Booking Policies & Procedures

• Refunds will not be given for cancellations less than 10 days before class starting date. Cancellations outside of 10 days in advance of the class will be given a full refund. Please note that decisions to run classes are based on enrollment numbers. Classes may be cancelled due to low enrollment.
• The Niagara Falls Culinary Institute reserves the right to change any menu or instructor, or to cancel any class at their discretion.
• Classes cancelled due to low enrollment, inclement weather or any circumstance beyond the individual’s control will be refunded completely in the form of payment originally made. Listen to major news outlets on the radio or TV for class cancellations in times of bad weather. If the school is closed, classes will be cancelled.
• Adult classes are offered from ages 16 and up. Children under the age of 16 may register for the class if their guardian is also registering and taking the class with them.
• A valid driver’s license or photo ID along with a copy of your receipt is required for checking in to class.

Participation Guidelines

• Dress Code:  For kitchen safety and sanitation reasons, participants should wear long pants, a shirt with non-flowing sleeves and flat, closed-toe shoes. Class participants will be working with knives and around hot stoves/ovens, therefore, tank tops and flip flops are not recommended. Long hair should be tied back.
• We will provide you with an apron to wear during the class.
• Allergy and dietary restrictions:  Our facilities may contain dairy, eggs, crustacean shellfish, tree nuts, peanuts, wheat, and soybeans as well as other allergens. Be aware that cross contamination may occur among food products and we cannot guarantee that our food will be safe for customers with food allergies.
• Guests who appear to be under the influence will not be allowed to participate in Community Education classes for the safety of all of our guests and staff.
• For summer camps, early drop off or late pick up requires a $25.00 daily fee will be added to your total payment. In the event your child needs to be picked up via someone other than their parent or guardian please send in a signed note with dates and names of persons.