caterer

American  

[key-ter-er] / ˈkeɪ tər ər /

noun

1. one whose business is to provide food, supplies, and sometimes service at social gatherings.

2. one who caters.

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caterer British  

/ ˈkeɪtərə /

noun

1. a person who caters, esp one who as a profession provides food for large social events, etc

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Etymology

Origin of caterer

First recorded in 1585–95; cater + -er ¹

Example Sentences

Prices paid to caterers for their oil can depend on how much is available for collection and its quality, but according to the industry, a restaurant could get about 30p a litre.

From BBC

A caterer would be circulating with appetizers on silver trays while Dad hid in the kitchen to avoid socializing.

From Literature

Adina’s father had come to America as a refugee, and, within a few years, had become one of the top kosher caterers in Gravesend.

From Literature

She began her working life as a waitress, then a restaurant manager and a caterer until, to fulfill a childhood dream, she took a few extension classes in baking.

From Los Angeles Times

She’s giving bonuses up to $100,000 to truck drivers, caterers and dancers who work on her Pro Eras Tour.

From MarketWatch