Equipment for a banquet & wedding catering
| Equipment | Standard model | Price from |
|---|---|---|
| Bulk Cooking Range | Single burner 600×600×450 mm, 3-ring 75 | ₹39,000 |
| Tilting Bratt Pan | 80 L, 10 mm SS-clad base | ₹2,52,000 |
| Steam Jacketed Kettle | 100 L, SS 304 inner shell | ₹2,94,000 |
| Food Warmer | Heated cabinet, 3 shelves | ₹45,000 |
| Chafing Dish | 9 L rectangular, roll-top lid | ₹4,900 |
| Buffet Counter | 8 ft, hot wells + cold well | ₹1,19,000 |
| Food Delivery Trolley | 3 shelf, SS 304 | ₹36,500 |
| Gas Tandoor | SS 304 drum, clay pot 24″ | ₹53,000 |
Landed setup cost in Melbourne
Estimates for a typical equipment package, including freight, insurance, duty, taxes and local delivery:
| Size | Equipment ex-works | Landed |
|---|---|---|
| Small — up to 100 meals a day / 40 covers | ₹9,72,400 | AUD 23,362 (₹13,55,023) |
| Medium — 100 to 500 meals a day / 80–120 covers | ₹19,44,800 | AUD 43,793 (₹25,40,003) |
| Large — 500 to 2,000 meals a day | ₹38,18,400 | AUD 82,097 (₹47,61,624) |
Rates as of October 2026. Build your own list in the kitchen setup estimator.
How we deliver a banquet & wedding catering project
- Survey and brief — menu, meals per day, space and utilities (video survey for overseas sites).
- Layout and equipment schedule — 2D layout, gas, water, drain and power points.
- Fabrication — SS 304 at our Navi Mumbai factory, with inspection before dispatch.
- Shipping and clearance — crated and shipped to Sydney / Melbourne, documents for customs.
- Handover and service — staff training, warranty and AMC.
Compliance in Australia
Kitchens in Melbourne are checked against AGA gas certification, RCM electrical, FSANZ. Supply is 230 V / 400 V, 50 Hz and kitchens commonly run on Natural gas, LPG. We build hoods, gas trains and drainage to suit.
Why Fabrrinox Potnis
- Spares and serviceBurners, valves, castors and filters stocked; service by our team in India and partners abroad.
- Export readySeaworthy crating, HS-coded invoices, certificate of origin and documents for customs.
- Design to handoverLayout drawings, fabrication, delivery, installation, gas and exhaust commissioning, and AMC.
- Since 2004Founded by Mr Dilip Potnis, with 35+ years of commercial kitchen experience behind the designs.
FAQs: Banquet & Wedding Catering in Melbourne
What equipment does a banquet & wedding catering need?
A typical banquet & wedding catering needs bulk cooking range, tilting bratt pan, steam jacketed kettle, food warmer, chafing dish and buffet counter, plus SS work tables, sinks and racking. The exact list depends on menu and meals per day; we prepare it with the layout.
How much does it cost to set up a banquet & wedding catering in Melbourne?
Our estimate for a small setup is about AUD 23,362, medium about AUD 43,793 and large about AUD 82,097, landed with freight, duty and taxes. Civil, electrical and HVAC works are extra.
How long does the project take?
Design 1–2 weeks, fabrication 4–6 weeks, sea transit 22–28 days to Sydney / Melbourne, then clearance and installation.
Do you provide the kitchen layout and drawings?
Yes. For complete kitchens we provide a 2D layout, equipment schedule, and gas, water, drain and power points at no charge once the order is confirmed.
Which approvals should the kitchen meet in Australia?
Plan for AGA gas certification, RCM electrical, FSANZ. We design to these and share technical sheets your consultant needs.
Do you offer maintenance after installation?
Yes: annual maintenance contracts with preventive visits, exhaust cleaning and spare parts through partners or scheduled service trips.