Wer wir sind | Lebenswelten Catering Berlin

Our mission & core message

Our mission is clear: We offer you catering that not only tastes good but also has a positive effect. As an inclusion company, we combine our gastronomic expertise with deep social commitment. In this way, we not only provide you with a successful event, but also the valuable opportunity to make a direct positive contribution to society.

Sustainability & quality

As an inclusive caterer, living environments combine taste, responsibility and social participation. We consistently base our actions on environmental, social and economic sustainability principles, which are closely linked to our inclusive mission statement. Our bistro Lebenswelten in the Humboldt Forum serves as a central location to test and continuously develop these sustainable approaches in everyday life.

Environmental Responsibility

We rely on regional and seasonal products, use reusable packaging and minimize food waste through precise calculation and reuse.

Energy & resource efficiency

Our production kitchen is designed for low energy consumption, with LED lighting and efficient washing processes. We also promote conscious use of resources by all employees.

Social sustainability & inclusion

As a recognized inclusion company, people with and without disabilities work together on equal terms, which creates prospects and promotes a respectful working environment.

Our story

1986

A groundbreaking start to lived inclusion

We began our journey by opening our first inclusive restaurant. This groundbreaking step laid the foundation for our current commitment to combine first-class hospitality with profound social responsibility.

1988

The start of our catering

Just two years after our founding, we expanded our offering and successfully launched our party service. This marked the official start of our catering.

2005

Our path to premium event catering

We expanded our catering sector in a targeted manner and specialized in high-quality event catering. With a focus on larger events, we have now created unforgettable culinary experiences for a wider clientele.

2012

Rudolf Freudenberg Prize

We received the prestigious Rudolf Freudenberg Prize. This prize is aimed at inclusion companies whose concepts set an example for others. Excellent initiatives show how diversity is anchored in work structures and contributes to participation in the general labour market.

2014

Confirmation of our journey

Our consistent work in the area of integration was honored with the Deichmann Prize for Integration in the State of Berlin. This recognition impressively confirmed the path we have chosen.

2021

Opening of our location in the Humboldt Forum

We expanded our gastronomic offerings by opening our location in the Humboldt Forum, which has since been serving guests from all over the world with a bistro, a café and an eventroom with bar.

2024

Honoring our inclusive education

Another milestone: We were awarded the Berlin Inclusion Prize in the “Inclusive Education” category. This honor underlines our ongoing commitment to fair and equitable training places.

faqs

Do you have any questions? We have collected the most important answers for you here.

Any further questions?

What is Lebenswelten Catering?

As Lebenswelten Catering, we combine professional gastronomy with lived inclusion. With dedication, we operate our own bistros, canteens, and cafés, which are places of encounter. Furthermore, we are your experienced partner for versatile catering and develop individual event formats for every occasion.

What exactly does "inclusive" mean at Lebenswelten Restaurations GmbH?

For us, inclusion means that people with and without disabilities naturally work together. Therefore, we deliberately design our workplaces, processes, and training opportunities to enable maximum participation for everyone.

When was Lebenswelten Restaurant GmbH founded?

Our history began back in 1986. What started in the 80s as the first inclusive restaurant in Kreuzberg has grown into a dynamic company today. Our drive: to operate professional gastronomy while actively taking on social responsibility. You can find more details about this development on our "About Us" page.

What role does vocational training play at Lebenswelten Catering?

We understand vocational training as a core task of our company. Therefore, we create training positions for people with and without disabilities and take our role seriously: to individually support each trainee on their path into professional life.

What distinguishes Lebenswelten Restaurations GmbH from other catering and gastronomy businesses?

Our professional gastronomy is inextricably linked with lived inclusion. For us, inclusion is not merely an add-on, but a core aspect of our identity that significantly shapes our understanding of quality.