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United States Contract Catering Market Is Expanding Across Business, Healthcare & Education

01-16-2026 07:12 AM CET | Food & Beverage

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Contract Catering Market Size

Contract Catering Market Size

Contract Catering Market is forecast to reach at a high CAGR during the forecast period (2024-2031).

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United States: Recent Industry Developments

✅ December 2025: Compass Group expanded corporate contract catering services, focusing on healthy and plant-based menu offerings.

✅ November 2025: Aramark introduced AI-driven meal planning and waste reduction solutions across business and industrial catering contracts.

✅ October 2025: Sodexo secured new long-term catering contracts in healthcare facilities, emphasizing nutrition-led patient care.

Japan: Recent Industry Developments

✅ December 2025: Aeon Delight strengthened its contract catering presence in corporate offices with smart kitchen automation.

✅ November 2025: Tokatsu Food Service expanded outsourced catering services in educational institutions nationwide.

✅ October 2025: Catering providers adopted sustainable sourcing and reduced food-waste initiatives across large-scale contracts.

List of Top Key Player:

Compass Group, United Enterprises Co. Ltd., Elior Group, Aramark, CH&Co Catering Group Limited, Mitie Group plc., Sodexo, Westbury Street Holdings, Rhubarb Food Design Limited, Amadeus.

Industry Developments:

🔹 Jan 2026
• AI-driven menu planning and demand forecasting gain traction to reduce food waste and improve margins.

🔹 Dec 2025
• Large caterers expand multi-site bundled contracts with corporates to stabilize long-term revenues.

🔹 Nov 2025
• Sustainability-linked contracts rise, with clients mandating local sourcing and carbon reporting.

🔹 Oct 2025
• Healthcare and senior care catering sees increased outsourcing due to staff shortages and compliance needs.

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Forecast Projection:

The Global Contract Contract Catering Market is poised for significant growth between 2025 and 2032. In 2024, the market maintained a steady upward trajectory, and with strategic initiatives by leading players accelerating adoption, the market is expected to soar throughout the forecast period. Companies leveraging these trends are well-positioned to capture emerging opportunities and maximize revenue potential.

Market Key Segmentations:

By Type

Fixed Price Contracts - 60% share: Preferred for predictable budgeting and long-term cost control.

Cost-Plus Contracts - 40% share: Gaining traction where flexibility and transparency in food costs are critical.

By Modes of Contract

Outsourced - 70% share: Dominates due to operational efficiency, scalability, and focus on core business.

Self-Operated - 30% share: Remains relevant for organizations seeking direct control over food quality and service.

By End User

Business & Industry - 35% share: Driven by workforce expansion and demand for consistent workplace dining.

Education - 20% share: Supported by rising institutional enrollment and structured meal programs.

Healthcare & Senior Care - 18% share: Growing focus on nutrition, patient care, and specialized diets.

Defence & Offshore - 12% share: Sustained by long-term contracts and remote-location catering needs.

Sports & Leisure - 8% share: Driven by events, stadiums, and entertainment venues.

Airports - 5% share: Growth supported by rising air passenger traffic and premium food offerings.

Others - 2% share: Includes niche and customized catering requirements across institutions.

Regional Growth Analysis: Jna

⇥ North America - 36%
Dominated by corporate workplaces, healthcare facilities, and education-sector catering contracts.

⇥ Europe - 32%
Strong presence driven by outsourced catering in business, education, and public institutions.

⇥ Asia-Pacific - 21%
Growing rapidly due to urbanization, corporate expansion, and institutional food service demand.

⇥ Middle East & Africa - 7%
Expansion supported by hospitality, defense, and large infrastructure project catering needs.

⇥ South America - 4%
Steady demand led by workplace catering and gradual outsourcing adoption.

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Latest Mergers & Acquisitions Update

✦ Compass Group PLC acquired Vermaat Groep B.V. in 2025 for ~$1.76B enterprise value, strengthening its Benelux presence with 150+ sites serving healthcare, corporate, and education sectors. Sodexo acquired Capitol Vending and Coffee and Five Star Food Services in 2024 (impacting 2025 operations), alongside earlier K-market and A.H. Management buys for global vending/catering expansion. M&A enabled broader portfolios, with global firms targeting regional specialists for customized onsite solutions.

Key Innovations

✦ CH&Co Group secured premium contracts in 2024-2025 for cultural institutions, launching bespoke health-focused menus with digital ordering. Trends include cloud-based analytics for flexible pop-up cafés, robotics for contactless delivery, and wellness-oriented offerings projected to drive Europe market to $70.73B

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