What We're Serving Today
Nationwide
Wednesday 22 July
Cheesy Beef
Pasta Bake
Beef mince in a tomato-based sauce with vegetables and Italian herbs, served with pasta and cheese sauce
Contains: Gluten, Wheat, Milk, Soy
*see exceptions below
All of our meals are prepared without tree nuts, peanuts, pork, molluscs, crustaceans, fish or kiwifruit as ingredients.
What We're Serving Today
Nationwide
Friday 24 July
Creamy Chicken Meatballs and Potatoes
Chicken meatballs and soft potato cubes in a smooth, cheesy vegetable sauce.
Contains Milk, Soy
*see exceptions below
All of our meals are prepared without kiwifruit, peanuts, tree nuts, molluscs, crustaceans, pork or fish as ingredients.
What We're Serving Today
Selected Schools Waikato, Palmerston North, Christchurch and Dunedin*
Monday 29 June
Jungle Chicken Curry with Rice
Tender pieces of chicken and vegetables simmered in a mild coconut curry sauce with gentle spices on rice
*check with your local Area Manager for details
All of our meals are prepared without tree nuts, peanuts, pork, molluscs, crustaceans, fish or kiwifruit as ingredients.
What We're Serving Today
Nationwide
Thursday 23 July
Chicken Burrito Rice Bowl
Sliced chicken with beans and vegetables in a mild Mex-style sauce, served over rice
All of our meals are prepared without tree nuts, peanuts, pork, molluscs, crustaceans, fish or kiwifruit as ingredients.
What We're Serving Today
Nationwide
Monday 10th August
Rich Gravy on Beef Rissoles & Potatoes
2 Beef Rissoles with chunky potatoes and gravy.
Contains Gluten, Wheat, Milk, Soy, Sulphites
MENU CODE: RED28036
All of our meals are prepared without kiwifruit, peanuts, tree nuts, molluscs, crustaceans, pork or fish as ingredients.
What We're Serving Today
Nationwide
Monday 20 July
Beef Rissoles
With chunky potatoes and gravy.
Contains Gluten, Wheat, Milk, Soy, Sulphites
All of our meals are prepared without kiwifruit, peanuts, tree nuts, molluscs, crustaceans, pork or fish as ingredients.
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What We're Serving Today
Nationwide*
Friday 26 June
Butter Chicken
and Veg on Rice
Juicy chicken and vegetables in a creamy butter chicken sauce served on rice.
*see exceptions below
All of our meals are prepared without tree nuts, peanuts, pork, molluscs, crustaceans, fish or kiwifruit as ingredients.
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What We're Serving Today
Nationwide
Tuesday 28 July
Beef Cottage Pie made with a Beef and Soy Protein Blend
A hearty beef and vegetable filling topped with potato mash
Contains Gluten, Wheat, Milk, Soy, Sulphites
All of our meals are prepared without kiwifruit, peanuts, tree nuts, molluscs, crustaceans, pork or fish as ingredients.
What We're Serving Today
Nationwide
Monday 27 July
Beef Meatballs with Vegeful Sauce on Pasta
Tender beef meatballs served on pasta and topped with a vegetable rich tomato sauce made with carrot, onion and Italian herbs.
Contains Wheat, Gluten, Soy, Milk
All of our meals are prepared without kiwifruit, peanuts, tree nuts, molluscs, crustaceans, pork or fish as ingredients.
What We're Serving Today
Selected schools Waikato, Mt Maunganui, Auckland, Te Tai Tokerau*
Thursday 2nd April
Margherita Scroll
Batch baked bread scrolls with tomato and cheese topping
Contains Wheat, Gluten, Milk, Soy
* Check with your local area manager for details
Our menu does not contain tree nuts, peanuts, pork, seafood or kiwifruit.
What We're Serving Today
Nationwide
Wednesday 17th June
Country Chicken Meatballs with Potatoes
Succulent chicken meatballs served with vegetables and tender potatoes in a light, savoury gravy.
Contains Milk, Soy, Sulphites
Our menu does not contain tree nuts, peanuts, pork, seafood or kiwifruit.
What We're Serving Today
Nationwide*
Thursday 25 June
Savoury Minced Beef and Potatoes
Hearty beef mince with mixed vegetables in a savoury sauce, served with soft potato cubes.
*see exceptions below
All of our meals are prepared without kiwifruit, peanuts, tree nuts, molluscs, crustaceans, pork or fish as ingredients
What We're Serving Today
Selected Schools Taranaki and Palmerston North*
Thursday 2nd April
Chicken Pesto Pasta Salad
Pasta tossed with tender chicken, vegetables and a creamy pesto-style dressing, finished with cheese.
Contains Egg, Gluten, Wheat, Milk
*Check with your local area manager for details
Our menu does not contain tree nuts, peanuts, pork, seafood or kiwifruit.
What We're Serving Today
Nationwide
21 July
Beef Bolognese with Pasta
Beef bolognese prepared with a tomato-based sauce with vegetables and Italian herbs, served with pasta.
Contains: Gluten, Wheat
All of our meals are prepared without tree nuts, peanuts, pork, molluscs, crustaceans, fish or kiwifruit as ingredients.
What We're Serving Today
Christchurch, Southland, selected schools Palmerston North*
Thursday 25 June
Tex-Mex Beef with Rice
Seasoned beef mince with beans and colourful vegetables in a Tex-Mex style sauce served on rice.
* check with your local Area Manager for details
All of our meals are prepared without tree nuts, peanuts, pork, molluscs, crustaceans, fish or kiwifruit as ingredients.
What We're Serving Today
Selected Schools Mt Maunganui*
Monday 29 June
Chicken Teriyaki Rice Bowl with Vegetables
Tender chicken and mixed vegetables in a light, sweet teriyaki sauce served on rice
*check with your local Area Manager for details
All of our meals are prepared without tree nuts, peanuts, pork, molluscs, crustaceans, fish or kiwifruit as ingredients
What We're Serving Today
Auckland, Whangarei
Friday 25 June
Italian Minced Beef with Rustic Potatoes
Italian style beef mince cooked in a tomato and herb sauce with chunky rustic potatoes.
All of our meals are prepared without kiwifruit, peanuts, tree nuts, molluscs, crustaceans, pork or fish as ingredients
Allergen Information
The School Lunch Collective is committed to providing safe food that meets the needs of the schools we serve. All of our meals are prepared without kiwifruit, peanuts, tree nuts, molluscs, crustaceans, pork, or fish as ingredients.
Please note that our ingredients are sourced from external suppliers and prepared in shared food environments where a range of allergens may be present, including Gluten, Wheat, Milk, Egg, Soy, Fish, Mollusc, Crustacean, Tree Nuts, Peanuts, Sesame, Sulphites, and Lupin. While every effort is made to minimize cross-contact, we cannot guarantee that meals are completely free from allergens.
You can explore the allergen information for each meal in the Nutritional Info section above.
Our Dishes
Special Meals for Every Need
We understand that every child is unique, and their meals should be too. That’s why we provide a wide range of dietary and cultural options, including Halal appropriate, vegan, and allergen-friendly meals. Each option is thoughtfully prepared to maintain both flavour and inclusivity.
Behind the Scenes: How It’s Made
Ever wondered how we create meals that feed thousands of tamariki daily? Take a look behind the scenes with Brett and our talented kitchen team. Watch how fresh, seasonal ingredients come together to create meals packed with goodness and care.
Behind the Scenes: How It’s Made
At the School Lunch Collective, our food is more than just a meal—it’s a commitment to nurturing the health and happiness of Aotearoa’s future.
Are the Meals Halal?
At the School Lunch Collective, we strive to accommodate as many dietary preferences as possible. Our ‘Halal appropriate’ meals are made with Halal suitable ingredients, and they do not contain pork or pork containing ingredients.
Our team are very well trained, and we have very strict cleaning and wash down procedures between each meal production. However, the way the meals are handled and prepared in our production facility is not strictly Halal, so our production facility is not Halal Certified. Therefore, we class our meals as ‘Halal appropriate’.
We recommend individuals with halal requirements exercise personal discretion and assess their comfort levels before consuming our meals
Lunch Trays: Sustainable,
Safe, and Efficient
At the School Lunch Collective, we prioritise sustainability and food safety in every aspect of our service. That’s why we use aluminium trays to package and deliver lunches. These trays are not only environmentally friendly but also one of the safest ways to transport food. Their durable design reduces the need for excess packaging, helping us minimise waste.
Aluminium trays also allow us to efficiently heat and transport meals, saving energy and resources while ensuring every meal arrives fresh and delicious. With these trays, we can deliver nutritious meals to more tamariki across Aotearoa without compromising on quality or sustainability.
To make things easier for students and teachers, we’ve created a quick video guide to show how to safely open and enjoy meals from our aluminium trays.
