Booking & Reservation Policy

At Hauchi Kay, every flawless event begins with a clear agreement. Our booking policy governs all catering engagements, weddings, corporate events, birthdays, funerals, product launches, and private functions, across Kenya.

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Full-Service Catering Across Kenya

This booking policy applies to all Hauchi Kay catering services, from intimate private dinners to 2,000-guest outdoor events. Click below to explore each category.

Corporate Lunches

Daily, weekly, and monthly office lunch subscriptions for teams of 10 to 1,000. Essential, Business, Executive, and Buffet tiers. From KES 950 pp.

Corporate Events

Conferences, product launches, AGMs, and gala dinners. Full buffet, plated, and cocktail reception services. GPS-tracked delivery fleet.

Canteen Management

End-to-end company canteen operation and management. Nutritionist-designed rotating menus. KEBS-compliant food safety standards.

Wedding Catering

Traditional Kenyan, Coastal/Swahili, fusion, and international menus. Complimentary tasting session. 50 to 2,000+ guests. From KES 3,200 pp.

Birthday Catering

Children's parties to luxury milestone galas. Themed dessert stations, cocktail bars, and plated dinner service. From KES 1,800 pp.

Graduation Parties

Home garden to formal luncheons. Outdoor marquee setup, custom graduation cakes, and mocktail bars. From KES 2,200 pp.

Baby Showers & Gender Reveals

Elegant high-tea catering with themed colour schemes, custom dessert displays, and styled mocktail bars. From KES 2,000 pp.

Anniversaries & Reunions

Private chef home dining to 1,000-guest family reunions. Nyama choma live grill stations and volume pricing for large gatherings.

Outside Catering & Buffets

Full-service catering at any venue across Kenya. Equipment hire, marquee setup, live cooking stations, and dedicated service teams.

How to Initiate Your Booking

All catering bookings with Hauchi Kay must be initiated through one of our official channels. Verbal commitments made outside these channels do not constitute a valid booking and Hauchi Kay accepts no liability for arrangements not confirmed in writing.

Upon receipt of your inquiry, our events coordination team will contact you within 24 to 48 business hours to discuss your event requirements, guest count, menu preferences, dietary restrictions, service style, equipment needs, venue details, and budget parameters.

  • Website inquiry form at eventscatering.co.ke
  • Direct telephone or WhatsApp inquiry to +254-701-648-558
  • Email to our reservations team: support@eventscatering.co.ke
  • In-person consultation at our Nairobi office by appointment only
  • Detailed catering proposal issued to you in writing within 48 hours
  • All consultations are complimentary, no obligation to book

Minimum Advance Booking Requirements

Hauchi Kay operates on strict minimum lead times to ensure sourcing, staffing, logistics, and food preparation are executed without compromise. These mandatory timelines apply to all event catering bookings.

Hauchi Kay reserves the absolute right to decline any booking that does not meet minimum lead time requirements. Exceptions are at the sole discretion of management and will incur an emergency booking surcharge of not less than 20% of the total catering invoice.

Catering Packages at a Glance

Transparent pricing across all event types. Every package includes professional service staff, equipment, and post-event clearing. Full itemised proposals issued on request.

  • Daily office lunch from KES 950 pp
  • Traditional buffet from KES 1,000 pp
  • Minimum 20 persons (lunches)
  • Rotating menus, fresh same-day prep
  • Professional biodegradable packaging
  • Halal, vegetarian options available
  • Business lunch from KES 1,700 pp
  • Wedding buffet from KES 3,200 pp
  • Full tableware, crockery & linen
  • Dedicated event coordinator
  • Food station options available
  • Post-event clearing included
  • 3 to 5 course plated fine dining
  • Dedicated private chef service
  • Live cooking & carving stations
  • Imported wine / champagne pairing
  • Full floral table styling available
  • VIP client standard throughout

Deposit Requirements & Cancellation Policy

All confirmed bookings require a non-refundable deposit. No event date will be reserved and no procurement will commence until the required deposit has been received and cleared in full.

Deposit Schedule

The remaining balance must be settled in full no later than 72 hours before the scheduled event date. Deposits are strictly non-refundable under all circumstances.

Cancellation Schedule

All cancellations must be communicated to Hauchi Kay in writing . Guest count increases of more than 15% within 7 days of the event incur a 25% premium surcharge on the incremental portion.

Booking Confirmation & Amendments

By submitting a booking request or paying a deposit to Hauchi Kay, you acknowledge that you have read, understood, and agreed to be bound by this policy in its entirety.

Booking Confirmation

A booking with Hauchi Kay is deemed confirmed only upon both of the following conditions being met:

  • Receipt of the signed Service Agreement or written acceptance of the quotation via email
  • Clearance of the required deposit into Hauchi Kay's designated bank account
  • A booking confirmation reference number is issued within 24 hours of deposit clearance
  • Any booking not confirmed within 5 business days of quotation issuance shall be deemed lapsed
  • Hauchi Kay reserves the right to accept alternative bookings for the same date without further notice

Amendments to Confirmed Bookings

Amendments including changes to guest numbers, menu selections, event date, or venue must be submitted in writing no later than 14 calendar days before the event.

  • Amendments are subject to availability, supplier constraints, and any applicable cost adjustments
  • Guest count increases of more than 15% above the confirmed number within 7 days incur a 25% premium surcharge
  • Hauchi Kay cannot guarantee quality or service standards for unconfirmed last-minute guest additions
  • All amendment requests must be submitted in writing via email or WhatsApp

Force Majeure

Where an event is cancelled or postponed due to circumstances entirely beyond either party's control, including government-imposed lockdowns, natural disasters, or civil unrest declared under the Public Health Act (Cap. 242), Hauchi Kay shall apply a full credit of the deposit toward a rescheduled event within 12 months. No cash refund shall be issued in force majeure scenarios.

Governing Law & Jurisdiction

This Booking and Reservation Policy is governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of the Republic of Kenya. Any dispute arising under this policy shall be subject to the exclusive jurisdiction of the courts of Kenya, with initial mediation required in accordance with the Mediation Act (Act No. 1 of 2020).

Six Pillars of Catering Excellence

  • 1 Fresh, Same-Day Preparation All meals are cooked fresh on the morning of service. We never reheat or use food prepared the day before, quality you can taste in every bite.
  • 2 Executive Culinary Team Trained in both continental fine dining and authentic Kenyan cuisine. Our chefs bring restaurant-quality technique to every outdoor setup and marquee event.
  • 3 Dedicated Account Manager Every client is assigned a named account manager who learns your preferences, handles adjustments, and proactively resolves any service issues throughout.
  • 4 Transparent, Itemised Pricing No surprise additions after signing. Every Hauchi Kay quote is fully broken down so you can plan your event budget with absolute confidence.
  • 5 Full Food Safety Compliance Hauchi Kay holds current food handler certifications and operates under KEBS and Kenya public health food safety guidelines. No shortcuts, ever.
  • 6 Kenya-Wide Coverage Based in Greatwall Gardens, Athi River. Serving all 47 counties including Nairobi, Mombasa, Kisumu, Nakuru, Eldoret, Thika, and beyond with full logistics support.

All meals are cooked fresh on the morning of service. We never reheat or use food prepared the day before, quality you can taste in every bite.

Trained in both continental fine dining and authentic Kenyan cuisine. Our chefs bring restaurant-quality technique to every outdoor setup and marquee event.

Every client is assigned a named account manager who learns your preferences, handles adjustments, and proactively resolves any service issues throughout.

No surprise additions after signing. Every Hauchi Kay quote is fully broken down so you can plan your event budget with absolute confidence.

Hauchi Kay holds current food handler certifications and operates under KEBS and Kenya public health food safety guidelines. No shortcuts, ever.

Based in Greatwall Gardens, Athi River. Serving all 47 counties including Nairobi, Mombasa, Kisumu, Nakuru, Eldoret, Thika, and beyond with full logistics support.

"Hauchi Kay made our wedding reception absolutely unforgettable. The nyama choma station was spectacular, the service was impeccable, and every single guest complimented the food."

What Our Clients Say About Us

"We started with the pilot programme and have never looked back. The food quality is consistently excellent, the delivery is always on time, and our team loves the variety. Hauchi Kay has transformed how our team experiences the workday."

"My daughter's graduation party was absolutely perfect. The home garden setup, the food, the service staff, everything was seamless. My family could not stop talking about how elegant and generous the spread was."

"We hired Hauchi Kay for our family reunion, over 400 guests from across Kenya. The logistics were perfect, the food was abundant and delicious, and the nyama choma grill was an absolute hit. Phenomenal value."

Frequently Asked Questions

Ready to Book? Let's Make It Unforgettable.

Request a personalised catering proposal with full pricing and a sample menu, all within 48 hours of your enquiry. No obligation, no charge.

Our events team is available Monday to Friday 8am to 6pm and Saturday 9am to 1pm. WhatsApp enquiries accepted 7 days a week.

Based in Greatwall Gardens, Athi River, Serving all of Kenya's 47 counties

Official Booking Channels: All catering bookings must be initiated through an official channel. Verbal commitments outside these channels do not constitute a valid booking and Hauchi Kay accepts no liability for arrangements not confirmed in writing.