Fresh, Nutritious Hot School Meals Made in Cork

Healthy Bulk & Individual Heat-and-Serve School Lunches for Ireland​

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Award-Winning Chicken Hot Meals in Multi-Portion Packs

Nutritious Bulk Chicken School Lunches – Ready to Heat, Portion & Serve

At TheSchoolMealsCompany.ie, we specialise in producing award-winning chicken-based hot school lunches that are nutritious, flavourful and designed specifically for the needs of Irish schools. All meals are made to order in Cork, using locally sourced ingredients and cooked in small batches to guarantee exceptional quality, safety and consistency.

Our multi-portion chicken meal packs are fully cooked and require no preparation, no cooking and no additional labour. Schools simply portion, heat and serve, making service fast, reliable and completely stress-free. This format also ensures no waste, as schools can heat exactly the amount they need.

We offer one of the largest selections of chicken-based school meals in Ireland, including:

  • Mild and aromatic chicken curries
  • Comforting chicken casseroles
  • Classic Irish chicken dishes
  • Popular European-style chicken recipes
  • Child-friendly pasta and rice dishes featuring tender chicken

Chinese Chicken Curry
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Weight: 4 x 1.75kg and 2 x 2.5kg

Peri Peri Chicken
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Weight: 4 x 1.75kg and 2 x 2.5kg

Tennessee Chicken Stir Fry and Noodles

Weight: 4 x 1.75kg and 2 x 2.5kg

Sweet and Sour Chicken

Weight: 4 x 1.75kg and 2 x 2.5kg

Thai Sweet Chilli Chicken

Weight: 4 x 1.75kg and 2 x 2.5kg

Texan BBQ Chicken
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Weight: 4 x 1.75kg and 2 x 2.5kg

Chicken Rogan Josh
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Weight: 4 x 1.75kg and 2 x 2.5kg

Chicken a La King
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Weight: 4 x 1.75kg and 2 x 2.5kg

Mexican Chicken and Peppers

Weight: 4 x 1.75kg and 2 x 2.5kg

Chicken
Korma

Weight: 4 x 1.75kg and 2 x 2.5kg

Caribbean Chicken and Mango Curry

Weight: 4 x 1.75kg and 2 x 2.5kg

Peri Peri Chicken Stir Fry

Weight: 4 x 1.75kg and 2 x 2.5kg

Chicken Katsu Curry
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Weight: 4 x 1.75kg and 2 x 2.5kg

Chicken and Mango Curry

Weight: 4 x 1.75kg and 2 x 2.5kg

Chicken, Broccoli and Pasta Bake

Weight: 4 x 1.75kg and 2 x 2.5kg

Every recipe is created with a balanced nutritional profile, ensuring meals are healthy, nutrient-dense and suitable for daily school service.

To support diverse school communities, we also offer halal chicken meals, vegan alternatives, and a full range of side dishes and soups that pair perfectly with our chicken mains. From mashed potato and rice to vegetables and warm soups, schools can build complete, satisfying hot lunches with ease.

All meals are available in chilled and frozen formats, giving schools maximum flexibility for planning, storage and service.

TheSchoolMealsCompany.ie — award-winning chicken meals, made in Cork, ready to heat and serve, with zero waste.

Award-Winning Beef Hot Meals in Multi-Portion Packs

Nutritious Bulk Beef School Lunches – Ready to Heat, Portion & Serve

At TheSchoolMealsCompany.ie, we proudly produce a wide range of award-winning beef-based hot school lunches, crafted to deliver exceptional flavour, balanced nutrition and reliable performance in busy school environments. All meals are made to order in Cork, using locally sourced Irish beef and fresh ingredients, cooked in small batches to ensure consistent quality, safety and taste.

Our multi-portion beef meal packs are fully cooked and designed for maximum convenience. Schools simply portion, heat and serve — with no cooking required. This reduces labour, eliminates preparation time and ensures no waste, as schools can heat exactly the amount they need. These packs are ideal for high-volume service, lunchrooms, breakfast clubs and after-school programmes.

We offer an extensive selection of beef-based meals that children love, including:

  • Mild and hearty beef curries
  • Slow-cooked beef casseroles
  • Traditional Irish beef dishes
  • Popular European-style beef recipes
  • Child-friendly pasta and rice dishes featuring tender beef

Bolognese Sauce
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Weight: 4 x 1.75kg and 2 x 2.5kg

Sicilian Meatballs in Tomato Sauce

Weight: 4 x 1.75kg and 2 x 2.5kg

Savoury Mince and Mashed Potato

Weight: 4 x 1.75kg and 2 x 2.5kg

Savoury Mince
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Weight: 4 x 1.75kg and 2 x 2.5kg

Beef in Rosemary casserole

Weight: 4 x 1.75kg and 2 x 2.5kg

Mexican Chilli Con Carne

Weight: 4 x 1.75kg and 2 x 2.5kg

Beef
Stroganoff

Weight: 4 x 1.75kg and 2 x 2.5kg

Taco Topping
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Weight: 4 x 1.75kg and 2 x 2.5kg

Beef Meatballs in Creamy Tomato Sauce

Weight: 4 x 1.75kg and 2 x 2.5kg

Every recipe is created with a nutritious, balanced profile, supporting energy, focus and wellbeing throughout the school day.

To ensure every student is included, we also offer vegan alternatives, halal options, and a full range of side dishes and soups that pair perfectly with our beef mains. From mashed potato and vegetables to rice, pasta and warming soups, schools can build complete, satisfying hot lunches with ease.

All meals are available in chilled and frozen formats, giving schools full flexibility for planning, storage and service.

TheSchoolMealsCompany.ie — award-winning beef meals, made in Cork, ready to heat and serve, with zero waste.

Vegan & Vegetarian Hot School Meals Dublin in Multi-Portion Packs

Nutritious Plant-Based School Lunches – Ready to Heat, Portion & Serve

At TheSchoolMealsCompany.ie, we offer a delicious and nutritious range of vegan and vegetarian multi-portion hot school meals, created to support inclusive, modern school catering. All meals are made to order in Cork, using fresh, locally sourced ingredients and cooked in small batches to ensure exceptional flavour, safety and consistency. Our plant-based range is award-winning, child-friendly and designed to meet the nutritional needs of students across Ireland.

Our multi-portion vegan and veggie meal packs are fully cooked and require no preparation, no cooking and no additional labour. Schools simply portion, heat and serve, making service fast, reliable and completely hassle-free. This format also ensures no waste, as schools can heat exactly the amount they need.

We offer a wide selection of Irish, European and international plant-based recipes, including:

  • Mild vegetable curries
  • Lentil and bean casseroles
  • Veggie pasta dishes
  • Rice-based meals with plant proteins
  • Hearty vegetable stews and bakes

Vegetarian / Vegan

Tripura Butternut Squash and Lentil Curry

Weight: 4 x 1.75kg and 2 x 2.5kg

Vegetable Chinese
Curry

Weight: 4 x 1.75kg and 2 x 2.5kg

3 Bean
Chilli

Weight: 4 x 1.75kg and 2 x 2.5kg

Mac and Cheese
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Weight: 4 x 1.75kg and 2 x 2.5kg

Lentil and Sheredded Carrot Bolognese

Weight: 4 x 1.75kg and 2 x 2.5kg

Vegetable Massaman Curry

Weight: 4 x 1.75kg and 2 x 2.5kg

Every recipe is designed to be nutritious, balanced and nutrient-dense, supporting energy, focus and wellbeing throughout the school day. Our meals are rich in vegetables, whole grains, fibre and plant-based proteins, making them a healthy choice for all students — not just those following a vegan or vegetarian diet.

To complement our mains, we also provide a full range of soups and side dishes, allowing schools to build complete, satisfying hot lunches with ease.

All meals are available in chilled and frozen formats, giving schools maximum flexibility for planning, storage and service.

TheSchoolMealsCompany.ie — award-winning vegan and vegetarian meals, made in Cork, ready to heat and serve, with zero waste. 

Certified Halal Hot School Meals Dublin in Multi-Portion Packs

Trusted Halal School Lunches – Nutritious, Convenient & Ready to Serve

At TheSchoolMealsCompany.ie, we are proud to offer a full range of third-party halal-certified multi-portion hot school meals, crafted to meet the highest standards of quality, safety and authenticity. All halal meals are independently certified, ensuring full compliance with recognised halal authorities. Every dish is made to order in Cork, using approved ingredients and strict production controls to guarantee trust, transparency and exceptional flavour.

Our halal multi-portion meal packs are fully cooked and designed for maximum convenience. Schools simply portion, heat and serve — with no cooking required. This reduces labour, eliminates preparation time and ensures no waste, as schools can heat only what they need. These packs are ideal for high-volume school kitchens, lunchrooms and after-school programmes.

We offer a wide selection of halal chicken-based meals, halal beef-based meals, and global recipes inspired by cuisines from around the world. From mild curries and casseroles to pasta dishes, rice bowls and comforting stews, every recipe is created with a balanced nutritional profile that supports children’s energy, focus and wellbeing. 

Chinese Chicken Curry
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Weight: 4 x 1.75kg and 2 x 2.5kg

Savoury Mince and Mashed Potato

Weight: 4 x 1.75kg and 2 x 2.5kg

Pasta
Bolognese

Weight: 4 x 1.75kg and 2 x 2.5kg

Cottage
Pie

Weight: 4 x 1.75kg and 2 x 2.5kg

Peri Peri
Chicken

Weight: 4 x 1.75kg and 2 x 2.5kg

Tennessee Chicken Stir Fry and Noodles

Weight: 4 x 1.75kg and 2 x 2.5kg

Chicken
Korma

Weight: 4 x 1.75kg and 2 x 2.5kg

Chicken
Rogan Josh

Weight: 4 x 1.75kg and 2 x 2.5kg

Sweet and Sour
Chicken

Weight: 4 x 1.75kg and 2 x 2.5kg

To complement our halal mains, we also provide a full range of side dishes and soups, allowing schools to build complete, satisfying hot lunches with ease. All meals are available in chilled and frozen formats, giving schools full flexibility for planning, storage and service.

Produced in our BRC AA certified facility, our halal meals meet the highest standards of food safety, hygiene and traceability.

TheSchoolMealsCompany.ie — trusted, certified halal meals made in Cork, ready to heat and serve, with zero waste.

Fully Cooked School Meal Side Dishes in Multi-Portion Packs

Nutritious, Ready-to-Heat Side Dishes for Complete Hot School Lunches

At TheSchoolMealsCompany.ie, we offer a comprehensive range of fully cooked side dishes designed to complement our award-winning hot school lunches. All side dishes are made to order in Cork, using fresh, locally sourced ingredients and cooked in small batches to ensure exceptional flavour, consistency and food safety. Schools across Ireland rely on our sides to build complete, nutritious meals with ease.

Our side dishes come in multi-portion packs, fully cooked and ready to portion, heat and serve — with no cooking required. This makes service fast, efficient and completely hassle-free. Because schools only heat what they need, our format ensures no waste, making it ideal for high-volume kitchens, lunchrooms and after-school programmes.

We offer a wide selection of child-friendly, nutritious side dishes, including:

  • Creamy mashed potato
  • A variety of cooked vegetables
  • Fully cooked pasta
  • Fluffy rice
  • Tender noodles
  • Mild, warming soups

Mashed Potato
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Weight: 2.5kg

Mashed Carrot
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Weight: 2.5kg

Cooked Noodles
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Weight: 2.5kg

Long Grain Rice
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Weight: 2.5kg

Oven Roasted Baby Potato
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Weight: 2.5kg

Peans And Corn
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Weight: 2.5kg

Basmati Rice
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Weight: 2.5kg

Mashed Carrot and Parsnip
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Weight: 2.5kg

Yellow Rice
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Weight: 2.5kg

Macaroni Pasta
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Weight: 2.5kg

Cauliflower in Cheese Sauce
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Weight: 2.5kg

Mixed Vegetable and Peas

Weight: 2.5kg

Each side dish is designed to pair perfectly with our chicken, beef, vegan and halal main courses, allowing schools to create balanced, satisfying meals that students enjoy. Our sides are nutrient-dense, portion-controlled and developed to support children’s energy and wellbeing throughout the school day.

All side dishes are available in chilled and frozen formats, giving schools maximum flexibility for planning, storage and service.

Produced in our BRC AA certified facility, every side dish meets the highest standards of food safety, hygiene and traceability.

TheSchoolMealsCompany.ie — fully cooked sides made in Cork, ready to heat, serve and enjoy with zero waste.

 

Award-Winning Hot School Soups in Multi-Portion Packs

Nutritious, Ready-to-Heat Soups for Complete Hot School Lunches

At TheSchoolMealsCompany.ie, we produce a delicious range of award-winning soups crafted specifically for school catering. Made fresh to order in Cork, our soups are prepared in small batches using locally sourced ingredients, ensuring exceptional flavour, consistency and food safety. Schools across Ireland rely on our soups as a nutritious, comforting and cost-effective addition to their hot lunch service.

Our soups are supplied in multi-portion packs, fully cooked and ready to portion, heat and serve — with no cooking required. This makes service fast, reliable and completely hassle-free. Because schools only heat what they need, our format ensures no waste, making it ideal for high-volume kitchens, lunchrooms and after-school programmes.

We offer a wide selection of traditional Irish soups and international favourites, including:

  • Creamy vegetable and potato-based soups
  • Tomato, carrot, leek and blended vegetable soups
  • Mild curry-inspired soups
  • European-style broths and blended recipes
  • Warming winter soups and lighter seasonal options

Vegetable Soup

Weight: 230ml

Potato and Leek​

Weight: 230ml

Tomato and Basil​

Weight: 230ml

Carrot and Coriander​

Weight: 230ml

ThaiChicken Noodle
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Weight: 230ml

Bacon Bean and Pasta​

Weight: 230ml

Roasted Pepper​

Weight: 230ml

Curried Parsnip Soup​
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Weight: 230ml

Pea and Mint​

Weight: 230ml

Chicken and Vegetable​

Weight: 230ml

Broccoli and Cheddar Cheese​

Weight: 230ml

California Pumpkin​

Weight: 230ml

Each soup is designed to be nutritious, balanced and child-friendly, supporting energy, hydration and wellbeing throughout the school day. Our soups pair perfectly with our chicken, beef, vegan and halal main courses, as well as our full range of side dishes.

All soups are available in chilled and frozen formats, giving schools maximum flexibility for planning, storage and service.

Produced in our BRC AA certified facility, every soup meets the highest standards of food safety, hygiene and traceability.

Multi Portion Packs

Hot School Lunches – Multi-Portion Packs Made Fresh in Cork

At TheSchoolMealsCompany.ie, we provide schools across Ireland with a large range of healthy, hot school lunches designed for convenience, nutrition and consistent quality. All meals are made to order in Cork, using locally sourced ingredients and cooked in small batches to ensure exceptional flavour, safety and reliability. With years of experience in school catering, we understand the importance of meals that are easy to serve, cost-effective and enjoyed by students every day.

Our multi-portion hot lunch packs are ideal for schools with food-service kitchens. Each bulk pack is fully cooked and requires no preparation or cooking — simply heat and serve. This reduces labour, eliminates complexity and ensures no waste, as schools can portion exactly what they need. These packs are perfect for high-volume service, breakfast clubs, lunchrooms and after-school programmes.

We also offer individual heat-and-serve packs, providing a convenient, portion-controlled solution for schools without full kitchen facilities. Each meal is ready to heat, serve and enjoy, ensuring consistent nutrition and zero waste across all age groups.

Our menu includes a wide variety of chicken-based meals, beef-based meals, pasta dishes, rice bowls, stews, casseroles, soups and side dishes. Every recipe is designed to be nutritious, balanced and child-friendly, supporting energy, focus and wellbeing throughout the school day.

To meet the needs of diverse school communities, we offer halal school meals, vegan meals, vegetarian options, and allergen-aware recipes. All meals are portion-controlled and developed to meet modern nutritional standards, ensuring children receive the right balance of protein, fibre, vegetables and whole grains.

Food safety is central to everything we do. Our meals are produced in a BRC AA certified facility, with strict hygiene, traceability and quality controls in place. Schools trust us for our reliability, consistency and commitment to excellence.

TheSchoolMealsCompany.ie – healthy, convenient and waste-free hot lunches made in Cork for schools across Ireland.