Terms of Service

Effective date: MArch 1, 2026

Introduction

Welcome to Gold Standard. By accessing our website and submitting your information, you agree to the following terms and privacy practices. Please read them carefully.

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Terms of Use

a. General Use

  • The content on this website is for informational purposes only and may be updated or modified at any time.
  • Any misuse of this website, including unauthorized copying or distribution of content, is prohibited.
  • By signing up for email updates, you confirm that you are at least 18 years old or have parental consent.

b. Ordering via Toast

  • Gold Standard uses Square as our third-party ordering platform.
  • By placing an order, you agree to Square’s terms and privacy policy, which govern your booking and any data collected during the reservation process.
  • Gold Standard is not responsible for any issues arising from Toast’s platform, including payment processing or cancellations.

c. Career Opportunities

  • Job postings and applications submitted through our website or third-party platforms are for informational purposes only and do not guarantee employment.

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Privacy Policy

a. Information We Collect

‍When you subscribe to our email updates, make a reservation, or contact us, we may collect:

  • Personal details: Name, email address, phone number (if provided).
  • Order/Event details: Date, time, number of guests (via Square).
  • Any additional information you choose to share regarding press inquiries, private events, or career opportunities.

b. How We Use Your Information

‍We use your information to:

  • Send updates on opening dates, events, and special announcements.
  • Facilitate and manage orders through Square.
  • Respond to press and media inquiries.
  • Notify you about career opportunities if you’ve expressed interest.

c. Third-Party Email Platforms

  • We use third-party email marketing services (such as Mailchimp, Constant Contact, or similar) to manage our email communications.
  • By subscribing, you acknowledge that your email may be stored and processed by these platforms in accordance with their privacy policies.
  • We do not sell or share your email address with unauthorized third parties.

d. Email Communications & Opt-Out

  • By subscribing, you consent to receive emails from Gold Standard about restaurant updates, promotions, and special events.
  • You can unsubscribe at any time by clicking the “Unsubscribe” link in our emails.

e. Data Security

  • We take reasonable measures to protect your personal information from unauthorized access or misuse.
  • However, no data transmission over the internet is 100% secure. Submitting your information is at your own risk.

f. Cookies & Tracking

  • Our website may use cookies or analytics tools to improve user experience and understand website traffic.
  • You can adjust your browser settings to decline cookies if you prefer.

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Third-Party Links

‍Our website may contain links to third-party platforms such as Square, email marketing services, and social media sites. We are not responsible for their privacy policies or content.

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Updates to These Terms

‍We may update these terms and policies from time to time. The latest version will always be available on our website.

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Contact Us

‍For any questions regarding these terms or your privacy, reach out to us at:
📩 Email: goldstandard@gmail.com
📍 Address: 302 Capitol Way N., Olympia, WA

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