One Caterer, Many Workdays: From Boardroom Lunches to Company Barbecues

Corporate events come in all shapes: a board meeting with clients, a training day with 60 staff, a Friday team lunch, an EOFY celebration, or a casual barbecue in the car park. The mistake is assuming one catering style fits them all.

We cater corporate occasions across Melbourne, and our approach is simple: match the menu and service style to the mood, the run sheet, and the space. The food should feel right for the occasion, whether you need something polished and quiet, or lively and outdoors.

Boardroom: neat, paced, and distraction-free

Boardroom catering works best when it’s:

• Easy to serve and eat without fuss
• Timed around agenda breaks
• Presented cleanly and professionally

Boardroom-friendly catering formats

Light working lunches

Ideal for meetings where people need to stay sharp, with food that’s satisfying but not heavy.

Plated or structured service for client-facing meetings

When the meeting is high-stakes, presentation matters—and so does service flow.

You can browse categories and build an order through our online portal.

Office-wide meetings and training days: volume with rhythm

Training days often need multiple moments:

• Morning tea
• Lunch
• Afternoon tea

The key is keeping food varied, portioning predictable, and set-up quick. If you need multiple deliveries, plan them carefully—our portal notes that if your order is above $80 but under $200, a $25 fee applies per delivery time for Mon–Fri CBD deliveries.

Cocktail-style corporate events: canapés that keep people moving

For networking events, the goal is food that supports conversation, not food that stops it. That’s why cocktail style events , with canapés and finger food, which allow guests to eat gradually while they mingle work so well.

Canapé packages for corporate functions

Our Canapé Packages include both finger food and canapé options, with recommended durations and minimum numbers. We’ll also advise on mandatory onsite staff during booking.

Pairing this with a beverage package can create a complete, hosted experience.

Company barbecues: relaxed, outdoor-friendly, properly organised

A corporate barbecue should feel casual for guests—but it still needs structure behind the scenes: food safety, service pace, and the right gear.

BBQs supported by the right hire equipment

We offer hire items that suit outdoor corporate events, including:

• Hire – Barbeque (commercial grade – gas) (includes gas bottle): $150 per bbq
• Chafing dishes for hot holding
• Ice tubs and ice
• Glassware and serving pieces
• Trestle tables and tablecloths

Browse our range of  Hire Equipment & Disposables, 

Beverages: from simple refreshments to a staffed bar

Beverage packages that cover the full set-up

Our beverage packages come with a full bar set up including table, table cloths, ice tubs, ice and all glassware. All packages require service staff, and an event coordinator will discuss the details with you.

Explore our beverage options to suit your event. options here:

Make it a “one plan” event: food + drinks + hire

The easiest corporate events are those where catering isn’t split across multiple suppliers. When food, beverages, and hire equipment are coordinated together, you reduce:

• Delivery confusion
• Missing items on the day
• Time lost chasing different contacts

We aim to be that one point of contact—so you can focus on the event itself.

If you’re planning a larger corporate function beyond the office, you can also explore our broader functions offering.

FAQs

How do I choose the right catering style for my corporate event?

Start with the format: seated vs mingling, length of event, and whether there’s a formal agenda. Then match the menu to what people can realistically eat in that setting.

Can you help with equipment for an in-office or outdoor corporate event?

Yes—our hire range covers glassware, plates, tables, tablecloths, ice tubs, barbeques and more.

What’s the minimum spend for weekday CBD deliveries?

For Mon–Fri CBD delivered catering orders via our portal, the minimum is $200. If your order is above $80 but below $200, a $25 fee applies per delivery time.

Corporate Catering That Fits the Occasion

From boardroom meetings to barbecues, corporate catering works best when the format suits the moment: calm and structured when it needs to be, relaxed and social when it should be. We support events with menus across our online portal, plus beverage packages and hire equipment that help the day run smoothly.

To plan your next corporate occasion, call (03) 9419 9290 or email catering@blacktruffle.net.au. You can also start browsing and ordering online.