SAIT Culinary Campus (Downtown)
Where to find it:
230 8th Avenue SWContact: Emily Whyte, Continuing Education & Events Coordinator
Phone: 403-774-4694
Email: emily.whyte@sait.ca
Website: http://culinarycampus.ca/groupevents.php
Best suited for: team building events, interaction and different stations, engagement with food, client appreciation
Capacity
- 40 people seated theatre style, but tight to have in kitchen all at once
- 120 reception style comfortably
- Can have access to entire space including kitchen, especially for demonstrations or cooking classes
- 2 hour reception events work best in the space
- Nothing later than 10pm
- Available weeknights and weekends
Rental rates
- Space can only be available after 2pm due to classes
- On-site staff will setup the space as required
- Min. group size = 8 people, rate is $160 per person
- Cost then changes depending on group size
- Price per person includes everything (catering, room rental, AV, staff, linen)
- A reception would cost about $70-80 per person + drinks
Furnishings/ equipment
- Cocktail rounds and 8’ banquet tables on site
- Coat racks available for use
Catering
- Can do action stations (rotisserie, sushi, cupcake icing, etc.) with guests
- Built-in and marked off stations: rotisserie, braise, saute, bakery,
- Licensed for alcohol sales; can do host or cash bar
- Can customize menus to fit needs
AV
- PowerPoint presentations do not work well in space due to noise and poor sight lines for a large audience
- Would need to rent a screen a projector
- Good PA system built-in
- Wireless handheld and lapel mic available
- Can connect an iPod or other device for ambience music
Parking
- Street parking is free after 6pm
- Nearby parkades: The Core, Bankers Hall
Sustainability
- Recycle deep-fry oil, compost foods
- Control food production to ensure minimal leftovers
Other considerations
- 2 unisex bathroom facilities available
- Accessible; no stairs, only ramps. Can take an elevator up from the main (7th Ave) entrance to the second floor of the building
- Typically host oil & gas firms, law firms, etc. in a 3-4 block radius
- Security escorts can be arranged for events that run into the evening