Let’s set the scene: It’s lunchtime at a busy office. The team is hungry, the meeting is about to start, and someone’s been roped into the not-so-fun task of collecting everyone’s lunch preferences. One person is gluten-free. Another wants no onions. Someone else doesn’t eat dairy. Suddenly, what should’ve been a quick group lunch order becomes a full-blown project. Sound familiar?
That’s where Group Ordering comes in—and it’s quickly becoming a game-changer for catering businesses.
What Is Group Ordering?
In simple terms, Group Ordering is a smart, streamlined way for large groups—like corporate teams, events, or offices—to place food orders. But here’s the twist: instead of one poor soul collecting everyone’s preferences, each person gets to place their own order directly from your menu. No middleman. No confusion. Just clear, accurate, individual orders delivered as one consolidated group order.
Whether you’re catering a company lunch, a business conference, or a team celebration, Group Ordering makes the whole process easier—for you and your clients.
Why Your Catering Business Should Offer Group Ordering
Let’s break down the key benefits of Group Ordering and how it can transform your catering game:
1. Everyone Gets What They Want
No more generic buffet trays that try to please everyone (and end up pleasing no one). With Group Ordering, each person can select what they actually want—down to the sauces, sides, and special requests. That means fewer complaints, happier clients, and food that actually gets eaten.
2. No More Ordering Headaches
Gone are the days of chasing down spreadsheets, deciphering scribbled lunch lists, or trying to guess what “the usual” means. Group Ordering removes the stress of consolidating different preferences. Everyone enters their own order, and you get a clean, organized summary of what to prepare.
3. Real-Time Order Tracking
As each person in the group places their order, you see it in real-time. No last-minute surprises. No forgotten meals. You’re always in the loop and can begin prepping right away, increasing efficiency in your kitchen.
4. Custom Menus for Corporate Clients
Want to offer tailored options for office lunches or business events? With Group Ordering, you can create customizable menus—think set meal options, packages for teams, or curated group bundles. It’s a great way to upsell and show clients you’ve thought of everything.
5. Centralized Billing or Split Payments
You decide how payment works. Whether the company pays for everyone or each person pays individually, Group Ordering supports both centralized billing and split payments—making financial tracking easy for both you and your clients.
6. Save Time for Everyone Involved
When each person orders for themselves, the organizer is off the hook. They no longer have to chase down food preferences or worry about dietary restrictions. And for your team, this means fewer mistakes and less time fixing incorrect orders.
7. Perfect for Dietary Restrictions
Allergens? Vegan options? No problem. Individuals can tag their dietary preferences, restrictions, or requests right on their order. No need for the organizer to translate (or forget) critical details.
8. Group Discounts That Make Sense
You can even offer group discounts for larger orders—encouraging businesses to cater with you again and again. Everyone loves a good deal, and it’s a great way to build loyalty with corporate clients.
How to Get Started with Group Ordering
Offering Group Ordering doesn’t mean overhauling your business. With Pxier’s catering software, it’s easy to enable this feature and start offering it to clients right away. Our system is intuitive, easy to use, and fully customizable to match your brand and your menu. You’ll be able to manage large orders effortlessly while offering your clients a smoother, more professional ordering experience. From office lunches to event catering, Group Ordering puts the power in the hands of the customer while making your operations more efficient. That’s a win-win.
Final Bite
Group Ordering isn’t just a trend, it’s a smarter way to serve large groups. By offering it through your catering business, you position yourself as flexible, client-friendly, and ready to take on modern needs with ease. Your clients will thank you. Your kitchen will thank you. And you’ll never have to deal with the phrase “Sorry, I didn’t get what I ordered” again. Book a demo with Pxier and see how group ordering may be the next best thing for your operation.