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Mentor Catering Services

Chefs for Hire proudly provides Mentor catering services for weddings, corporate functions, fundraisers, and private celebrations. Whether it’s a lakeside reception, a business luncheon, or a community banquet, our team brings chef driven menus, professional presentation, and seamless service to every occasion.

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Choose from full service catering, drop off catering, event venue catering, or personal chef services, tailored to the size, style, and needs of your event.

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Browse our wide selection of customizable menu options, from elegant plated dinners and hearty buffets to creative boxed lunches and hors d’oeuvres.

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Receive a personalized catering quote designed around your guest count, budget, and event style, with transparent pricing and flexible options.

From Local Gatherings to Elegant Affairs

Mentor Catering Services for Every Event

Chefs for Hire delivers Mentor catering services that combine creative cuisine, fresh ingredients, and unmatched attention to detail. We’ve catered everything from corporate luncheons and holiday parties to weddings, school events, and family gatherings, all designed to fit your taste, theme, and budget. Our chefs take pride in crafting menus that balance gourmet flavor with crowd pleasing favorites, making every meal memorable.

From simple drop off catering to full service event management, Chefs for Hire offers flexible options to meet your needs. Our team handles everything from delivery and setup to beverage service and cleanup, so you can focus on enjoying your event. With decades of experience and a reputation for excellence, we ensure every Mentor event, from two to two thousand guests, runs smoothly, beautifully, and without stress.

Why Choose Chefs for Hire for Mentor Catering

  • We proudly serve families, schools, and businesses throughout Mentor and Lake County.

  • Menus are customized to reflect your theme, season, and dietary needs.

  • Choose from full service catering, drop off service, or personal chef options.

  • Every event is handled with precision, creativity, and local expertise.

  • Flexible menu options include plated meals, buffets, boxed lunches, and hors d’oeuvres.

  • Our food is made with fresh, locally sourced ingredients.

  • We provide professional staff, rentals, and beverage service when needed.

  • We offer catering for weddings, corporate events, fundraisers, and church gatherings.

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Catering Crafted with Food, Flavor, and Flair

Great Events Start with Great Food

Chefs for Hire proudly extends our Mentor catering services to homes, offices, schools, and event spaces across the area, or to one of our exclusive venues. Host at The Woodland in Strongsville, where natural scenery meets refined elegance, or at The Hildebrandt Building in Cleveland’s Clark-Fulton neighborhood, a creative and historic venue with industrial charm.

Beyond these spaces, our team caters throughout Mentor and nearby lake communities, serving both private and public events. From weddings and fundraisers to sporting banquets and graduation celebrations, we combine fresh, chef inspired menus and cuisine with professional service to create experiences that exceed expectations. Wherever you gather, Chefs for Hire delivers excellence, flavor, and hospitality you can count on.

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Bring your event vision to life with custom catering designed just for you. Our team is ready to craft a menu and plan that fits your taste, budget, and style.

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Weekend orders must be placed by Friday at 12 pm. While next-day orders cannot be guaranteed, we do our best to accommodate requests placed by noon.

We require the final guest count one week before the event to ensure accurate planning, staffing, and food preparation.

Deposits vary based on event size: 10% for orders under $1,500, 25% for orders over $1,500, and 30% for orders over $10,000. Orders booked within 7 days require full payment.

We accept cash, check, money order, and major credit cards (3% surcharge applies). Final payment is due on the day of your event.

Deposit refunds depend on notice: 60% refunded with 45+ days’ notice, 30% with 10–44 days’ notice, and no refund with less than 10 days’ notice.

Yes. Our team includes buffet attendants, servers, bartenders, chef assistants, and on-site chefs. Staff rates vary by role and event type.

Yes. We offer coffee, tea, juice, water, and soft drink service. While we don’t hold a liquor license, our staff can pour and serve beverages you provide.

We typically prepare 5–10% overage. Leftovers can be packaged for guests if requested. For safety, we discard any food items that may risk foodborne illness.