Occasions
Choose from a range of pastries, sandwiches, wraps, salads and delicious nibbles, with hot and cold beverages to complement meetings throughout the day, from breakfast gatherings to working lunches
Our Occasions hospitality menu has something for everyone, for large groups or small, offering traditional sandwich lunches through to crowd pleasing sharing boards and pizzas.
How to order
To place an order click the button below. You will need your Planon login details - if you don’t have a Planon login please fill out the application form. If you have any queries, please contact the catering team at catering@admin.ox.ac.uk.
Need help with your booking?
Please contact the Helpdesk who will be happy to support you
The meeting was well laid out and the catering was delicious. Please pass my thanks on to the caterers.
Meet our hospitality team
Senan Simmons - Contract Director
As Contract Director, I oversee catering across several University cafés, including the University Club Café and Bar. Our wider hospitality service supports more than 100 areas across the University, delivering everything from intimate receptions to large-scale international conferences.
With over 15 years of experience in hospitality—including roles both within the University and externally—I bring a proven track record in service delivery, always with a strong focus on quality and excellence. Since joining, it has been rewarding to see growing momentum around consistency and high standards across our operations.
I’m passionate about continuous improvement and value open feedback. Our dedicated Hospitality Operations Manager also plays a key role in driving progress and ensuring we continue to deliver a first-class service.
Anca Onciul – Hospitality Operations Manager
As Hospitality Operations Manager at Oxford University, I bring over a decade of experience in delivering high-quality hospitality services across a variety of venues and events. My background spans both commercial and academic settings, where I’ve led teams to deliver exceptional guest experiences while improving operational standards and driving revenue growth.
My key focus areas include streamlining service delivery, making sure our guests feel well looked after, and ensuring that every event runs smoothly and to the highest standards. What truly drives me is creating memorable experiences through excellent service, good food, and genuine relationships with our customers.
I believe great hospitality starts with great communication and a genuine commitment to our customers’ needs. I’m approachable, solutions-focused, and always happy to discuss how we can support your next occasion here at Oxford. I look forward to working with you.
Let us know what you think
We would love to hear your thoughts about our service. The easiest way to do this is via our online feedback form, or you can contact richard.alexander@admin.ox.ac.uk.
The event ran so smoothly and it was amazing that everyone was fed in the allocated time. You and the team have that down to a tee. We have received fantastic feedback from staff who attended about how lovely the building is and all loved the food.
