Kent · England
Corporate Paella Catering for Sittingbourne events
Paella catering for office lunches, staff parties, team days and client events in Sittingbourne: paella made from scratch in big, shallow pans, in full view of your guests, with tapas, desserts and drinks if you want them.
- Training days and conferences
- Company summer parties
- Team lunches
Corporate paella catering near Sittingbourne
How our corporate paella catering works in Sittingbourne
We cater summer parties, office lunches, team days, open days and client events. Whether it is summer staff parties and launches and open days, we can cook bowl food, paella lunches and vegan and vegetarian paella and more.
A summer party at the office in Sittingbourne is easy with live paella, as long as the site allows cooking. The paella is served straight from the pan, so every plate is hot, and service is quick once it is ready.
Space, weather and the venue
No two venues are the same, so we ask about the space before we confirm. In general, we need:
- Clearance from fences, hedges, branches and anything flammable
- Agreement from the venue or landowner to cook on site
- Access for unloading near the cooking spot
If you are unsure, send a picture of the space and we will say what we think before booking.
What we offer
- Drinks service
- Canapé tapas
- Bowl food
- Vegan & vegetarian pans
- Paella lunches
- Desserts
Places near Sittingbourne
What else we do in Sittingbourne
Can I cook paella for a crowd myself?
Not sure whether to cook yourself or book a caterer? Think about numbers, diets and how much you want to enjoy the day. We’re happy to give you a quote to compare.
Plenty of people try cooking paella for their own party. The usual problems are a pan too big for the burner, too much rice and stirring once the rice is in. If you’d rather be with your guests, we’ll do the cooking.
Your questions about corporate paella catering in Sittingbourne
Is Sittingbourne close to London?
Roughly 37 miles from the centre of London.
Which station should guests use for Sittingbourne?
Sittingbourne station, in Sittingbourne itself.
How much does corporate paella catering cost in Sittingbourne?
It depends on guest numbers, the menu, the courses, staff and travel. Send us the details for a quote.
Can we pay by invoice?
Ask us when you enquire and we’ll explain how booking and payment work.
Do you provide drinks?
We can make sangria, and provide bar staff to serve drinks you supply.
How many different paellas?
Two or three is usual: a meat or mixed paella, a seafood paella and a vegetable or vegan one. We will help you decide the split.
Who clears up?
We clear our cooking area away when service is finished. Waiting staff can clear tables if you book them.
When do you arrive?
It depends on the menu and numbers. We agree the timings in advance so the paella is ready when you want it.
Work events in Sittingbourne: access and travel
Sittingbourne is about 37 miles east of London, in Kent. For corporate paella catering in Sittingbourne, we can cook in gardens, marquees, barns, courtyards and offices. Sittingbourne is one of 922 places in Kent where we cook. Our nearest city page is Canterbury, about 16 miles away.
For staff and clients coming by train, Sittingbourne has its own station, Sittingbourne station. Sittingbourne is about 37 miles from central London, which makes it handy for team days out of the city. The Kent Downs National Landscape is within about 7 miles, which suits team away days in the countryside.
This part of Kent takes in ME10 and ME9, and we can cater your work event anywhere in it. Local streets include High Street, Roman Square and Moonstone Square; a work event at home on any of them works well with live paella. Sittingbourne sits on or near the A2 and A249, which makes travel to your work event easy. If your venue is just outside Sittingbourne, we also cover Murston (1 mile east), Milton Regis (1 mile north-east), Kemsley (1 mile north), Howt Green (1 mile north-west) and Heart's Delight (1 mile south-west). Larger places within reach include Maidstone (10 miles south-west), Ashford (15 miles south), Whitstable (13 miles east), Faversham (7 miles east), Minster (6 miles north-east) and Kings Hill (15 miles west). As one of the bigger places in Kent, Sittingbourne has lots of places to hold a work event.
Nearby you’ll also find Court Hall Museum (within half a mile north) and Bayford Court (less than half a mile east).
- Nearby schools include Milton Court Primary Academy (0.5 miles north)
- Nearby, you’ll find The Golden Hope pub (within half a mile south-west)
- Other local spots include Sittingbourne and Milton Urban District (0.5 miles north)
Is live paella right for your work event?
If you want catering that becomes part of the event, live paella is a strong choice. Comparing caterers? Look at what each quote includes: staff, crockery, sides, travel and VAT. We itemise ours.
Why book with us
- Served hot, straight from the pan
- Crockery and waiting staff if you need them
- Drinks service on request
- Paella cooked from scratch on site
See Our pricing And Our guide to catering costs.
What affects the price in Sittingbourne
The same guest numbers can mean different prices, because of:
- How many staff you need
- Whether you need crockery
- Chicken, vegetable or premium seafood
- How long we are needed on site
Larger events usually cost less per head, since the set-up is much the same either way. Tell us your numbers for an accurate price.
Getting an accurate quote
Here’s what makes a quick, accurate quote possible:
- Expected numbers
- The courses you’d like
- Vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free, halal and allergy numbers
- The address or venue name
The quickest way to a quote is to fill in our quote form. Tell us about your work event in Sittingbourne, and we will suggest paellas and extras to suit.
Diets, allergies and planning
Few dishes handle mixed diets as well as paella, because every paella has its own pan. A few tips:
- Share diet numbers and allergies in writing
- Collect dietary needs when people sign up
- Get facilities approval early
- Ask what the venue requires from caterers
We arrive at the agreed time and follow your site rules.
Paella in bowls for standing receptions.
Dishes our guests love
Canapé tapas
One-bite tapas served by staff.
Bowl food
Bowls are perfect for mingling.
Why choose corporate paella catering in Sittingbourne?
People remember it.
Whatever the occasion, live paella can be the centrepiece. We regularly cater:
- Open days and launches
- Customer events
- Company summer parties
- End-of-year celebrations
With the A2 and A249 nearby, access for our van and equipment is straightforward.
Questions to ask before booking
- The venue requirements
- How bad weather is handled
- Plates, cutlery and napkins, or disposables
- Travel and parking costs
How the day works
We arrive in good time before you want to eat, unload, set up the burners and prepare the stock. Guests usually gather round to watch as the paella takes shape. For a Christmas party in Sittingbourne, it’s dark by about 3:50pm, so the cooking and serving areas need good lighting. A summer party has daylight until about 9:15pm.
- First, we check date and venue.
- You choose paellas, canapés and extras.
- We provide the paperwork.
- The paella cooks as your team gathers.
- It is served quickly, then we pack down.
Before we arrive
- Ensure the spot is clear of anything flammable
- Plan cover in case of rain
- Give us your final numbers and diets
Get a quote
Not sure what you need yet? No problem: give us the basics about your work event, and we’ll make suggestions. To start, fill in our quote form.
Related guides
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