Film & TV Set Catering in London — Feeding Crew, On Schedule
Feeding a crew is a production task, not a food task. Jaflong Tandoori has run film set catering in London for indie features, streaming series, commercials, and unit shoots for many years. We turn up on time, we hot‑hold through call changes, we know what "10 minutes to lunch break" actually means, and we bring the paperwork your production office asks for.
Halal by default, comprehensive dietary tracker across the crew list, and a menu that varies enough that crew still want it on day 14 of a shoot.
What we bring to set
- Hot‑hold service — Cambro insulated units keep food at safe serving temperature through call sheet slippage. Two‑hour hot‑hold window guaranteed.
- Silent service — trained on‑set etiquette. We don't clatter through a take.
- Dietary tracker per crew list — halal / veg / vegan / GF / nut‑free / dairy‑free reconciled against your call sheet.
- Early‑call service — crew breakfast from 05:00, hot drinks stand available.
- Insurance & paperwork — public liability £5m, FSA 5, RAMS available on request. We fit into your production paperwork.
Sample crew menu at three price points
Crew Standard — from £25 per head
Two mains (one meat, one veg), rice, dhal, roti, salad. Fruit and dessert. Suitable for lunch or dinner break.
Crew Plus — from £25 per head
Three mains, two starters, rice and breads, chutneys, salad bar, two desserts. Feed 40+ crew comfortably.
Talent & Producers — from £35 per head
Plated or premium buffet for talent, execs, or wrap parties. tandoori option on set for feature moments.
Kit we bring
- Cambro hot‑hold units (2‑hour window minimum)
- Chafing dishes, sneeze‑guards, serving tongs
- Biodegradable plates, cutlery, cups; china on Talent & Producers tier
- Hand‑sanitiser station and gloves for self‑serve
- Waste‑out on wrap
Logistics we handle
We work to your call sheet. Confirm crew count and dietary breakdown 24 hours before service. We arrive 45 minutes before the break, set up in your unit base area, serve during the break, and clear before the next set‑up. On location shoots outside our normal 20‑mile radius, we quote per day including travel and any overnight requirements.
Multi‑day shoots: menu rotates so crew don't see the same three dishes. We keep a running dietary tracker across the shoot.
Coverage area
London (all zones) and Home Counties as standard. Regional shoots quoted case‑by‑case. Based in Richmond TW10 — quick access to west London studios (Pinewood, Shepperton, Ealing) and the West End.
What productions say
"We've used Jaflong on three shoots. They understand call sheets and dietary trackers. Crew ask when they're coming back."
— Production Manager, London‑based indie feature
"Halal, veg, GF — all handled without a fuss. And they turn up when they say they will, which is 90% of the job."
— Line Producer, streaming series
Frequently asked questions
What's the minimum crew size?
Twenty covers for on‑location hot service; smaller crews served as drop‑off.
How much notice do you need?
72 hours ideal for standard shoots; same‑day possible subject to kitchen capacity — call 020 8332 1339.
Do you provide RAMS and insurance certs?
Yes — public liability £5m, FSA 5 rating, RAMS on request.
Can you do early breakfast?
Yes — from 05:00 with prior notice. Hot drinks stand available for the shoot day.
Can you handle a wrap party?
Yes — see our canapés & speciality dish counters for premium formats, or private party catering for standard.
Do you invoice production companies directly?
Yes — POs accepted, VAT invoices issued, terms negotiable.
Book crew catering for your shoot
Call 020 8332 1339, WhatsApp +44 7436 026277, or email jaflongcatering@gmail.com. For multi‑day shoots we'll build a bespoke menu rotation.
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