Food Preparation
9.1 Food preparation facilities in the Premises are available at the rear of the stage for basic preparation, tea-making facilities, with the provision of a small fridge. The basement food preparation room provides warming ovens. Crockery (maximum 250 cups/saucers), teapots, sugar bowls, milk jugs are available on request. The Hirer shall be responsible for the washing and clearing away these items. Tea towels detergents etc are not provided by the Council. Should any of these items be damaged or left in an unsatisfactory condition, which would offend the next user, a charge of £50.00 will be invoiced to the Hirer.
9.2 The Hirer shall ensure that all rubbish including waste food is removed from the Premises and placed into appropriate refuse receptacles. Failure to do so will result in a charge of £80.00 being invoiced to the Hirer.
9.3 If the function includes the provision of food for guests, then food must be provided by a caterer, who complies with the provisions of the Food Safety Act 1990, Food Hygiene (England) Regulations 2013, and Regulation (EC) No 852/2004. To this end, the caterer must be registered with their local Authority, and should be rated at least 3, in the National Food Hygiene Rating Scheme.
9.4 Tablecloths are available to hire for a small charge.