Catering Insurance in Texas

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Catering insurance in Texas tailored for your business

NEXT customizes insurance for small businesses, including catering business. We help business owners get covered in about 10 minutes online. And you’ll have 24/7 access to services. Insurance packages can be customized to include:

General liability
Workers’ compensation
Commercial property

How NEXT helps catering businesses

You can save up to 25% on catering business insurance in Texas

You can pay for your insurance monthly or annually and you can cancel instantly at any time.

Basic

Lowest Price

General Liability

Per occurrence

$500,000

Workers’ Comp

Per accident

$100,000

Commercial Property

Per occurrence

$25,000

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General Liability

Protection for the injuries, accidents and damage you cause

General liability insurance provides financial protection if an accident happens at your catering business, such as a customer injury or damages to someone’s property. It also provides coverage if you have to defend an accusation of libel or slander.

general liability can help you pay for:

Medical payments

Property damage

Legal fees and judgments

Workers' Compensation

For business owners who hire employees

Workers’ compensation insurance can help pay for medical care and lost wages after a workplace injury. It’s almost always required if your catering business has employees. Choose business owner’s coverage with your policy to protect yourself.

workers compensation can help you pay for:

Medical expenses

Lost wages

Employer liability

Commercial Property

For business owners who own or rent physical spaces

Commercial property insurance can help protect your catering business equipment, inventory and even the building itself if you own it. If your catering business property is damaged due to a covered event, such as a burst water pipe or fire, commercial property insurance can help with replacement costs or repairs as well as the loss of business income while you get back up and running.

commercial property can help you pay for:

Damaged equipment and inventory

Lost income

Operating expenses

How much does it cost to get catering insurance in Texas?

The exact amount that a catering business can expect to pay for business insurance depends on a number of factors, including:

The kind of work you do
How many employees you have
The number of vehicles you use for work
How long you’ve been in the industry

Business insurance typically costs a catering business in Texas about $21 each month.†

You automatically save 10% if you combine more than one type of policy together. For example, if you add a commercial auto policy to your existing general liability policy, you’ll save 10% right off the bat.

What are the catering insurance requirements in Texas?

From your first day of business to your latest employee hire, NEXT is here to help your business thrive. Our flexible small business insurance provides the protection you need to get going and keep on growing. You might need insurance to:

Hire people. Texas business requires workers’ compensation if you have employees.
Drive for work. Business-owned vehicles almost always need commercial auto insurance.
Repair or replace property you own or rent. Protect your inventory, equipment and even the building that you lease or own.
Meet industry standards and state requirements for a catering business.
Grow with your business as you experience fluctuations.

Frequently asked questions about catering business insurance

Here are some of the most common questions we get about catering business insurance. If you don’t find the answers you need here, our licensed, U.S.-based insurance advisors are standing by to help via online chat or phone.

Does NEXT Insurance offer catering business insurance in Texas?

Yes, NEXT Insurance offers tailored catering business insurance in Texas.

Does NEXT Insurance offer Commercial Property coverage for catering business in Texas?

Yes, NEXT Insurance offers General Liability, Workers' Compensation, Commercial Property coverage for catering business in Texas.

How does business insurance protect caterers?

Our catering service insurance packages are designed to protect your business from a variety of risks and help you save money to grow your business. You’ll be protected from financial losses related to:

Damage to someone’s property

A busser accidentally damages counter tops at an event space with your hot pans. The general liability coverage in your insurance package would help pay for repairs.

Accidents that hurt someone

A guest at an event gets a burn from a buffet chafing dish that requires medical attention. Your general liability coverage would also come into play here by helping to pay for medical costs and legal fees.

Workplace injuries

A server trips over a guest’s foot and sprains their ankle. Workers’ compensation coverage with business owner’s coverage can help cover medical bills and lost wages. Workers’ comp is usually required by law if you have employees.

Injuries and damage involving your business vehicles

A driver in front of you stops short to avoid a collision and you rear end them with your catering van. Commercial auto coverage will help pay for the repairs and medical bills. This coverage is also usually required by law for business-owned vehicles.

Damage to your own property

A grease fire breaks out and damages most of your facility’s kitchen. Commercial property insurance can help with replacement or repair costs if your owned or leased property is damaged due to a covered event, such as a burst water pipe, fire, tornado or vandalism.

How can I get a certificate of insurance (COI)?

Once you have a NEXT policy, you’ll have instant access to your certificate of insurance 24/7 via web or app. Log in to your account and download your COI instantly or have it delivered via email or text at no additional cost. Get unlimited certificates and add an additional insured as you need them. Make changes to your coverage and your COI updates automatically.

What do I need to get an insurance quote online?

It takes about 10 minutes to get a consultant business insurance quote online with NEXT. We’ll ask a few questions about your business — like what you do, your location, how many people you employ and the vehicles you use for work. You’ll choose your options and see prices. If you like what you see, you can buy online and get a certificate of insurance (proof of insurance) on the spot.

How do you file an insurance claim with NEXT?

If you’re a policyholder, simply log in to your account and file a claim. We will contact you shortly after you submit to go over the details. Our support team is standing by to help.

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Coverage on-the-go for policyholders

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More professions that are covered by NEXT

Bakery, Butcher Shop, Catering, Coffee Shop, Farmers Market, Food Cart, Food Truck, Grocery Store, Personal Chef, Restaurant

* To the extent permitted by law, applicants are individually underwritten, not all applicants may qualify. Individual rates and savings vary and are subject to change. Discounts and savings are available where state laws and regulations allow, and may vary by state. Certain discounts apply to specific coverages only.