Hire catering accessories for events. Expo Hire supplies chafing fuel, gastronorm lids, condiment sets, and serving utensils to support your food service.
Organising event catering requires attention to every detail, from maintaining food temperature to preparing tidy food displays. Caterers, venue managers, and event organisers need reliable, practical accessories for quick and effective food service. These small but crucial items support hygiene and portion control, improving guest satisfaction. Staff can focus on service delivery without interruption.
Maintaining food temperature and hygiene is key for any event serving hot dishes. You hire items to control temperature. You can hire chafing fuel to keep buffet food warm throughout service. We supply both gel fuel for reliable, sustained heat and liquid wick options that provide a consistent, clean flame. Select 2-hour, 4-hour, or 6-hour burn options, matching your event duration and each warming dish's needs.
Gastronorm lids offer a hygienic way to cover prepared food. Clear polycarbonate lids offer visibility. Durable stainless steel lids provide robust use in busy kitchens. These fit standard GN 1/1, GN 1/2, and GN 1/4 size containers, securing food before service and preventing contamination from airborne particles, keeping food fresh and ready for display or serving. Additionally, individual food covers, made from mesh or clear plastic, protect platters and bowls from external elements, maintaining freshness and visual appeal.
Efficient table service and consistent food presentation rely on the right serving accessories. You hire items to help your staff deliver high-quality service. Condiment sets provide guests with essential seasoning at their tables. Our standard sets include clear or stainless steel salt and pepper shakers. Staff place them on a small tray for a tidy, organised table setting.
You can hire various utensils for serving food, including stainless steel serving tongs in different lengths. These tongs suit buffet lines or precise plating. Serving spoons come in solid and slotted designs. Serving spoons serve vegetables or sauced items. Portion scoops come in sizes such as 2 ounce and 4 ounce capacities. Portion scoops serve consistent quantities for salads, desserts, or side dishes. This consistency helps with cost control and uniform plate presentation.
Squeeze bottles dispense sauces, dressings, or garnishes. Our bottles come in catering sizes, including 300ml and 500ml capacities, for controlled application and reduced waste during preparation and service. Use them in kitchen prep areas for precise application, or at self-service stations for guest access to condiments.
Beyond food service, other event sundries make operations efficient. Bottle openers, a simple tool, are vital for bar service or for staff attending guest requests at tables. Small table ice buckets keep individual wine or water bottles cool at the table, removing need for larger chillers. You can also hire tea light holders to add ambient lighting to dining tables, enhancing the event's atmosphere without complex electrical setups.
Expo Hire does not charge a security deposit. A free minor damage waiver covers minor damage and loss. Excessive or negligent damage is charged at 10 times the hire price. Full details in our terms and conditions.
Use the carriage calculator to find your nearest branch and get an accurate delivery quote. Heavy or bulky items may need a second delivery operative — this is shown at checkout when applicable. At checkout we show an itemised delivery cost before you confirm the order.
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For orders over £1,000, you can confirm a booking with a 25% deposit and pay the balance up to 28 days before delivery. The checkout offers this automatically. Full details in our terms and conditions.
