Transform Your Culinary Vision Into Success

Effective Date: January 1, 2024

Information We Collect

CuisineCatalyst collects information you provide directly, such as when you contact us, request services, or subscribe to our communications. This may include:

• Contact information (name, email, phone number)
• Business information and consultation requirements
• Communication preferences
• Technical information (IP address, browser type, device information)

How We Use Your Information

We use collected information to:

• Provide and improve our consulting services
• Communicate about our services and respond to inquiries
• Send marketing communications (with your consent)
• Analyze website usage and improve user experience
• Comply with legal obligations and protect our rights

Information Sharing

We do not sell, trade, or rent your personal information to third parties. We may share information with trusted service providers who assist in business operations, subject to confidentiality agreements.

Data Security

We implement appropriate security measures to protect your personal information against unauthorized access, alteration, disclosure, or destruction.

Your Rights

You have the right to access, update, or delete your personal information. Contact us to exercise these rights or for privacy-related questions.

Contact Information

For privacy concerns, contact us at: [email protected]

Effective Date: January 1, 2024

Acceptance of Terms

By accessing and using CuisineCatalyst services, you accept and agree to be bound by the terms and provision of this agreement.

Service Description

CuisineCatalyst provides professional culinary consulting services including business strategy, menu development, operations optimization, and related advisory services.

Client Responsibilities

Clients agree to:

• Provide accurate and complete information
• Cooperate in good faith during consultation processes
• Make timely payments for services rendered
• Maintain confidentiality of proprietary methodologies

Service Limitations

Our consulting services are advisory in nature. Implementation success depends on various factors beyond our control. Results may vary based on market conditions, execution, and other variables.

Intellectual Property

All methodologies, frameworks, and proprietary content remain the intellectual property of CuisineCatalyst. Clients receive usage rights only for their specific business applications.

Limitation of Liability

CuisineCatalyst's liability is limited to the fees paid for services. We are not liable for indirect, incidental, or consequential damages.

Termination

Either party may terminate services with reasonable notice. Completed work and applicable fees remain payable.

Governing Law

These terms are governed by the laws of Illinois, United States.

Last Updated: January 1, 2024

What Are Cookies

Cookies are small text files stored on your device when you visit our website. They help us provide better user experience and analyze website usage.

Types of Cookies We Use

Essential Cookies

These cookies are necessary for the website to function properly and cannot be disabled. They include:

• Session cookies for navigation functionality
• Security cookies for protection against fraud
• Preference cookies for user settings

Analytics Cookies

These cookies help us understand how visitors use our website:

• Google Analytics for traffic analysis
• Performance monitoring cookies
• User behavior tracking for improvements

Marketing Cookies

Used to deliver relevant advertisements and track campaign effectiveness:

• Social media integration cookies
• Advertising platform cookies
• Conversion tracking cookies

Managing Cookies

You can control cookies through your browser settings or our cookie consent tool. Note that disabling certain cookies may affect website functionality.

Third-Party Cookies

Some cookies are set by third-party services we use, such as analytics providers and social media platforms. These are governed by respective privacy policies.

Cookie Retention

Cookies are retained for different periods based on their purpose, from session-only to maximum 2 years for analytics purposes.

Contact Us

For questions about our cookie policy, contact: [email protected]

Effective Date: January 1, 2024

Digital Millennium Copyright Act Notice

CuisineCatalyst respects intellectual property rights and expects users to do the same. We respond to valid DMCA takedown notices according to the Digital Millennium Copyright Act.

Copyright Infringement Claims

If you believe your copyrighted work has been infringed on our website, please provide our designated agent with the following information:

• Physical or electronic signature of the copyright owner or authorized agent
• Identification of the copyrighted work claimed to be infringed
• Identification of the allegedly infringing material and its location
• Contact information including address, phone number, and email
• Statement of good faith belief that use is not authorized
• Statement of accuracy and authority to act on behalf of copyright owner

Designated Agent

DMCA notices should be sent to:

DMCA Agent
CuisineCatalyst
425 North Michigan Avenue, Suite 1200
Chicago, IL 60611
Email: [email protected]

Counter-Notification

If you believe your content was wrongfully removed, you may file a counter-notification containing:

• Your physical or electronic signature
• Identification of removed content and its former location
• Statement of good faith belief that removal was due to mistake or misidentification
• Your contact information and consent to federal court jurisdiction

Repeat Infringer Policy

CuisineCatalyst will terminate access for users who are repeat copyright infringers when appropriate.

False Claims

Please note that making false DMCA claims may result in legal liability for damages, including attorney fees.

Last Updated: January 1, 2024

General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) Compliance

CuisineCatalyst is committed to protecting your privacy and ensuring compliance with the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) for all EU residents.

Lawful Basis for Processing

We process personal data under the following lawful bases:

• Consent: For marketing communications and optional services
• Contract Performance: To provide requested consulting services
• Legitimate Interest: For business operations and improvements
• Legal Obligation: To comply with applicable laws

Your GDPR Rights

Under GDPR, you have the following rights regarding your personal data:

Right of Access

Request access to your personal data and information about how we process it.

Right to Rectification

Request correction of inaccurate or incomplete personal data.

Right to Erasure (Right to be Forgotten)

Request deletion of your personal data under certain circumstances.

Right to Restrict Processing

Request limitation of processing your personal data in specific situations.

Right to Data Portability

Request transfer of your data to another service provider in a structured format.

Right to Object

Object to processing based on legitimate interests or for direct marketing purposes.

Rights Related to Automated Decision Making

Protection against decisions based solely on automated processing.

Data Protection Officer

For GDPR-related inquiries, contact our Data Protection Officer:

Email: [email protected]

Data Transfers

When we transfer personal data outside the EU, we ensure appropriate safeguards are in place, including standard contractual clauses and adequacy decisions.

Data Retention

We retain personal data only as long as necessary for the purposes outlined in our privacy policy or as required by law.

Supervisory Authority

You have the right to lodge a complaint with your local data protection supervisory authority if you believe we have not complied with GDPR requirements.

Contact for GDPR Requests

To exercise your GDPR rights or ask questions about our data processing:

Email: [email protected]
Response time: Within 30 days of receiving your request