It’s summer BBQ time!
With our love of outdoor dining and our beautiful sunny climate, why not consider a relaxing BBQ for your next corporate event? It’s a fun twist to the standard corporate party and it’s the perfect excuse to get out and enjoy the fresh air and sun!
Here are some tips to help you get started and to ensure your next corporate BBQ is a success and everyone has a great time – including you.
Location, location, location
There’s no shortage of amazing locations for your next BBQ event. Here are our top picks for your next corporate BBQ in Sydney, Melbourne and Brisbane.
Sydney
| Bradfield Park |
Located: Milsons Point Best for: Plenty of space so you can relax and enjoy views of Sydney Harbour Bridge, the Opera House and the harbour itself Toilet access? Yes |
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| Centennial Parklands |
Located: Moore Park Best for: Covering approximately 360 hectares, you can spread out and laze on the grass Toilet access? Yes |
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| Clifton Gardens |
Located: Mosman Best for: Includes a large grassy park, bushland, a netted swimming area and a pier, which is suitable for jumping off, or fishing Toilet access? Yes |
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| Rosherville Reserve |
Located: Mosman Best for: A quiet and serene alternative to Balmoral Beach with an abundance of large trees Toilet access? Modern shower and toilet facilities available |
Melbourne
| Edinburgh Gardens |
Located: Fitzroy Best for: Plenty of open lawn areas, shady and sheltered spots, a free skate park and free table tennis (BYO equipment). The North Fitzroy Bowls Club is in one corner if your group is keen for a game of barefoot bowls Toilet access? Yes |
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| Alma Park |
Located: St Kilda Best for: Great for the kids! Includes a flying fox, tree house, unusual structures and a playground with junior and senior play areas Toilet access? Yes |
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| Flagstaff Gardens |
Located: West Melbourne Best for: Enjoy your surroundings, including beautifully maintained gardens featuring Moreton Bay figs, avenues of elm trees, rose beds and sculptures. For the active, there is a bowling lawn, tennis courts and volleyball courts Toilet access? Yes |
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| Studley Park Boathouse |
Located: Kew Best for: Enjoy some lunch before hiring a canoe or kayak and explore the Yarra River Toilet access? Yes |
Brisbane
| Captain Burke Park |
Located: Kangaroo Point Best for: Located below the Story Bridge with city and river views. It also features a maritime themed playground and its own tidal beach Toilet access? Yes |
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| New Farm Park |
Located: New Farm Best for: Sit back and relax on the soft grass or under the shade of the fig trees and enjoy the river views Toilet access? Yes |
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| Roma Street Parklands |
Located: Brisbane Best for: It’s a visual feast everywhere you look! There are subtropical forests, unique artworks, colourful flower displays, misty fern groves and more Toilet access? Yes |
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| Mowbray Park |
Located: East Brisbane Best for: Located just behind a croquet club and bowls club, it is shaded by Moreton Bay figs and there’s plenty of lush lawn to spread out and take in the views across New Farm Toilet access? Yes |
We recommend booking a BBQ site so you won’t have to arrive early to save a space. If you need any venue assistance or recommendations for your next corporate BBQ, please speak to our corporate events team on 1300 851 900.
How to pull it off
Choose a theme
Establishing a theme will help make your corporate BBQ event more memorable and helps set the mood. It will also help you to develop the menu, invitation, decorations, music, drink and everything in between.
Send an invite, not a memo
Once you’ve settled on a theme, you can design an invitation and get your co-workers excited. Create a fun invite (electronic or paper) and mention the delicious food on offer, door prizes etc. Don’t forget to include all the necessary information (where, when, RSVP info etc). This is also a great opportunity to ask about food allergies or other dietary requirements.
Keep everyone entertained
Plan activities for everyone to participate in, like bocce, croquet, cricket or Frisbee. Award prizes to the winners to enhance competition. NOTE: company branded pens do not count!
Renting equipment
Some venues may already have a gas grill, but don’t forget the other essentials like extra tables or chairs, plates, cups, cutlery and tablecloths. Speak to our Events team on 1300 851 900 or email orders@orderin.com.au as we can look after all the planning for you, including BBQ hire, staffing, equipment hire, tents and marquees.
Stay hydrated
The decision to serve alcohol is up to you and your company’s policy. We have a wide range of alcoholic and non-alcoholic options to complement your summer BBQ menu and our Events team can help provide more information on your options.
Serve fabulous food
That’s where we come in. From simple sausage sizzles to a gourmet spread, we’ll have a mouth-watering menu to suit your needs and budget. We’ve got BBQ catering options to suit every dietary need.
What’s cooking?
Nothing beats a barbie with fresh ingredients ready to go. Check out some of the sample menus we have available below. We can also tailor a menu to suit your theme.
| DIY sausage sizzle |
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| Surf and turf BBQ |
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| Take it easy BBQ |
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Remember, your company BBQ is a time for fun and to enjoy the good times with your co-workers and we can help make it a stress-free event. We have a range of corporate BBQ catering options in Sydney, Melbourne and Brisbane. Contact us now to get an obligation free quote by emailing orders@orderin.com.au or call 1300 851 900, or visit our website to learn more about our corporate BBQ catering options. Don't forget to check out our checklist of things to consider when hosting the perfect BBQ event.