BBQ Competition Disclaimer, Health & Liability Agreement

BBQ & Brews is a charitable fundraising event benefiting the Housing Industry Foundation (“Event Organizer”). Participation as a BBQ competitor is subject to approval and compliance with all event rules, local and state health department regulations, fire code requirements, and safety standards.

By submitting this application, the applicant (“Competitor”) acknowledges and agrees to the following:

Event & Entry Requirements

BBQ & Brews is a fundraising event, and participation is voluntary.

A $300 non-refundable entry fee is required upon acceptance to compete.

Each competing team must provide and set up their own 10’ x 10’ tent, tables, chairs, and fire extinguisher (required).

Competitors must supply all equipment and materials necessary for participation, including but not limited to: BBQ pit or smoker, propane and/or charcoal, fuel storage, pots, pans, cooking utensils, gloves, cleaning supplies, and trash bags.

Food Preparation & Health Compliance

Competitors are solely responsible for complying with all applicable local and state health department requirements, including temporary food facility permits, food handler certifications, proper food storage, temperature control, handwashing stations (if required), and sanitation practices.

All food must be prepared, handled, and served in accordance with health department regulations and any additional requirements provided by the Event Organizer.

Event Organizer reserves the right to inspect competitor setups and remove any competitor found to be operating in an unsafe or non-compliant manner.

Competition Requirements

Each team must submit three (3) meat samples for judging:

               Brisket

               Pork (ribs or pulled pork)

               Chicken

Teams must also provide adequate sample servings for approximately 800 event attendees, in addition to judging samples.

Failure to submit all required categories may result in disqualification from prize consideration.

Liability, Assumption of Risk & Indemnification

Competitors acknowledge that participation involves inherent risks, including but not limited to fire, burns, equipment malfunction, foodborne illness, and personal injury.

Competitors assume all risks associated with participation and agree to release and hold harmless the Event Organizer, Housing Industry Foundation, event sponsors, venue, volunteers, and affiliates from any and all claims, liabilities, damages, losses, or expenses arising from participation.

Competitors agree to indemnify and defend the Event Organizer against any claims, damages, or legal actions arising from their food preparation, service, equipment, staff, or activities.

General Terms

Submission of this application does not guarantee acceptance.

Event Organizer reserves the right to modify competition rules, schedules, and requirements as necessary.

Failure to comply with any event, safety, or health requirements may result in removal from the event without refund.