CaterOps
CaterOps: A low-cost, workflow-focused system for managing catering events end to end. Ranked #1 of 33 in Restaurant Catering Software by our editors (9.4/10); pricing: Free plan · 90-day trial; best for budget-conscious caterers needing full workflows.
At a glance
- Editor score9.4 / 10
- PricingFree plan · 90-day trial
- Best forBudget-conscious caterers needing full workflows
- Free planYes
- Paid from$3/unit usage-based
- Proposal builderYes
- Facts checked20 Sep 2026
Where it wins
- Covers proposals, contracts, menus, orders, staffing, and event logistics
- Pro adds floor plans, e-signatures, reminders, and unlimited team access
- Free plan includes an event pipeline, basic BEOs, and menu builder
Where it doesn't
- The Free plan does not include client portals or e-signatures
- The product is available on the web platform
- The vendor is currently onboarding caterers personally
Our verdict on CaterOps
CaterOps is catering operations software for event caterers that need one system from inquiry through execution and settlement. Its workflow spans an event pipeline, banquet event orders, menu and pricing tools, branded proposals, electronic signatures, floor plans, kitchen prep lists, schedules, staff assignments, deposits, and balance reminders. That makes it a fit for caterers managing more than basic booking, especially teams that want operational and client-facing work in the same web application.
Pricing is structured around a permanent Free plan, a 90-day free trial offer, and paid tiers. The Free plan costs $0 per month and includes an event pipeline with list, board, and calendar views, basic BEOs, and a menu builder. Pro costs $3 per event and adds client portals, e-signatures, floor-plan design and sharing, automatic follow-up reminders, and unlimited team access. Enterprise includes everything in Pro, plus advanced analytics, priority support, and custom integrations. The plan structure gives smaller caterers a way to start with core planning before paying for expanded collaboration and client workflows.
The strongest case for CaterOps is its operational depth at the event level. BEOs can itemize food, labor, fees, taxes, gratuity, and discounts while tracking revisions. Floor plans support reusable templates and PNG export, while prep lists, run-of-show schedules, crew notes, and staff roles connect planning with service execution. Typed-name signatures include a timestamp and IP capture, and deposit tracking supports balance reminders. Caterers seeking a broad workflow should consider CaterOps; teams that need a native mobile platform or rely on the Free plan for portals, signatures, and advanced coordination should look at the paid tiers first.
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CaterOps fact sheet
| Free plan | Yes |
|---|---|
| Paid from | $3/unit usage-based |
| Proposal builder | Yes |
| Contract signing | Yes |
| Menu management | Yes |
| Catering order management | Yes |
| Staff scheduling | Yes |
| Payment processing | Yes |
| Event logistics | Yes |
| Free trial | 90 days · no card needed |
| Deployment | Cloud |
| Platforms | Web |
| Built for | Small business, Mid-market (editorial estimate) |
| Pricing | Free plan · 90-day trial (source) |
| Website | cater-ops.com |
| Facts checked | 20 Sep 2026 |
Alternatives to CaterOps
- CurateA broad catering operations platform with strong integrations and sales-led pricing.9.2
- CatertooA practical browser-based suite for managing catering sales, events, payments, and staffing.9.0
- PureeA broad web-based catering workflow with free entry and structured paid tiers.8.9
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