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Free Invoice App for Caterers & Food Businesses in India

Create GST bills for wedding catering, corporate events, tiffin services, and food supply in seconds. Share on WhatsApp. Collect UPI payment instantly.

No credit card Works offline WhatsApp sharing UPI QR code on invoice

Common Problems

Why Caterers need a better billing system

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Every event has a different menu, guest count, and price

Catering invoices are complex — per-head pricing, different menu packages, beverage add-ons, service staff charges, and advance adjustments. Manual calculation leads to errors.

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Advance adjustments are confusing in final billing

Tracking booking advances, incremental charges for guest count changes, and final settlements across multiple WhatsApp conversations is a recipe for disputes.

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Corporate clients need GST invoices

Companies booking corporate lunches, team dinners, or event catering need a proper GST invoice with GSTIN and SAC code for their accounts team. A hand-written bill won't do.

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GST rate for catering is confusing

Catering services can attract 5% GST (without ITC) or 18% GST (with ITC) depending on the service. Getting this wrong creates compliance issues.

How Ozydo Helps

Built for Caterers — not generic business software

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Per-Head and Package Billing

Create line items for 'Veg Lunch Package × 150 persons at ₹350 each' or fixed 'Wedding Buffet Package' with add-ons. Any combination of per-unit and fixed pricing.

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Advance Payment Tracking

Record the booking advance separately. The invoice automatically shows Total, Advance Paid, and Balance Due — making final settlement crystal clear for both parties.

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WhatsApp Invoice in One Tap

Send the final catering bill directly on WhatsApp as a PDF with your business logo, UPI QR code, and payment terms. Clients pay the balance instantly.

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GST at 5% or 18% — Your Choice

Ozydo lets you set 5% GST (composition/no ITC) or 18% GST (with ITC input credit) per line item. Choose the rate appropriate for your catering business registration.

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Multiple Events — Clean Records

Each catering event is a separate invoice. Your dashboard shows all upcoming, paid, and outstanding events at a glance — no more tracking through WhatsApp chats.

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Client Signature on Estimate

Share a catering estimate (menu, per-head rate, advance terms) and get the client's digital signature before the event. Prevents last-minute disputes about what was agreed.

GST for Caterers

Catering services are taxed at 5% GST without ITC (if you do not want to claim input credits) or 18% with ITC (if you want to claim GST paid on raw materials, equipment, etc.). Most small caterers choose 5% as it simplifies compliance. SAC code for catering/food supply services is 996334. If you supply food through a restaurant or canteen under a contract, different rates may apply — consult your CA.

SAC/HSN: 996334GST Rate: 5% or 18%

How It Works

Create your first invoice in under 2 minutes

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Set up your catering business in Ozydo

Enter your business name, GSTIN, UPI ID, and logo. Set your default GST rate to 5% or 18% based on your registration.

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Send a catering estimate with menu details

Create an estimate with the proposed menu, per-head rate, number of guests, and advance payment requirement. Share on WhatsApp for client approval.

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Record the advance payment

When the client pays the booking advance, record it against the estimate. It will automatically deduct from the final bill.

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Create the final invoice after the event

Convert the estimate to an invoice after the event. Add any extra charges for last-minute guest additions, extra items, or overtime. The balance due calculates automatically.

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Share and collect UPI payment

Send the invoice on WhatsApp with the UPI QR code. The client scans and pays the balance in seconds — no bank transfer delays.

Free GST invoice app for Caterers — no credit card, no download

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FAQ

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the GST rate for wedding catering in India?+
Wedding catering services attract 5% GST (without ITC input credit) or 18% GST (with ITC). Most wedding caterers opt for 5% as it is simpler and the overall tax burden is lower. SAC code is 996334. If you also supply raw food materials separately (not as a service), that may attract different rates based on the food items.
Do I need GST registration for catering?+
You need to register for GST only if your annual catering revenue exceeds ₹20 lakh (₹10 lakh in some North-East states). Below this, you can operate without GST registration. For larger events or corporate clients who demand a GST invoice, voluntary registration at any turnover level is possible.
How do I bill a client who increased the guest count last-minute?+
Create the invoice based on the original confirmed count. Add a separate line item for 'Additional guests — last-minute addition: 20 × ₹350' with the incremental charge. The notes section is ideal for explaining the revision.
Can I include alcohol charges in a catering invoice?+
Alcohol is subject to state excise, not GST — so separate billing for alcohol is complex. Most caterers either exclude alcohol from their catering invoice (client arranges separately) or use a flat 'Beverage Package' line item that covers the cost without specific GST on the alcohol component. Consult your CA for your specific state's excise rules.