Chef Dan Barber

Agreement of Intent

Preliminary Agreement for Chef Services

This Agreement is made and entered into as of the _ day of , 20___, by and between:

Client:
Name: _________________
Address: ______________
Phone: ________________
Email: ________________

Chef:
Name: _________________
Business Name: ________
Address: ______________
Phone: ________________
Email: ________________

Purpose:
The purpose of this Preliminary Agreement is to outline the terms and conditions under which the Client and the Chef will engage in discussions and preparations for potential future chef services. This Agreement includes a non-refundable deposit to secure the Chef’s time and commitment.

Terms and Conditions:

  1. Non-Refundable Deposit:
  • The Client agrees to pay a non-refundable deposit of £_ to the Chef upon signing this Agreement.
  • This deposit secures the Chef’s availability for preliminary discussions, menu planning, site visits, and other preparatory work.
  1. Scope of Preliminary Discussions:
  • The Chef agrees to engage in good faith discussions with the Client regarding the potential provision of chef services for an event or series of events.
  • These discussions may include, but are not limited to, menu planning, cost estimates, logistical arrangements, and scheduling.
  1. Duration:
  • This Preliminary Agreement is valid for a period of [specify duration, e.g., 30 days] from the date of signing.
  • If a formal contract for the provision of chef services is not executed within this period, this Agreement will automatically terminate, unless extended by mutual written consent.
  1. Confidentiality:
  • Both parties agree to keep confidential any proprietary or sensitive information disclosed during the preliminary discussions.
  • This confidentiality obligation will survive the termination of this Agreement.
  1. No Guarantee of Services:
  • This Preliminary Agreement does not obligate either party to enter into a final agreement for chef services.
  • The non-refundable deposit compensates the Chef for time and resources spent during the preliminary discussions and is not a down payment on future services.
  1. Governing Law:
  • This Agreement shall be governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of [Your Jurisdiction].
  1. Entire Agreement:
  • This Agreement constitutes the entire agreement between the parties regarding preliminary discussions and supersedes all prior negotiations, representations, or agreements, whether written or oral.

Signatures:

Client Signature

Date

Chef Signature

Date