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Private event catering near you.

Book private event catering at a clear price up front. Dinner parties & events, by quote. Vetted local pros, fast matching, and protection until the job's done.

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Private event catering — menu, cooking and service for parties and gatherings — handled by a chef so you can enjoy your own event.

What's included

How booking private event catering works

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Pick private event catering & see what's included

Each private event catering service spells out exactly what's included before you book.

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Upfront price — paid into escrow

You see the full price before you book, then your payment is held safely in escrow until you approve.

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Vetted pro — re-matched fast if anyone cancels

Background-checked, with status updates and chat in the app — and another vetted pro matched fast if anyone cancels.

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You approve before anyone's paid

Photos and a checklist are uploaded on completion. You review, approve, and only then is escrow released.

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Why it's worth it

Get private event catering quotes — free

Tell us about the job — vetted local pros send itemized quotes and you choose. Free, no obligation.

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What to expect on the day

Sign in and Genie matches you with the nearest top-rated, verified pro and shows your price before you book. On the day your pro checks in, completes the work to the agreed scope, and shares completion photos where it makes sense — then you review and approve.

How to prepare

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Private event catering — frequently asked questions

How much does private event catering cost with Genie?

Genie shows a clear, upfront price for private event catering before you book. No haggling and no surprise minimums — you know the price first, then confirm.

How quickly can I get private event catering?

Many private event catering jobs can be booked same-day or next-day. Genie alerts vetted pros near you right away and re-opens your job to other pros fast if anyone cancels.

Are Genie's personal chef & meal prep pros vetted?

Every Genie pro is identity-verified with reviews from real, completed jobs, and an automated criminal background check applies for in-home roles. You see ratings and past work up front.

What if I'm not happy with the private event catering job?

Your payment is held securely and only released when you confirm the private event catering job is done to your satisfaction. Workmanship is warrantied, and support is a tap away if anything's off.

Can I book private event catering for a specific date and time?

Yes. Pick the time that works for you when you book, or choose as-soon-as-possible and Genie matches the next available vetted pro.

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