The Vaad Hoeir supervises all local kosher butchers, bakeries and food establishments, oversees all local kosher catered events, maintains local kosher slaughter and kosher certifies many nationally recognized industrial companies. The Vaad Hoeir also maintains an internationally recognized Rabbinical Court and provides the services of a halachically certified scribe. In addition, the Vaad Hoeir maintains two kosher mikvahs, open every night of the week, essential for the observance of Jewish family life, traditional Jewish weddings and ritual conversions.