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Drop Off Catering

Chefs for Hire makes hosting easy with professional drop off catering in Cleveland and Northeast Ohio. From schools and offices to hospitals, churches, and private homes, we bring fresh, delicious food directly to you.

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Choose from full service catering, drop off catering, event venue catering, or personal chef services, tailored to the size, style, and needs of your event.

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Browse our wide selection of customizable menu options, from elegant plated dinners and hearty buffets to creative boxed lunches and hors d’oeuvres.

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Professional Drop Off Catering Across Northeast Ohio

Drop off catering with Chefs for Hire is designed for convenience without compromising on quality. Perfect for schools, universities, hospitals, daycares, businesses, retail shops, stadiums, churches, and private homes, our drop off catering service ensures you have everything you need for a successful event. From boxed lunches and snack packs to buffets and hot meals, we deliver chef crafted menus with the professionalism and reliability that set us apart.

For hosts looking to elevate their event, our enhanced drop off catering includes stainless steel chafing dishes, premium service ware, and food warmers to keep meals fresh throughout your event. Glass plates, metal flatware, and linens are also available upon request. Whether it’s a corporate lunch, school event, fundraiser, or family celebration, Chefs for Hire makes drop off catering in Cleveland easy, affordable, and unforgettable.

Why Choose Chefs for Hire for Drop Off Catering

  • We provide drop off catering in Cleveland for schools, businesses, hospitals, churches, and more.

  • Our service includes food delivery and all supplies needed for a seamless event.

  • Enhanced drop off catering is available with stainless steel chafing dishes and premium service ware.

  • We offer flexible menus including boxed lunches, buffets, and hot meal options.

  • Our catering is ideal for one time events, recurring meals, or ongoing programs.

  • Glass plates, flatware, and linens can be added for an elevated experience.

  • We serve events of all sizes, from small meetings to large community gatherings.

  • Our focus is on making drop off catering convenient, professional, and reliable.

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Professional Catering, Delivered to You

Chefs for Hire takes the stress out of event planning with drop off catering services that adapt to your needs. Whether you’re organizing a business lunch, a school program, a church gathering, or a family celebration, our team ensures your meals arrive fresh, on time, and ready to serve. With options ranging from simple boxed meals to upgraded service packages, we provide the flexibility and quality that Cleveland clients count on.

We deliver your food along with service supplies needed for a successful event.

It includes stainless steel chafing dishes, premium service ware, and food warmers for an added $199, with pickup after the event.

Yes, glass plates, flatware, and linens are available for an additional charge.

Absolutely. We serve groups of all sizes, from small offices to large community festivals.

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Bring your event vision to life with custom catering designed just for you. Our team is ready to craft a menu and plan that fits your taste, budget, and style.

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Weekend orders must be placed by Friday at 12 pm. While next-day orders cannot be guaranteed, we do our best to accommodate requests placed by noon.

We require the final guest count one week before the event to ensure accurate planning, staffing, and food preparation.

Deposits vary based on event size: 10% for orders under $1,500, 25% for orders over $1,500, and 30% for orders over $10,000. Orders booked within 7 days require full payment.

We accept cash, check, money order, and major credit cards (3% surcharge applies). Final payment is due on the day of your event.

Deposit refunds depend on notice: 60% refunded with 45+ days’ notice, 30% with 10–44 days’ notice, and no refund with less than 10 days’ notice.

Yes. Our team includes buffet attendants, servers, bartenders, chef assistants, and on-site chefs. Staff rates vary by role and event type.

Yes. We offer coffee, tea, juice, water, and soft drink service. While we don’t hold a liquor license, our staff can pour and serve beverages you provide.

We typically prepare 5–10% overage. Leftovers can be packaged for guests if requested. For safety, we discard any food items that may risk foodborne illness.