Catering For Your Event
Catering, Beverage and Snack Service
K-State Olathe is the leading venue for your meetings, workshops and conference needs. This includes offering personal event planning from start to finish along with friendly professionalism. We work closely with you to find the best solutions based on your specific needs and expectations to ensure your event goals are met.
We require all food for events to be provided by one of our approved caterers, which are listed below and can be provided by request.
For events with 50 or more guests, we require the presence of full-service catering staff. Kindly include this service in your event budget.
In-House Beverage Service
K-State provides full beverage and snack service for your events. Beverages are continuously replenished, and snacks are available to keep your guests satisfied. All beverages must be ordered directly from us in advance to ensure availability and proper service.
- Coffee: $15 per 10 cups
- Hot tea: $15 per 20 cups
- Iced tea: $15 per 20 cups for events with 20+ participants
- Ice water for events with 20+ particpants
- Assorted sodas: $1.50 each
- Bottled water: $1.50 each
- Bottled tea: $2.00 each
- Energy drinks: $2.50 each
In-House Snack Service
Our in-house snack service offers a variety of sweet and salty treats to keep your guests refreshed and energized. Let us manage the snacks so you can focus on your event. If a refill is requested, an additional $2.50 per person will apply.
- Snack service: $2.50 per person. Includes two snack items per person.
Client Provided Pre-Packaged Snacks
Clients may bring in pre-packaged snacks for their event, such as individually wrapped items or packaged treats. Please notify our team ahead of time if you plan to bring pre-packaged snacks.
Alcohol and Bar Services
Alcohol may be served at private events only through a licensed catering partner who possesses all required permits, liquor licenses and insurance. This service must comply with City of Olathe regulations and Kansas state liquor licensing laws. Email us to request a listing of current licensed caterers. Clients must notify K-State Olathe in advance if alcohol will be served at their event. Extra security may apply.
Catering Policy for Large Events
For events expecting 50 or more guests, full-service catering staff is required. Ensure this service is accounted for in your event budget. Exception: This requirement does not apply to service for continental breakfasts, boxed meals or pizza.
Catering Contacts
Menus are designed to accommodate various budgets and customizable packages can fit the needs of you and your guests. Providing full-service buffets and easy drop-off orders.
All food for meetings and events must be provided by one of our approved catering partners listed below. Outside food and beverages are not permitted. Some approved caterers have multiple locations across Kansas City, so the contact information listed are for the locations that specifically serve K-State Olathe. Please use these phone numbers and email addresses when contacting the companies that meet our guidelines.

Need a light snack for your event? We've got you covered with a variety of sweet and salty options from our in-house snack service. Talk to Mary or Sara when you schedule your event.