Under The Oak Catering

What Under The Oak Catering does

Under The Oak Catering is a privately held, chef-owned catering company headquartered at 135 S. 3rd Street in Smithfield, North Carolina, operating since 2017 within a roughly 75-mile service radius that covers Raleigh, Durham, Cary, Apex, Chapel Hill, Wake Forest, Clayton, Garner, Goldsboro, Fayetteville, and surrounding Triangle and Johnston County communities. The company delivers farm-to-table, scratch-made catering built on locally sourced North Carolina ingredients, led by Chef Blake Gotliffe, whose family-inherited Indian cuisine recipes (originating from his grandmother Bette's time in Jaipur from 1959 through the early 1970s) anchor an Indian & Cultural Menus product line alongside contemporary American event fare.

The product portfolio centers on Full-Service Catering (menu planning, culinary staff, servers, bartenders, setup, service, and cleanup) with food-and-beverage minimums typically starting at $2,000 before tax, labor, and service charges; Drop-Off & Office Catering starting at a $750 minimum for meetings and casual office meals; and standalone Bar Services covering beer, wine, full-liquor, signature cocktails, and mocktails. Customer segments are split between weddings (the primary segment), corporate and office catering, private events and celebrations, and cultural/Indian cuisine events. Go-to-market is event-driven, combining a Squarespace-hosted website with downloadable menu PDFs, organic Facebook and Instagram presence, and a network of venue partnerships—anchored by an exclusive caterer-of-choice relationship at Landon Estate in Clayton, NC, and trusted-partner status at nine additional Triangle venues.

Commercially, revenue is generated per event under quote-based pricing with no disclosed subscription, licensing, or recurring-contract structure. Distribution is direct: inquiries arrive via website contact form, phone ((919) 205-1098), and email ([email protected]), supplemented by referrals from venue partners, wedding tastings, and an annual community fundraiser (the Roots for Reece Chef's Picnic, in its 7th year, benefiting the NC Harm Reduction Coalition). The company is founder-controlled, has six employees, has no disclosed external funding, and operates without patents, certifications, or third-party awards of record.

Name

Under The Oak Catering

Legal name

Under The Oak Catering

Website

https://undertheoakcatering.com

Company type

Private

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

1–10 employees

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Event Catering Services

NAICS

Caterers (722320)

akta.pro industry

PRIMARYHSACAGAD

Wedding & Reception Catering

Home & Personal Services/Event & Personal Concierge Services/Catering Coordination & Food Service (Non-restaurant)

SECONDARYHSACAGAA

Full-Service Catering (Off-Premise)

Home & Personal Services/Event & Personal Concierge Services/Catering Coordination & Food Service (Non-restaurant)

SECONDARYHSACAGAH

Specialty & Dietary Catering (Vegan, Kosher, Halal, Allergy-Friendly)

Home & Personal Services/Event & Personal Concierge Services/Catering Coordination & Food Service (Non-restaurant)

Keywords

• Wedding catering services
• Corporate event catering
• Farm-to-table catering
• Drop-off office catering
• Bar service catering

Headquarters

HQ city

Smithfield

HQ country

United States

HQ region

North America

Offices1 record

Markets served

GTM type

B2C

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Personnel, Supply Chain, Operations, Marketing or Sales

Revenue model

1. Full-Service Catering: Complete catering experience for weddings, galas, corporate events, and large celebrations including menu planning, culinary staff, servers, bartenders, setup, service, and cleanup. Revenue generated per event with food and beverage minimums typically starting at $2,000 before tax, labor, and service fees.
2. Drop-Off & Office Catering: Fresh, thoughtfully prepared catering delivered for meetings, office lunches, team celebrations, and casual gatherings. Drop-off catering typically begins at $750 minimum.
3. Bar Services: Beverage service including beer and wine, full-liquor packages, specialty cocktails, signature mocktails, professional bartenders, and complete bar setups. Available as standalone service or bundled with catering.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels4 records

Marketing channels4 records

Core offering

Chef-owned, scratch-made farm-to-table catering for weddings, corporate events, and private celebrations across the Raleigh-Durham Triangle and Johnston County in North Carolina. The core offering is a full-service catering experience including menu planning, culinary staff, servers, bartenders, setup, service and cleanup, plus standalone drop-off delivery, bar services, and Indian/cultural menus. Food and beverage minimums start at $750 for drop-off and $2,000 for full-service events.

Product overview

Under The Oak Catering is a chef-owned, farm-to-table catering company offering a portfolio of catering services for weddings, corporate events, and private celebrations across Raleigh, Durham, Cary, and Johnston County. The core offering includes Full-Service Catering (complete event experiences with staffing and setup), Wedding Catering, Corporate & Office Catering, and Private Events. Add-on services include Indian & Cultural Menus and Bar Services. Drop-Off & Office Catering provides a more casual delivery option for meetings and team events. The company also hosts the annual Roots for Reece Chef's Picnic fundraiser.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• Full-Service Catering Complete catering experience including menu planning, culinary staff, servers, bartenders, setup, service, and cleanup. Ideal for weddings, galas, holiday parties, formal corporate events, and large celebrations, with full-service events typically beginning at a $2,000 food and beverage minimum before tax, labor, and service charges.
• Wedding Catering Plated dinners, buffets, family-style service, chef-attended stations, passed hors d'oeuvres, house-made charcuterie, bar packages, and custom cultural menus for weddings throughout Raleigh and the surrounding region. Supports couples from tasting through final plate with venue-specific knowledge at partner venues.
• Corporate & Office Catering Catering for company meetings, trainings, conferences, client events, employee appreciation meals, grand openings, holiday parties, and recurring weekday lunches. Available as drop-off or full-service to Triangle-area businesses and offices.
• Private Events & Celebrations Restaurant-quality food and attentive service for birthdays, anniversaries, engagement parties, showers, galas, reunions, fundraisers, and milestone celebrations throughout the Triangle and Johnston County.
• Drop-Off & Office Catering Fresh, thoughtfully prepared catering delivered for meetings, office lunches, team celebrations, and casual gatherings. Drop-off catering typically begins at a $750 minimum and is available based on date, location, and menu selection.
• Indian & Cultural Menus Custom cultural menus including scratch-made Indian cuisine that combines authentic flavors with contemporary presentation. Chefs work with clients to build menus that respect family traditions while fitting the style of weddings, private events, and cultural celebrations.
• Bar Services Beverage service including beer and wine service, full-liquor packages, specialty cocktails, signature mocktails, professional bartenders, and complete bar setups. Available as a standalone service or bundled with catering packages.

Named customers1 record

Segments4 records

Ideal customer profiles3 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

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Partnerships

Ten partnerships are on record, tiered core and minor.

• Landon EstatecoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerUnder The Oak Catering is the exclusive caterer of choice for Landon Estate wedding venue in Clayton, NC. Offers customized catering proposals for weddings and events, including venue-exclusive Open Fire menu options. Company's familiarity with the property, event flow, and venue team allows for a more seamless experience from menu planning through final course.
• The MaxwellminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerTrusted venue partner. Under The Oak works alongside The Maxwell's event space to provide catering services for weddings and celebrations held at the venue.
• Merrimon WynnminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerTrusted venue partner. Under The Oak provides catering services for events held at Merrimon Wynn.
• BradfordminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerTrusted venue partner for weddings and events at Bradford venue.
• Historic Wakefield BarnminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerTrusted venue partner providing catering for events at Historic Wakefield Barn.
• Carolina GroveminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerVenue partner for weddings and events at Carolina Grove.
• Carolina Manor HouseminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerVenue partner for events at Carolina Manor House.
• Heights House HotelminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerVenue partner for events at Heights House Hotel.
• The Cornealius PropertiesminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerVenue partner for events at The Cornealius Properties.
• The Oaks at SalemminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerVenue partner for events at The Oaks at Salem.

Scale indicators1 record

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights5 records

Direct peers

• Rocky Top Catering: NC-based full-service event and wedding caterer operating in the Triangle/Raleigh market with comparable farm-to-table positioning and corporate/wedding segments. Directly comparable on service mix, geography, and customer base.
• Fig Catering: NC-based wedding and corporate caterer offering custom menus, full-service event staffing, and bar packages. Directly comparable on service mix, customer segments, and Triangle-area event venue relationships.
• Inspired Occasions Catering: Triangle-area wedding and event caterer offering full-service catering, bar packages, and event staffing. Comparable primary customer base (weddings and corporate) and similar premium-positioning GTM.
• Donovan Catering: Raleigh-based full-service caterer specializing in weddings, corporate events, and social celebrations. Closely comparable on service model (food, staffing, bar, setup) and Triangle-area wedding venue partnerships.
• Heirloom Catering & Events: NC-based farm-to-table caterer focused on weddings, corporate, and social events with scratch-made menus. Highly comparable on culinary philosophy, sourcing emphasis, and Triangle-area service footprint.
• Catering by Design: Raleigh-based custom catering company serving weddings, corporate events, and private parties with full-service offerings including staffing and bar. Directly comparable operating model and target market.

Regional players

• Sullivan House Catering: Wedding and event caterer operating primarily in another NC region with comparable full-service offerings (food, bar, staffing). Comparable business model but different primary service geography.

Broad incumbents

• Angus Barn: Iconic Raleigh steakhouse and event venue that offers large-scale private dining and catering services. Overlaps with Under The Oak in Triangle wedding/corporate catering but operates as a broader restaurant/venue brand with much greater scale.
• Catering Works: Established Raleigh-based full-service caterer with broad corporate and event offerings including weddings, galas, and large-scale functions. Larger, more diversified incumbent operating in the same Triangle market with overlapping service capabilities.

Emerging players

• Mediterranean Deli Catering: Chapel Hill-based caterer offering event catering and drop-off services in the Triangle. Comparable on corporate drop-off and event catering but with a distinct Mediterranean cuisine focus rather than farm-to-table American/Indian.

Market position

Strengths4 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat3 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

• Xinstagram.com/undertheoakcatering
• Facebookfacebook.com/undertheoakcatering
• LinkedInlinkedin.com/company/under-the-oak-catering

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Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles2 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A

Investments

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