Catering

We provide catering services for Southern Cross University events and functions at our Gold Coast, Lismore and Coffs Harbour campuses.

Our teams do more than just serve food, manage events and offer the best possible produce, our philosophy runs much deeper. We favour local suppliers and are always aiming to reduce our carbon footprint by supporting regional, environmentally sustainable produce.

Whether you are looking for a delicious lunch that allows your guests to get the most out of themselves or a contemporary catering menu to take your event to the next level, we have you covered. Our teams can cater to any special requirements, including customised menus and dietaries including vegan, vegetarian, kosher, halal, pescatarian, gluten-free, soy-free, nut-free and dairy-free.

Contact our preferred suppliers for menu options and prices

Gold Coast campus

In Season Catering & Events
Emma Carlsen
E: hello@inseasoncatering.com.au
P: 0451 951 351
W: www.inseasoncatering.com.au

The Green Room Cafe
Chris Mckeown
E: thegreenroom.catering@gmail.com 
P: 0448 224 231

Tweed Coast Catering
James Doyle
E: tweedcoastcatering@gmail.com
P: 0431 460 830

Lismore campus

Quick Brown Fox
Tim & Nui
E: qbfplaza@gmail.com
P: 0424 460 041

Secret Chef Catering
Kaine Hunt
E: kaine@secretchefcatering.com.au
P: 0416 275 471
W: secretchefcatering.com.au

Zest of Lime
Priya & Maanash
E: zestoflimecafe@gmail.com
P: 0470 523 071 or 0435 667 033

Coffs Harbour campus

Coffs Harbour Education Campus Café & Catering
Amy Stevens
E: chec.catering@scu.edu.au
P: 0439 396 415

Notification periods required for catering events

Quick Brown Fox - Lismore campus Number of guests Days
From Quote acceptance to delivery of service 0 - 20 2 days
From Quote acceptance to delivery of service 20 - 50 2 days
From Quote acceptance to delivery of service 50 - 100 3 days
From Quote acceptance to delivery of service 100 + 3 days

 

Zest of Lime - Lismore campus Number of guests Days
From Quote acceptance to delivery of service 0 - 20 Below our minimum number
From Quote acceptance to delivery of service 20 - 50 Below our minimum number
From Quote acceptance to delivery of service 50 - 100 2 weeks ahead
From Quote acceptance to delivery of service 100 + 2 weeks ahead

 

If our onsite catering options do not quite suit your needs, contact Secret Chef Catering on 0416 275 471 or email kaine@secretchefcatering.com.au to enquire about their services.

Frequently Asked Questions

Given the ongoing risks associated with COVID-19, Southern Cross University is taken caution and care when it comes to safety to our guests, students and staff. All catering is prepared in a COVID-safe way and will be packaged individually for consumption to avoid mingling and minimise the spread of the virus. If you have any concerns or special requests, please speak with your campus catering supplier.

For updates on the University's response to the COVID-19 outbreak please visit: www.scu.edu.au/coronavirus

YES! We love getting outside our kitchen so let us know where you need us and we will be there. Additional charges may apply.

Please contact our catering suppliers for menu options and current pricing.

Yes. We absolutely do! We have a wide variety of special dietary menu options available including vegan, vegetarian, kosher, halal, pescatarian, gluten-free, soy-free, nut-free and dairy-free.

No. We do more than just large-scale events!

We also offer fresh and delicious corporate breakfast catering, morning teas, lunch and afternoon teas. We can also help with COVID-safe gourmet snacks for a conference or boardroom catering for VIPs – we’ll make your event memorable and stress-free!

Contact our catering suppliers for menu options and current pricing. Our teams will gladly help you with all your catering needs and can customise a menu to suit your budget.

Yes, each supplier has a minimum order. Please contact your preferred catering supplier (above) to find out the minimum order requirements.

It’s easy to get started. Simply contact the team for menu options and select your preferences.

Unfortunately, due to Workplace Health and Safety (WHS) you are unable to bring your own catering.

Please contact our team at eventbookings@scu.edu.au if you have any questions.