College of Saint Benedict: Events & Catering

06/24/2023

It is almost time for the Reunion Gala Dinner!

06/08/2023

Our Executive Chef Zak and Catering Chef Rita created some delicious items to feature at the Anna Marie’s Alliance Chefs Gala.

06/07/2023

We are looking forward to a fun evening ahead supporting this event!

𝗖𝗵𝗲𝗳 𝗦𝗽𝗼𝘁𝗹𝗶𝗴𝗵𝘁 -- 𝗠𝗲𝗲𝘁 𝗭𝗮𝗸 𝗧𝗼𝘄𝗻s𝗲𝗻𝗱 𝘄𝗶𝘁𝗵 College of Saint Benedict and Saint John's University 🍴

I grew up in Sauk Rapids. I really began to have an interest around the age of 12 of cooking. I took all of the high school culinary classes I could at SRRHS and competed on their pro start culinary team. It was at this time that cooking became more of a passion and what I wanted to do for a career. I started my first job in a kitchen on my 16th birthday as a dishwasher and prep cook. After high school I went to Le Cordon Bleu. I worked in various restaurants working my way up through the ranks to where I am today.

𝗧𝗵𝗲𝗿𝗲 𝗮𝗿𝗲 𝘀𝘁𝗶𝗹𝗹 𝘁𝗶𝗰𝗸𝗲𝘁𝘀 𝗳𝗼𝗿 𝗼𝘂𝗿 𝟮𝗻𝗱 𝗮𝗻𝗻𝘂𝗮𝗹 𝗖𝗿𝗲𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗛𝗼𝗽𝗲 𝗖𝗵𝗲𝗳𝘀 𝗚𝗮𝗹𝗮. 𝗖𝗹𝗶𝗰𝗸 𝗵𝗲𝗿𝗲 𝘁𝗼 𝗴𝗲𝘁 𝘆𝗼𝘂𝗿 𝘁𝗶𝗰𝗸𝗲𝘁𝘀 𝗻𝗼𝘄 --> bit.ly/creatinghope2023

06/06/2023

It’s a beautiful time of year to be on campus!

05/27/2023

What a fabulous opportunity and experience catering to the artists & crew at The Ledge Amphitheater in Waite Park!
We nailed it with perfection!
Team work, laughter and meeting so many nice people! Looking forward to many more shows this summer!
Thank you, Rita, Zak, Travis, Phil, Parker, Spencer & Paula for your team work and dedication!

05/13/2023

It’s a big day on campus!

05/10/2023

Congratulations to our Events and Catering students that graduate this year! Thank you for being a part of our team!

05/08/2023

A little Cinco de Mayo celebration this past Friday evening! One perk of having our own in house bakery, the ability to specialize desserts to fit the theme, like this Tres Leches cake!

05/01/2023

We took a trip to France over the weekend with a themed event hosted by the St. John's Prep School. Our culinary team wowed the guests with the amazing French themed menu!

04/26/2023

Celebrating with our senior students at the annual Senior Dinner!

04/17/2023

The warmer weather is getting us excited for summer activities...like Girls, God and Good Times (3G) camp! ☀️

This Catholic, Benedictine camp is for girls in grades 4 through 12 and brings them together to strengthen their faith, learn about the sisters' way of life, and make lifelong memories with new and old friends. We've got a great group of new and returning campers already registered—are you joining us?

Learn more: https://sbm.osb.org/ministries/3g-camp/.

📷: Last year's 3G campers enjoy some s'mores around the fire, taken by Sister Laura Suhr

04/14/2023

It's a beautiful morning to be on campus!

04/11/2023

Testimonial Tuesday from SFA!

The Sustainable Farming Association has been holding events and meetings at the Gorecki Center for many years, ranging from board meetings with 20 people to conferences with over 200 attendees. We love the staff. They have always met all our needs and have also helped with creative suggestions and solutions. The facilities are exactly what we are looking for, the food service is exceptional, and we appreciate the central location.

04/06/2023

Such a fun event!

Online ticket sales are now open for our in-person Wine, Kibbles & Bids event! This special fundraiser will be 5:30 p.m. to 9:30 p.m. on Friday, May 5, at the Gorecki Center at the College of St. Benedict. Tickets are $75 each; the night will include a one-of-a-kind silent auction, wine and beer tasting, a variety of appetizers, dessert, live music, our Wine Pull, Live Pet Auction (in which furry guests are brought out while guests help boost our spay/neuter fund), luminaries, and so much more!
For questions, contact TCHS Manager of Fund Development Emily Prodinsky at [email protected].

Buy tickets at www.tricountyhumanesociety.org/wkb
Graphic credit: Naomi Poppler

04/05/2023

Looking for a part time job or want pick up additional hours?
We are currently hiring on-call banquet servers and bartenders!
Pick up shifts as your schedule allows. Day, evening, and weekend hours available. Contact us for more information or visit our website to apply. https://www.schooljobs.com/careers/csbsju

04/04/2023

This past weekend we helped our CSB seniors celebrate at the Bennie Ball and Bennie Brunch! Brunch for almost 600 people, we got this!

03/30/2023

Check out our new and improved website! Visit us at:

We provide exceptional catering and event planning, a variety of venues to hold your meeting or special event, and housing accommodations available during the summer months. Whether it’s a morning brunch, a wedding reception, a business conference or an elegant dinner party, CSB Events & Catering ...

03/23/2023

Did you know that 100% of all CSB Events and Catering profits contribute to CSB/SJU scholarships and campus improvements?

So, if you host an event with us, you are not only having amazing food and great service, you are helping our students as well!

03/20/2023

03/16/2023

This event made us feel a little bit closer to spring, even though more snow makes it seem so far away. Thank you for hosting it at the Gorecki Center!

03/13/2023

Did you know we offer full bar setups? We are happy to provide a variety of alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverage options to accommodate your guests' preferences.

03/09/2023

We are so appreciative of our customers that return to us each year for their special events!


Boys & Girls Clubs of Central Minnesota has hosted employee appreciation events at College of Saint Benedict for many years, and we couldn’t be more thrilled with our experience. We keep coming back because the staff are so easy to work with and eager to provide us with an optimal experience. The technology is plug and play – which we love! And, the food is always exceptional. Five stars from Boys & Girls Club!

03/06/2023

For best date availability, book your 2023/2024 holiday party now!

03/04/2023

From appetizers to salad, dinner, and dessert, we can do it all with our in-house catering and bakery services!

02/28/2023

Located in the St. Cloud Area, the Gorecki Center is the perfect venue to host your wedding reception. Our updated venue can accommodate up to 425 guests for your wedding reception. We provide a full in house catering and bar service experience, with professional staff to plan your special day. Let us help you create a memorable experience for you and your wedding guests!

02/15/2023

We are considering adding George to our team! If so, no doubt everything for your event will be "Pawfect"!