Capitol Caterers

Capitol Caterers The preferred contract catering service provider to over 100 catering contracts within Southern Africa. A professional chef, Laura joined the company in 2012.

Capitol Caterers holds contracts in a variety of business sectors including:
Education
Healthcare
Corporate
Retirement Villages/Homes
Places of Safety
Full Facilities Management
Site Services

The company was founded in July 1992, commencing operations with four contracts in the Eastern Cape and KwaZulu-Natal. More than 25 years later, Itakane t/a Capitol Caterers is now proudly the preferred cont

ract catering partner to over 100 clients within South Africa. From humble beginnings at our Pietermaritzburg Head Office, the company today employs in excess of 1400 personnel with an extended footprint in Durban, Cape Town, Eastern Cape, Johannesburg, Bloemfontein and Eswatini. Group CEO Merrill King heads up the company and is supported by joint Managing Directors, Russell Nzimande and Laura Morton. All bring a unique skill set to the company, Merrill as an award-winning Executive Chef and Russell and Laura as industry specialists in operations and contract catering. Merrill previously held the position of joint Managing Director and earlier as Group Executive Chef. Her penchant for the quality of food on the plate, expertise and passion for service excellence ensures that innovative and nutritious meals consistently meet the divergent needs of the company’s clients. Russell joined the company in its infancy as an Assistant Catering Manager and steadily progressed through the ranks of Catering Manager, Area Manager and Operations Manager. He was appointed an Executive Director in 2009 and joint Managing Director in 2017. Her culinary skills and attention to detail in managing the demands of multiple industrial catering units afforded her valuable experience in various operational roles. She was appointed joint Managing Director in March 2020. The executive team is complemented by Janet Mill (Human Resources Director), Vaughan Robinson (Procurement Director) and Russell Tredway (Financial Director).

A warm welcome to D. P Marais Hospital in Cape Town! We're excited to have you as part of the Capitol Caterers family an...
20/02/2025

A warm welcome to D. P Marais Hospital in Cape Town! We're excited to have you as part of the Capitol Caterers family and look forward to a wonderful partnership, serving your community with care and great food.

20/02/2025
20/02/2025
Fueling champions at Penryn! 🏆 Healthy, delicious, and packed with goodness—because every game starts with the right fue...
20/02/2025

Fueling champions at Penryn! 🏆 Healthy, delicious, and packed with goodness—because every game starts with the right fuel! 🍏🥪🥤

Today, we celebrate the love and dedication our teams pour into every meal! ❤️ From beautifully crafted treats to heartf...
14/02/2025

Today, we celebrate the love and dedication our teams pour into every meal! ❤️ From beautifully crafted treats to heartfelt service, our teams have gone the extra mile to make this day special for our clients.

Here’s a sneak peek into the creativity and effort behind the magic! ✨💐🍰

We are delighted to fuel the minds at the ISASA Conference today . From a refreshing tea break to a delicious lunch, we’...
13/02/2025

We are delighted to fuel the minds at the ISASA Conference today . From a refreshing tea break to a delicious lunch, we’re proud to serve quality meals that keep conversations flowing!

Our group dietitian had the pleasure of teaching the Whippets Pre-Prep children , all about the 5 food groups and what m...
13/02/2025

Our group dietitian had the pleasure of teaching the Whippets Pre-Prep children , all about the 5 food groups and what makes a healthy lunchbox! Starting healthy habits early for a brighter, stronger future.

11/02/2025
Fresh out of the oven! Jenny and her team prepared delicious quiche for the weekly staff meeting at  this morning. A per...
11/02/2025

Fresh out of the oven! Jenny and her team prepared delicious quiche for the weekly staff meeting at this morning. A perfect way to start the day!

Red Onion Marmadle and Basil Pesto Croissants made by our  students at  🥐 we are super impressed with their first attemp...
04/02/2025

Red Onion Marmadle and Basil Pesto Croissants made by our students at 🥐 we are super impressed with their first attempt at making the laminated yeast dough from scratch 👏

Warm welcomes and delicious bites! We were delighted to cater for the parents' evening at Clifton Preparatory School, No...
27/01/2025

Warm welcomes and delicious bites! We were delighted to cater for the parents' evening at Clifton Preparatory School, Nottingham Road, ensuring families felt right at home as they embark on this exciting journey with their children. Here's to a wonderful school year ahead! ✨🍽️ "

A great start to the year for our team at Queen Nandi Regional Hospital for achieving 100% on their recent National food...
20/01/2025

A great start to the year for our team at Queen Nandi Regional Hospital for achieving 100% on their recent National food service audits. Well done Winnie and team on this fantastic achievement!

There’s something truly nostalgic about a classic fish and chips dish, and we’re delighted to bring that joy to Amberfie...
13/12/2024

There’s something truly nostalgic about a classic fish and chips dish, and we’re delighted to bring that joy to Amberfield Retirement Home! We are delighted to have introduced our special Fish and Chips evening, held once a month, where good food meets great company in a warm and welcoming setting.

A heartfelt congratulations to Winnie and her team at Queen Nandi Regional Hospital for their incredible achievements! T...
13/12/2024

A heartfelt congratulations to Winnie and her team at Queen Nandi Regional Hospital for their incredible achievements! They were awarded certificates and a trophy by the KwaZulu-Natal Department of Health in recognition of their outstanding service, including best performance in SHEQ audits, maintaining the cleanest department, unwavering commitment to patient care, and earning the prestigious 3-Star Service Excellence Trophy.

Shoutout to our incredible team for preparing delicious and nourishing meals for the maternity moms at Mowbray Maternity...
11/12/2024

Shoutout to our incredible team for preparing delicious and nourishing meals for the maternity moms at Mowbray Maternity Hospital. Keep it up team!

A huge shoutout to Barnaby and team for these amazing Christmas themed tea snacks! Your attention to detail and deliciou...
09/12/2024

A huge shoutout to Barnaby and team for these amazing Christmas themed tea snacks! Your attention to detail and delicious offerings truly capture the festive spirit by making this season even more special for our residents at Amberglen Retirement Village

Introducing Legacy, our very own Capitol Caterers coffee range. Available in both whole beans and ground coffee. Our uni...
09/12/2024

Introducing Legacy, our very own Capitol Caterers coffee range. Available in both whole beans and ground coffee.

Our unique blend of coffee is expertly roasted in the serene Midlands of KwaZulu-Natal with

Each batch is carefully curated to evoke rich and nuanced flavours ensuring every cup is a true expression of our passion, culture and legacy.

With over 30 years of expertise as leading contract caterers, this remarkable coffee is a reflection of our core values, quality, sustainability, innovation and client-centricity.

Our Clients are our Family, and we are proud custodians. We look forward to introducing our range within our coffee shops ☕☕☕

We had the privilege of hosting a special lunch to celebrate and connect with our incredible clients from Durban and the...
09/12/2024

We had the privilege of hosting a special lunch to celebrate and connect with our incredible clients from Durban and the surrounding areas. Your support and partnership mean the world to us, and it was a joy to spend time with you in such a relaxed and enjoyable setting.

A big thank you to Al Firenze Restaurant for providing the perfect backdrop, delicious food, and an inviting atmosphere that made the event even more memorable.

Address

121 Jabu Ndlovu Street
Pietermaritzburg
3201

Opening Hours

Monday 08:00 - 16:30
Tuesday 08:00 - 16:30
Wednesday 08:00 - 16:30
Thursday 08:00 - 16:30
Friday 08:00 - 16:30

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