain Wild Rice
Jasmine Rice
VEGETABLE OPTIONS:
Maple Glazed Carrots
Green Bean Almandine
Asparagus Spears with Julienne Red Peppers
Whole Kern Corn
Broccoli
Caribbean Vegetable Blend
California Vegetable Blend
Seasonal Vegetable Blend
Braised Root Vegetables
SALAD OPTIONS:
House Salad
Caesar Salad
Fresh Spinach
Strawberry Fields Salad
Dressing Options: Ranch, French, Italian or Fat Free
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REFRESHMENTS
BEVERAGES
ALCOHOLIC BEVERAGES
We can provide a Cash Bar or Host Bar depending on your event. All Host Bars are billed based
on consumption. Bartenders are required. There must be one bartender per 100 guests. There is
a $100.00 bar sales minimum per hour per bartender. Each bartender is billed at $25.00 per hour
minimum. Service includes wait staff, set up and clean up. Wine donations are subject to
corking fee.
BOTTLED BEER
PREMIUM BEER
BARREL OF BEER (Domestic)
BARREL OF BEER (Mirco)
HOUSE WINE
MIXED DRINK
CHAMPAGNE
SPECIALTY WINE
$4.75 each
$5.50 to $9.75 each
$265.00 each
market price
$7.00 per glass / $17.50 per bottle
$8.25 per glass
$17.50 per bottle
market place
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REFRESHMENTS CONT.
NON-ALCOHOLIC BEVERAGES
SODA
12 oz Bottle $2.70 / Glass of Soda $1.50 each
JUICE
12 oz Bottle $2.75 / Glass of Juice $2.50 each / $19.50 per gallon
BOTTLED WATER
HOT TEA
MILK 8oz
12 oz Bottle $2.75
$1.25 each
(Chocolate, 2%, or Skim)
$1.75 each
HOUSE COFFEE 16 servings
$22.00 per gallon
PREMIUM ANODYNE COFFEE
$25.75 per gallon
ICED TEA (Unsweetened)
$11.75 per gallon
LEMONADE
$11.75 per gallon
PUNCH
$11.75 per gallon
SPARKLING GRAPE JUICE
$11.75 per bottle
FLAVORED WATER STATION
$11.75 per gallon
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DESSERT
CLASSIC PIE
$6.25 each
Cherry
Pumpkin
Apple
Fruits of the Forest
PREMIUM PIE
$7.50 each
Caramel Apple
Key Lime
French Silk
PLAIN CHEESECAKE W/ FRUIT
$8.50 each
SUZY’S CHEESECAKE
$8.50 each
NEW YORK CHEESECAKE
$8.50 each
SNICKERS CHEESECAKE
$8.50 each
TORTE
$7.00 each
TUXEDO TORTE
$7.00 each
CARROT CAKE
$6.25 each
TIRAMISU
$6.25 each
FLOURLESS CHOCOLATE CAKE
$6.25 each
CHOCOLATE LOVIN’ SPOON
$5.75 each
ICE CREAM SOCIAL
$5.25 each
Ice cream sundae with variety of toppings,
whipped cream and cherries.
DECORATED CAKE
$58.00 half sheet / $95.00 full sheet
Serves up to 80 people
Choice of: Marble, Yellow, or Chocolate
Whipped Cream or Buttercream Frosting
All Cakes include Decoration
See Catering Manager for Custom Cake Pricing
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BAKERY
All items sold by the dozen
ASSORTED DONUTS
$15.75
GOURMET MUFFINS
$23.00
CINNAMON ROLLS
$23.00
MINI BAGELS W/ CREAM CHEESE
$18.25
MINI SCONES
$18.50
STRUDEL BITES
$10.25
KRINGLE
$14.00
BROWNIES
$13.25
RICE CRISPY BARS
$13.25
LEMON BARS
$13.25
GOURMET BARS
$18.50
ASSORTED MINI DESSERTS
$17.50
ASSORTED COOKIES
$13.00
GOURMET COOKIES
$17.50
COFFEE CAKE
$16.25
BREAKFAST BREAD
$16.25
All flavors sold by 1 dozen increments
Blueberry
Cranberry
Chocolate Chip
Poppy Seed
Banana
Cinnamon
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PLANNING YOUR EVENT
We are excited to start planning your event with you! We are passionate about
catering events and are dedicated to the success of your event, small or big.
Please use this guide to understand the processes, guidelines and expectations
as we work together to achieve success with your event.
PLACING AN ORDER
All orders are required to be placed with the Catering Manager.
Catering must be made 10 days in advance. Catering of 100 guests or more are
required to be placed 3 weeks in advance. The final count of your party must be
finalized 4 days before the event.
Contact our Catering Manager at 414-382-6051 if you have any questions on
placing the order.
GUARANTEES & MINIMUMS
You will be billed on the basis of guaranteed number or guest attendance if
exceeds the guaranteed count. Minimum counts are stated in the guide.
CANCELLATION
All cancellations must be made 36 hours in advance to ensure that no charges
will be made.
STAFFING
Food Services, Inc. staffs each event according to its needs. As a standard, we
estimate 1 server per 20 guests for all served menus. 1 server per 30 guests for all
buffet meals. 1 server per 50 guests for all continental breakfasts and receptions.
Attendant charges are incurred with a minimum of 4 hours per attendant. Weekend
events may be subject to an additional charge to cover any overtime accrued.
Additional Attendant Fee may be added for requested additional server.
ALCOHOL SERVICE
Food Services, Inc. will provide beer, wine, and liquor for all events on site.
Bartender fees are incurred with a minimum of 5 hours. If your event has of age
and under age guests an additional charge may be incurred for the cost of security.
All alcohol must be catered by Food Services, Incorporated with the exception of
donations of alcohol to an event. All donations are subject to a corking fee.
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CHINA & TABLE LINENS
Cutlery/china wil be charged per person for guaranteed head count. Linen will be
charged based upon event host preferences; prices, quantity, color, and sizes.
FLOWERS & CENTERPIECES
We would be happy to help you with your decorating needs, please contact our
Catering Manager for specific requests. Flowers and centerpieces will be at the
expense of the customer.
AMENITIES
Additional needs for your event, such as overhead projectors, microphone, podiums,
etc. Please contact your Event and Space Manager at 414-382-6039 for more
information.
BILLING
At the time of the initial booking a billing summary will be given to the client. When
the client receives the summary, there is a 50% down payment required. Two weeks
prior to the event the final guarantee count and balance is due. Event prices that
are quoted do not include sales tax, a final bill will be based on the guarantee count
in the case that more guests attend.
Great food. Great service.
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