Corporate Event Catering for a Rebrand: Lunch and Afternoon Tea for 270 Guests

Styled afternoon tea catering for a recent corporate rebranding event.

A company rebrand is one of those business moments that deserves to feel considered from start to finish. It is more than a new logo, a refreshed colour palette or a new direction on paper. It is a chance to bring people together, share the next chapter of the business and create an atmosphere that feels polished, generous and memorable.

Platter Up recently catered a corporate rebranding event in London, serving lunch for 270 guests followed by afternoon tea for 270 guests later in the day. The brief was simple but important: deliver food that would keep the event flowing, look beautiful in the space and feel special enough for a landmark company occasion.

For us, corporate event catering is never just about feeding people. It is about creating a hospitality experience that reflects the occasion, helps guests relax and gives the host one less thing to worry about.

Corporate catering that supports a brand moment

A rebrand launch often has a busy schedule, with presentations, team updates, client conversations, photography and moments where everyone needs to come together. Food plays a bigger role than people realise. The right corporate catering can set the tone, encourage conversation and make the whole day feel more connected.

For this event, the catering needed to work across two different parts of the day. Lunch had to be practical, satisfying and efficient for a large guest list. Afternoon tea needed to feel more celebratory, adding colour, height and detail to the room as people gathered again later on.

That balance is exactly what makes Platter Up a strong choice for corporate catering in London. We design food displays that are easy for guests to enjoy, while still giving the room a visual centrepiece.

Image: Example of Platter Up lunch table styling for large corporate catering.

A polished corporate lunch service for 270 guests

For the lunch element, the focus was on smooth service, generous portions and a display that could work for a large group without feeling like a standard buffet. When you are catering for 270 people, the layout is just as important as the menu. A well-planned lunch table helps people move naturally, pick up food quickly and return to the event without long queues or confusion.

Our lunch tables are a popular option for office catering in London because they combine convenience with presentation. They can be built around fresh salads, sandwiches, wraps, savoury bakes, fruit, sweet treats and bespoke menu options depending on the brief. For a company rebrand, this style of corporate lunch catering works particularly well because it keeps the atmosphere relaxed while still feeling special.

Every event is different, but the aim is always the same: food that arrives on time, looks beautiful when guests enter the room and makes hosting feel easy. For busy corporate events, that reliability matters just as much as flavour and presentation.

Afternoon tea catering for 270 guests

After lunch, the second part of the day moved into afternoon tea. This is where the event became a real visual moment. Styled cake stands, finger sandwiches, scones with jam and cream, mini cakes, brownies, savoury pastries, fruit, macarons and fresh flowers created a spread that felt elegant, celebratory and completely aligned with the occasion.

Afternoon tea catering is a brilliant choice for corporate events because it feels refined without being too formal. It gives guests another reason to gather, chat and enjoy the event while keeping the service flexible. For a rebranding event, it also photographs beautifully, which is especially useful when a business wants to share the day internally or across social media.

Afternoon tea display with scones, savoury bakes and fresh florals.

A generous afternoon tea table designed for a large guest list.

A large mix with sandwiches, cakes and sweet treats.

Styled table layout to keep service smooth for 270 guests.

Serving 270 guests

Catering for 270 guests across two separate services in a single day takes far more than simply preparing great food. From production schedules and delivery logistics to precise setup times, guest flow, dietary requirements and seamless replenishment, every detail was carefully planned to ensure both services ran flawlessly.

For events like this, presentation is just as important as the food itself. We created an elegant display using fresh flowers, seasonal foliage, elevated serving stands and beautifully presented platters, transforming the catering into a focal point of the celebration rather than simply somewhere guests collected their lunch or afternoon tea.

As this event marked a major company rebrand, every element needed to reflect the significance of the occasion. Thoughtfully presented corporate catering helps create a welcoming atmosphere, encourages colleagues to connect and leaves a lasting impression long after the final guest has finished eating.

Why choose Platter Up for corporate event catering in London?

London businesses are planning bigger and more creative internal events than ever, from rebrand launches and office openings to team celebrations, client receptions and company milestones. The best corporate event catering should make each of those moments easier to host and more enjoyable for guests.

Platter Up can support a wide range of corporate catering requests, including office lunch catering, breakfast and brunch tables, afternoon tea, grazing tables, canapes, bowl food and bespoke event catering. Whether you are feeding a small boardroom or hundreds of guests, we focus on quality ingredients, thoughtful presentation and a professional service from enquiry to setup.

This recent rebranding event is a great example of how catering can help shape the flow of the day. Lunch kept guests fuelled and moving. Afternoon tea created a polished, celebratory finish. Together, they supported a full day of hospitality for 270 people without losing the attention to detail that Platter Up is known for.

Planning a rebrand launch, office celebration or corporate event?

If your business is planning a rebrand, product launch, client event, team celebration or large office lunch, our team would love to help. We can create a menu that suits your schedule, guest numbers and style of event, from practical corporate lunch catering to a show-stopping afternoon tea display. Find out more about Platter Up's corporate catering in London or explore our bespoke event catering for your next company event.