About Us

Our job is to make your job easier, and it’s our people who make that promise real, one delivery, one event, and one perfectly set table at a time.

Our Story

Since 1985, Royal Catering has been helping organizations across Dallas-Fort Worth host successful meetings, events, and celebrations. Family-owned for more than 40 years and based in Richardson, we’ve built our reputation on one simple belief: our job is to make our clients’ jobs easier.From daily office lunches and executive meetings to university events, nonprofit galas, school functions, and large corporate receptions, our team is committed to delivering exceptional food, dependable service, and a seamless experience from start to finish.Many of our clients have trusted Royal Catering for years, and many of our employees have been part of the Royal family for just as long. Those lasting relationships are at the heart of everything we do and are the reason so many clients choose us again and again.

Royal Catering buffet setup at a full-service event
40+
Years Serving DFW
45
Team Members
9+
Avg. Years of Tenure
1
Mission: Make Your Job Easier

Meet the Royal Team

Behind every successful event is a team dedicated to making the planning process as easy and stress-free as possible.

From sales and marketing to operations, culinary, and client service, every member of the Royal team plays an important role in delivering the experience our clients have come to expect. Get to know the people behind every menu, every delivery, and every event.

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Leadership
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Leslie

General Manager

More than 15 years with Royal Catering, working closely with every department to make sure each client’s experience is seamless.

Joined Royal in 2011

Favorite Menu ItemCreamy Lemon Herb Salmon
Outside of WorkBaking, reading & watching documentaries
Vanessa, Director of Sales

Vanessa

Director of Sales

13+ years helping DFW clients create successful events, leading our sales team with responsiveness and collaboration.

Joined Royal in 2013

Favorite Menu ItemBuild Your Own Bowls
Outside of WorkSpending time with family
Hannah, Director of Marketing

Hannah

Director of Marketing

A third-generation member of the family behind Royal Catering, leading brand, digital, and client engagement since 2022.

Joined Royal in 2016

Favorite Menu ItemAnything Tex-Mex
Outside of WorkYoga & Pottery
Our Team
Jesus, Sales Manager

Jesus

Sales Manager

Joined Royal in 2016

Favorite Menu ItemBuild Your Own Bowls
Outside of WorkCreating lifestyle content
Cinthia, Operations Manager

Cinthia

Operations Manager

Joined Royal in 2016

Favorite Menu ItemCarne Asada
Outside of WorkRelaxing with a facial or massage
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Naomi

Bakery Manager

Joined Royal in 2022

Favorite Menu ItemPeach Cobbler
Outside of WorkWalking her dog & exploring hiking trails
Rachel, Marketing Manager

Rachel

Marketing Manager

Joined Royal in 2024

Favorite Menu ItemElote Station
Outside of WorkPilates & watching reality TV
Jennifer, Customer Service Representative

Jennifer

Customer Service Representative

Joined Royal in 2019

Favorite Menu ItemBuild Your Own Walking Nachos
Outside of WorkConcerts & exploring matcha shops and restaurants
Jessica, Customer Service Representative

Jessica

Customer Service Representative

Joined Royal in 2024

Favorite Menu ItemBYO Mediterranean Bowl
Outside of WorkPainting, shopping & trying new coffee spots
Merry, Customer Service Representative

Merry

Customer Service Representative

Joined Royal in 2023

Favorite Menu ItemBuild Your Own Mac & Cheese Bowl
Outside of WorkExploring new places, painting, walks & movies
Emily, Customer Service Representative

Emily

Customer Service Representative

Joined Royal in 2025

Favorite Menu ItemBuild Your Own Burrito Bowl
Outside of WorkBaking
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Leah

Invoicing & Accounts Receivable Manager

Joined Royal in 2001

Favorite Menu ItemMesquite Grilled Chicken Strips with Curry Dip
Outside of WorkShopping, reading & relaxing by the pool
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Stacey

Invoicing & Accounts Receivable

Joined Royal in 2018

Favorite Menu ItemBBQ Brisket
Outside of WorkSpending time with family, reading & traveling
Jacqueline, Customer Service Representative

Jacqueline

Customer Service Representative

Joined Royal in 2026

Getting to know the Royal family. Bio coming soon!
Alan Sweitzer, Chief Executive Officer

Alan Sweitzer

Chief Executive Officer

I began my hospitality career in 1985 while attending Texas Tech University and joined Marriott Hotels after graduation. Over the next 18 years, I held leadership positions in food and beverage operations, sales, marketing, and customer relationship management, building a strong foundation in hospitality and client service.Royal Catering has been family-owned since 1985, and I have had the privilege of leading the company as CEO since 2001. Together with our incredible team, I’ve focused on building a company dedicated to elevating the office catering experience. Today, Royal Catering proudly serves businesses, colleges and universities, schools, healthcare organizations, and government agencies throughout the Dallas-Fort Worth Metroplex.The most rewarding part of my role is investing in our people. Building a strong team, developing future leaders, and creating opportunities for others to succeed is what drives me every day.

Joined Royal In2001
Favorite Menu ItemTLAT Sandwich
Outside of WorkWorking out

Our Service Ambassadors

The friendly faces you’ll see at your office or event are more than delivery drivers. They’re Royal Catering Service Ambassadors.Our Service Ambassadors arrive on time, professionally set and style each buffet, assist guests when needed, and help ensure every event runs smoothly. Their professionalism, consistency, and attention to detail have earned them security badge access at businesses throughout the Dallas-Fort Worth Metroplex, a level of trust we’re proud to have built over decades of service.When a Royal Service Ambassador arrives, you can expect the same level of care, professionalism, and attention to detail that we would provide if we were hosting the event ourselves.

Royal Catering Service Ambassadors team

Let’s Cater Your Next Event

From daily office lunches to full-service receptions, the Royal team is ready to make it effortless.

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