Coffee on Cue’s story began in 2013 in Melbourne with a single coffee cart and a clear mission: to bring the same cafe-quality coffee we all love into the events landscape. They provided coffee carts for corporate events, activations, conferences, and trade shows, setting a new standard for coffee at these gatherings.
In the last 5 years, Coffee on Cue has grown and expanded its services well beyond event catering, now offering three distinct solutions to meet the diverse needs of coffee lovers.
- For workplaces, their tailored coffee solutions bring cafe-quality coffee directly to offices, boosting morale and fostering team connection with barista-led experiences, self-managed in-house cafes, or fully automated coffee machines.
- Their premium mobile coffee cart hire continues to elevate events with sophistication and expertise, backed by over 15,000 successful events and 800+ glowing Google reviews.
- Additionally, Coffee on Cue has ventured into homes with its specialty coffee beans, offering expertly crafted blends like the flagship Elevate Blend and rich Classic Blend, designed to satisfy every coffee enthusiast’s palate.
Coffee on Cue’s growth has been remarkable. To date, they have served 2.4M+ cups across 15,000+ events and partnered with 10,000+ companies to elevate workplace and event coffee experiences.
At its core, Coffee on Cue is driven by a greater purpose: to foster belonging and well-being in workplaces, events, and communities by transforming everyday moments with exceptional coffee. With a deep passion for people and service, Coffee on Cue cultivates connection, collaboration, and culture—one cup at a time.
A Shift Towards Sustainable and ‘Waste-Free’ Events
Coffee on Cue has always placed a strong emphasis on quality, offering barista-crafted beverages that rival Melbourne's renowned specialty coffee culture. As the industry evolved, so too did the expectations of clients and their guests. Over the past five years, a notable shift has occurred toward events that prioritise waste minimisation and circular economy solutions.
Coffee on Cue embraced this movement, aligning its operations and partnerships with a growing focus on environmental, social, and governance (ESG) objectives. By championing products like BioPak's certified industrially compostable BioCups and Lids (certified to AS4736 Australian and EN13432 European Standards), the company has strengthened its position as a preferred responsible service provider.
Partnerships That Support ESG Goals
At Coffee on Cue, sustainability is woven into every aspect of their business. Many of their corporate clients have adopted ambitious ESG (environmental, social, and governance) or CSR (corporate social responsibility) frameworks, striving to reduce their environmental impact. Coffee on Cue proudly supports these efforts by providing sustainable coffee solutions that benefit both people and the planet.
Their approach to sustainability is holistic, starting with responsibly sourced coffee beans and extending to sustainable packaging, waste reduction initiatives, and community impact. Coffee on Cue’s 3R’s Approach to Coffee Sustainability: Responsible Sourcing, Roasting With Care, and Recycling Waste ensures every step of the coffee journey contributes to a better future.
- Responsible Sourcing: Every coffee bean is meticulously traced to its origin, ensuring ethical and transparent sourcing practices. This commitment to traceability supports fair trade and sustainable farming, ensuring that every cup of coffee has a positive impact.
- Roasting With Care: Coffee on Cue uses state-of-the-art energy-efficient roasting methods, minimising their carbon footprint while pursuing the perfect roast. Their process ensures that sustainability and quality go hand in hand.
- Recycling Waste: Waste coffee grounds are transported to energy rejuvenation facilities, where they are transformed into green energy. This initiative closes the loop on organic waste, turning every coffee moment into an opportunity to create renewable energy.
Coffee on Cue’s sustainability efforts are delivered through partnerships with like-minded organisations:
- BioPak: Provides industrially certified compostable packaging solutions designed for the circular economy.
- Go Zero Waste: Helps convert waste coffee grounds into green energy.
- EcoBarista: Supplies recyclable coffee bean packaging.
- Good-Edi: Offers edible coffee cups that reduce waste while delivering a unique, enjoyable experience.
Additional efforts include reusable branded coffee cart panels designed for repeated use to reduce waste and the adoption of coffee tubs as a sustainable alternative to plastic packaging.
Together, these initiatives showcase Coffee on Cue’s unwavering commitment to sustainability while helping their partners achieve their ESG goals—one cup of coffee at a time.
Sustainable Swaps: The Compostable Cup Story
Coffee on Cue has long served its hot brews in BioCups, but one of their most impactful recent transitions has been shifting from plastic cold coffee cups, lids, and straws to BioPak’s compostable Clear BioCups, Lids, and BioStraws. This move further aligns with their commitment to sustainability and waste reduction.
Swapping Cold Coffee Plastic Cups to Clear BioCups
The choice to use Clear BioCups for their cold drinks has been a game-changer for Coffee on Cue’s events. These cups are a better alternative to conventional plastic cups. Our Clear BioCups are made from PLA bioplastic and are certified industrially compostable to Australian AS4736 and European EN13432 Standards.
Swapping Cold Coffee Plastic Lids to Flat Clear BioCup Lids
These Flat Clear BioCup Lids are specially designed for the Clear BioCup range. They fit 300, 360, 420, 500, 600, and 700ml sizes with a secure, leak-free fit every time. Made from PLA bioplastic, these lids are certified as industrially compostable to both Australian Standards AS4736 and European EN13432 standards.
Swapping Plastic Straws to BioStraws
The paper BioStraws are made from 3-ply premium-grade FSC™ Mix-certified paper. Available in various shapes and colours, BioStraws is a high-quality, sustainable solution to traditional plastic straws. Plus, they are certified home compostable to European standards (NF T51-800), making them an ideal choice for sustainable event catering.
Leading with Purpose
Coffee on Cue operates with a Profit for Purpose ethos, integrating sustainability into every layer of its operations. From responsibly sourced coffee beans to providing circular economy solutions for events, the business is reshaping what it means to offer a premium coffee experience.
Their efforts have not gone unnoticed, with Coffee on Cue being selected as the preferred supplier for high-profile clients like Toyota, Forefront Events, Amazon, TikTok, JLL, and Mercedes.
Coffee on Cue’s journey exemplifies how businesses can combine exceptional service with a commitment to better practices. Through partnerships with organisations like BioPak and a focus on aligning with ESG goals, they continue to redefine coffee at events and workplaces, delivering not only quality but also a positive impact.
