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Corporate paella catering in East Hampnett, West Sussex
From the first sizzle of the sofrito to the last spoonful of crispy rice, paella catering for office lunches, staff parties, team days and client events turns food into part of your work event in East Hampnett.
- End-of-year celebrations
- Training days and conferences
- Client and customer events
Corporate paella catering near East Hampnett
About our corporate paella catering in East Hampnett
Corporate events need food that feeds a crowd quickly, suits every diet and does not stop people talking. Live paella does all three. For christmas and end-of-year parties and launches and open days, we can cook paella lunches, vegan and vegetarian paella and canapé tapas for your guests.
An away day near East Hampnett is a good fit for live paella: it needs no kitchen, just a level spot and access. We bring everything we need to cook, and pack down our cooking area when service is finished.
- Area
- East Hampnett (PO18)
- Region
- West Sussex
- Special diets
- Vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free, halal
- Also available
- Tapas, churros, sangria, crockery
- Quotes
- Contact us for a quote
- Last updated
- 23 October 2026
For planners, venues and organisers
If your event is in a public space, such as a park, check what permission you need first. We can send whatever the landowner or council needs from us.
If you are planning an event on someone’s behalf, such as a wedding planner, an office manager or a festival organiser, we’re happy to deal with you and the venue directly. It keeps things simple.
Common questions in East Hampnett
Can you cook at venues in the South Downs National Park?
Yes, though some venues in protected landscapes have extra rules; ask your venue. We’ll work to whatever the site needs.
What about events near the coast?
Yes, as long as we can shelter from the wind. Sea breezes cool the pan, so a windbreak, building or gazebo helps.
Can you bring crockery?
Yes, on request. Crockery, cutlery and napkins, or good-quality disposables are available.
Do you cook inside?
Mostly outside or under an open cover, since the burners are gas. Some venues have suitable spaces; we will check with you and the venue.
Do you take everything away?
We clear our cooking area away when service is finished. Clearing guests’ plates and tables can be added with waiting staff.
Can the team help cook?
Mention it in your enquiry, and we’ll discuss what’s possible at your venue.
Can you serve tapas as well?
Of course. Canapé tapas with the drinks, or table tapas to share, while the rice is cooking.
Do you do Christmas parties?
With the right covered space, yes. A steaming pan on a cold evening goes down well.
Occasions we cook for in East Hampnett
It brings teams together around the pans.
In East Hampnett and nearby, we cater all sorts of events. Some of the most common are:
- Fundraisers
- Christmas parties
- Customer events
- Launches and open days
East Hampnett is about 52 miles from central London, which makes it handy for team days out of the city.
What your quote should include
- When payment is due
- Whether VAT is included
- How long the team stays
- How each diet is kept separate
How the day works
The paella is cooked in giant, shallow pans over gas burners. It needs a level spot with some shelter and good ventilation, which we agree with you beforehand. In East Hampnett, a summer staff party stays light until about 9:20pm; for winter events, dark by about 4:00pm, we need lighting.
- You tell us the date, venue, numbers, timings and dietary needs.
- We send a menu, a price and the paperwork for your venue.
- We arrange access and timings with your facilities team or venue.
- The paella cooks in front of your team and is served at the agreed time.
- Afterwards, our area is cleared and left clean.
Before we arrive
- Leave space around the cooking area
- Give us a contact for the day
- Confirm numbers and diets before the day
Get a quote
Send us the date, your venue or PO18 postcode and guest numbers, along with any dietary needs, and we will reply with a menu suggestion and a quote. To get started, fill in our quote form.
Planning help
Should I cook it myself?
Cooking paella for a crowd yourself is possible, but it’s harder than it looks. A big pan needs a burner that heats it evenly, and getting the rice right for dozens of people takes experience. Our guide to cooking paella for a crowd explains how.
Not sure whether to cook yourself or book a caterer? Think about numbers, diets and how much you want to enjoy the day. Ask us for a quote and compare.
What’s in the pans
Paella lunches
A choice of paellas, quick to serve to a big team.
Bowl food
Paella in bowls for standing receptions and networking events.
Paella compared with other options
Sandwiches are easy but forgettable. Live paella gives staff something to talk about. Extras such as tapas, desserts, sangria, staff and crockery are priced separately, so you can choose exactly what you need.
Why us?
- A quote that spells everything out
- Add tapas, canapés and Spanish desserts
- Every diet catered for, pan by pan
- Cooking your guests will gather round to watch
See How we price And The cost guide.
Also near East Hampnett
More for events in East Hampnett
Planning a team event in East Hampnett
East Hampnett is about 4 miles east of Chichester, in West Sussex. Wherever your work event is in the PO18 area, we will come to your venue or garden. We cover all 371 towns and villages in West Sussex. Our events stretch from East Hampnett to Brighton (25 miles away).
For staff and clients coming by train, Barnham station is about 2.8 miles away. Historic houses near East Hampnett include Goodwood House (2.4 miles north-west). For a client event at a historic house or estate, ask early about catering rules and where cooking is allowed. The South Downs National Park is within about 8 miles, which suits team away days in the countryside. The coast is within about 5 miles, so a seafood pan goes down well at summer events.
For corporate paella catering in PO18, we plan around your venue and timings. Streets in the area include Marsh Lane and East Hampnett Lane, and we can cook for a work event on any of them. Other places close to East Hampnett for corporate paella catering include Crockerhill (1 mile north-east), Norton (1 mile east), Aldingbourne (1 mile south-east), Nyton (1 mile south-east) and Westergate (2 miles south-east). Within a short drive, we also cover Worthing (13 miles east), Bognor Regis (4 miles south), Chichester (4 miles west), Selsey (9 miles south-west), Littlehampton (8 miles east) and Emsworth (11 miles west).
Other landmarks nearby include The Chichester City Museum (3.7 miles west) and Tote Copse Castle (1.2 miles south). Open spaces near East Hampnett include Levin Down.
- Schools near East Hampnett include Ormiston Six Villages Academy (1.6 miles south-east)
- Pubs nearby include The Winterton Arms Public House (less than half a mile north-east)
Catering for every guest
Good planning keeps every guest safe and happy. Try these:
- Ask what the venue requires from caterers
- Share diet numbers and allergies in writing
- Confirm live cooking with facilities
- Let us know how long people have to eat
Service is timed to your schedule, whether that’s a lunch break or an evening party.
Bar staff and sangria on request.
What corporate paella catering costs
The same guest numbers can mean different prices, depending on:
- The length of service
- Chicken, vegetable or premium seafood
- Extra courses such as canapés, tapas and dessert
- Travel, parking and access
Travel, parking and access can affect the price, so it helps to tell us about your venue. Everything is confirmed in writing.
Getting an accurate quote
We can quote more accurately with a few details. Here’s what’s useful:
- Where the event is
- Whether you want canapés, tapas or desserts
- Whether the venue has crockery or staff
- Diets and allergies you know about
Still deciding on the menu? That’s fine: tell us about the occasion and the guests, and we will suggest a menu. To start, use our quote form.
- Cooked live in giant pans at your event
- Vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free and halal options
- Paella, tapas, canapés and desserts
- Sangria, bar staff, crockery and waiting staff