Event Description

YLC Wednesday at the Square concert series is requesting applications for Food Vendors. The ten-week concert series will be held in downtown New Orleans at Lafayette Square across from Gallier Hall. The concert series runs from March 20, 2019 to May 22, 2019 with rain dates scheduled for May 29th, June 5th and 12th.

YLC Wednesday at the Square attracts an audience of downtown administrative to management level professionals, middle to upper income, aged 25-55 years. It also draws music lovers from as far away as the Northshore, Mississippi, and the River Parishes. 

Application Requirements

If you would like to participate, fill out the following questions and attach all requested documents by January 11, 2019. 

There are a limited number of Food Vendor booths available. When they are fully booked, we will not make additional space. 

Applications received after January 11, 2019 will not be considered. YLC will notify selected vendors after the selection process is complete. 

If there are any questions, please email ylcfood@gmail.com

Throughout the 10-week concert series, Young Leadership Council will promote the Food Vendors via our website, social media platforms, and weekly newsletters. We are requesting the following information to coordinate and streamline promotion efforts. 

Please submit a proposed menu of food items you intend to sell including price points. All food items must be priced at $12.00 and under.

Historically, Food Vendors that serve a variety of items with price points of $5.00 – $7.00 have been the most successful. We strive to provide a variety of food to our patrons and ensure that Food Vendors are not preparing the same item for sale.

Young Leadership Council will provide: 

1. A reserved station with a 10’x10’ tent, two 6’ tables, a banner, and electricity upon request ((Notification requested earlier in this form)
2. Security at Lafayette Square 4:30 PM – 8:30 PM. Please note this security is limited to the immediate area of Lafayette Square; 
3. General promotion of the event via the website, weekly e-mail blast; 
4. Bucket and bag for collection of redeemed tickets;
5. Ice (if needed). Food Vendors are responsible for carrying their ice from the ice truck to their booth. (Notification requested earlier in this form)
6. Power (if needed). Food Vendors may be provided with grounded three prong outlets upon request. Amperage is limited. (Notification requested earlier in this form)

Please note: YLC Wednesday at the Square does not have access to a public water source on the square. Food Vendors must bring any water needed to the square.

The Food Vendor agrees to:

1. Provide your own food, food preparations, serving materials (plates, utensils, napkins, etc), and staff; Please Note: Straws, hard plastic/acrylic plates and cups, glass of any kind, swizzle sticks, and toothpicks are not allowed in Lafayette Square Park.

2. Bring signage to display food items for sale at your booth (maximum size - area of 6 sq. ft) MUST NOTE THAT "ALL FOOD SALES MUST STOP AT 7:59PM, NO EXCEPTIONS"

3. Accept that the YLC is not responsible for damages or theft of assets at the concert site;

4. Inform the City of any income made at the concerts on your monthly tax statement;

5. Share in revenue with the YLC (as detailed in this application);

6. Submit a menu of food items for approval by the YLC with this application and submit any subsequent changes to the approved menu to the YLC by 5:00 p.m. on the Monday before the applicable concert;

7. Attach and execute the Hold-Harmless Agreement per the link below and acknowledge the Parking/Vehicle Agreement included in this application;

8. Staff the booth 4:30 PM – 8:00 PM and be prepared to sell product by 5:00 PM sharp. Load-in shall take place along Camp Street and N. Maestri Street from 3:00-4:40. All equipment, supplies, and personnel shall be removed by 8:30PM. 

9. Bring sufficient food or product each week to serve until 7:45 PM; Vendors who consistently are unable to meet this requirements, YLC can decide if they are able to continue the series

10. Exchange food or product ONLY for current tickets sold by the YLC. Vendor also is responsible for keeping tickets dry and intact prior to turning over to the YLC;

11. Vendor is responsible for turning in ticket bucket and bag containing redeemed tickets to the YLC Ticket Booth on N. Maestri Street at the conclusion of the concert. Tickets left at the Square will not be counted.

12. Comply with all 650 Poydras building regulations and YLC requests in regards to set-up and breakdown of food vendor booths;

13. Keep the sidewalk behind the Food Booths clear of all equipment, including chairs and personnel;

14. Provide proper storage and serving equipment to keep hot foods at the safe temperature of 140 degrees or higher and cold foods at the safe temperature of 45 degrees or lower

15. Take all measures commonly expected in the food industry and by the State of Louisiana to keep food safe for consumption;

16. Provide YLC with a “Certificate of Insurance” indicating the following coverage levels:

     a. General Liability / Liquor Liability: $1,000,000 per occurrence / $2,000,000 Aggregate naming Young Leadership council as an additional insured

     b. Automobile Liability: $1,000,000 per Occurrence

     c. Workers Compensation: Louisiana Statutory benefits. Employers Liability $500,000 each accident / $500,000 disease policy limit / $500,000 disease each employee;

    d. Provide proof of proper permits for food preparation. (i.e., fire marshal permit)

17. Complete, sign and return a W-9 Tax Form with this application;

18. Provide a fire extinguisher for your booth on the square

19. Provide your own transportation and parking to and from the concert for all staff and equipment (SEE PARKING/VEHICLE AGREEMENT);

20. Give the YLC written notice via e-mail of any cancellation of participation five (5) business days in advance of the start time of each concert. Failure to properly provide notice will result in a $1,000 fee, which fee may, in the sole discretion of YLC, be witheld from any revenue otehrwise payable by YLC to Food Vendor, persuant to the Revenue Sharing Details outlined below. After the first cancellation or no-show over the course of the season will result in the Food Vendor being removed for the remainder of the season and the $1,000 fee will be charged, regardless of notification.

21. If the YLC cancels the event for any reason, including weather, the Food Vendor may request reserved space at a make-up date, depending on availability. The YLC cannot guarantee that a cancelled concert will be rescheduled. Notwithstanding the foregoing, Food Vendors agree to forfeit to YLC all previously-paid fees if a concert cannot be rescheduled.

22. Please note, the use of deep frying and/or boiling equipment are strictly prohibited, any vendors found using said items could be held financially responsible and subject to removal from WATS

23. Be compliant with all City of New Orleans permitting requirements for participating in special events Special Event Permits can be obtained through the City of New Orleans One Stop Application process. 

24. Please note that the YLC reserves the right to remove any food vendor from participation in the 2018 concert series for any breach of the above provisions and/or at its sole discretion.

The Revenue Sharing Program is outlined below:

1. There is no upfront fee for Food Vendors to participate in the Wednesdays at the Square concert series.

2. The Food Vendor is responsible for setting the price on their saleable item(s).

3. The revenue generated from food sales each week will be shared between the YLC and Food Vendor with this split: Food Vendor 62%, YLC 38%. The YLC’s share helps offset considerable production and other costs that make the event possible. (Entertainers, promoters, stage and light set ups, audio, labor, permits, advertising, signage, booths, tables, electricity, security, and ice)

4. YLC collects all redeemed tickets and then reimburses the Food Vendor on a monthly basis. A week by week sales report will be available by emailing a request to Liz Waller at liz@ylcnola.org. Please note, the YLC cannot guarantee accurate counting for tickets that are wet or otherwise damaged. Only current 2019 Series tickets will be honored.

5. In the event there is a dispute regarding the amount of paid to the Vendor, the Vendor has 1 month from the check date to request a recount. YLC has 14 days from the request to recount the tickets. If a discrepancy is found, 62% of the difference will be paid to the Vendor.

6. YLC reserves the right to request supplemental documentation to support the validity of a recount.

Due to limited parking around the Lafayette Square, participating Food Vendors agree to park legally and in no bagged (closed) metered space. Clearly marked loading zones will be available for set up unloading during approved times provided by the YLC prior to the beginning of the concert series. All set up unloading must be completed during the approved times and vehicles must be thereafter moved from the area. 

ANY FOOD VENDOR’S CAR FOUND PARKED ILLEGALLY AROUND THE SQUARE IS SUBJECT TO IMMEDIATE TOWING. THE FOOD VENDOR IS THEN SUBJECT TO REMOVAL FROM THE SERIES FOR THE DURATION OF THE 2019 SERIES AT THE SOLE DISCRETION OF THE YLC. Please also note, absolutely no motorized vehicles are allowed on Lafayette Square Park grounds. Any Vendor found driving on the square is subject to being removed for the duration of the 2019 series at the sole discretion of the YLC. 

YLC Wednesday at the Square requires proof of insurance, a completed W-9, and a Signed Hold-Harmless Agreement for the application to be considered. Please upload a copy of your Proof of Insurance in accordance with Item 15 of the Vendor Agreement. Upload a completed W-9. Please print and sign the Hold Harmless Agreement (link below), and submit it with the other documents.