Exclusive Catering

What Exclusive Catering does

Exclusive Catering is a privately-held, founder-operated offsite catering business based in Chirn Park on the Gold Coast, Australia, founded in 2016. The company specializes in deploying mobile kitchen capabilities — including chef, cooking equipment, food service staff, napkins, and platters — to customer-specified venues, with documented experience executing in non-standard locations including paddocks and rooftops. Its service area spans Southeast Queensland and Northern NSW, from Byron Bay to the Sunshine Coast and west to Warwick.

The company operates a portfolio of 13 menu packages organized by service style and event type, covering cocktail canapés (Silver and Gold tiers), plated dinners (Party and Trilogy Edition formats), buffet and seafood buffet options, gourmet BBQ, high tea, light lunch drop-off, and specialty dietary menus (gluten-free). Pricing is per-person with tiers ranging from $25.50 (light lunch drop-off) to $125 (Plated Dinner Trilogy) per person plus GST, with surcharges for Sundays, public holidays, sub-minimum guest counts, and additional staff hours.

The business operates a direct-to-consumer model with bookings made via phone call or email to the owner (Ronnie). Customer segments include private event hosts (weddings, birthdays, christenings, wakes), corporate clients (conferences, seminars, training days, boardroom lunches), and formal celebration hosts. Distribution is entirely direct, with no resellers or intermediaries. The company employs 11-50 staff and shows no evidence of institutional investment, paid advertising, social media presence, or digital booking infrastructure.

Name

Exclusive Catering

Legal name

Exclusive Catering

Website

https://exclusivecatering.com.au

Company type

Private

Founded year

2016

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

11–50 employees

Short description

Exclusive Catering is a Gold Coast-based offsite catering service offering 13 menu packages spanning weddings, corporate events, private celebrations, and specialty dietary needs. Serving Southeast Queensland and Northern NSW from Byron Bay to the Sunshine Coast.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Event Catering Services

NAICS

Caterers (722320), Caterers (72232), Food Service Contractors (722310)

SIC

Services-Amusement & Recreation Services (7900)

akta.pro primary industry

Off-Premise / Mobile Event Catering (THAHAKAD)

akta.pro secondary industries

Full-Service Catering (Off-Premise) (HSACAGAA), Event Catering (Weddings, Social, Private Parties) (THAFAIAB), Catering Coordination & Bar Service Management (Non-restaurant) (HSACAAAH)

Keywords

• Offsite catering services
• Event catering
• Wedding catering
• Corporate catering
• Mobile catering

Headquarters

HQ city

Southport

HQ country

Australia

HQ region

Oceania

Offices1 record

Markets served

GTM type

B2B and B2C

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Personnel, Supply Chain, Operations, Marketing or Sales

Revenue model

1. Event Catering Services: One-time per-event catering services where customers pay per person based on menu selection. Pricing tiers range from $25.50 (light lunch) to $125 (plated dinner trilogy) per person plus GST. Additional charges apply for extra staff hours, Sundays, and public holidays.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels1 record

Marketing channels2 records

Core offering

Exclusive Catering is a Gold Coast-based offsite catering service that brings a complete catering setup — including chef, cooking equipment, food service staff, napkins, and platters — directly to customer-specified venues for events such as weddings, birthday parties, plated dinners, buffets, cocktail parties, corporate events, wakes, and boardroom lunches. The company offers 13 menu packages spanning price points from $25.50 to $125 per person plus GST, with all-inclusive pricing covering service staff and equipment. The service operates across a regional corridor from Byron Bay to the Sunshine Coast and west to Warwick, including unconventional venues such as paddocks and rooftops.

Product overview

Exclusive Catering is a Gold Coast-based offsite catering service offering a portfolio of menu packages organized by service style and event type. The core offerings include Silver and Gold Canapés Menus (cocktail party formats), Platinum Dishes (substantial add-on items), Plated Dinner options (both Party and Trilogy Edition formats), Buffet and Seafood Buffet menus, Corporate Events packages, Gourmet BBQ, and specialty menus for dietary needs (Gluten Free) and specific occasions (High Tea, Light Lunch, Christening/Luncheon/Wake). All menu prices include chef, cooking equipment, food service staff, napkins, and platters. Service area spans from Byron Bay to Sunshine Coast and west to Warwick.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• Silver Canapés Menu Entry-level cocktail party menu offering 8-12 selections of bite-sized savory and sweet items over 1.5-2.5 hours, designed to maintain event flow without formal seating arrangements. Pricing from $33.50+ GST per person for 16 pieces (8 selections, 1.5 hours). Best suited for casual cocktail functions and informal gatherings.
• Gold Canapés Menu Premium cocktail party menu with more sumptuous selections suited for formal cocktail parties or wedding celebrations, offering 16-24 pieces per person over 1.5-2.5 hours. Pricing from $37.50+ GST per person. Minimum 30 guests or $200 surcharge; 15% Sunday surcharge.
• Platinum Dishes Menu Substantial dish additions to cocktail party menus featuring plated-style items like Beef Burgundy, Lamb Korma, and Thai Red Chicken Curry served in noodle boxes or bamboo bowls. $9.50+ GST per option. Can be added to cocktail party menu for more substantial items.
• Plated Dinner Party Menu Restaurant-style plated dining experience for home events featuring multiple course options with two-course ($85) or three-course ($95) selections including entrées, mains, and desserts. Includes chef on site, food staff, cutlery, and crockery.
• Plated Dinner Trilogy Edition Menu Premium three-course plated dinner at $125 per person + GST featuring a trilogy plate concept with multiple protein options (fillet mignon, garlic prawns, chicken roulade) and 30 minutes of canapés on arrival. Includes chef, wait staff, cutlery, crockery, linen napkins. Minimum 20 guests or $200 surcharge; 12% Sunday surcharge.
• Buffet Menu Family-style buffet service offering choice of 3 mains, 3 sides, and 3 desserts at $48.50+ GST per person, designed to reduce event pressure with self-service format. Minimum 30 guests or $200 surcharge. Optional cold canapés add-on at $12.50 per person. 15% Sunday surcharge.
• Seafood Buffet Menu Premium seafood-focused buffet at $75+ GST per person featuring 30 minutes cold canapés, fresh Queensland seafood selection, carved meat choice, salads, and dessert. Includes chef and 3 hours wait staff. Additional staff at $32.50/hour. 12% Sunday surcharge.
• Corporate Events Menu Customizable catering packages for conferences, seminars, training days, and boardroom lunches, ranging from simple drop-off platters to full-day catering, including individual lunch boxes. Designed for corporate clients with professional presentation and tailored packages.
• Gourmet BBQ Menu BBQ catering package at $42.50+ GST per person featuring grilled items (steaks, sausages, chicken, prawn kebabs), buffet salads, bread, and desserts. Includes 3 hours wait staff, chef on site, crockery, cutlery. BBQ hire not included. 12% Sunday surcharge.
• Gluten Free Menu Specialized menu for dietary restrictions featuring 10-12 selections of gluten-free items including seafood, meats, and vegetarian options at $32.50-$35.50+ GST per person. Includes chef on site and 3 hours wait staff. 12% Sunday surcharge.
• Light Lunch Menu Drop-off catering package with gourmet sandwiches and sweet platters suitable for wakes, corporate lunches, or daytime events at $25.50 per person + GST with minimum 20 guests. Drop off menu on disposable platters. Side plates and glassware additional $2 per person. Tea & Coffee Buffet $4.50 per person.
• High Tea Menu Elegant afternoon tea service featuring savories, warm treats, and sweets with fine teas and optional champagne at $37.50 per person + GST. Minimum 30 guests. $200 surcharge if less than 30. 12% Sunday surcharge.
• Christening, Luncheon or Wake Menu Ceremony catering package with cold selection and 6 hot canapés at $32.50 per person + GST. Designed for christenings, luncheons, and memorial services. $200 surcharge for bookings under 30 guests. 15% Sunday surcharge.

Named customers5 records

Segments3 records

Ideal customer profiles2 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

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Recent moves5 records

Expansion highlights4 records

Direct peers

• Peter Rowland Catering: Established Australian event caterer offering off-premise catering for weddings, corporate events, and private functions nationally. Directly comparable as a multi-menu event caterer with full-service staffing and equipment.
• Dux of Mawson Catering: South Australian off-premise event caterer providing plated dinners, canapés, and buffets for weddings and corporate events. Comparable menu structure, pricing tiers, and full-service staffing approach.
• Two Birds Eating: Melbourne-based off-premise caterer offering canapés, plated dinners, and share-style menus for weddings and corporate events. Comparable menu architecture and inclusive pricing approach.
• Catering HQ: Australian corporate and event caterer with drop-off and full-service options for meetings, conferences, and private functions. Comparable on corporate menu packages and pricing structure.
• The Local Caterer: Brisbane-based off-premise catering service focused on weddings, corporate events, and private parties with tiered menu packages. Operates in adjacent Queensland geography with a similar mobile kitchen and chef-on-site model.
• Sullivans Catering: Gold Coast/SE Queensland event caterer offering off-premise catering for weddings, corporate functions, and private celebrations. Closest local geographic peer with similar service model and customer base.
• Sprout Catering: Brisbane/SE Queensland caterer serving corporate events, weddings, and private functions with chef-driven menus. Overlaps with Exclusive Catering on corporate and wedding segments within the same broader Queensland market.
• Gather & Feast Catering: Australian event caterer specializing in off-premise weddings and private celebrations with seasonal menus. Comparable operating model targeting similar private-event customer segments.

Broad incumbents

• Palazzo Versace Gold Coast: Luxury hotel on the Gold Coast with in-house banqueting and event catering. Competes for the same high-end wedding and corporate event bookings but as part of a broader hospitality portfolio rather than a pure-play off-premise caterer.

Regional players

• Byron Bay Luxury Catering: Northern NSW-based caterer serving Byron Bay and surrounding wedding/event market. Overlaps on service style and customer type but operates in a distinct geography to the south of Exclusive Catering's core corridor.

Market position

Strengths4 records

Weaknesses4 records

Competitive moat3 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

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Profiles1 record

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A

Investments

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