Colonial General Insurance Agency, Inc. offers a specialized Caterer Insurance program designed to meet the unique needs of food service professionals. Whether your clients operate banquet halls, food trucks, ice cream trucks, or provide on-site catering for weddings, parties, or corporate functions, this program offers flexible and comprehensive coverage options to protect their operations.
Ideal Accounts and Appetite
This program is a great fit for a wide range of catering-related businesses, including:
- Mobile food vendors and catering trucks
- Event caterers for weddings, parties, and corporate functions
- Sandwich and ice cream trucks
- Banquet and event halls with food service
Accounts with clean operations, proper food handling procedures, and established client bases are preferred. This program is flexible enough to accommodate both mono-line and package coverage needs, depending on the client’s risk profile.
Coverage Highlights and Advantages
General Liability Coverage:
- Primary limits up to $3,000,000 Occurrence/Aggregate
- $5,000 Medical Payments Coverage – Included
- Liquor Liability available
- Additional Insureds – $100 each
- Excess or Umbrella Limits up to $25,000,000
- No deductible required
Property Coverage Options:
- Building, Contents, and Business Income
- Computer Equipment and Equipment Breakdown
- Food Spoilage and Inland Marine
- Accounts Receivable, Valuable Papers, and Outside Signs
- Replacement Cost or Actual Cash Value (ACV)
- Basic, Broad, or Special Form available
Crime Coverage:
- Inside the Premises – Theft of Money and Securities
- Inside the Premises – Robbery or Safe Burglary of Other Property
- Outside the Premises
Underwriting Notes and Minimum Premiums
Coverage is offered through a selection of admitted and non-admitted markets, allowing for underwriting flexibility based on risk characteristics. While minimum premiums may vary, Colonial General is able to structure policies to accommodate a wide range of business sizes and operations.
Quick turnaround on quotes and competitive pricing make this program attractive for agents looking to place business efficiently.
Territories and Availability
This Caterer Insurance program is available in the following states:
- Arizona (AZ)
- California (CA)
- Colorado (CO)
- Idaho (ID)
- Nevada (NV)
- New Mexico (NM)
- Utah (UT)
- Wyoming (WY)
Some markets are available on an admitted basis, while others may be written through non-admitted carriers, depending on the state and risk profile.
Why Work With Colonial General
As a Managing General Agency and Excess & Surplus Lines Broker, Colonial General brings deep expertise in niche markets and hard-to-place risks. Their strong carrier relationships and regional focus make them a valuable partner for agents seeking tailored solutions in the hospitality and food service sectors.
Whether you're placing a new venture food truck or a well-established catering hall, Colonial General delivers underwriting knowledge, responsive service, and access to quality markets to help you serve your clients better.
Frequently Asked Questions
What types of accounts are a good fit for this program?
This program is ideal for catering businesses, food trucks, ice cream trucks, and event venues providing food service for weddings, parties, or corporate events.
Is liquor liability available for catered events?
Yes, liquor liability coverage is available as part of the general liability package, making it suitable for events where alcohol is served.
Can I write mono-line property or liability coverage?
Yes, coverage is available on a mono-line or package basis depending on the client’s needs.
Which states is this program available in?
This program is available in AZ, CA, CO, ID, NV, NM, UT, and WY.
Are admitted markets available?
Yes, some admitted markets are available depending on the risk and the state.
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