1. Scope of Services
- The Company facilitates the arrangement of culinary services by coordinating with independent chefs (“the Chefs”) and/or third-party food establishments (“the Establishments”). These services include:
- Sourcing and delivery of ingredients requested by the Client.
- Coordination of food preparation by the Chefs or Establishments.
- Delivery of prepared food to the Client’s specified location.
2. Role of the Company
- The Company acts solely as a facilitator and is not directly involved in the preparation of food.
- The Chefs and Establishments engaged for food preparation are independent contractors or entities and are not employees, agents, or representatives of the Company.
3. Client Acknowledgment and Responsibilities
- The Client acknowledges and agrees that:
- The Company is not responsible for the acts, omissions, or negligence of the Chefs or Establishments.
- The Client assumes full responsibility for the proper storage, handling, and consumption of food upon delivery.
- Any issues arising from the preparation, handling, or consumption of the food must be addressed directly with the Chefs or Establishments.
4. Ingredient Sourcing and Third-Party Suppliers
- The Company sources ingredients from reputable suppliers in good faith.
- The Client acknowledges that:
- The Company is not liable for contamination or defects originating from third-party suppliers, the Chefs, or the Establishments.
- Ingredient traceability will be provided upon request, subject to supplier cooperation.
5. Limitation of Liability
- To the fullest extent permitted by Singapore law:
- The Company’s liability is strictly limited to the scope of its facilitation services (e.g., sourcing ingredients and coordinating deliveries).
- The Company is not liable for:
- Foodborne illnesses, contamination, or adverse reactions caused by the Chefs or Establishments.
- Issues arising after delivery due to improper handling, storage, or consumption by the Client or their representatives.
- Consequential, indirect, or incidental damages.
6. Indemnification
- The Client agrees to indemnify, defend, and hold harmless the Company, its employees, and agents from any claims, damages, or expenses arising out of:
- The actions, negligence, or misconduct of the Chefs or Establishments.
- Improper handling or storage of food after delivery by the Client.
7. Waiver of Claims
- The Client waives any claims against the Company for foodborne illnesses or adverse reactions unless such issues are directly caused by the Company’s gross negligence or willful misconduct in ingredient sourcing or delivery.
8. Disclaimer Regarding Chefs and Establishments
- The Client acknowledges that the Chefs and Establishments are independent contractors or entities. The Company is not liable for their performance, compliance with food safety standards, or any incidents resulting from their actions.
9. Dispute Resolution
- Any disputes arising from the Services shall first be resolved through mutual discussion. If unresolved, disputes shall be submitted to mediation under the Singapore Mediation Centre.
10. Governing Law
- This Agreement is governed by the laws of Singapore.