Kent · England
Corporate Paella Catering in Red Hill
Paella catering for office lunches, staff parties, team days and client events in Red Hill: paella made from scratch in big, shallow pans, right in front of your guests.
- Company summer parties
- Open days and launches
- Christmas parties
Corporate paella catering for Red Hill events
Corporate paella catering in Red Hill, made fresh on the day
At client events, presentation counts: canapé tapas and small bowls of paella served by staff feel polished. On the menu are vegan and vegetarian paella, Spanish desserts and paella lunches, and typical bookings are for away days and office lunches and company summer parties.
Team away days in the countryside around Red Hill suit live paella: it needs no kitchen, just a level spot and access. You’ll know exactly what’s included before booking: menu, staff, crockery and anything else you choose, with no surprises on the day.
DIY paella versus live catering
For a small group, cooking yourself can work well. For larger numbers, mixed diets or a wedding, a caterer takes the pressure off, and keeps vegetarian and allergy-safe pans separate.
Cooking it yourself? Test your pan and burner first, keep the stock hot, and leave the rice alone once it’s in. Keep a clear zone around the burner.
Is live paella right for your work event?
For catering that’s part of the event, live paella stands out. Compared with a plated meal, live paella is frequently good value, because it needs no kitchen and fewer staff. Ask us for a quote.
Why us?
- Catering across Kent, including Red Hill
- Everything cooked fresh at your event
- Real theatre, not just catering
- Waiting staff and crockery on request
Read Our pricing And What paella catering costs.
Red Hill for staff parties and team days
Red Hill is about 4 miles west of Maidstone, in Kent. We cook at work events in gardens, halls and venues around Red Hill and the surrounding area. We cook in 922 places in Kent, from the larger towns to small villages. We cook right across the region, from Red Hill to London (28 miles away).
Teams travelling in by rail can use the station: the nearest station is Wateringbury station, about 0.8 miles south-west. Nearby historic houses include Old Soar Manor (4.8 miles west). For a client event at a historic house or estate, ask early about catering rules and where cooking is allowed.
This part of Kent takes in ME18, and we can cater your work event anywhere in it. If your venue is just outside Red Hill, we also cover Teston (1 mile south-east), Wateringbury (1 mile south-west), Nettlestead (1 mile south-west), Barming Heath (1 mile east) and West Farleigh (1 mile south-east). Further out, we also cater in Maidstone (4 miles east), Sittingbourne (14 miles north-east), Dartford (15 miles north-west), Sevenoaks (11 miles west), Royal Tunbridge Wells (11 miles south-west) and Gravesend (12 miles north).
Other landmarks nearby include Teapot Island (2.7 miles south) and Oakwood Hospital (2.4 miles east).
- Schools near Red Hill include The Malling School (2.1 miles north)
- Pubs nearby include North Pole pub (0.5 miles north)
Red Hill: your questions answered
Is Red Hill close to London?
Roughly 28 miles from the centre of London, and well within our area.
Do you come out to small places like Red Hill?
Not at all. We cater in villages and hamlets as well as towns. Tell us about lanes, gates and parking.
Can you do a team-building activity?
Teams often enjoy watching and asking questions. Talk to us about what you have in mind.
Can you supply plates?
Yes, on request. Crockery, cutlery and napkins, or good-quality disposables are available.
How long do you need on site?
It depends on the menu and numbers. We will agree arrival, cooking and serving times with you so the paella is ready when you want it.
Do you do starters?
Yes, it’s the classic pairing. Tapas go out first, then the paella.
Can you provide dessert?
We can add a dessert. Tell us what you have in mind in your enquiry.
How soon do we need to book?
The sooner the better. Peak dates go quickly, so it pays to ask early.
How it works
It’s a relaxed, well-organised set-up. Arrival and serving times are agreed beforehand, set up our cooking area, and cook and serve without fuss. December events in Red Hill are in the dark from about 3:50pm, so plan lighting where we cook. Summer events have daylight until around 9:20pm.
- We check the date and venue.
- You pick the menu.
- We send any documents your venue needs.
- The paella cooks as your team gathers.
- Fast service, then we clear away.
Getting ready for the day
- Arrange parking near the cooking spot
- Share the running order, including any speeches
- Have a gazebo or cover ready if rain is likely
Getting a price
We need only a few details to quote: the date, where the event is, how many guests and any dietary needs. To send them, fill in our quote form.
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Catering for every guest
Dietary needs are easy to plan for with a little notice. We suggest:
- Think about shade and seating
- Check the building or venue allows live cooking
- Let us know how long people have to eat
- Add a diet question to the sign-up form
If timings change on the day, tell us and we will adapt.
Paella in bowls for standing receptions.
Why choose corporate paella catering in Red Hill?
No kitchen required, so courtyards and outdoor spaces work.
Here are some of the events we cook for in Red Hill and Kent:
- Summer parties for staff
- Charity and fundraising events
- Team lunches
- Team-building events
Red Hill is about 28 miles from central London, so it’s a practical spot for away days and team events.
Before booking anyone
- How bad weather is handled
- Travel and parking costs
- How late numbers can change
- VAT, if it applies
Before you choose a spot
If a space isn’t suitable, we’ll tell you, and suggest an alternative. The main points are:
- A safe distance from anything that could catch
- Sign-off from facilities for live cooking
- Flat, firm ground for the cooking area
If you are unsure, send a photo of the space and we will say what we think.
Menu ideas
- Bowl food
- Desserts
- Canapé tapas
- Drinks service
- Vegan & vegetarian pans
- Paella lunches
Dishes our guests love
Bowl food
Bowls of paella, easy to eat standing and networking events.
Vegan and vegetarian pans
Cooked separately with their own stock.
Nearby places to Red Hill
What else we do in Red Hill
Planners, venues and businesses
Hosting a party at home? Send a photo of the space and tell us about parking, and we will tell you honestly whether live paella will work.
If you’re organising for someone else, such as a wedding planner, an office manager or a festival organiser, we are happy to deal with you and the venue directly. It saves passing messages back and forth.
- 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