Catering and food services

When ordering catering please ensure a tax invoice is obtained from the caterer to fulfill all ATO requirements.

Yes. Deakin University does not have any exclusive contracts for function/event catering and therefore staff may choose any suitable caterer.

If staff do choose to hire an external caterer, you have a responsibility to take reasonable care to ensure the caterer will provide safe food and complies with the relevant laws. As a guide, you should therefore seek to verify the following:

• Does the caterer have public liability insurance;
• Does the caterer have a registered business name with an Australian Business Number (ABN);
• Does the caterer have a current Food Act Registration;
• Does the caterer use an approved food transport vehicle;
• Does the caterer have an approved food safety plan;
• If liquor is to be served, does the caterer or premises have an appropriate liquor licence;
• Is the caterer willing and have the ability to safely cater for people with food allergies.

The local government council in the area where the caterer is based can be contacted to verify most of this information.

Spotless and Zest Catering comply with these guidelines.