Business Details
Custom Corporate Catering & Cafeteria Solutions
Zerocater delivers fully-managed corporate catering and cafeteria solutions designed to elevate workplace dining experiences. With over a decade of expertise, we partner with top local restaurants and caterers to provide high-quality, personalized meals tailored to employee preferences. Our proprietary technology platform optimizes ordering, reduces food waste by 30%, and offers real-time analytics for better cost control.Operating in 12 major cities across the United States, our dedicated onsite teams manage every detail from menu curation to equipment maintenance. Trusted by over 500 companies ranging from 50 to 7,500+ employees, we combine culinary excellence with operational efficiency to create memorable dining experiences that foster workplace culture and collaboration.
Services
Corporate Catering
Corporate Cafeterias
Event Catering
Boxed Meals
Buffet Services
Highlights and features
- We offer 20x more quarterly menu variety than traditional caterers
- Our technology reduces food waste by 30% through precise ordering
- Dedicated onsite hospitality teams manage every dining detail
- Partnerships with top local restaurants ensure high-quality meals
- Real-time analytics dashboard for complete program control
What people say
Life saver
Always full
Time efficient
Outstanding vendors
No boredom
Services
Corporate Catering
Customized catering solutions for daily meals and special events. Our dedicated teams manage buffet and boxed meal programs with personalized menus based on employee preferences. Partnerships with top local restaurants ensure diverse cuisine options across 98 culinary traditions while maintaining 96% service accuracy.
Corporate Cafeterias
Fully-managed cafeteria solutions without kitchen infrastructure costs. We design and operate custom cafs with multiple daily stations offering rotating menus across 98 cuisines. Our technology platform reduces food waste by 30% through precise demand forecasting and ordering systems.
Event Catering
Comprehensive event catering with themed menus and professional staffing. From corporate happy hours to large conferences, our dedicated planners coordinate menus, decor, and logistics. We serve thousands of guests with 97% service accuracy and 20x more themed menu options than traditional caterers.
Boxed Meals
Individually-packaged meal solutions for flexible dining. Employees order through our app for personalized meal delivery with dietary preference accommodations. Available as part of regular catering programs or standalone event services across all served metropolitan areas.
Buffet Catering
Interactive dining experiences with diverse menu options. Our onsite teams manage full-service buffets for daily meals or special events, featuring multiple cuisine stations and dietary accommodation options. Includes complete equipment setup and cleanup services for workplace convenience.
People
Ali Sabeti
CEO
Ali Sabeti leads Zerocater's mission to revolutionize corporate dining with over 15 years of leadership experience in technology and finance sectors. Prior roles at Salesforce included expanding international operations while maintaining Summa Cum Laude academic credentials from UC Irvine.
Prabjot Jaaj
Chief Product and Technology Officer
Prabjot Jaaj brings 20 years of technology leadership to Zerocater's product development. With Wharton MBA credentials and experience at Yahoo and McKinsey, he drives innovation in food technology and operational efficiency for corporate dining solutions.
Jim Waggoner
Jim Waggoner contributes two decades of financial leadership in venture-backed technology companies. As former CFO at Disqus, he demonstrated expertise in scaling operations through successful acquisitions while maintaining CPA qualifications from UC Santa Barbara.
Ryan Smith
SVP Culinary Partnerships & Hospitality Experience
Ryan Smith combines classical culinary training with enterprise dining expertise, having previously led Bon Apptit's largest corporate programs. His 20+ year hospitality career includes White House service and national culinary education initiatives.
Questions
What types of companies use Zerocater services?
We serve businesses of all sizes from 50 to 7,500+ employees including tech startups, professional services firms, and Fortune 500 companies across 12 major metropolitan areas.
How does Zerocater reduce food waste?
Our proprietary FoodIQ technology platform enables precise demand forecasting and portion control, reducing waste by 30% through employee pre-orders and real-time consumption analytics.
Can menus be customized for dietary restrictions?
Yes, our app allows employees to specify dietary preferences which automatically curates personalized menu options across 98 cuisines while maintaining 91% customer satisfaction rates.
What's included in the catering packages?
Packages include venue setup, professional staffing, equipment rental, and cleanup. Menu pricing tiers ($8-$23) offer different protein quality levels with optional add-ons for enhanced dining experiences.
How are food quality and safety maintained?
We partner with pre-vetted restaurants and caterers maintaining strict health standards. Our technology platform automates temperature logs and safety protocols to ensure compliance with all local regulations.
