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Michigan state catering service charge?

posted 2 years ago in Detroit
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harperjs June 2010 Ann Arbor

Hey Bees! I'm getting quotes from caterers for my June 2010 wedding, and was wondering if anyone else saw a 18% "service charge" in their bills. Just curious why I only saw this on 1 of my 2 catering estimates.

Thanks!

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Jessie516 May 16, 2009 Ann Arbor, MI

Could be for gratuity? I know our caterers (Michigan Union) included gratuity in their estimate/final charges and I think that it may have been for 18%. I would call/email the vendors specifically and ask.

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fizicsGirl 8/1/2009 Michigan

I'm pretty sure that's a gratuity. 18-20% is fairly standard for large parties. I don't recall seeing any other state-mandated "service charge" on my estimate...though now I guess I should double check.

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FutureMrsMorgan May 9, 2009 Los Angeles, CA

I got married in detroit in may...

the service charge is different than the gratuity. the service charge is for the staff + use of their serving equipment, plates, etc. It varied from 18-20% in my quotes and every single catering quote had it. AND, it's taxable. So, the bill = (your total for food + 18%)+6%

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