Cake Cutting Per Slice Recipe
If you are planning an bringing a special dessert for the end of your celebration, please notify us in advance. We do charge a $4.50 / per slice Cake Cutting fee for all outside desserts.
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Ingredients
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Cake Cutting Fee Details
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Method
Cake Cutting Fee Details
Notify in advance
Inform the venue or host at the time of booking (or as early as possible) that you are bringing an outside dessert so the cake cutting fee can be applied and arrangements made.
Confirm slices
Provide the expected number of slices you will need cut (or the number of guests to be served). The venue will calculate the fee as $4.50 per slice. Example: for 20 slices, total fee = 20 × $4.50 = $90.00.
Payment
Arrange payment of the cake cutting fee according to the venue's policy (prepayment, at arrival, or on the final bill). Ensure the fee is recorded on your contract or event invoice.
Service and Serving
Bring supplies or request venue supply
Decide whether you will provide plates, forks, napkins, and a cake server. If you request the venue to supply these items, confirm availability and any additional charges.
Delivery and timing
Bring the cake to the venue at the agreed time. Coordinate with the event manager where to store the cake (refrigeration if needed) until serving time.
Cutting procedure
At serving time, use a clean, sharp knife and cake server. If pre-cut slices are requested, cut uniformly to the agreed number of slices. Wipe the knife between cuts for clean edges if the cake has sticky or creamy layers.
Portioning and plating
Place each slice on an individual plate with a fork and napkin. If any guests have allergies or special requests (e.g., gluten-free, no nuts), mark or separate those slices.
Leftovers
If there are leftovers, place remaining portions in a box for transport or store per the cake's refrigeration needs. Confirm with the venue whether they provide boxes or if you should bring one.