A Family Busines, Located in the heart of Ballarat.

“At J & M Catering we have all of your catering needs covered.”

Welcome to J & M Catering

A second-generation family business with over 60 years of combined experience.

At J & M Catering, great food begins with family. Founded by Mark and now proudly carried forward by the next generation, we bring decades of knowledge, passion, and reliability to every event we serve.

Tailored Menus. Exceptional Service.

Our specialty is creating custom menus that perfectly suit your event, style, and budget.
Prefer something simple? We also offer a range of curated catering packages, all of which can be adapted to your needs. Flexibility is at the heart of what we do.

Catering for Every Occasion

We cater events of all sizes, including:

  • Weddings

  • Corporate functions

  • Social gatherings & celebrations

  • Birthday milestones

  • Camps & retreats

  • Backyard barbecues

  • Large-scale public events

No event is too big or too small.

Proudly Serving Ballarat and Beyond

Based in Ballarat, we cater throughout the region and regularly travel for interstate events—even as far as the Gold Coast. Wherever your event is held, we’re committed to delivering exceptional food and professional service.

Why Choose Us?

  • Second-generation family business

  • 60+ years of combined catering experience

  • Custom menus tailored to your vision

  • Flexible packages to make planning easy

  • Proven experience across events of all sizes

Let us help make your event unforgettable—with food crafted just for you.

Our Services

  • Corporate event organisers generally look for two things in catering; excellent quality of food and beverage, and no fuss service that makes sure every last detail is taken care of.

    J and M Catering has a vast amount of experience assisting a variety of corporations with their catering needs.

    Flexible menu. From meeting platters to three Course meals, we have you covered.

    email info@jandmcatering.com.au for a quote.

    Delivery to Ballarat area.

    Made fresh for your enjoyment. No Job is too big for Mark and his team.

  • At J & M Catering, we bring warmth, flavour, and family hospitality to every celebration. Whether it’s a wedding, birthday, engagement, anniversary, social gathering, or a once-in-a-lifetime milestone, we tailor every menu to suit your vision. From intimate backyard events to large-scale functions, our team delivers beautiful food, seamless service, and a personalised experience that helps make your special moment unforgettable. With over 60 years of combined family expertise, we create catering that feels thoughtful, flexible, and uniquely yours.

  • At J & M Catering, we believe your wedding day should feel magical from the very first moment to the last bite. We know how much heart and planning goes into this day, and our team is here to make the journey effortless, joyful, and full of flavour.

    Whether you're dreaming of a relaxed countryside celebration, an elegant sit-down dinner, or a lively cocktail-style reception, we offer a range of service options to bring your vision to life:

    • Graceful Table Service

    • Elegant Canapés

    • Feasting-style Table Banquets

    • Generous Buffets

    • Professional Bar Service

    We love sitting down with couples to hear their story, explore their ideas, and craft a menu that feels personal, memorable, and uniquely theirs. With decades of family experience and a passion for celebrating life’s biggest moments, we take pride in helping create a wedding day you—and your guests—will cherish.

  • Pies!

    Real meat. Real fillings. That is what makes our pies the best.

    We love pies and at J & M Catering/Shop29 we make what we think are the best pies in the region.

    Come on over and try one of the scrumptious pies from our range which includes:

    Steak – $8.00

    Steak & Bacon -$8.00

    Steak & Cheese – $8.00

    Steak, Cheese & Bacon – $8.00

    Steak & Pepper – $8.00

    Steak & Mushroom – $8.00

    Steak & Onion – $8.00

    Pulled Beef with peppers $8.00

    Jalapeno & Cheese – $8.00

    Chicken & Cambert – $8.00

    Thai Red Curry Chicken with cashew nuts – $8.00

    Curried sausage – $8.00

    Chicken – $8.00

    Seafood – $10.00

    Mango Veggie Curry – $8.00

    Veggie – $8.00

    Pasties (large) – $8.00

    Sausage Rolls ( large) – $6.00

    Available fresh & hot from Mon – Fri between 9am & 3pm at Shop 29, Harold St Wendouree.

    Please contact us on 0434388247 if you would like to place an order for pick up.

    Pies available hot or cold.

    Bulk Quantities available by order.

  • Accommodation Catering

    • We will travel to the site of your accommodation facilities

    • We are Reliable and very flexible

    • Our Approachable, experienced catering staff are always there to help, with our friendly, down to earth and eager attitude.

    • Every meal is prepared by a qualified chef with the utmost attention to detail.

    • We can tailor your menu to suit your group’s needs & budget.

    • We take dietary needs very seriously.

    Please don’t hesitate to get in touch with one of our team members to book your next catering service for your accommodation.

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