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How much does catering cost per person in Toronto?
A useful catering budget needs three numbers: the menu price per person, the total for your headcount, and the amount for delivery and tax. Shawarma Moose packages currently start at $10 per person and reach $23 per person for the premium feast tier, before delivery and HST.
The examples below state their assumptions instead of presenting a vague market average. Use them to set a budget, then request an itemized quote for your menu, delivery address, dietary needs, and add-ons.
Published package range
$10–$23/pp
Moose Everyday, Mediterranean and shawarma bar; before delivery and HST. Greek tiers are quoted separately.
Standard Toronto delivery
$40
Shown separately in the estimate.
Tax
13% HST
Included in the examples and calculator.
Quote speed
Within a few hours
The itemized quote confirms the final total.
Does a $15 staff-lunch budget include delivery and tax?
A food price and the complete invoice are different numbers. For 50 employees, compare these starting selections with one standard delivery and 13% HST. Upgraded proteins, extra drops, supplies and serving support are excluded.
| Selected package | Food | Delivery | HST | Total | Per employee |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sandwich & Wrap Platter at $10.00/person | $500.00 | $40.00 | $70.20 | $610.20 | $12.20 |
| Mediterranean Signature Buffet at $13.00/person | $650.00 | $40.00 | $89.70 | $779.70 | $15.59 |
| Boxed Lunch Bowls at $14.00/person | $700.00 | $40.00 | $96.20 | $836.20 | $16.72 |
The Signature buffet’s $13 food rate exceeds $15 per person once this delivery and HST are included. Starting boxed bowls cost more again. State whether your budget covers the whole invoice, and request each shift drop separately.
Plan an appreciation lunch with a shift worksheet and staff invitation, or request a warehouse staff-meal plan.
Live catering cost calculator
Catering price per person by format
These are published menu ranges behind the calculator. Add-ons stay separate so the base food cost is easy to compare.
| Format | Typical price | Best for |
|---|---|---|
| Buffet catering | $10–$23/person | Office lunches, birthdays, school events, and mixed-diet groups |
| Individual bowls & mixed combos | $12–$16/person | Meetings, trainings, distributed teams, and labeled individual meals |
| Shared wraps & rice trays | $10–$12/person | Short meetings, casual office lunches, and drop-off catering |
| Premium buffet / feast | $18–$23/person | Milestone celebrations, conferences, and large community events |
These examples use published menus and one $40 standard delivery. HST is 13%. Ajax delivery is $60; additional drops and supplies are quoted separately. Greek buffet selections have separate planning estimates and require a confirmed quote.
Catering cost by guest count
To keep the comparison consistent, every row uses the same three menu assumptions: Mediterranean Signature Buffet at $13/person, Boxed Lunch Bowls at $14/person, and Sandwich & Wrap Platter at $10/person, plus standard delivery and HST. These are starting selections; upgrades and extras are excluded.
| Guests | $13 Signature buffet | $14 boxed bowls | $10 wrap platter |
|---|---|---|---|
| Catering for 10 people | $192 | $203 | $158 |
| Catering for 15 people | $266 | $283 | $215 |
| Catering for 20 people | $339 | $362 | $271 |
| Catering for 25 people | $412 | $441 | $328 |
| Catering for 30 people | $486 | $520 | $384 |
| Catering for 40 people | $633 | $678 | $497 |
| Catering for 50 people | $780 | $836 | $610 |
| Catering for 75 people | $1,147 | $1,232 | $893 |
| Catering for 100 people | $1,514 | $1,627 | $1,175 |
How much does catering cost for 10 people in Toronto?
For 10 guests, the $13 Signature buffet comes to about $192with one standard delivery and HST, before extras. The $14 boxed-bowl example comes to about $203, while the $10 wrap-platter example is about $158. Each total includes a $40 Toronto delivery estimate and 13% HST.
These are planning examples, not a promise that every format is available at that exact rate. Protein choice, package minimums, add-ons, city, and delivery logistics are confirmed in the quote.
How much does catering cost for 20 people in Toronto?
For 20 guests, the $13 Signature buffet comes to about $339with one standard delivery and HST, before extras. The $14 boxed-bowl example comes to about $362, while the $10 wrap-platter example is about $271. Each total includes a $40 Toronto delivery estimate and 13% HST.
These are planning examples, not a promise that every format is available at that exact rate. Protein choice, package minimums, add-ons, city, and delivery logistics are confirmed in the quote.
How much does catering cost for 50 people in Toronto?
For 50 guests, the $13 Signature buffet comes to about $780with one standard delivery and HST, before extras. The $14 boxed-bowl example comes to about $836, while the $10 wrap-platter example is about $610. Each total includes a $40 Toronto delivery estimate and 13% HST.
These are planning examples, not a promise that every format is available at that exact rate. Protein choice, package minimums, add-ons, city, and delivery logistics are confirmed in the quote.
How much does catering cost for 100 people in Toronto?
For 100 guests, the $13 Signature buffet comes to about $1,514with one standard delivery and HST, before extras. The $14 boxed-bowl example comes to about $1,627, while the $10 wrap-platter example is about $1,175. Each total includes a $40 Toronto delivery estimate and 13% HST.
These are planning examples, not a promise that every format is available at that exact rate. Protein choice, package minimums, add-ons, city, and delivery logistics are confirmed in the quote.
What affects catering cost the most?
Format: Buffets are usually the lowest cost per guest. Individually packed meals run slightly higher because of packaging and labeling.
Headcount: Per-person add-ons scale with the number of guests. Falafel is priced per piece and serving utensils per item; request those quantities separately. All catering packages have a 10-person minimum.
Protein mix: Chicken and falafel are the most cost-efficient; premium mixes and feast menus run higher.
Add-ons: Hummus, pita, drinks, baklava, extra protein, and disposables are separate line items, not hidden in the package base.
Delivery and tax: The calculator includes both so the working total is closer to the amount you need to budget.
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Catering cost FAQ
How much does catering cost for 20 people in Toronto?
As one transparent example, 20 Mediterranean Signature Buffet meals at $13 per person come to about $339 including $40 delivery and 13% HST. Your final total changes with the package, proteins, and add-ons.
How much does catering cost for 50 people?
As one example, 50 Mediterranean Signature Buffet meals at $13 per person come to about $780 including $40 delivery and 13% HST. Boxed meals, premium buffets, add-ons, and Ajax delivery produce a different total.
What does Shawarma Moose catering cost per person?
Published Shawarma Moose options currently start at $10 per person, while premium buffet packages reach $23 per person. Delivery, 13% HST, proteins, and add-ons are separate unless the package says otherwise.
Is buffet catering cheaper than boxed lunches?
It depends on the packages being compared. The Build Your Own Shawarma Bar starts at $10 per person, the Mediterranean Signature Buffet is $13 per person, and individual formats vary by meal and protein. Use the calculator for a working range and the quote for the confirmed comparison.
Does delivery cost extra for catering?
Yes. Standard delivery is $40 and Ajax is currently $60. Pickup removes delivery from the estimate, and the itemized quote shows the fee separately.
Do the estimates include tax?
Yes. The headcount examples and live calculator include 13% HST. Package cards elsewhere on the site display their pre-tax menu price unless stated otherwise.
