What you'll find below:

• Practical ideas for meetings, workshops, team lunches and workplace celebrations

• Recipe inspiration using Bakers Delight products

• Ways to build a workplace spread around different occasions

Whether it’s a client meeting, morning tea, workshop or team celebration, organising office catering doesn’t have to be complicated. A few well-chosen breads, rolls, and share-style recipes can help you put together a spread that suits different tastes.

From boards and crostini to sliders and pizza, there are plenty of ways to cater for workplace gatherings.

Boardroom Catering for Client Meetings

For client presentations, a share-style board gives guests something to enjoy while the conversation continues. The Salmon Cream Cheese Board brings together breadstick slices, salmon, capers, cream cheese, and dill sprigs on one platter.

A Bakers Delight Breadstick can also be sliced and served with spreads, cheeses, and other platter ingredients depending on your preferences.

Office Breakfast Catering for Early Starts

Early meetings and morning team catch-ups call for a fresh breakfast spread that kick-starts the day. Our Bakers Delight Rolls offer a practical base for a filling and easy-to-organise breakfast. The Italian Turkey Club Roll uses a Hi-Protein Low Carb Wholegrain Round Roll filled with slices of prosciutto, turkey breast, provolone cheese, sun-dried tomatoes, and basil pesto. Serve each roll individually so colleagues can pick one up between meetings.

Morning Tea Made for Sharing

Office morning tea catering can be as simple as a platter of small bites. The Whipped Feta with Fig & Hot Honey Crostini uses a French Baguette cut into rounds and toasted until golden, creating individual pieces ready to arrange on a shared platter. Smooth whipped feta, crunchy pistachios, fresh figs, and a drizzle of hot honey create a morning tea that feels a little indulgent and special.

Shared Lunches for Busy Workdays

When the team needs a quick and easy lunch, sharing platters of rolls and sliders is a simple way to keep everyone happy. Filled with a variety of ingredients, Everyday Rolls and Dinner Rolls can be prepared ahead of time and arranged on platters, making them ideal for busy offices, team lunches, or informal meetings.

For a crowd-pleasing option, try our Falafel Sliders. They're a great choice for office lunch catering, with their bite-sized format making them easy to share around the table. Packed with falafel, hummus, and fresh cucumber, they offer plenty of flavour while keeping lunch light and satisfying.

Workshop Catering for Longer Sessions

Workshops and training days often call for food that can be served during a scheduled break. You can get creative with this type of spread by placing savoury muffins, a selection of scones, rolls, sliders, and platters on a central table. 

Setting everything up on a central table allows people to grab something during the break and get back to the session when they're ready. Rather than relying on one set meal for everybody, this smorgasbord style offers a varied menu with both sweet and savoury choices. 

Healthy Office Catering Options 

If you’re after a more varied, healthier option for catering, you could include a range of breads, rolls, dips, and platter ingredients. This gives guests more choice based on their preferences and dietary requirements. The Pumpkin Hummus Pita & Dip Platter Recipe is designed as a share platter and can sit alongside other lunch or morning tea dishes.

Made with mini pizza bases, pumpkin hummus, and a range of vegetables, this platter includes plenty of bites to mix and match. Guests can choose the vegetables and dips on their own or add the toasted pizza triangles.

Spreads for Team Celebrations

Whether you're celebrating a project milestone, welcoming a new starter, or organising your end-of-year work party, shareable food helps create a relaxed atmosphere. These Creamy Spinach Mini Cob Loaves are a great option for team catering, combining a creamy spinach filling with individual cob loaves that are easy to enjoy while chatting and celebrating.

Pair these savoury options with sweet treats such as finger buns, scones, or mini pastries to create a spread that feels special without requiring a full sit-down meal.

Christmas Party Nibbles 

For an end-of-year celebration, build the table around food that can be shared. Sweet and savoury Christmas cob loaves, bread and cheese platters, and festive grazing boards can create a help-yourself table for colleagues to enjoy throughout the event.

When catering for office Christmas party celebrations, you can think about how the food will be served, table decorations, and if you want to work around a theme. Individual portions and shared boards work well when colleagues are moving around and catching up. Providing Christmas-specific food items, like zesty pavlovas and fruit mince tarts, is always a whimsical addition to any December table.

Office Catering Questions, Answered

How far in advance should I organise office catering?
For larger events that require a bulk order of Bakers Delight products, it's worth planning a week ahead so you have time to confirm numbers and dietary requirements. For smaller meetings, morning teas, and team lunches, a simple menu of rolls, platters, and shareable items can often be organised much closer to the event.

How much food should I order for an office event?
The amount will depend on the number of people attending and the type of gathering. A morning tea may only require a few bites per person, while a lunch or workshop will usually call for a more substantial spread. Offering a mix of savoury and sweet options helps ensure there's something for everyone.

What are the easiest catering options for workplace events?
Share platters, grazing boards, sliders, rolls, and scones are popular because they can be prepared in advance and served with minimal fuss. They're also easy for guests to enjoy while networking, collaborating, or moving between activities.

How can I cater for different dietary preferences in the office?
Providing a variety of options allows guests to choose what suits them. Consider including a mix of vegetarian dishes, lighter platter-style options, and different breads or rolls so everyone has something they can enjoy.

What foods work best for standing events and office parties?
Foods that can be eaten without cutlery are often the most practical. Mini cob loaves, sliders, crostini, pizza slices, and grazing-style platters let guests grab and go when they need to.