Baking Services Contract

BAKING SERVICES CONTRACT

This Baking Services Contract ("Agreement") is entered into as of Effective Date: by and between Baker Name: and Client Name: .

Recitals

WHEREAS, Baker is engaged in the business of preparing, baking and delivering custom baked goods and related confectionary services in accordance with applicable food safety standards; and

WHEREAS, Client desires to retain Baker to provide baking services for the event(s) and purposes described herein, and Baker agrees to provide such services under the terms and conditions of this Agreement; and

WHEREAS, the parties intend that this Agreement set forth the full scope of services, payment terms, and their respective responsibilities.

Parties' Contact Information

Scope of Work

Baker shall provide baking services and deliver finished goods consistent with the specifications below and any attachments incorporated by reference. Services include recipe formulation, baking, decoration, packaging, and delivery as applicable.

Event Date:    Delivery/Service Location:

Payment Terms

Total Contract Price: $. All amounts are stated in U.S. dollars and exclude sales tax unless otherwise indicated.

Deposit Amount (due upon signing): $ due by .

Remaining Balance Due: $ due by

Late payments shall accrue interest at or the maximum rate permitted by law, whichever is lower. Client is also responsible for collection costs and reasonable attorney fees incurred to enforce payment obligations.

Term and Termination

Term Commencement Date: . Term End Date: .

Either party may terminate this Agreement for convenience by providing written notice at least days prior to the intended termination date. Either party may terminate for material breach if the breaching party fails to remedy the breach within fourteen (14) days after receipt of written notice specifying the breach.

Food Safety, Allergens and Compliance

Baker represents that all baked goods will be prepared in a kitchen that complies with applicable health and safety regulations and will exercise commercially reasonable care to avoid cross-contamination of allergens. Client must notify Baker in writing of known allergies or dietary restrictions at least days prior to the event. Baker is not responsible for undetected allergens in vendor-supplied ingredients or for consumption by guests with undisclosed allergies.

Confidentiality

Each party acknowledges that it may receive confidential and proprietary information of the other party. Neither party shall disclose such confidential information to any third party or use it for any purpose other than performance under this Agreement, except as required by law. Confidential information does not include information that is or becomes publicly known through no wrongful act of the receiving party or that is independently developed without use of the disclosing party's confidential information.

Insurance and Indemnification

Baker shall maintain general liability insurance appropriate to the scope of the services. Baker agrees to defend, indemnify and hold Client harmless from any claims, liabilities or expenses resulting from Baker's negligence or willful misconduct in the performance of the services. Client shall indemnify Baker for claims arising from Client's negligence, failure to disclose allergies, or failure to obtain necessary permits for the event location.

Governing Law

This Agreement shall be governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of the State of , without regard to choice of law principles.

Entire Agreement

This Agreement, including any attachments or specifications referenced herein, constitutes the entire agreement between the parties with respect to the subject matter and supersedes all prior negotiations, representations, warranties and agreements, whether oral or written. Any amendment or modification must be in writing and signed by both parties.

Miscellaneous

If any provision of this Agreement is held unenforceable, the remaining provisions shall continue in full force and effect. Neither party may assign its rights or obligations without the prior written consent of the other party, except that Baker may engage subcontractors to perform portions of the services so long as Baker remains responsible for performance.

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