Office Potluck template
Office Potluck Template & Sign-Up Sheet
A no-drama office potluck: balanced food, dietary options covered, and a sign-up that doesn't live in a 40-message email thread.
Typical size
10–30 coworkers
How much food
For a workday potluck, plan lighter — one dish per 6–8 people, since portions are smaller at a desk lunch. Run the numbers.
The sign-up sheet
A balanced starting point — adjust to taste, then let guests claim what they'll bring from one link.
Mains & hearty dishes
- A big pasta bake
- Chili or a slow-cooker stew
- A sandwich or wrap platter
- Fried or rotisserie chicken
- A hearty vegetarian curry
Sides & salads
- A big green salad
- Pasta or potato salad
- A rice or grain bowl
- Roasted vegetables
- Chips and dip
Make sure it's covered
- One clearly vegetarian main
- A vegan option
- Something gluten-free
- A nut-free dessert
Desserts
- Cookies or brownies, easy to grab
- A sheet cake
- A fruit platter
- Mini pastries
Drinks & supplies
- Soda and sparkling water
- Coffee and tea
- Plates, cups, forks, napkins
- Serving utensils
- Trash bags
Tips for a smooth office potluck
- Lock down plates, cups, and utensils first — the thing everyone forgets.
- Label dietary info on the sign-up so people with restrictions can eat confidently.
- Stagger drop-offs near the fridge and microwave so the kitchen isn't a noon bottleneck.
- Finger foods beat fussy plated dishes for a desk lunch.
Turn this into a real sign-up.
Share one link, let guests claim a dish, and skip the duplicate casseroles. Your first gathering's free.