An office lunch is easier to enjoy when everyone knows there is food for them.
The most useful thing an organiser can do is collect dietary requirements early, then put them into a clear breakdown on the order.
Begin by asking people what they need rather than guessing from a broad label.
Vegetarian, vegan, halal and gluten free requests can overlap, and an allergy needs more detail than a preference.
If someone has an allergy, tell us exactly what they must avoid so we can discuss the ingredients and handling before confirming their meal.
Then count portions for each requirement.
“A few vegetarian options” leaves room for confusion; “six vegetarian, two vegan and three halal lunches” gives the kitchen a workable starting point.
If a particular guest must receive a separate meal, include their name or a clear label in the order notes.
Consider how the food will be served.
A shared buffet can work well when choices are clearly identified.
Individual boxes may be more practical when a meal needs to be allocated to a specific person.
Let your attendees know what has been ordered so the right food reaches the right people.
At Trenchers Catering, we prepare meat, vegetarian, vegan, halal and gluten free options and can discuss other dietary requirements.
The earlier you send the details, the easier it is to put together a menu that works for your whole group.
See our [Birmingham office catering menu], and include the complete dietary breakdown when ordering.