WE BELIEVE IN CHANGE
Sustainable production and consumption is not a new concept but it is an important one. At DeAngelos we understand the significant impact the food service industry has on the environment and thus the responsibility that the industry must take in order to maintain a better union between business and environment.
We practice the following procedures each day in our operations:
We compost food waste at our production facility as part of our pilot program with the City of Tigard.
We donate leftover foods regularly to agencies locally on our customer’s behalf.
We recycle film and ink cartridges, office paper, newspaper, magazines, cardboard, plastic, tin, aluminum, glass, cooking oil, and animal fat renderings.
All of the disposable products we provide at events are recycled.
Our advertising and marketing materials are print on recycled paper.
Client proposals and communication practices include electronic transmittals via e-mail as to reduce paper use.
We use digital photography and social media to document our services for marketing.
China, flatware, and glass rental is made available, as well as reusable centerpieces, event décor, display pieces and all natural environments.
Display materials, props, floral, and buffet décor is reused, recycled or donated.
Plastic service ware items are recycled or reused when requested.
Biodegradable service ware items are available for customers.
Our ware washing and cleaning practices include environmentally friendly soaps and detergents whenever possible.
We encourage alternative transportation and carpooling for our staff for large events to reduce auto emissions.
DeAngelo’s Catering and Events takes pride in being a company that assists in a sustainable future for our environment.
Sustainable Event Solutions
Recent recipient of the Washington County “Recycle at Work” Award! DeAngelo’s Catering is proud to offer the following services to our clients:
- We can compost your food waste upon request at your event.
- Manned garbage collection stations now available.
- Wooden plates made from renewable resources or bamboo.
- Complete recycling of cans, bottles, corn cups & utensils upon request.
- Event spaces for rent offering sustainable choices.
- Bulk condiment and beverage station reduces garbage at events.
- Numerous china, glassware & silverware patterns available for rent.
- Alternative transportation services include bio diesel charters.
- Eco friendly invitation options – now available!
- Event signs made from renewable resources –now available!
- Full service wedding & event planning offering complete green solutions.
- Game & entertainment options reducing or eliminating electricity use.
- Create Lighting environments with LED Lighting.
- Rent a solar generator to offset electricity use
- Providing education at events to attendees regarding sustainability.
- Zero Waste Events! Ask us how!
Additional fees apply for some service requests, call our office to discuss your sustainable event mission and let us assist you in greening your next event!