Empty Plates Catering Services supplies experienced relief chefs to demanding kitchens, and delivers tailored outside catering for private and corporate events.
From short-notice relief cover to full event catering, we match the right chef and menu to your venue, guests, and budget.
We are always interested in hearing from experienced chefs who would like to work with Empty Plates on a relief or event basis. Our onboarding process is straightforward and designed to make sure we match you with the right kitchens and events.
Register with us via our platform, ChefAdvisor.
Once you have supplied all your credentials, we will receive your application and will get you on board.
We supply experienced, reliable relief chefs who can step straight into busy professional kitchens, maintain your standards, and support your team.
Whether you need emergency cover, support during peak season, or longer-term placements, we work with hotels, restaurants, contract caterers and event venues across the North West and the wider UK.
Each chef is vetted for experience, professionalism and the ability to perform under pressure.
Short-term shifts, seasonal peaks or ongoing assignments tailored to your rota.
From intimate dining to large-scale corporate events, we design menus and provide full catering teams to suit your occasion.
As an established company supplying outside catering and corporate event catering services for clients of very different needs, Empty Plates are well accomplished in the delivery of food & beverage in the most demanding situations across the UK, including Cheshire, Chester, Manchester and Liverpool.
Plan your next eventTailored menus for weddings, birthdays and family gatherings, with service styles to match your day.
Product launches, conferences, away days and office entertaining, all planned around your brief.
We coordinate staffing, kitchen logistics and service so you can enjoy the event with your guests.
Empty Plates Catering Services is managed by Gary McDonnell, who has spent many years in the catering industry and has a detailed working knowledge of both private and corporate catering operations.
Combining a relief chef agency with full event catering allows us to provide flexible staffing solutions as well as complete event food and service, all under one roof.
Decades of experience in managing teams, events and complex kitchen operations.
Long-standing links with caterers and venues throughout the North West and the UK.
Well placed to support clients across Manchester, Liverpool, Chester and beyond.
You speak directly with the person managing your chefs and events from start to finish.
Tell us a little about your kitchen or event and we’ll get back to you to discuss availability, menus and pricing.