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Artisan Foods Catering FAQ
Artisan Foods Catering has been the Temple’s in-house catering partner since January 1, 2019. Temple Beth El is proud of our relationship with Artisan, as Artisan has been in business in South Florida for over three decades, anchored by a family history in Temple catering that spans over three generations and almost 100 years. Artisan Foods Catering is widely known in South Florida as a premier provider of fabulous, innovative, ultra-high quality special event catering food and beverage services. Artisan team members are friendly, courteous and eager to accommodate our members’ and non-member events.
Anyone interested in planning their special event at Temple Beth El should begin the planning process by speaking with Artisan Foods Catering at [email protected] or 954-983-5338.
If I am not a member of Temple Beth El, can I have my party at Temple Beth El?
Yes, anyone can use Temple Beth El for their event. Please contact Artisan Foods at [email protected] or 954-983-5338, to check availability and obtain all of the information to celebrate your special occasion!
If my child is having a Bar/Bat Mitzvah service at Temple Beth El, are we required to have the party at Temple Beth El?
While we would love for you to celebrate your family’s special occasion at Temple Beth El, especially as a member, if you have a Saturday morning service, you are NOT required to have your child’s Bar/Bat Mitzvah party at Temple Beth El.
However, if you would like a Saturday evening Havdalah Bar/Bat Mitzvah service, then it is a requirement to have your Saturday evening party at Beth El using one of the approved caterers.
Please contact Artisan Foods Catering at [email protected] or 954-983-5338 to hear about all of the great options that are available to Temple members.
Do I have to use Artisan Foods to cater my event?
If you are a Temple Beth El member, there are other options available through alternative catering panel members. Please contact Artisan Foods Catering at [email protected] or 954-983-5338, and they will be happy to share all of the information on what exclusive member options exist and how the process works if you prefer to explore those alternatives.
If we book a party at the Temple, do we have to pay any facility rental fees?
If you are a Temple Beth El member family and you decide to use an approved caterer that is not Artisan Foods, there is a facility rental fee. Artisan Foods will be able to assist you in navigating that process.
For Temple Beth El member families, if you select Artisan Foods to cater your event, the facility rental fee is waived.
All facility rental fees are reviewed and approved by Temple Beth El.
How much is the facility rental fee if we do not select Artisan Foods to cater our event?
Facility rental fees vary depending on the day of the week, the time of day, and the room(s) you wish to reserve. The facility rental fee schedule is substantially similar to what the Temple used to charge its members to rent banquet rooms prior to the beginning of our relationship with Artisan Foods.
Why are we required to pay a facility rental fee if we do not select Artisan Foods to cater our event?
Having the ability to choose an alternative catering option is exclusive to Temple Beth El member families. As such, the rental fees are in place since Artisan Foods is incurring substantial expenses under their arrangement with Temple Beth El.
Artisan is contributing to the Temple’s costs for expenses such as utilities, trash pick-up, pest control, natural gas and cleaning. Artisan is also participating financially in the renovations to the Social Hall and Atrium enhancements.
They, Artisan, are also assuming operation, maintenance and repair responsibility for all of the commercial food service and storage equipment in the catering kitchen. The other catering panel members available exclusively to Temple member families are not contributing to any of these expenses. The facility rental fees payable to Artisan help defray these capital and operation and maintenance expenses.
Can I have my child’s Bar/Bat Mitzvah service at the Beck Family Campus in the new multi-purpose gathering hall?
Currently, all Bar/Bat Mitzvah services occur at the Schaefer Family Campus. However, you can have your Bar/Bat Mitzvah party at the Beck Family Campus.
How do I reserve a caterer for my child’s Bar/Bat Mitzvah?
Please contact Artisan Foods at [email protected] or 954-983-5338. They will walk you through the room reservation and party planning process.
If I am a volunteer or staff member organizing a catered event for the Temple’s own needs (for example, Sisterhood, Brotherhood, Parenthood, BOFTY, Religious School, Committee Meetings, etc.) am I required to use Artisan Foods?
Certain restrictions and accommodations apply for Temple groups and organizations. If you are planning a Temple-sponsored organizational event, you should contact the Temple directly. Please contact Sharon Stern or Rita Diamond for details.
Can we supply our own beer, wine or liquor to our event?
No. Due to liability and licensing issues, the provision and serving of alcoholic beverages must be arranged through Artisan Foods or one of the approved caterers.
Who should I contact at the Temple if I have additional questions about planning a party or the Temple’s catering program?
For all special event catering information (member or non-member), please contact Artisan Foods Catering, Inc. at [email protected] or 954-983-5338. Artisan Foods staff will be happy to assist you and ensure that you are provided with all of the information and options.
For a Temple-sponsored organizational event, please contact Sharon Stern at 561-391-8900.
