Catering invoice template
Free catering invoice template for event and food service billing.
Why use this catering invoice template
Use a proven format
Start from a stable structure for catering billing and avoid rebuilding invoice layout each time.
Reduce payment delays
Clear fields and line items make approval faster and reduce back-and-forth with clients.
Scale with less admin
Keep billing consistent now, then move to full invoicing automation when volume grows.
What this catering invoice template should include
Use these fields to keep each invoice complete, accurate, and ready to send.
Your business details and invoice number
Client details and service date
Itemized lines with quantity and rate
Tax and discount rows where applicable
Due date and payment terms
Payment method and account details
Invoice template vs. invoicing software
Templates are useful for occasional billing. Software is stronger for repeat volume and follow-up.
Manual workflow
Manual updates for each invoice Limited reuse of customer and item data Reminder process handled separately
Automated workflow
Reusable customer and item records Faster invoice creation and sending Integrated reminder and follow-up flow
Frequently asked questions
Yes. You can use the template manually. Software becomes better when repeated billing starts taking too much time.
Include supplier and client details, invoice dates, itemized lines, taxes, and payment terms on every invoice.
Switch when manual invoice work slows cash flow, follow-up, or monthly billing speed.
Start invoicing with Nexbal
Use Nexbal to create and send professional invoices with less manual work.