Industry Guide

EPOS System for Event & Contract Catering in the UK

Event & Contract Catering need more than a generic till. The right system must handle quotes, deposits, event menus and temporary service points. EPOS Direct brings the till, stock and sales tools, Magento ecommerce and payment flexibility together in one complete package from £999 + VAT.

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What is the right EPOS for Event & Contract Catering?

A suitable system should support quotes, deposits, event menus and temporary service points. EPOS Direct combines those point-of-sale tools with Magento ecommerce, your choice of payment provider and outright software ownership.

Designed for: Wedding caterers, corporate caterers and contract food service.

Event & Contract Catering EPOS and point of sale system for wedding caterers, corporate caterers and contract food service
EPOS tools selected for the way event & contract catering sell and serve customers.

What Event & Contract Catering Need from an EPOS

  • ✓A workflow built around quotes, deposits, event menus and temporary service points
  • ✓Quotes, deposits and event references
  • ✓Portable bars or service points
  • ✓Menu and package pricing
  • ✓Event profitability reporting
  • ✓One clear view of packages, covers, bars, extras and contract meals

How EPOS Direct Delivers

  • ✓Deposit and account references
  • ✓Portable till setups
  • ✓Package and open-item sales
  • ✓Reports by event or revenue centre
  • ✓Magento ecommerce platform included and integrated with the EPOS system
  • ✓Freedom to choose and change your payment provider
  • ✓Pay once and own the software forever with no monthly software fees
PAY ONCE. OWN FOREVER.

The entire solution from as little as £999 + VAT

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A complete EPOS package with no monthly software fees. Visit the homepage for the latest package contents and promotional offers.

  • ✓ EPOS hardware and perpetual software licence
  • ✓ Magento ecommerce platform integrated with EPOS
  • ✓ Stock, sales, staff and management reporting
  • ✓ Freedom to choose your payment provider
  • ✓ No monthly software fees
  • ✓ UK-based advice and support

Sell in store and online with Magento ecommerce

Your EPOS solution includes ecommerce built on the Magento platform and integrated with the EPOS system. For event & contract catering, that creates a practical route to sell packages, covers, bars, extras and contract meals online while keeping product information, orders and stock connected to day-to-day trading.

One connected catalogue

Reduce duplicate product entry between the shop floor and ecommerce site.

More ways to sell

Serve local customers in person and reach online buyers through the same solution.

Payment freedom

Choose the payment provider that fits your rates, service and contract preferences.

Frequently Asked Questions

What does an EPOS system do for event & contract catering?

Take deposits, run temporary service points and reconcile every function or contract against its own sales record. EPOS Direct also gives you stock control, staff accountability and reporting designed around quotes, deposits, event menus and temporary service points.

Can event & contract catering sell online with the same EPOS solution?

Use the included Magento ecommerce platform for online sales such as packages, covers, bars, extras and contract meals, with orders and product information connected to the EPOS operation.

Do I have to use a specific card payment provider?

No. EPOS Direct solutions give you freedom to choose your payment provider, so you can compare service, contract terms and transaction rates rather than being locked to one processor.

How much is the complete event & contract catering EPOS package?

Complete packages start from as little as £999 + VAT. You pay once and own the system forever, with no monthly software fees. Package contents and current promotions can change, so check the homepage for the latest offers or request a tailored quote.

Ready to get the right EPOS for your event & contract catering?

Call our team for a free consultation: 08000 336 888 (Mon–Fri 9am–5:30pm)

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James Watkins
EPOS Industry Specialist · Last reviewed: 17 October 2026