How Much Does Corporate Catering Cost in Toronto? A Budget Guide

Sep 4

2 min read

Short answer: corporate catering in Toronto is priced per person, and the total depends on the meal type, menu, headcount, service style, delivery location and timing. The fastest way to an accurate number is to send your caterer a headcount, date, address, dietary list and budget per person, then ask for an itemized quote that shows delivery and 13% Ontario HST.

What affects the cost of corporate catering

Meal type: breakfast and snack orders usually cost less per person than full lunches or evening events.
Menu: premium proteins, grazing boards and specialty items raise the per-person cost.
Service style: boxed meals, platters, buffets and staffed events are priced differently. Serving staff adds labour cost.
Headcount: larger orders spread fixed costs such as delivery across more people.
Location: delivery minimums and fees can vary across the GTA.
Timing: last-minute, early-morning and peak holiday-season orders can limit menu options.

How to set a per-person budget

1. Start with your total budget.

2. Subtract a buffer for tax, delivery and any gratuity.

3. Divide by your confirmed headcount.

4. Share that per-person number with your caterer so they can build a menu that fits.

How to avoid surprises on the invoice

Ask whether delivery, set-up and disposables are included.
Confirm tax is shown separately.
Ask about the minimum order for your location.
Confirm your final headcount by the deadline your caterer gives you.

What comes with every We Cater To You order

Delivery and set-up across Toronto and the GTA.
Biodegradable cutlery and packaging at no extra charge.
Individually labelled boxed meals.
A complimentary boxed meal for the person who places the order.

Get a quote

Send your headcount, date, address and budget to orders@wecatertoyou.ca and we will reply with a custom quote, or see current pricing on our online ordering menu. For planning tips, read the corporate catering guide.

Frequently asked questions

How is corporate catering priced in Toronto?

Corporate catering is usually priced per person. The total depends on meal type, menu, headcount, service style, delivery location and timing, plus 13% Ontario HST.

How do I get an accurate catering quote?

Send the caterer your headcount, date, delivery address, dietary list and per-person budget, and ask for an itemized quote that shows delivery and tax.

What comes with a We Cater To You order?

Every order includes delivery and set-up, individually labelled meals, and biodegradable cutlery and packaging at no extra charge. Minimum order amounts vary by location and group size.

Is there a minimum order for corporate catering?

Yes. Minimums vary based on group size and delivery location within the GTA. Contact us to confirm yours.

Ready to order?

Order online in a few minutes, or send your headcount, date and budget to orders@wecatertoyou.ca for a custom quote. Prefer to talk it through? Call (647) 436-3831. We Cater To You is a family-owned corporate caterer at 171 East Liberty Street, Unit 107, in Liberty Village, Toronto, delivering across the GTA since 2002.