Event Cafe

Universities & Athletics Catering

A fully-managed event catering solution designed specifically for Universities, athletics programs, staff events, and more. Our flexible services cater to events or teams of any size, budget, or onsite complexity, ensuring every meal is a championship-level success.
Universities and Athletics

Whether it's a Small Team Meeting or a Grand Event, Our Solutions Can Cater to Your Needs

Whether You Have 10,000 Guests Or 15, Event Cafe Can Feed Events Of All Sizes And Budgets

Whether You Have 1,500 Cast and Crew Or 15, We Can Feed Productions Of All Sizes And Budgets

How Event Cafe Works for Universities & Athletics

A revolutionary approach to cater to the unique needs of universities and athletics departments, providing top-notch fuel for champions.

We create customized catering for your university and athletic programs

Our dedicated event managers work closely with you to plan all meal logistics, including the specific dietary requirements of athletes and the preferences of your staff, trainers, and nutritionists.
Zerocater event planner helping an employee plan an event
Event Planning Checklist

Our AI builds multiple tailored menus for your university and athletic events

Our AI creates diverse menu options that are aligned with the nutritional needs of athletes and the taste preferences of your staff. With over 450 kitchens and 30K unique menu items, we can accommodate dietary restrictions, provide vegetarian and vegan options, and offer nutrient-dense meals.
Multiple Custom Menu Event

Your event manager helps you curate the perfect menu

Your dedicated event manager presents a range of family-style buffet and boxed meal menus that our AI creates. We collaborate with you to build a menu that perfectly aligns with your needs.
Event Managers setting up a catering menu

Our operations team expertly manages your on-campus or off-site catering

Our catering operations team takes charge of all aspects of the event meal service, ensuring timely delivery, meticulous setup, and exceptional service. From energizing pre-game meals to post-event celebrations, we create a seamless and unforgettable dining experience for your university.
Zerocater operation team serving food at an event
Universities Athletics onsite event

Eaters provide valuable feedback, and you remain in control

Your eaters provide feedback, helping us refine our meals, and our AI learns from the data, enabling us to continuously enhance the catering experience for your events. Our insights dashboard provides you with comprehensive data on meals performance and spend.
FoodIQ 95
Zerocater app collecting feedback at a catered event
Event Per Person Consumption
Event spend by type

How Event Cafe Works

A revolutionary new way to give guests an unforgettable event experience across both family-style buffet and boxed meal offerings.

Partner with us to build a catering plan for your event

Your dedicated event manager works closely with you to plan all event meal logistics. Our AI learns your preferences to ensure we execute on your vision for menus.
Zerocater event planner helping an employee plan an event
Event Planning Checklist

Our AI builds multiple custom menus for your event every time

Our AI builds multiple diverse menus options that are algined to your tastes and preferences. With over 450 kitchens and 30K unique menu items we are able to meet any requirements when it comes dietary preferences, allergens, cuisines, and price points.
Multiple Custom Menu Event

Your event manager helps you pick the perfect menu

Your dedicated event manager presents the multiple family-style buffet and boxed meal menus our AI creates. Your event manager partners with you to build the perfect menu.
Event Managers setting up a catering menu

Our operations team fully manages your onsite event experience

Our onsite catering operations team owns all aspects of the day of event meal service. From setting up equipment and decor, to serving and delighting guests, we’ll create an unforgettable meal experience for everyone who attends.
Zerocater operation team serving food at an event
Our operations team fully manages your onsite event experience

Guests give feedback, hosts get full control

Guests give feedback, our AI gets smarter, and your guests get more of the food they love at your next event. Our insights dashboard give hosts never before seen data into event catering performance and spend.
FoodIQ 95
Zerocater app collecting feedback at a catered event
Event Per Person Consumption
Event spend by type

How Event Cafe Works

A revolutionary new way to give your cast and crew an amazing catering or craft experience.

Partner with us to build a catering plan for your cast or crew

Your dedicated event manager works closely with you to plan all event meal logistics. Our AI learns your preferences to ensure we execute your vision for menus.
Zerocater event planner helping an employee plan an event
Event Planning Checklist

Our AI builds multiple custom menus for your production

Our AI builds multiple diverse menu options that are aligned to your cast and crew's tastes and preferences. With over 450 kitchens and 30K unique menu items, we can meet any requirements when it comes to dietary preferences, allergens, cuisines, and price points.
Multiple Custom Menu Event

Your production manager helps you pick the perfect menu

Your dedicated production manager presents the multiple family-style buffet and boxed meal menus our AI creates. Your production manager partners with you to build the perfect menu.
Event Managers setting up a catering menu

Our team fully manages your on-location or studio catering experience

Our catering operations team owns all aspects of the day-of shoot meal service. From setting up equipment and decor, to serving and delighting your cast and crew, we'll create an unforgettable meal experience for everyone on set.
Zerocater operation team serving food at an event

Cast and crew give feedback, you get full control

Cast and crew give feedback, our AI gets smarter, and your team gets more of the food they love at your next shoot. Our insights dashboard gives you never before seen data into on-set catering performance and spend.
FoodIQ 95
Zerocater app collecting feedback at a catered event
Event Per Person Consumption
Event spend by type

Why Do Universities Choose Event Cafe?

Why Do 91% Of Companies Love Event Cafe?

Why Do 91% Of Clients Love Event Cafe?

Flexible Pricing That Aligns To Any Food Budget and Quality Expectation

San Francisco Bay Area
New York
Austin
Boston
Los Angeles
Chicago
Washington, D.C.
Denver
Seattle
Event Catering Packages
Event Catering Packages
Production Catering And Craft Services Packages
Budget ($)
Club sandwich and potato chips on a plate
Nutritious Favorites
(Based On Portioning)
$8 - $13
Essential ($$)
Chicken, veggies, and noodles in a bowl
Premium Proteins + Sides
(Based On Portioning)
$14 - $18
Elite ($$$)
Salmon and vegetables in a bowl
Highest Quality Proteins + Sides
(Based On Portioning)
$19 - $23
Custom Add-ons
Soup/Salad Bar/ Dessert
(Additional $2 - $3)
Soup Salad Bar and Dessert catering
Onsite Service & Equipment
(Additional $1 - $3)
Onsite Service Equipment manager going through checklist
Boxed Meals & Utensils
(Additional $1)
Boxed Meals & Utensils being served at a meal
Event Catering Packages
Event Catering Packages
Production Catering And Craft Services Packages
Budget ($)
Club sandwich and potato chips on a plate
Nutritious Favorites
(Based On Portioning)
$9 - $14
Essential ($$)
Chicken, veggies, and noodles in a bowl
Premium Proteins + Sides
(Based On Portioning)
$15 - $19
Elite ($$$)
Salmon and vegetables in a bowl
Highest Quality Proteins + Sides
(Based On Portioning)
$20 - $24
Custom Add-ons
Soup/Salad Bar/ Dessert
(Additional $2 - $3)
Soup Salad Bar and Dessert catering
Onsite Service & Equipment
(Additional $1 - $3)
Onsite Service Equipment manager going through checklist
Boxed Meals & Utensils
(Additional $1)
Boxed Meals & Utensils being served at a meal
Event Catering Packages
Event Catering Packages
Production Catering And Craft Services Packages
Budget ($)
Club sandwich and potato chips on a plate
Nutritious Favorites
(Based On Portioning)
$6 - $10
Essential ($$)
Chicken, veggies, and noodles in a bowl
Premium Proteins + Sides
(Based On Portioning)
$11 - $15
Elite ($$$)
Salmon and vegetables in a bowl
Highest Quality Proteins + Sides
(Based On Portioning)
$16 - $20
Custom Add-ons
Soup/Salad Bar/ Dessert
(Additional $2 - $3)
Soup Salad Bar and Dessert catering
Onsite Service & Equipment
(Additional $1 - $3)
Onsite Service Equipment manager going through checklist
Boxed Meals & Utensils
(Additional $1)
Boxed Meals & Utensils being served at a meal
Event Catering Packages
Event Catering Packages
Production Catering And Craft Services Packages
Budget ($)
Club sandwich and potato chips on a plate
Nutritious Favorites
(Based On Portioning)
$8 - $13
Essential ($$)
Chicken, veggies, and noodles in a bowl
Premium Proteins + Sides
(Based On Portioning)
$14 - $18
Elite ($$$)
Salmon and vegetables in a bowl
Highest Quality Proteins + Sides
(Based On Portioning)
$19 - $23
Custom Add-ons
Soup/Salad Bar/ Dessert
(Additional $2 - $3)
Soup Salad Bar and Dessert catering
Onsite Service & Equipment
(Additional $1 - $3)
Onsite Service Equipment manager going through checklist
Boxed Meals & Utensils
(Additional $1)
Boxed Meals & Utensils being served at a meal
Event Catering Packages
Event Catering Packages
Production Catering And Craft Services Packages
Budget ($)
Club sandwich and potato chips on a plate
Nutritious Favorites
(Based On Portioning)
$7 - $12
Essential ($$)
Chicken, veggies, and noodles in a bowl
Premium Proteins + Sides
(Based On Portioning)
$13 - $17
Elite ($$$)
Salmon and vegetables in a bowl
Highest Quality Proteins + Sides
(Based On Portioning)
$18 - $22
Custom Add-ons
Soup/Salad Bar/ Dessert
(Additional $2 - $3)
Soup Salad Bar and Dessert catering
Onsite Service & Equipment
(Additional $1 - $3)
Onsite Service Equipment manager going through checklist
Boxed Meals & Utensils
(Additional $1)
Boxed Meals & Utensils being served at a meal
Event Catering Packages
Event Catering Packages
Production Catering And Craft Services Packages
Budget ($)
Club sandwich and potato chips on a plate
Nutritious Favorites
(Based On Portioning)
$7 - $12
Essential ($$)
Chicken, veggies, and noodles in a bowl
Premium Proteins + Sides
(Based On Portioning)
$13 - $17
Elite ($$$)
Salmon and vegetables in a bowl
Highest Quality Proteins + Sides
(Based On Portioning)
$18 - $22
Custom Add-ons
Soup/Salad Bar/ Dessert
(Additional $2 - $3)
Soup Salad Bar and Dessert catering
Onsite Service & Equipment
(Additional $1 - $3)
Onsite Service Equipment manager going through checklist
Boxed Meals & Utensils
(Additional $1)
Boxed Meals & Utensils being served at a meal
Event Catering Packages
Event Catering Packages
Production Catering And Craft Services Packages
Budget ($)
Club sandwich and potato chips on a plate
Nutritious Favorites
(Based On Portioning)
$8 - $13
Essential ($$)
Chicken, veggies, and noodles in a bowl
Premium Proteins + Sides
(Based On Portioning)
$14 - $18
Elite ($$$)
Salmon and vegetables in a bowl
Highest Quality Proteins + Sides
(Based On Portioning)
$19 - $23
Custom Add-ons
Soup/Salad Bar/ Dessert
(Additional $2 - $3)
Soup Salad Bar and Dessert catering
Onsite Service & Equipment
(Additional $1 - $3)
Onsite Service Equipment manager going through checklist
Boxed Meals & Utensils
(Additional $1)
Boxed Meals & Utensils being served at a meal
Event Catering Packages
Event Catering Packages
Production Catering And Craft Services Packages
Budget ($)
Club sandwich and potato chips on a plate
Nutritious Favorites
(Based On Portioning)
$8 - $13
Essential ($$)
Chicken, veggies, and noodles in a bowl
Premium Proteins + Sides
(Based On Portioning)
$14 - $18
Elite ($$$)
Salmon and vegetables in a bowl
Highest Quality Proteins + Sides
(Based On Portioning)
$19 - $23
Custom Add-ons
Soup/Salad Bar/ Dessert
(Additional $2 - $3)
Soup Salad Bar and Dessert catering
Cafeteria Build Out & Onsite Management Services
(Based On Needs)
Onsite Service Equipment manager going through checklist
Boxed Meals & Utensils
(Additional $1)
Boxed Meals & Utensils being served at a meal
Event Catering Packages
Event Catering Packages
Production Catering And Craft Services Packages
Budget ($)
Club sandwich and potato chips on a plate
Nutritious Favorites
(Based On Portioning)
$8 - $13
Essential ($$)
Chicken, veggies, and noodles in a bowl
Premium Proteins + Sides
(Based On Portioning)
$14 - $18
Elite ($$$)
Salmon and vegetables in a bowl
Highest Quality Proteins + Sides
(Based On Portioning)
$19 - $23
Custom Add-ons
Soup/Salad Bar/ Dessert
(Additional $2 - $3)
Soup Salad Bar and Dessert catering
Cafeteria Build Out & Onsite Management Services
(Additional $2 - $3)
Onsite Service Equipment manager going through checklist
Boxed Meals & Utensils
(Additional $2 - $3)
Boxed Meals & Utensils being served at a meal