Full-service catering menu, non-departmental and off-campus pricing
Augustana College Catering
Full-service and banquet-style catering offered in the Gerber Center Gävle rooms
Catering Services welcomes your patronage and wishes to be of service to you for any event whether it is a breakfast meeting, a working lunch or an honored guest reception. Our catering professionals will attend to every detail to allow you the pleasure of a carefree event. We pride ourselves in providing the highest level of food quality and service, not only to meet, but to exceed your expectations. Available space and services available to you in the Gerber Center Gälve Rooms are:
Gälve Rooms – Full service buffets, plated meals and receptions with china or disposables, linens as needed and staff. The Gälve room can be divided in to 3 rooms. There are 2 areas outside the room for buffets if additional seating is needed within the rooms. The following numbers current occupancy capacities.
- Gälve – One large room- 259 guests for seating capacity for plated or buffet meal.
- Gälve Room #1 - 79 guests for seating capacity for plated meal, 71 guests for buffet meal.
- Gälve Room #2- 79 guests for seating capacity for plated meal, 71 guests for buffet meal.
- Gälve Room #3 - 120 guests for seating capacity for plated meal 111 guests for buffet meal.
Special Diets: Augustana Catering is committed to meeting the needs of guests who have special dietary restrictions (such as a food allergy or intolerance) and recognizes that many of our guests may also adhere to a vegetarian, vegan or other therapeutic diet. Our catering manager will guide the organizer of your event, assisting with menu selections suggestions to provide reasonable and safe accommodation for guests. Please provide this information at the point of the guarantee.
For assistance in arranging a catered event for any student or departmental events using college facilities call Augustana Catering Services at 309-794-7247 or email shararangel@augustana.edu.
Planning your event
Reserving your location
The Office of Conference Services and Campus Scheduling will work with you to find a suitable room for your event, as well as the room set-up. Room capacities range from 10-300 guests.
Campus Scheduling Office: 309-794-7322 or schedulingoffice@augustana.edu
Placing your order
Once you have reserved a room, Augustana Catering will assist you in the planning of your event, whether it is a breakfast meeting, a working lunch or an honored guest reception. Please have the following information available when you call the Catering Office:
- Name of the group sponsoring the event
- Name, extension and email of the person planning event
- Event date
- Number of guests
- Location of event
- Time event is to be set up, served and end time
- Menu or type of meal desired
- College account number
- Final count guarantee – three business days (Monday - Friday) prior to event
After placing your order, you will receive an email with your contract.
Catering Office: 309-794-7247
Email: shararangel@augustana.edu
Event confirmation, guarantees and cancellations
Final guest count guarantees must be received at least three business days (Monday - Friday) prior to the event. For your convenience, we prepare to serve 5 percent more than the guaranteed number (up to a maximum of 10 guests).
Billing of all food, equipment rental, taxes and service charges will be based on the guaranteed or actual number of guests served, whichever is greater.
All cancellations should be made no later than 72 hours prior to the scheduled event. A minimum 50 percent service charge will be assessed if an event is cancelled with less than a 72-hour notice. Menu prices subject to change.
Food removal
Due to health department regulations, prepared foods may not be removed from any event by anyone except Augustana Catering staff. This policy addresses public safety concerns and is non-negotiable.
Miscellaneous fees
Staffing
Catering prices include a minimum service staff determined by the service option chosen:
- Buffet service, one attendant per 30 guests
- Butler (Wine) service, one attendant per 40 guests
- Table service, one attendant per 20 guests
Labor charge
If you request additional service staff, you will be billed at the following rates:
- Attendant/wait staff - $67.20 each
- Chef/carver - $67.20 each
- Beverage Attendant - $67.20 each
This fee covers a four-hour shift, which includes one hour of set-up/take-down. Additional time will be billed at $16.80/hour.
Catering Equipment
An additional fee will be assessed if catering equipment is not returned to the catering department within 24 hours of the event.
Catering menu
Cold Breakfast Options
Regular coffee, assorted fruit juices and Augie waters are included with all breakfast selections.
| Item description | Price (per person) |
|---|---|
| Viking Continental Assorted breakfast pastries, muffins | $7.80 |
| Viking Classic Assorted breakfast pastries, muffins, seasonal fresh fruit | $8.75 |
| Break Bread Fresh baked breakfast breads, muffins, seasonal fresh fruit served with homemade granola and vanilla yogurt | $9.25 |
| Pompeii Continental Assorted scones, croissants, butter, jelly, seasonal fresh fruit | $9.25 |
| Flavored Assorted Yogurts Individual or party - size flavored yogurt, served with homemade granola, fresh seasonal fruit | $7.80 |
Breakfast buffets
A minimum of 20 guests is required for our hot breakfast buffet service. All buffet selections are served with assorted fresh baked pastries, regular coffee, assorted fruit juices and Augie waters.
| Item description | Price (per person) |
|---|---|
| Traditional Breakfast Scrambled eggs; choice of bacon or sausage; breakfast potatoes; scones or Danish; and seasonal fresh fruit | $11.25 |
| Breakfast Sandwich Buffet Croissants with egg & cheese; choice of ham, bacon, or sausage; seasoned breakfast potatoes; and seasonal fresh fruit | $11.50 |
| Quiche/Frittata Buffet Quiche Lorraine or spinach, and roasted red pepper and feta quiche/frittata; choice of bacon or sausage; seasoned breakfast potatoes; and seasonal fresh fruit (12 person minimum) | $11.50 |
| Breakfast Skillet Scrambled eggs combined with mushrooms, bacon, green onions and cheddar cheese; served with seasoned breakfast potatoes, bacon or sausage, and seasonal fresh fruit | $11.50 |
| Breakfast Pizza Topped with country gravy, hash browns, scrambled eggs, onions, peppers, sausage, and mozzarella cheese (vegetarian options available) | $15.75/pizza |
Baked Goods
| Item description | Price (per dozen) |
|---|---|
| Assorted Cookies Sugar, oatmeal, chocolate chip | $6.70 |
| Bars Rice Krispies, cookie, brownies, scotcheroos | $9.60 |
| Specialty Bars Lemon, raspberry, turtle brownie, cheesecake | $10.25 |
| Scones Cinnamon brown sugar, raspberry, blueberry | $13.40 |
| Muffins Blueberry, banana nut, apple cinnamon, chocolate chip | $10.25 |
| Assorted Danish Mini cinnamon rolls, pecan, raspberry, cheese, bear claw | $11.55 |
| Breakfast Breads Blueberry, banana nut, lemon poppy, chocolate chip | $8.40 |
| Assorted Donut Raised, cake, fritters, glazed | $19.40 |
Snacks & Appetizers
| Item description | Price |
|---|---|
| Whole Fruit Apples, oranges, bananas | $1.00/each |
| Trail Mix Raisins, licorice, M & Ms, pretzels and mixed nuts | $9.75/lb |
| Chex Mix The all-time favorite of Chex cereal in addition to rye chips, breadsticks, pretzels, nuts and crackers. | $9.75/lb |
| Hummus & Pita Chips (serves 12-15 guests) Our traditional garlic hummus served with carrots, cucumber rounds and oven- toasted pita chips | $18.50 |
| Mezze Plate (serves 12-15 guests) Your choice of garlic or roasted pepper hummus, with whipped feta, kalamata olives, tabbouleh, and baba ganoush served with carrots, cucumber rounds and toasted naan bread. | $42.00 |
| Crostini Trio Platter (serves 12-15 guests) Marinated Mushrooms, Classic Bruschetta and Candied Bacon. Served with Herb Seasoned Crostini’s | $32.00 |
| Crostini Tuscan Toast - Choose 2 of the following options: Bruschetta classic with whipped goat cheese and tomatoes Goat cheese with fig and olive tapenade Black and Blue filet - shaved blackened filet, caramelized onion and bleu cheese Smoked salmon topped with cream cheese and fresh dill | $17.50/dozen $17.50/dozen $24.00/dozen $24.00/dozen |
| Marinated Mozzarella with Baguettes/Crackers (serves 8-10 guests) Fresh mozzarella that is marinated in garlic herb oil with peppadew peppers. Served with your choice of toasted herb oiled baguettes or various crackers. | $23.00 |
| Classic Arancini Risotto balls coated in panko and deep fried to golden perfection. Served with marinara | $18.00/dozen |
| Asiago Stuffed New Potatoes Red New potatoes stuffed with cream cheese, asiago and garlic, baked until golden brown. | $19.50/dozen |
| Spinach Artichoke Dip (serves 12-15 guests) House made cheesy spinach artichoke dip served with toasted baguette bread. | $38.00 |
| Buffalo Chicken Dip (serves 12-15 guests) House made buffalo chicken dip – smoked chicken thighs, cream cheese with buffalo sauce served with baby carrots, celery sticks and tortilla chips. | $42.00 |
| Esquite Dip (serves 12-15 guests) Charred corn, cream, chili, cilantro, lime, cojita cheese served with tortilla chips or flour tortillas | $38.00 |
| Homemade Meatballs (3 dozen minimum) Southwest Chipotle Mushroom and Onion Traditional Marinara w/parmesan | $17.00/dozen |
| Southwest Chicken Egg Rolls Stuffed with chicken, black beans, corn, cheese and served with chipotle aioli, deep-fried to a golden brown and served in halves | $21.75/dozen |
| Spanakopita Crispy phyllo dough stuffed with seasoned spinach and feta cheese, baked to a golden brown. | $19.50/dozen |
| Broccolini, Brie & Prosciutto Bundles Baked golden puff pastry with layers of prosciutto, brie and fresh broccolini. | $16.00/dozen |
| Caprese Skewers Fresh mozzarella cheese, cherry tomatoes and fresh basil, skewered and drizzled with a sweet balsamic reduction | $16.00/dozen |
| Antipasto Skewer Fresh mozzarella, cheese tortellini, roasted pepper, salami, and olives, skewered and drizzled with garlic herb oil | $16.00/dozen |
| Chili Lime Mango Chicken Skewers Lime and tajin marinated chicken thighs, grilled to perfection, and, finished with a sweet but savory mango sauce | $19.00/dozen |
| Beef Yakitori Skewer with Peanut Sauce Flank steak marinated in garlic, ginger, soy, and mirin, grilled to perfection, and finished with a sweet and spicy peanut sauce. | $21.00/dozen |
| Shrimp Roll Tasty creamy shrimp salad served on a toasted roll | $18.00/dozen |
Additional Meeting Snacks & Appetizers
| Item description | Price |
|---|---|
| Seasonal Vegetable Crudités Broccoli and cauliflower florets, cucumber sticks and seasonal vegetables, served with ranch dip | $2.60/person |
| Seasonal Fresh Fruit Seasonal melon, pineapple, grapes and berries served with a caramel dip | $2.85/person |
| Domestic & Imported Cheese Platter A selection of soft and hard cheeses, toasted baguettes, crackers and seasonal fruit and berries served with a caramel dip | $3.30/person |
| Italian Antipasto Board Thinly sliced prosciutto, salami, provolone, smoked gouda, olives, seasonal roasted vegetables, drizzled with herbed oil and served with toasted rustic bread | $3.30/person |
| Bleu Cheese Stuffed Dates Wrapped in Bacon | $15.00/dozen |
| Snack Platter Assortment of trail mix, pretzels, cookies and energy bars | $2.85/person |
Wraps, Sandwiches and Salads
Wraps, sandwiches and salads will be offered with one meat and one vegetarian selection to choose from. Wraps and sandwiches will be served on a large platter.
Wraps and sandwiches are served with whole fruit, chips, a freshly baked cookie, Augie water and assorted sodas.
Or choose as a sandwich buffet with two sides (Add $1.75): Fresh fruit, potato salad, pasta salad, kettle chips and potato chips
| Item description | Price (per person) |
|---|---|
| Turkey Club Croissant or Wrap with smoked turkey breast, bacon, lettuce, tomato and lemon aioli | $10.25 |
| Chicken Pesto Focaccia with grilled chicken breast, provolone, pesto mayo, lettuce and tomato | $10.25 |
| Italian Sub with turkey, ham, salami, provolone, red onion, lettuce, tomato and herbed oil served on a baguette or wrap | $10.25 |
| Chicken Caesar Wrap with marinated grilled chicken breast, shredded parmesan, romaine lettuce, diced tomatoes and Caesar dressing, wrapped in a flour tortilla | $10.25 |
| Chicken or Tuna Salad (house-made) on a toasted croissant or wrap with lettuce and tomato | $10.25 |
| Roast Beef and Horseradish Sandwich or Wrap with thinly sliced roast beef, mixed greens, caramelized onions, tomatoes and horseradish mayonnaise, served on our house-made wheat bread or in a wrap | $10.25 |
| Greek Hummus Sandwich or Wrap mixed greens with spicy hummus, cucumber spears, diced tomatoes, red onion rings and feta cheese with balsamic vinaigrette | $10.25 |
| Avocado Egg Sandwich or Wrap guacamole, hard-boiled egg, leaf lettuce and sliced tomato served on ciabatta | $10.25 |
| Portabella Gorgonzola Sandwich or Wrap roasted portabella, gorgonzola crumbles, roasted red pepper, leaf lettuce and tomato served on ciabatta | $10.25 |
| BBQ Tofu Sandwich or Wrap roasted BBQ tofu, diced tomato, coleslaw, and leaf lettuce | $10.25 |
Deli Sandwich Buffet
A minimum of 20 guests is required for our deli sandwich buffet service. Sandwich selection includes lettuce & tomato, bread tray, mayo and mustard in addition to assorted cookies or brownies. Served with assorted sodas and Augie water.
$11.25/person
Select three:
Smoked turkey breast, ham, salami, roast beef, chicken salad, tuna salad, seasonal grilled vegetables
Select two:
Cheddar, Swiss, Provolone, pepperjack, smoked gouda, cojack, American
Select two sides:
Fresh fruit, potato salad, pasta salad, kettle chips, potato chips
Salad Entrées
All salad selections can be served plated or buffet style. When requested, wait staff, china and linen are available for additional charge. All salad selections include bread and butter, a freshly baked cookie, assorted sodas and Augie water.
| Item description | Price (per person) |
|---|---|
| Chicken Caesar Salad Grilled chicken breast, romaine lettuce, shredded Parmesan cheese, croutons and Caesar dressing. | $11.50 |
| Greek Salad Romaine lettuce, red onion, Kalamata olives, cucumbers, tomato and feta cheese, served with a red wine vinaigrette. | $10.75 |
| Vegetable Salad Field greens, bell peppers, tomatoes, olives, feta cheese, pepperoncini, chickpeas, red onions, cucumber with lemon oregano vinaigrette. | $10.75 |
| Mandarin Chicken Salad Grilled chicken breast, romaine lettuce, mandarin oranges, toasted almonds, green onions with a sesame vinaigrette. | $11.50 |
| Cobb Salad Romaine lettuce, turkey, hard - boiled eggs, bacon, tomatoes, red onion, olives and croutons with gorgonzola dressing. | $11.50 |
| Thai Peanut Noodle Salad Asian soba noodles, carrots, red peppers, snow peas, cabbage, green onions and cilantro, tossed with a spicy peanut dressing. | $10.75 |
| Santa Fe Chicken Salad Marinated chicken breast, black beans, roasted corn, Cojack cheese, tortilla strips, tomato and mixed greens, tossed with a cilantro lime vinaigrette. | $11.50 |
| Strawberry Spinach Salad Strawberry Spinach salad with candied pecans, red onions and feta, served with a balsamic vinaigrette. | $10.75 |
Dinner Entrées
All full service dinner entrees are served with a house or Caesar salad, fresh seasonal vegetables, dinner rolls, butter, iced tea and coffee.
| Item description | Price (per person) |
|---|---|
| Boursin Stuffed Chicken Airline chicken breast stuffed with boursin cheese, prosciutto and fresh herbs, topped with a chicken veloute sauce and served with rice pilaf. | $20.50 |
| Chimichurri Grilled Chicken Grilled airline chicken breast topped with a fresh herb chimichurri sauce and served with garlic couscous. | $20.50 |
| Smothered Chicken Breast Grilled chicken breast smothered with sautéed peppers and onions, topped with Provolone cheese and chicken veloute, and served with wild rice pilaf. | $20.50 |
| Chicken Piccata Lightly breaded chicken breast with a white wine, lemon caper sauce, finished with butter and served with linguini. | $20.50 |
| Chicken Breast Caprese Airline chicken breast stuffed with basil and seared to golden brown, finished with fresh mozzarella cheese and sliced tomato, drizzled with a sweet balsamic reduction served with rice pilaf. | $20.50 |
| Beef Tenderloin Medium rare grilled beef tenderloin served with twice-baked potato and choice of topping (pick one): smoked tomato butter, portabella demi, smothered blue cheese or three-cheese butter. | Market |
| Roast Beef Prime Rib Slow - roasted to medium rare prime rib, served with au jus, horseradish sauce and roasted garlic Yukon potatoes (18-person minimum). | Market |
| Our Famous Meatloaf (a student favorite) Fresh ground beef with spices and two cheeses, topped with a BBQ demi and fried onion, and served with roasted garlic mashed Yukon potatoes. | $20.50 |
| Grilled Ribeye Ribeye smothered with onions, mushrooms and Provolone cheese, and served with herb - roasted new potatoes. | Market |
| Iowa Chop With sage and cranberry dressing topped with cranberry demi, and served with roasted new potatoes. | $20.50 |
| Garlic and Herb-Stuffed Pork Loin Slow-roasted and topped with an apple cider demi, and served with herb-roasted new potatoes. | $20.50 |
| Poblano Glazed Grilled Pork Chop With a sweet and spicy roasted poblano pepper glaze, and served with mashed sweet potatoes. | $20.50 |
| Thai Peanut Salmon Fresh Atlantic salmon with a sweet Thai glaze, finished with peanuts and cilantro, served with sesame Asian noodles. | Market |
| Shrimp Bassinet Large Gulf shrimp stuffed into a phyllo dough bassinet with lemon, white wine and butter, and served with lobster sauce and wild rice pilaf. | Market |
| Blackened Swordfish (spicy) Swordfish with a sweet and spicy roasted poblano pepper glaze, and served with mashed sweet potatoes. | Market |
| Lemon Roasted Salmon Filet Fresh Atlantic salmon filet roasted with lemon slices and seasonings, and served with rice pilaf. | Market |
| Cioppino - Italian/American Seafood “soup” Made with mussels, clams, whitefish, shrimp, tomatoes, and wine, and served with toasted focaccia bread. | Market |
| Stuffed Acorn Squash (Veg) Filled with dried cranberries and rice pilaf, and topped with a walnut pesto and fire- roasted onions. | $18.00 |
| Sesame Crusted Tofu with Muchim Pickles (Veg) Tofu crusted in black and white sesame seeds and baked golden brown, topped with house- made muchim pickles and served with rice pilaf. | $18.00 |
| Sriracha Mushroom & Potato Strudel (Veg) Shredded potatoes and mushrooms spiced with sriracha and pepperjack cheese, wrapped in a flaky puff pastry and baked golden brown, served with fresh seasonal vegetables. | $18.00 |
| Princess Portabella (Veg) Portabella mushrooms stir- fried with bell peppers, soy sauce, mirin, sugar, cashews and sesame oil, and served with white rice. | $18.00 |
Themed Buffets
Minimum of 20 guests, served with water and assorted sodas.
| Item description | Price (per person) |
|---|---|
| Taste of Italy Garlic bread sticks, Caesar salad, penne pasta with marinara & alfredo sauce, parmesan cheese and crushed red pepper Select one: Chicken parmesan; stuffed shells Florentine; meat, cheese, or vegetable lasagna; Italian sausage with peppers and onions; grilled Italian Chicken; meatballs Select one dessert: Tiramisu, lemon layer cake | $15.00 |
| Homestyle BBQ Buffet Select one: Fried chicken, roasted chicken quarter’s, smoked bbq pork shoulder, 12-hour BBQ pork spareribs (additional $1.50/person) Select three: Cornbread muffins w/butter, deli salad, macaroni and cheese, candied sweet potatoes, collard greens, backed beans or buttered corn. Select one dessert: Banana cream pie, apple pie, cherry pie, pecan pie | $15.00 |
| Asian Buffet Pork pot stickers, vegetable egg rolls, Asian chop salad (chopped cabbage and romaine with green onions, shredded carrots, cilantro, almonds and wonton strips served with sesame ginger dressing), Kimchi, sugar cookies Select one: Beef & broccoli, sweet & sour chicken, vegetable stir fry with tofu, shrimp stir fry (additional $1.50/person) Select one: White rice, fried rice, sesame noodles | $15.00 |
| Southwest Buffet Spanish rice, re-fried beans, sour cream, shredded Co-jack cheese, lettuce, tomatoes, salsa and jalapenos, tortilla chips, sopapilla with cinnamon sugar Select two: Chicken, beef, portabella or shrimp fajitas with peppers and onions with warm flour tortillas (shrimp is additional $1.50/person); beef tacos with warm, soft, corn tortillas; beef tamales with salsa verde; fish tacos with cilantro lime crema-fried cod and warm, soft corn tortillas; cheese enchiladas | $15.00 |
| Baked potato bar Large baked potatoes, bacon, broccoli, green onions, shredded cheese, sour cream and butter, chili available (additional $1/person), mixed greens salad, croutons, ranch and Italian dressings, cauliflower, Augie super cookies | $8.75 |
| All American Buffet Grilled hamburgers and black bean burgers, all-beef hot dogs or bratwurst with sauerkraut Choose one: Potato chips, baked beans, coleslaw, lettuce and tomato tray, Provolone and American cheese, condiments, chocolate chip cookies | $15.00 |
| Holiday Buffet (Year Round) Spring mix salad (cranberries, candied pecans, balsamic vinaigrette), dinner rolls with butter, sliced slow-roasted turkey breast with gravy, traditional stuffing, mashed potatoes, cranberry sauce Select one: Green bean casserole, glazed carrots, candied sweet potatoes, bacon and onion green beans Select one dessert: Apple pie, cherry pie, pecan pie, pumpkin pie with whipped topping | $21.00 |
Pizza
Our pizzas are topped with house-made pizza sauce and our signature cheese blend. Pizzas are 16-inch rounds, cut into eight slices. Usual average when ordering is two slices per person.
| Item description | Price |
|---|---|
| Pizza Party Pizza, salad, cookies, water and assorted sodas | $8.75/person |
| Vegetarian Pizza Cheese, mushrooms, bell peppers, black olives, red onions | $15.75/pizza |
| Pepperoni Pizza Our cheese blend with spicy pepperoni | $15.75/pizza |
| Sausage Pizza Cheese and pork sausage. | $15.75/pizza |
| The Hawaiian Smoked ham, fresh pineapple, and cheese | $15.75/pizza |
| The Combination Pepperoni, pork sausage, mushrooms, bell peppers, red onions, and black olives | $15.75/pizza |
| Pesto & Sun Dried Tomato Fresh basil pesto, sun-dried tomatoes and our cheese blend | $15.75/pizza |
Desserts
Choose one of our house - made desserts to compliment your lunch or dinner
| Item description | Price |
|---|---|
| Angel food cake w/berries, carrot cake, chocolate mousse, panna cotta, key lime mousse, assorted cheesecakes | $5.50/person |
| Sheet Cakes Half Sheet Full Sheet | $40.00 $60.00 |
Beverages
| Item description | Price |
|---|---|
| Brewed Starbucks coffee | $14.00/gallon |
| Brewed House coffee | $11.75/gallon |
| Hot Cocoa | $11.75/gallon |
| Lemonade or iced tea | $11.75/gallon |
| Punch | $11.75/gallon |
| Bottled water | $1.15/bottle |
| Assorted soft drinks | $1.05/can |
| Bottled juices | $1.35/bottle |