Catering & Food Trucks Near You — Verified Local Quotes
TaskerAsker connects Australians with verified local caterers, food trucks, mobile bars and event-food specialists for weddings, corporate functions, birthdays, festivals and community events. Tell us your guest count, date, venue and dietary needs once — and receive up to three competitive quotes from operators who actually service your suburb.
Catering & food-truck categories
Browse the full catering vertical on TaskerAsker. Operators self-declare their ABN and food-business registration during onboarding and respond to a catering-specific brief for every quote:
- BBQ Catering — verified Australian bbq catering providers ready to quote your event.
- Birthday Party Catering — verified Australian birthday party catering providers ready to quote your event.
- Coffee Vans — verified Australian coffee vans providers ready to quote your event.
- Corporate Catering — verified Australian corporate catering providers ready to quote your event.
- Dessert Trucks — verified Australian dessert trucks providers ready to quote your event.
- Food Trucks — verified Australian food trucks providers ready to quote your event.
- Grazing Tables — verified Australian grazing tables providers ready to quote your event.
- Halal Catering — verified Australian halal catering providers ready to quote your event.
- Ice Cream Trucks — verified Australian ice cream trucks providers ready to quote your event.
- Indian Catering — verified Australian indian catering providers ready to quote your event.
- Mobile Bar Hire — verified Australian mobile bar hire providers ready to quote your event.
- Pizza Catering — verified Australian pizza catering providers ready to quote your event.
- Private Chefs — verified Australian private chefs providers ready to quote your event.
- Vegan Catering — verified Australian vegan catering providers ready to quote your event.
- Wedding Catering — verified Australian wedding catering providers ready to quote your event.
How it works for catering & food-truck bookings
- Post your catering brief. Add guest count, event date, venue type, service style (buffet, plated, drop-off, food truck), cuisine and any dietary requirements — vegan, halal, gluten-free, nut-free.
- Receive up to three quotes. Verified caterers and food-truck operators in your area send personalised, itemised quotes with menu options, minimum spend, staffing and any equipment add-ons.
- Compare and book. Read reviews, check Food Safety Supervisor credentials, message providers in-app and confirm with a milestone-protected deposit. No upfront fees from TaskerAsker.
What to include in your catering brief
- Guest count band. 1–10, 11–25, 26–50, 51–100, 101–200, 200+.
- Event date and arrival time. Including bump-in window for trucks and grazing-table styling.
- Cuisine or menu style. Modern Australian, Mediterranean, Indian, Asian fusion, BBQ, pizza, dessert.
- Dietary requirements. Vegan, vegetarian, halal, kosher, gluten-free, dairy-free and any allergens.
- Venue type. Private home, backyard, function venue, office, park or public space.
- Service style. Drop-off, buffet, plated, grazing table, food truck on-site, mobile bar.
- Equipment needs. Tables, chairs, glassware, linens, power, shade or marquees.
Indicative catering price guide (per guest)
- Drop-off platters & sandwiches: $15 – $30
- Grazing tables and boards: $18 – $28
- Food trucks: $18 – $32 (plus minimum guarantee)
- Coffee vans: $5 – $9 per cup, 2-hour minimums apply
- BBQ & spit-roast catering: $30 – $55
- Buffet catering with staffing: $35 – $70
- Plated wedding catering: $90 – $180
- Mobile bar packages: $25 – $45 (4-hour service)
Prices are indicative ranges drawn from quotes returned to Australian customers and vary by city, season, dietary spec and minimum spend. Always compare itemised quotes before you book.
Catering compliance & food-safety basics
Catering and mobile-food businesses operating in Australia must hold an ABN, register or notify their local council as a food business, and — in NSW, VIC, QLD and the ACT — appoint a certified Food Safety Supervisor who has completed an accredited course. Mobile-bar operators serving alcohol must hold the relevant Responsible Service of Alcohol (RSA) credential and may need a temporary liquor licence depending on the venue and event type. TaskerAsker captures these credentials during onboarding so you can filter for the right operator.
Related on TaskerAsker
- Browse all service categories — every TaskerAsker vertical, from trades to events.
- Post a catering brief — free, takes 60 seconds, no obligation.
- Safety Centre — milestone-protected payments and safe-hiring tips for every event.
- How we verify providers — ABN, identity and credential checks explained.
Frequently asked questions
How much does catering cost in Australia?
Most caterers price per head: drop-off platters $15–$30, buffet $35–$70, plated weddings $90–$180, food trucks $18–$32 and grazing tables $18–$28 per person. Final pricing depends on menu, staffing, equipment, travel and minimums.
How far in advance should I book?
Weddings 6–12 months out, corporate functions 3–6 weeks, private parties 2–4 weeks. Popular food trucks and coffee vans are often booked 4–8 weeks ahead in summer and the end-of-year period.
Are TaskerAsker caterers food-safety certified?
Catering providers self-declare their ABN, food-business registration and any Food Safety Supervisor credentials during onboarding. Always ask a shortlisted operator to share their current paperwork before you book.
Can I get halal, vegan or allergy-aware catering?
Yes — TaskerAsker has dedicated halal, vegan, gluten-free and allergy-aware caterers. Add dietary requirements to the brief and only providers who can deliver that menu will quote.
Do food trucks need power and parking on site?
Most food trucks are self-contained, but coffee and dessert trucks may need 10–15 amp power. All trucks need a flat ~3m × 8m park with vehicle access. Catering quote requests capture venue details so operators can confirm requirements before the day.