Your Privacy Matters To Us

At Black Slate Kitchen, we’re committed to respecting and protecting your privacy. We want you to feel confident that any information you share with us is handled with care and transparency.

This Privacy Policy outlines how we collect, use, and protect your data when you visit our website or engage with our services. Our goal is to ensure you have a clear understanding of what happens with your information and the choices you have.

If you have any questions, feel free to reach out — we’re here to help. You can contact us at: info@blackslatekitchen.com.au

BLACK SLATE KITCHEN PRIVACY POLICY

Type of Website: Private Dining, Catering, and Hospitality Consultancy
Effective Date: 2nd December, 2024

Ownership and Contact Information
[www.blackslatekitchen.com.au] (the "Site") is owned and operated by Black Slate Kitchen. For any privacy-related inquiries, please contact us at:
Email: info@blackslatekitchen.com.au

Purpose

The purpose of this Privacy Policy is to inform you about:

  • The personal data we collect;

  • How we use your data;

  • Who has access to the data collected;

  • Your rights as a user; and

  • Our cookie policy.

This Privacy Policy applies in addition to the terms and conditions of our Site.

Consent

By using our Site, you agree to:

  • The conditions set out in this Privacy Policy; and

  • The collection, use, and retention of the data as described herein.

Personal Data We Collect

We only collect data that helps us provide and improve our services. We will not collect any additional data beyond what is described below without notifying you first.

Data Collected Automatically
When you visit our Site, we may automatically collect and store the following information:

  • IP address;

  • General location;

  • Hardware and software details;

  • Clicked links; and

  • Content viewed.

Data Collected Through User Interaction
We may also collect data when you engage with our Site, such as:

  • First and last name;

  • Email address;

  • Phone number;

  • Payment information; and

  • Data provided through account creation or forms.

This information may be collected when you create an account, make an enquiry, purchase our services, or subscribe to our updates.

How We Use Your Personal Data

We use the data collected on our Site for the purposes specified below:

  • Automatically Collected Data: Used for statistical analysis, site functionality improvements, and to help us understand how visitors use our Site.

  • User-Provided Data: Used for communication, processing orders, providing our services (such as private dining, catering, and consultancy), and gathering insights to improve our offerings.

We will not use your data beyond the purposes stated in this Privacy Policy without notifying you.

Who We Share Your Data With

Employees
Your data may be disclosed to members of our organisation who need access to it to provide and improve our services.

Other Disclosures
We will not sell or share your data with third parties except in the following situations:

  • If required by law;

  • If necessary for any legal proceedings;

  • To protect our legal rights; or

  • To potential buyers of the company if we decide to sell Black Slate Kitchen.

If you follow hyperlinks from our Site to another website, please note that we are not responsible for the privacy practices of those sites.

Data Storage and Retention

Your data will be stored only as long as necessary to fulfil the purposes for which it was collected. If required by law, we will notify you if your data is kept longer than this period.

How We Protect Your Data

To protect your information, we use industry-standard browser encryption and store all data on secure servers. Access to your data is limited to authorised personnel who are bound by strict confidentiality agreements.

While we take all reasonable precautions to ensure the security of your data, the Internet cannot guarantee absolute security.

Children’s Privacy

We do not knowingly collect or use personal data from children under the age of 16. If we become aware that we have collected personal data from a child under 16, we will delete it as soon as possible. Parents or guardians may contact us to request the deletion of such data.

Your Rights: Access, Modify, Delete, or Challenge Your Data

If you would like to know what personal data we have collected about you, or if you wish to modify or delete your data, please contact us at:
Privacy Officer: info@blackslatekitchen.com.au

Opt-Out Options

You may opt-out of receiving marketing communications from us by clicking "unsubscribe" in any marketing email or updating your preferences under your account settings.

Cookie Policy

Our Site uses cookies to enhance your experience. Cookies are small files stored on your device that help us understand your browsing habits. You can choose to disable cookies in your browser settings, although this may affect your user experience.

We use the following types of cookies:

  • Analytical Cookies: To collect data on how you access and use our Site.

  • Targeting Cookies: To personalise your experience and deliver content tailored to your interests.

  • Third-Party Cookies: May be used to track user preferences for advertisement purposes.

Modifications

This Privacy Policy may be updated periodically to reflect changes in our data practices or legal requirements. When changes occur, we will update the "Effective Date" at the top of this policy and may notify you via email or a notice on our Site.

If you have any questions, concerns, or complaints about our Privacy Policy, please contact us at:
info@blackslatekitchen.com.au