Cooking class waiver

Participation agreement, assumption of risk and release of liability

Version 1, November 2026. Please read this whole page before your first class. It affects your legal rights. If anything is unclear, ask us before you sign.

Who "we" are. In this agreement, "Released Parties" means Rajul Desai, doing business as Recipes by Rajul, its owners, Chef Rajul Desai, its instructors, assistants and volunteers; and Saffron restaurant and its owning company, the venue at 29200 Orchard Lake Road, Farmington Hills, Michigan 48334, and its owners, managers and staff. "I" and "me" means the participant who signs below.

The classes. Recipes by Rajul runs hands-on cooking classes in a working restaurant kitchen. Participants handle knives and other sharp tools, use stoves, ovens and hot equipment, work with hot liquids and oils, stand for about 2.5 hours, and taste the food they cook. Classes include the series that starts on November 23, 2026 and any later class I attend.

1. Risks I understand

I understand that cooking in a commercial kitchen has risks that cannot be fully removed, even when everyone is careful. They include, among others:

• Cuts and punctures from knives, graters, peelers, blenders and broken glass
• Burns and scalds from stoves, ovens, pans, steam, hot oil and hot liquids
• Slips, trips and falls on wet or greasy floors
• Allergic reactions, food intolerance or foodborne illness from ingredients or cross contact
• Strain or fatigue from standing and working for about 2.5 hours
• Injury caused by other participants or by equipment failure
• Fire, smoke or other emergencies in the building

2. My responsibilities

I agree to:

• Follow the chef's safety instructions at all times and ask if I am unsure how to do something
• Wear closed-toe shoes, tie back long hair and avoid loose sleeves or dangling jewelry
• Use only the tools and equipment the chef allows, and report any spill, injury or broken equipment right away
• Stay home if I am sick, and tell the chef about any health condition that could affect my safety in class
• Not attend under the influence of alcohol or drugs. If the venue allows me to bring my own drinks, I drink at my own risk and responsibility
• Look after my own belongings

3. Allergies and food

I have told Recipes by Rajul about my food allergies, intolerances and dietary needs on the sign-up form, and I will update them before class if anything changes. I understand that Recipes by Rajul accommodates allergies where it can, but the classes take place in a shared restaurant kitchen where common allergens such as nuts, dairy, gluten, sesame, soy, eggs and shellfish may be present. No dish or kitchen can be guaranteed allergen-free. I decide what I touch and taste, and I bring any medication I may need, such as an epinephrine auto-injector.

4. Assumption of risk

I am taking part voluntarily. I understand the risks described above, including risks that are not listed, and I freely accept and assume all of them.

5. Release and waiver of liability

To the fullest extent allowed by Michigan law, I release, waive and give up any claims I may have against the Released Parties for injury, illness, death, or loss of or damage to property that arise from or relate to my participation in any Recipes by Rajul class, including claims caused by the ordinary negligence of a Released Party. This release does not apply to harm caused by gross negligence or willful misconduct. It binds me, my heirs, executors and anyone who may make a claim on my behalf.

6. Indemnity

I agree to indemnify and hold harmless the Released Parties from any claims, costs or expenses, including reasonable legal fees, brought by anyone because of my own actions in class, or the actions of a minor I sign for.

7. Medical treatment

If I am injured or become ill during a class, I authorize the Released Parties to call emergency services and to arrange first aid or medical treatment for me if I cannot decide for myself. I am responsible for any cost of that care. I confirm that I am in good enough health to stand and cook for about 2.5 hours, and that I have told the chef about anything relevant to my safety.

8. Photos and video

Recipes by Rajul may take photos or short videos during class. My image will be used on its website and social media only if I choose "Yes" to photo consent below. Choosing "No" does not affect my place in class.

9. Participants aged 16 and 17

Participants must be 18 or older, or 16 or 17 with a parent or legal guardian who signs this agreement. A parent or guardian who signs agrees to all of its terms on the minor's behalf and on their own behalf, gives permission for the minor to take part, and agrees to the indemnity in section 6 for the minor's actions.

10. General terms

• This agreement is governed by the laws of the State of Michigan. Any dispute will be handled in the courts of Oakland County, Michigan.
• If any part of this agreement is found unenforceable, the rest stays in full effect, and that part is limited only as much as needed.
• This agreement applies to every Recipes by Rajul class I attend, until I withdraw it in writing.
• I agree to sign electronically. My typed name and my confirmation below have the same effect as a handwritten signature.

11. Acknowledgment and signature

By signing, I confirm that I am 18 or older (or 16 or 17 with my parent or guardian signing below), that I have read this entire agreement, that I had the chance to ask questions, and that I understand I am giving up legal rights. I sign it freely.