Catering insurance in Tennessee designed to protect your business
NEXT specializes in providing customized insurance for small businesses and the self-employed. We offer affordable coverage tailored to catering business in Tennessee so you are always protected against unpredictable events. The most common insurances packages bought by catering business in Tennessee include:
- General liability
- Workers’ compensation
- Commercial property
You can save up to 25% on catering business insurance in Tennessee
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
PRO
Most Popular
General Liability
Per occurrence
$1 million
Workers’ Comp
Per accident
$500,000
Commercial Property
Per occurrence
$25,000
PRO PLUS
Best Coverage
General Liability
Per occurrence
$1 million
Workers’ Comp
Per accident
$1 million
Commercial Property
Per occurrence
$25,000
Find the right catering business insurance in Tennessee
We have all the business insurance you might need for your catering business in Tennessee. And you save up to 10% when you combine coverage.
General Liability
Bought by 95% of business owners like you
General liability insurance is included in most business insurance packages, including catering business, because it covers the risks that many business owners face every day. It’s not typically required by law, but some clients and agencies could ask you to have a certificate of insurance before they work with you.
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 helps to make sure workers are taken care of if they’re hurt on the job, while also protecting catering business owners from significant financial losses after an accident. It’s legally required in most states for businesses with employees.
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 covers catering business property, which can include the repairs, construction and related expenses if you own the building where you do business. And it can help you whether you lease space or own the property where you work.
commercial property can help you pay for:
Damaged equipment and inventory
Lost income
Operating expenses
How much should a catering like me expect to pay for insurance in Tennessee?
Since every catering business in Tennessee has unique circumstances, the price of business insurance varies. There are a number of factors that we take into consideration when provide an instant quote online, including:
- If you work by yourself or have employees
- Where your work sites are located
- The kind of jobs you usually perform
- How many vehicles you use for your business
Business insurance for catering business in Tennessee can cost as little as $17 per month.
We’ll make this quick. With NEXT, you can get a quote and buy business insurance in less than 10 minutes.
How important is it for a catering in Tennessee to have business insurance?
We know building a small business is an investment. To protect that investment, catering businesses in Tennessee need insurance to avoid financial losses. Business insurance can protect your from:
- Lawsuits. Without insurance, you might have to pay entirely out of pocket after an accident or mistake.
- Damage to the physical items you need to do business.
- Claims of work mistakes or negligence.
- Injuries if an employee gets hurt on the job. Insurance can pay for medical expenses and help cover lost wages.
NEXT is dedicated to helping you find the affordable catering insurance coverage you need to stay protected, meet legal requirements and satisfy your customers.
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 Tennessee?
Yes, NEXT Insurance offers tailored catering business insurance in Tennessee.
Does NEXT Insurance offer Commercial Property coverage for catering business in Tennessee?
Yes, NEXT Insurance offers General Liability, Workers' Compensation, Commercial Property coverage for catering business in Tennessee.
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?
You’ll have instant access to your certificate of insurance 24/7 from your computer or mobile device when you purchase coverage with NEXT. There’s no waiting for anyone, no need to print anything and definitely no fax machines.
If you’re a new or current NEXT Insurance customer, all you need to do is log in to your account and your Live Certificate delivers you the proof of insurance you need instantly, for free.
You can easily share your COI with anyone via email, text message or a social media post.
We provide unlimited certificates and you can also add an additional insured for free. If you decide to change your coverage, your certificate will be automatically updated.
Find out more details about your certificate of insurance.
What do I need to get an insurance quote online?
We keep it simple and straightforward so you can find the coverage that’s right for you within a few minutes. When you start a quote for insurance, we’ll ask you a few basic questions about your business, including: the kind of services you provide, the location of your office or where you plan to work, how many people you employ and how much you pay them and the number and type of vehicles you use for work.
How does the claims process work with NEXT Insurance?
- If you’re a policyholder, you can file a claim any time by logging in to your account at www.nextinsurance.com and clicking the “File a claim” under the "About us" tab. You can expect a call from us shortly after you submit a claim to go over the details.
- If you do not have a policy with us and are filing against one of our policyholders, you can head over to our website at www.nextinsurance.com, select “Help Center” under our “Support” tab, and under “Quick Actions for Customers” click where it says ”Not a policyholder and want to file a claim?”
- If you cannot access your online account and require help from our support team, please visit our online help center.
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* 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.