Our team takes great pleasure in providing the highest level of customer service to our clients. The entire staff, from the set-up crew to the general manager, will gladly do everything possible to make your event a success. OVATIONS, the Columbus, Georgia Convention and Trade Center s exclusive caterer, is the nation's leader in providing outstanding catering services to public assembly facilities and has developed a local reputation for culinary excellence. We are happy to create a proposal designed especially for your occasion. The menu items listed are only suggestions. Please contact an Ovations Sales Manager to answer any questions regarding menu suggestions. We can help you with all the details to make an impression that your guests will never forget. DIRECTOR OF CATERING SALES Jennifer H Brown To request more information or schedule a consultation, please contact us: Telephone: 706-327-4522 fax: 706-327-8763 Email: Jennifer.Brown@ovationsfs.com Ovations Food Services The following information regarding the catering policies will assist you in planning your next event. If you have any questions, please do not hesitate to call us. Menu Selection Our Catering Sales Team and Executive Chef are happy to create custom menus to meet your particular requirements. All menu details should be completed no later than 4 weeks prior to the event. All food and beverage must be consumed on the premises. No food or beverage may be brought into the building with the exception of specialty cakes, such as wedding, anniversary, birthday, etc. Specialty cakes are subject to a $0.50 per person cake plating fee. Guaranteed Attendance It is necessary we receive your final guarantee of confirmed attendance for each meal function 5 days in advance (excludes holidays & weekends). Your guarantee cannot decrease by more than 25% of the estimated attendance specified on the Banquet Event Order. Caterer shall be entitled to charge and collect from Customer any reasonable costs incurred by Caterer in the event the Guaranteed Attendance figure provided is not provided in time. If we do not receive a confirmed guarantee as stated above, the expected attendance specified in the contract will be your guarantee. We shall be prepared to set and serve 3% over your final guarantee, not to exceed 30 meals (the overage), if received in the correct time. Additional fees may be assessed if we provide linens or setups over the 3% allowed. If your guarantee increases (with manager approval) after the correct time, the overage no longer applies. Customer will be billed based on the final guarantee or the actual number of meals served, whichever is greater. Administrative Charge A 19% Administrative Charge and current sales tax will be applied to all food, rental, and non-alcoholic beverage prices. The Administrative Charge is not intended to be a tip, gratuity, or service charge for the benefit of any employee and is not distributed to employees.
Contracts/Payment A signed copy of the Food Service Agreement and Banquet Event Orders must be returned to the Catering Manager prior to any services being provided. A deposit of 75% of the estimated total bill is due at the time the agreement is signed or 30 days prior to the event. The final balance due shall be paid no later than the day of the final guarantee. All events must be paid in full 5 business days prior to the event date. Final payment must be made with certified funds; money order, credit card, or cash. A completed credit card authorization form must be provided as a guarantee of payment for any on-site services rendered. Services Our standard banquet service is planned for round tables of eight (8) persons. Other service options are available and should be discussed at the time of ordering or contract. Standard length banquet tablecloths and napkins are included with all full service meal functions. Tables requested for non-food functions are not clothed and will be subject to additional charges if we are requested to cloth or skirt. Decorations Limited centerpieces are available on a rental charge basis and will be charged back to customer should the guests remove them from the tables. Sampling Policy (Exhibitors and Trade Show Vendors) Sales of any food or beverage products are not allowed in the building. However, complimentary samples may be distributed by exhibitors from their trade show booths. Sample sizes must be limited to 3 ounces of beverage product and 3 ounces of food product. Please have sampling items approved at least two weeks in advance by Ovations. Event Time Limits Functions that extend beyond the previously determined times of 1.5 (one and one half) hours for a breakfast or a lunch, and 2 (two) hours for dinner, will be subject to overtime rate charges at a rate set forth and determined by Ovations. Banquet staff will be available for a total of four hours per function. If you need banquet services beyond this time frame, you will need to let our Catering Manager know so that rate charges can be established. Alcoholic Beverages Ovations is the sole holder of liquor licenses for the Columbus, Georgia Convention and Trade Center. Alcoholic beverages are not allowed to be brought in nor removed from the premises. Ovations reserves the right to request photo identification from any person in attendance and to refuse services to attendees who do not have proper identification or appear to be intoxicated. *Consuming raw or undercooked meats, poultry, seafood, shellfish, or eggs may increase your risk of foodborne illness, especially if you have a medical condition. Questions Please do not hesitate to call Ovations Catering Sales Team at (706) 327-4522 for any questions or assistance.
Breakfast & Lunch Options
Continental/ Buffet Breakfasts All selections include Freshly Brewed Coffee, Hot Tea and Decaf, Iced Water, and Orange Juice. Columbus Continental Assorted Breakfast Pastries. Chattahoochee Executive Continental A variety of Breakfast Pastries and Fresh Sliced Fruits. The Buena Vista Scrambled Eggs, Potatoes O Brien, Creamy Grits, Fresh Baked Biscuits with Sausage Gravy and a choice of Crisp Bacon Strips or Breakfast Sausage. Hardy Hamilton Scrambled Eggs, Diced Peppers, Onions and Cheddar Cheese, Powdered Sugar dusted Jumbo French Toast, warm Maple Syrup, choose Crisp Bacon Strips or Sausage, with Assorted Breakfast Pastries. Served Breakfasts The Waverly Fresh Baked Quiche, served with choice of Crisp Bacon Strips or Sausage, Golden Hash Brown Potatoes, and a Seasonal Fresh Fruit Skewer Georgia Eye Opener Powdered Sugar dusted Jumbo French Toast with Maple Syrup, Golden Hash Browns, choose Crisp Bacon Strips or Sausage Savannah Sunrise Scrambled Eggs with Diced Peppers and Onions topped with Cheddar Cheese, choose Crisp Bacon or Sausage, sautéed Red Bliss Potatoes, Grits, and a Fresh Baked Biscuit Phenix City Express Scrambled Eggs, Golden Hash Brown Potatoes, choose Crisp Bacon or Breakfast Sausage and a Fresh Baked Biscuit
Brunch Selections The Georgia Peach Smoked Fish Spread with Toast Points. Fresh Fruit Display accented with Coconut Lime Dip. Pimento Cheese Stuffed Bread Boule with Assorted Crackers. Baked Assorted Breakfast Pastries. Spinach Salad Served with Blue Cheese, Caramelized Pecans, and Bacon Dressing. Poached Eggs atop Fried Chicken Cutlet with Collard Greens & Hollandaise Sauce. Cheddar Grits, Breakfast Sausage, and Roasted Red Bliss Potatoes. Fresh Baked Biscuits w/ Strawberry Sauce and Whipped Cream. Warm Peach Cobbler. Southern Charm Smoked Salmon Spread with Dilled Toast & Caviar. Fresh Melon Boats with Fruit Compote. Peach Almond Baked Brie En Croute with assorted Crackers. Baked assorted Breakfast Pastries. Heart of Palm Salad Stuffed Tomatoes with Spring Greens and Lemon Vinaigrette. Eggs Benedict with Asparagus, Crab Cake & Citrus Hollandaise Sauce. Canadian Bacon, Smoked Sausage, and Potatoes Lyonnaise. Sherry Trifle with Fresh Strawberries. Assorted Mini Desserts and Pastries. Add an Omelet Station to any Brunch or Breakfast Buffet for an additional charge plus Attendant Fee. Breakfast served between 7:00 a.m. and 9:00 a.m. Brunch served between 10:00 a.m. and 1:00 p.m.
A La Carte (Bakery/Pantry/Beverages) Assorted Breakfast Pastries Assorted Bagels with Cream Cheese Assorted Mini Danish Assorted Doughnuts Assorted Mini Muffins Sausage or Ham Biscuits Ham and Cheese Croissants Fudge Brownies with Walnuts Freshly Baked Cookies Assorted Granola Bars Soft Baked Pretzels with Mustard Assorted Yogurts Whole Fresh Fruit Individual Assorted Chips Snack Mix Mixed Nuts Goldfish Mini Pretzels Dry Roasted Peanuts Assorted Chips and Dips Popcorn Display with Attendant (minimum 100p) Fresh Brewed Coffee Fresh Brewed Decaf Coffee Fresh Brewed Iced Tea Sweet or Unsweetened Lemonade Fruit Punch Citrus or Regular Assorted Juices Orange, Apple, Cranberry, Grapefruit Specialty Coffee Station Fresh Brewed Regular and Decaf Coffees with Flavored Syrups, Whipped Toppings and Creams (minimum 75 persons) Ice Cream Sundae Bar (minimum 100p) Coca Cola Floats Water Service all day (8 hours) half day (4 hours) Assorted Hot Teas Bottled Water Assorted Juices Assorted Soft Drinks Hot Chocolate Assorted Regular and Herbal Teas Fruit Smoothies
Deli Lunch Deli Lunches are served with Freshly Brewed Southern Sweet Tea, Iced Tea and Iced Water. Coca Cola Soft Drinks are available a la carte. Box Lunches Choose three from: Smoked Turkey, Lean Roast Beef, Honey Ham, Tuna or Chicken Salad Sandwich on Fresh Bread with Swiss or American Cheese. Garnished with Lettuce, Tomato, and a Pickle Spear. Box includes a Fresh Baked Cookie and choice of Potato Salad, Pasta Salad, or Potato Chips. Broadway Deli Buffet (Build your own Sandwich) Southern Potato Salad, Creamy Coleslaw, or Potato Chips (select two) Sliced Smoked Turkey Breast, Baked Honey Ham, and Lean Roast Beef Sliced Cheeses, Assorted Breads Lettuce, Tomatoes, Red Onion, and Pickle Spears Mustard and Mayonnaise Chef s Assortment of Fresh Baked Cookies The Sandwich Display (a great selection of pre-made sandwiches available on fresh bread or as a wrap) Redskin Potato Salad or Sun Dried Tomato Pasta Salad Smoked Turkey and Swiss, Honey Baked Ham with Provolone, Smoked Chicken Salad, and Tuna Salad Lettuce, Tomatoes, Red Onion, Olives, and Pickle Spears Mustard and Mayonnaise Fresh Baked Cookies and Fudge Brownies with Walnuts Served Deli Lunch (Choose one sandwich type) Redskin Potato Salad Sandwich Selections: Smoked Turkey and Swiss, Honey Baked Ham with Provolone, Smoked Chicken Salad, or Tuna Salad Lettuce, Tomatoes, Red Onion, and Pickle Spear Mustard and Mayonnaise on the side Fresh Baked Cookies
Served Lunch Menus All Entrees are accompanied by Garden Salad, Chef s choice of one Vegetable and one Starch, Rolls and Butter, one Dessert, Iced Water, Iced Tea, and Freshly Brewed Coffee. London Broil Grilled and Marinated, Thinly Sliced and Topped with a Mushroom Demi-Glace. Beef Burgundy Succulent Beef Tips Sautéed with Onions and Mushrooms, served with Rice and Chef s Vegetable. Cuban Roast Pork Loin Zesty Garlic, Lime, and Cilantro Crust topped with Grilled Peppers, Onions, and a Red Chile Sauce. Georgian Chicken Grilled Boneless Chicken Breast Glazed and Topped with a Light Peach Sauce. Southern Fried Chicken Two Pieces Coated with our Special Seasonings and Deep Fried to a Golden Brown. Hunter Chicken Pan Seared Breast of Chicken Napped with a White Wine, Brandy, Tomato, Mushroom, and Onion Sauce. Dessert Selections Southern Pecan Pie Chocolate Layer Cake Baked Apple Cobbler Baked Peach Cobbler Full Crust Apple Pie Lemon Meringue Pie Ask our Sales Manager for our dessert upgrade menu
Lunch Buffets (Minimum of 50 Guests) All Buffets include choice of one Salad, two Entrees, three Side Dishes, and one Dessert. We will provide Iced Water, Iced Tea, and Freshly Brewed Coffee. Salad Selections Tossed Garden Greens with Fresh Vegetables and Croutons Caesar Salad with Crisp Romaine, Croutons, and Parmesan Cheese Pasta Primavera Salad Fresh Fruit Salad Lunch Buffet #1 Lunch Buffet #2 Homemade Meatloaf with Onion Sauce Herb Baked Chicken Lemon Pepper Chicken Sliced London Broil Golden Fried Chicken Hunter Chicken Beef Burgundy Pineapple Glazed Baked Ham Baked Chicken Southern Fried Catfish Marinated Beef Tips Chicken Marsala Beef and Vegetable Stew Honey Dijon Chicken Lunch Buffet #3 Dijon Herb Encrusted Pork Loin Sliced Roasted Sirloin with Mushroom Sauce Grilled Chicken with Peach Glaze Chicken Victoria Barbecue Chicken Chopped Beef Barbecue Pulled Pork Barbecue Barbecue Pork Spare Ribs Side Dishes Whipped Potatoes Herb Roasted Red Bliss Potatoes Parsley Buttered New Potatoes Baked Macaroni and Cheese Garlic Oiled Linguine or Penne Rice Pilaf Steamed White rice Cheese Grits Whole Green Beans Green Beans Amandine Butter Glazed Carrots Steamed Vegetable Medley Squash Casserole Broccoli Casserole Steamed Broccoli with Garlic Oil Sautéed Summer Vegetables Dessert Options Select Peach or Apple Cobbler, Chocolate Cake, Pecan or Apple Pie. Ask our Sales Manager for our dessert upgrade menu
Menu of Special Services Ovations is pleased to provide the following services: Staffing & Attendants Butler (1 per 100 guests) Booth Service Attendant Bartender (1 per 100-150 guests) Chef/Carver Continuous Service Attendant pricing based on event time required Linen Services Tablecloths 114 Banquet Tablecloths 85 Round Tablecloths 54 Overlay Napkin Tablecloth and Skirting (White or Burgundy) per table Food Functions Include linen for guest dining tables, buffet tables, and three additional tables (clothed and skirted), based upon the guaranteed number of guests/meals. Meeting Rooms Include tablecloth and skirting for one head table, one registration table and if needed, one audio-visual table. Classroom Set-ups do not include tablecloths unless purchased by client. Trade Shows and Expos Do not have tablecloths and skirting included in the price of table rental. See above pricing for linen needs. Linen Colors (Availability limited on certain colors) Tablecloths White, Ivory, Royal Blue, Gold, Forest Green, Black, Red, Burgundy Napkins White, Ivory, Royal Blue, Gold, Forest Green, Black, Red, Light Blue, Burgundy, Seafoam Green, Purple, Fuscia, Kelly Green, Rust, Pink, Navy Blue Table Skirting White, Burgundy