Rauschenberger

What Rauschenberger does

Rauschenberger Catering & Restaurants GmbH & Co. KG is a privately held German full-service event caterer and restaurant operator founded in 1982 by Jörg Rauschenberger, a graduate of the École hôtelière de Lausanne. Headquartered in Fellbach near Stuttgart, the company is organized as a GmbH & Co. KG with RCR Verwaltungs GmbH as the personally liable general partner; Natascha Flamm serves as Managing Director. Rauschenberger employs approximately 500 staff (275 full-time including 65 trainees, plus 200+ part-time or marginally employed) and operates three production locations: Stuttgart/Fellbach (headquarters), Munich (within Motorworld München), and Palma de Mallorca (within Motorworld Mallorca).

The company's core offerings split into four revenue streams: (1) corporate event catering for large customer events, sporting events, trade-fair catering, and corporate celebrations across Germany, the EU, and Switzerland, sold via enterprise field sales with quote-based pricing; (2) private event catering led by weddings, with location-search assistance, full equipment, and decoration; (3) fine-dining and themed restaurant operations across eight venues (Cube Restaurant, o.T. Bar Lounge, Motorworld Inn in Böblingen, Munich and Mallorca, plus seasonal Motorworld Alm and Weinlaube concepts); and (4) Mallorca destination services (yacht, finca, and paella catering, private chef experiences). Productized IP includes the "Book the Concept" suite of seven modular themed event concepts and the "Excellence Prinzip" framework (Hospitality, Communication, Culinary, Managing, and Ambience Moments) certified to DIN ISO 9001:2015 and supported by IT-backed process control. Rauschenberger also operates an in-house Academy with eight apprenticeship programs that acts as the company's primary talent pipeline.

Go-to-market is dual-channel: enterprise field sales for corporate clients (with confidential references available upon request), and direct B2C reservations through the restaurant portfolio. Distribution is concentrated in Germany, with expansion into Mallorca supported by a partnership ecosystem (Echtzeit Floristik, Sarah Alhorn, Luxury Event Mallorca, Bodega Maruccia, Château Vino de la Isla Mallorca, Finca Pura Vida). Revenue is not publicly disclosed; the customer mix combines anchor corporate accounts, fragmented private-event demand, and consumer walk-in/restaurant bookings, all anchored by 40+ years of brand history and a multi-layered certification posture (DEKRA, EU Organic, ABCERT, Bio).

Name

Rauschenberger

Legal name

Rauschenberger Catering & Restaurants GmbH & Co. KG

Website

https://rauschenberger-catering.de

Company type

Private

Founded year

1982

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

501–1,000 employees

Short description

Rauschenberger is a privately held German event caterer and restaurant operator, founded 1982, that delivers corporate event catering, private events (especially weddings), and fine-dining restaurants across Stuttgart, Munich, Mallorca, and the wider EU/Swiss market, anchored by eight owned restaurants and an in-house training Academy.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Headquarters

HQ city

Fellbach

HQ country

Germany

HQ region

Europe

Offices4 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2B and B2C

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Personnel, Operations, Supply Chain, Marketing or Sales, Infrastructure, Technology or R&D

Revenue model

1. Corporate Event Catering: Full-service catering for large corporate events, sporting events, and trade fair catering across Germany, EU countries, and Switzerland. Includes logistics, equipment, decoration, and professional event management.
2. Fine Dining Restaurants: Operation of fine dining restaurants including The Supper Club, Cube Restaurant, o.T. Bar Lounge, and Motorworld Inn locations in Böblingen, Munich, and Mallorca. Also operates seasonal Wine Arbour at Stuttgart Wine Festival.
3. Private Event Catering: Wedding and private celebration catering services including location search assistance, full equipment provision, and personalized culinary concepts.
4. Mallorca Destination Services: Comprehensive catering and event services for Mallorca including weddings, corporate events, yacht catering, finca catering, paella catering, and private cooking experiences.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion2 records

Distribution channels4 records

Marketing channels4 records

Core offering

Rauschenberger provides full-service event catering for large corporate events, sporting events, trade fair catering, private celebrations, and weddings across Germany, EU countries, Switzerland, and Mallorca. The company also operates multiple owned fine dining and themed restaurants (Cube, o.T. Bar Lounge, Motorworld Inn series, Motorworld Alm, Supper Club popup, Weinlaube), offers modular themed event concepts under 'Book the Concept,' and provides venue location search services. Operations are supported by an in-house staff pool, own production kitchens, logistics, and a proprietary quality management framework.

Product overview

Rauschenberger is a catering and restaurant company operating as a unified hospitality platform with multiple distinct product lines. The core offerings include corporate and private event catering services (with nationwide coverage in Germany plus Mallorca expansion) and seven owned/operated restaurant brands across Germany and Mallorca. The restaurant portfolio spans fine dining (Cube Restaurant), casual bar concepts (o.T. Bar Lounge), automobile-themed restaurants (Motorworld Inn series in Böblingen, Munich, and Mallorca), and seasonal concepts (Motorworld Alm, Weinlaube). The company also offers thematic event catering concepts under the 'Book the Concept' umbrella, location search services, and Mallorca-specific services including yacht catering, paella catering, and private chef experiences. The Excellence Prinzip quality framework underpins all operations with DIN ISO 9001:2015 certification. Founded in 1982 by Jörg Rauschenberger, the company employs approximately 400-500 people with headquarters in Fellbach near Stuttgart.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• Corporate Events Catering Full-service event catering for large corporate clients across Germany, other EU countries, and Switzerland, covering customer events, sporting events, trade fair catering, gala dinners, incentive events, and corporate celebrations with in-house logistics, equipment, decoration, and professional event management.
• Private Events Catering Catering and full event coordination for weddings, family celebrations, private parties, and milestone events, with comprehensive equipment, decoration, location search assistance, and personalized culinary concepts.
• Mallorca Event Catering Comprehensive destination event catering in Mallorca including weddings, corporate events, birthdays, barbecue catering, finca catering, yacht catering, paella catering, and private chef services delivered by a multilingual German, English, and Spanish team.
• Book the Concept A portfolio of seven themed event catering concepts (Feel the Forest, A Mysterious Urban Venue, Winter Wonderland, Dine Around the World, Garden Eden, Heaven Seven Eleven, Buena Vida) that can be flexibly booked and scaled for private and corporate events at various locations.
• Cube Restaurant Fine dining restaurant in Stuttgart offering panoramic city views from a unique glass-walled space designed by Heinz Witthöft, with a Crossover cuisine concept and open show kitchen.
• o.T. Bar Lounge Bar lounge at Kunstmuseum Stuttgart offering 150 cocktails, 300 spirits, and jazz/swing/lounge music in an art museum setting that transforms into an after-work venue from 4pm onward.
• Motorworld Inn Böblingen Automobile-themed restaurant inside MOTORWORLD Region Stuttgart combining automotive passion with fine cuisine in a vintage workshop design featuring original historic vehicle memorabilia.
• Motorworld Inn München Automobile-themed restaurant at Motorworld München combining automotive atmosphere with quality cuisine in vintage workshop styling with memorabilia, offering Sunday brunch from €49.95 per person.
• Motorworld Inn Mallorca Automobile-themed restaurant at Motorworld Mallorca combining automotive passion with Mediterranean cuisine in historic workshop design featuring original memorabilia, located at Cami Vell de Llucmajor 112, Palma.
• Motorworld Alm Seasonal Alpine-style restaurant at the Motorworld München Christmas market offering a cosy mountain hut atmosphere for festive occasions, group bookings (80–170 persons), and individual reservations, with Advent Brunch at €49.95 per person.
• Rauschenberger's Weinlaube Seasonal wine tavern at the Stuttgarter Weindorf (August–September) featuring 39 wines from 10 regional wineries, creative Swabian cuisine, and group packages including the Wine Time Package at €19.90 per person.
• The Supper Club Premium popup restaurant concept with themed dining experiences such as Feel the Forest, operated periodically and also bookable for private events at various locations.

Named customers1 record

Segments3 records

Ideal customer profiles3 records

Technology focussed No

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Has API

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API docs

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AI maturity

App detail

Integration2 records

Feature2 records

Partnerships

Six partnerships are on record, tiered core and minor.

• ECHTZEIT FLORISTIKcoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerFloral and decoration partner for Mallorca events, creating exclusive floral concepts and event decoration for weddings, corporate events, and private celebrations. Katharina Lütkepicht leads the partnership with a focus on style, atmosphere, and detail. Services available in Mallorca, across Germany, and throughout Europe.
• Sarah AlhorncoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerWedding and event planner for Mallorca, offering personalized planning with attention to detail and understanding of couple wishes. Provides full-service planning, partial planning, and wedding day coordination services. Creates cohesive overall concepts from location finding to service provider selection.
• Luxury Event MallorcacoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerFull-service event and wedding planning agency at the highest level, creating bespoke concepts for truly special experiences. Team supports clients from initial idea through final execution with creativity, discretion, and strong quality commitment. Handles elegant weddings, exclusive corporate events, and private celebrations.
• Bodega MarucciaminorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorExclusive event venue partner near Palma de Mallorca, 15 minutes from airport, surrounded by vineyards. Offers elegant indoor space for up to 26, beach club area for up to 35, and pool area for up to 80 guests. House wines not available on market emphasize exclusivity.
• Château Vino de la Isla MallorcaminorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorEvent venue and winery combining modern architecture with traditional Mallorcan winemaking. Features glass-fronted bodega and indigenous grape varieties. Easily accessible with direct highway connection and 400 parking spaces, ideal for larger groups.
• Finca Pura VidaminorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorExclusive event location and retreat oasis in Sant Joan, Mallorca, combining authentic country-house charm with modern comfort. Over 500 m² living space, 5,000+ m² outdoor area, pool, outdoor kitchen, and six air-conditioned bedrooms. Ideal for private celebrations, retreats, workshops, and exclusive corporate events.

Scale indicators5 records

Recent moves10 records

Expansion highlights6 records

Direct peers

• Kofler & Kompanie: One of Germany's largest premium event caterers, headquartered in Cologne. Closely comparable to Rauschenberger in offering large-scale corporate event catering, fine dining, and own-restaurant operations across multiple German cities.
• Caterei (Lehmann Catering): Major German event caterer serving corporate clients, private events, and operating restaurant locations. Directly comparable business model to Rauschenberger with similar customer segments and event-management positioning.
• Mövenpick Restaurants: Swiss-origin premium restaurant and event catering group operating across Europe. Comparable to Rauschenberger in combining fine-dining restaurants with corporate and private event services, including destination locations.
• SV Group: Swiss-German contract caterer and restaurant operator active in the DACH region. Comparable to Rauschenberger in combining staff restaurants, event catering, and fine dining under a premium positioning across German-speaking markets.
• Marché International: European restaurant and catering group with event services across multiple countries. Comparable to Rauschenberger's combination of themed food concepts, event catering, and own-restaurant operations across European geographies.

Broad incumbents

• DO & CO: Austrian-listed premium catering, restaurant, and event hospitality group with international operations. Larger-scale public peer offering airline catering, event catering (including sports), and restaurants — directly comparable business lines to Rauschenberger's corporate events and restaurants.
• Compass Group: Global contract catering and support services giant. Operates food service for corporate, institutional, and event clients at much greater scale than Rauschenberger; provides a broad-incumbent comparable for the German contract catering market.
• Sodexo: French multinational providing food services and facilities management globally, including corporate event catering in Germany. Comparable as a broad incumbent operating in the same enterprise food-service category.
• Aramark: US-headquartered global contract food services and hospitality provider with German operations. Relevant broad incumbent peer for corporate event catering and managed food services scale economics.

Emerging players

• Kochhaus: German premium food and cooking-concept brand. Smaller-scale emerging player in the German premium food / culinary experience space, partially overlapping with Rauschenberger's fine-dining and culinary-event positioning.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat5 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

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Compliance1 record

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Number of profiles

Profiles4 records

Subsidiaries8 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A

Investments

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