10 people
1 Sandwich Ring (Wellsley Farms) + 1 Buffalo Wing tray + cookies.
2026 Warehouse Club Catering Guide
BJ's Catering Guide (2026): Platters, Prices & Is It Worth It for Office Catering?
BJ's catering platters start at $39.99 and serve up to 25 people. Member-only pickup with 24-hour lead time. See real prices and how it stacks up.
BJ's Wholesale Club is the smallest of the three major US warehouse clubs, with a footprint concentrated across the Northeast, Mid-Atlantic, and Southeast and an active expansion into the Midwest and inland South. For members in BJ's territory, the catering program is genuinely competitive — sandwich rings start at $39.99 (serves 12–15) and the 20–25-person Entertainer Platter is $54.99, putting per-person cost in the $2.20–$3.30 range. Selection is narrower than Costco's and ordering happens in-club or at BJs.com/partyplanning. This guide covers what BJ's actually offers, with prices pulled directly from BJ's official deli order form.
BJ's at a Glance
Starting Price
From $39.99 per platter
Lead Time
24 hours (made fresh to order)
Membership Required
Yes — Club or Club+ tier
Format
In-club pickup
BJ's Catering Menu (2026 Update)
BJ's organizes catering around four pillars: deli platters, sandwich platters and party subs, fresh-made hot trays (chicken bites, wings, meatballs), and bakery (custom cakes, cookie & brownie platters, breakfast platters). All deli platters and fresh-made meals are made fresh to order and require 24 hours' notice. Online ordering is available at BJs.com/partyplanning, or you can order in-club at the deli counter.
Sandwich Rings & Party Subs
BJ's sandwich rings and 3-foot heroes are made on Wellsley Farms or Dietz & Watson breads with full-size deli meats, and they're the best per-person value on the menu. The 3-foot Italian Hero is the heavyweight option for an office crowd.
| Item | Price | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Sandwich Ring — Wellsley Farms (serves 12–15) | $39.99 | Honey ham, oven-roasted turkey, Swiss, lettuce, tomato. |
| Sandwich Ring — Dietz & Watson (serves 12–15) | $49.99 | Virginia ham, Black Forest turkey, Colby Jack, lettuce, tomato. |
| 3' American Hero Sub — Wellsley Farms (serves 10–12) | $39.99 | Roast beef, ham, oven-roasted turkey, American cheese. |
| 3' Italian Hero Sub — Wellsley Farms (serves 10–12) | $39.99 | Pepperoni, capicola, salami, mortadella, ham, provolone. |
| Mini Croissant Platter — Wellsley Farms (serves 10–15) | $39.99 | 30 mini sandwiches — ham, roast beef, oven-roasted turkey. |
Entertainer & Specialty Platters
The Entertainer Platter is BJ's flagship 20–25-person spread — a meat-and-cheese tray with two cheeses and four to five deli meats. The Lighter Fare option swaps in reduced-sodium turkey and lacey Swiss for health-conscious offices.
| Item | Price | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Entertainer Platter — Wellsley Farms (serves 20–25) | $54.99 | Honey ham, roast beef, oven-roasted turkey, oven-roasted chicken, provolone, American. |
| Entertainer Platter — Dietz & Watson (serves 20–25) | $59.99 | London broil roast beef, Homestyle turkey, maple-and-honey turkey, Virginia ham, American. |
| Lighter Fare Platter — Wellsley Farms (serves 20–25) | $54.99 | Reduced-sodium turkey, smoked turkey, ham, oven-roasted chicken, lacey Swiss, 2% American. |
| Italian Meat & Cheese Platter — Citterio (serves 20–25) | $49.99 | Pepperoni, capicola, salami, mortadella, prosciutto, provolone. |
Hot & Fresh-Made Trays
BJ's fresh-made hot trays are designed to heat in the oven and serve. The Wing Platter (5 lbs) is the standout for hot food at an office event; the smaller 2.4-lb chicken trays work for snacks or pairing with a sandwich ring.
| Item | Price | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Wing Platter (5 lbs, serves 8–10) | $23.99 | Hot Wings and BBQ Wings on one platter. |
| Buffalo Glazed Chicken Wings (2.4 lbs, serves 4–5) | $12.99 | Heat-and-serve buffalo wings. |
| Honey BBQ Glazed Chicken Wings (2.4 lbs, serves 4–5) | $12.99 | Heat-and-serve BBQ wings. |
| Hot & Spicy Boneless Chicken Bites (2.4 lbs, serves 4–5) | $12.99 | Heat-to-serve spicy boneless bites. |
| Breaded Boneless Chicken Tenders (2.4 lbs, serves 4–5) | $12.99 | Great for wraps, salads, or dipping. |
| Homestyle Chicken Bites (2–2.5 lbs, serves 4–5) | $10.99 | Customize with your own sauce. |
| Popcorn Chicken (2.4 lbs, serves 4–5) | $10.99 | Snack-size bites; good appetizer. |
| Meatballs in Pomodoro Sauce (serves 8–10) | $19.99 | Italian-style meatballs with romano cheese. |
Bakery — Custom Cakes & Platters
BJ's bakery handles the standard catering-dessert workload — custom cakes from 5" rounds up to full sheets, cookie and brownie platters that scale to 90 servings, and a breakfast platter for morning meetings. Decorating options on the order form include trim color, writing, cake themes, and a Photo Cake option (supply your own photo). Seasonal and specialty cakes (cheesecakes, carrot cake, tiramisu, and others) come and go through the year — confirm your local club's current assortment before planning around one.
Cake sizes & servings (BJ's standard menu)
| Item | Price |
|---|---|
| 5" Round Cake | Serves 6–8 |
| Quarter Sheet Cake | Serves 12–24 |
| Half Sheet Cake | Serves 20–30 |
| Full Sheet Cake | Serves 60–75 |
| Round Two-Tiered Cake | Serves approx. 45 |
| 12 Large Iced Cupcakes (gold or chocolate) | Pre-set serving |
| 24 Mini Cupcakes | Serves 12–24 |
Specialty bakery items
Seasonal and assortment items — cheesecakes, carrot cake, tiramisu, cookies & cream, and other rotating cakes — are available at some clubs and not others. Always confirm by phone before counting on a specific specialty item.
| Item | Price | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Cookie & Brownie Platter | Serves 45–90 | Also available as Brownie-only or Cookie-only platters. |
| Breakfast Platter (Mini Danish & Mini Muffins) | Serves 30–40 | Fruit not included. |
| Photo Cake (sheet cake with supplied photo) | Standard cake pricing | No charge for photo or kit; ask in-club for max image size. |
BJ's Catering Prices (2026)
All prices listed above are pulled from BJ's official deli order form and Party Planning Guide. Prices and availability vary by club and at BJs.com — check your local club for current SKUs. Membership is required to place catering orders. The lead time for deli platters and fresh-made meals is 24 hours (BJ's order form: "Made fresh to order. Please allow 24 hours for pickup. Need it sooner than 24 hours? See a BJ's team member for assistance.").
BJ's per-person cost for office catering runs roughly $2.20–$3.30 per person for the value sandwich rings and entertainer platters, and $4–$6 per person for a fuller spread (sandwich ring + entertainer platter + sides + dessert). That's at the low end of the warehouse-club range and well below most restaurant catering.
Portion Calculator
Spreads scaled to common office headcounts. Numbers based on BJ's published platter prices; sheet-cake price varies by club.
25 people
1 Entertainer Platter (Wellsley Farms) + 1 Sandwich Ring + 1 Wing Platter (5 lb) + Cookie & Brownie Platter.
50 people
2 Entertainer Platters + 2 Sandwich Rings + 2 Wing Platters + Half Sheet Cake + Cookie & Brownie Platter.
How Much BJ's Catering to Order
Sandwich rings serve 12–15 and 3-foot heroes serve 10–12. Entertainer platters serve 20–25. Wing platters (5 lbs) feed 8–10; 2.4-lb chicken trays feed 4–5. For a complete office spread, plan one main protein (sandwich ring or 3-foot sub), one entertainer platter for groups over 15, and a dessert platter sized for your headcount.
BJ's Catering Hacks
Order Online at BJs.com/partyplanning
BJ's has a real online catering catalog at BJs.com/partyplanning — you can submit deli platter, fresh-made meal, and bakery orders directly. The printable PDF order forms (linked from the Party Planning page) describe every item by name and brand, so you can reference a specific platter when calling the deli counter.
The Wellsley Farms Entertainer Platter Is the Sweet Spot
At $54.99 for 20–25 servings, this is BJ's best per-person value for a cold protein spread. Pair it with a $39.99 sandwich ring and a Cookie & Brownie Platter and you've covered a 25-person event for ~$140 ($5.60/person).
Plan for In-Club Pickup
BJ's catering is fulfilled at the deli counter for in-club pickup. Plan to collect your order 30–60 minutes before your event. Some markets offer same-day grocery delivery via Instacart for select trays, but it's not a built-in catering feature — confirm with your local club.
Sandwich Rings & Hero Subs Hold Up Well
A 3-foot Italian Hero or sandwich ring stays fresh for 3–4 hours at room temperature. Entertainer platters with sliced cheese hold up 2+ hours. Set out food no more than 30 minutes before start time.
Use the Photo Cake Option for Themed Events
For company milestones, BJ's Photo Cake option lets you supply a photo or logo with your order — no charge for the photo or kit. Combine it with the bakery's standard decorating options (trim color, writing, cake theme) for a branded cake without a custom-design fee.
24-Hour Notice Is Standard, But Plan Earlier
BJ's official order form requires 24 hours' notice for deli platters and fresh-made meals. For large orders (50+ people) or specialty cakes, call your local deli 2–3 days in advance to confirm availability and lock in your slot.
Common Mistakes
- Assuming all clubs carry the same items. Availability and pricing vary by club and at BJs.com.
- Ordering with less than 24 hours' notice. BJ's deli is made-fresh-to-order; same-day requests need a deli team member's help and may not be honored.
- Ordering a half-sheet cake for 50 people. A half sheet serves 20–30; a full sheet serves 60–75.
- Trying to use catering ordering without a membership. Catering requires an active BJ's membership.
- Confusing the Wing Platter (5 lbs) with the small 2.4-lb chicken trays. The 5-lb platter serves 8–10; the 2.4-lb trays serve 4–5.
BJ's vs. Costco vs. Sam's Club
How BJ's stacks up against the other major warehouse clubs for office catering.
| BJ's | Costco | Sam's Club | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Per-Platter Starting Price | $39.99 (sandwich ring) | ~$32 (sandwich platter) | ~$36 (sandwich platter) |
| Per-Person Cost (full spread) | $5–$8 | $5–$9 | $5–$8 |
| Membership Required? | Yes (Club or Club+) | Yes (Gold Star or Executive) | Yes (Club or Plus) |
| Online Catering Ordering | Yes (BJs.com/partyplanning) | Yes (costco.com) | Yes (samsclub.com) |
| Pickup/Delivery | In-club pickup standard | In-club pickup standard | In-club pickup standard |
| Min Lead Time | 24 hours | 24–48 hours | 24–48 hours |
| Platter Variety | Solid (multiple brands — Wellsley Farms, Dietz & Watson, Citterio) | Excellent | Good |
| Hot Food Options | Solid (wings, chicken bites, meatballs) | Varies by club (rotisserie chicken, hot wings, prepared trays) | Varies by club |
| Custom Cakes | Yes — Photo Cake plus standard decorating options | Yes (48h notice) | Yes (48h notice) |
| Geographic Coverage | Northeast, Mid-Atlantic, Southeast & expanding into Midwest / inland South | National | National |
| Best For | Members in BJ's footprint who want low per-person platter cost | Reliability + national access | Bulk orders + national access |
All three operate on the same warehouse-club model — membership-required, in-club pickup, bulk platters at low per-person cost. BJ's is smaller in footprint but offers competitive per-person pricing for members in its territory, with multiple deli brand tiers (Wellsley Farms value, Dietz & Watson premium, Citterio Italian). Costco remains the broadest national option; Sam's Club is competitive on bulk pricing.
Is BJ's Catering Good for Office Lunches?
For members in BJ's geographic footprint, BJ's catering is a strong value. Sandwich rings and entertainer platters at $39.99–$59.99 are competitive with — and often cheaper per person than — restaurant catering. The hot-tray selection (wings, chicken bites, meatballs) covers most casual office events, and the bakery handles standard custom-cake needs with a Photo Cake option for branded events.
The trade-offs: 24-hour lead time means it's not great for last-minute orders, in-club pickup means someone on your team has to fetch the order, and selection varies by club. For straightforward, value-focused office events where someone can pick up, BJ's holds up against Costco and Sam's Club. For events that need delivery, per-person packaging, or dietary labeling, a restaurant-style caterer is a better fit.
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Frequently Asked Questions
How much does BJ's catering cost per person?
BJ's sandwich rings run $39.99 (serves 12–15) and 3-foot subs run $39.99 (serves 10–12), or about $2.65–$4 per person. The Wellsley Farms Entertainer Platter is $54.99 for 20–25 servings — about $2.20–$2.75 per person. A complete spread (sandwich ring + entertainer + wings + dessert) typically lands at $5–$8 per person.
Where does BJ's Wholesale Club operate?
BJ's operates across the Northeast, Mid-Atlantic, and Southeast, with active expansion into the Midwest and inland South. Use the club locator at bjs.com to confirm your nearest club; coverage has expanded considerably in recent years and the state list keeps growing.
Do I need a BJ's membership to order catering?
Yes — BJ's catering is for members only. BJ's offers two membership tiers (Club and Club+); current pricing is on bjs.com/membership. Non-members cannot place catering orders through the deli or BJs.com/partyplanning.
Does BJ's deliver catering to offices?
BJ's catering is fulfilled as in-club pickup at the deli counter. Some markets offer same-day delivery of select grocery items via Instacart, but it's not a built-in catering feature — confirm with your local club before assuming delivery is available.
How far in advance do I need to order BJ's catering?
BJ's official order form requires 24 hours' notice — items are made fresh to order. If you need it sooner, ask a BJ's team member; same-day requests are handled case-by-case. For large orders or specialty cakes, plan 2–3 days ahead.
Can I order BJ's catering online?
Yes. BJ's has an online catering catalog at BJs.com/partyplanning and printable PDF order forms for the deli counter and bakery. You can submit orders online, by phone, or in-club at the deli counter.
What is the best BJ's catering item for office events?
The Wellsley Farms Entertainer Platter ($54.99, serves 20–25) is BJ's flagship per-person value. Pair it with a $39.99 sandwich ring and a Cookie & Brownie Platter for a complete 25-person spread under $140. For all-day events, the Cookie & Brownie Platter (serves 45–90) is the dessert sweet spot.
How does BJ's catering compare to Costco and Sam's Club?
All three are membership-required with in-club pickup and 24+ hour lead times. BJ's offers multiple deli brand tiers (Wellsley Farms value, Dietz & Watson premium, Citterio Italian) that the others don't match. Costco has the broadest national selection; Sam's Club is competitive on bulk. Choose based on geographic access and which deli brands you prefer.
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