Watch Hill Catering

The Oceanfront by Watch Hill Catering is a beachfront wedding venue in Westerly, Rhode Island, operated by Watch Hill Catering. The venue overlooks the Atlantic Ocean and offers indoor and outdoor event spaces with ceremony areas. Watch Hill Catering is led by Executive Chef John Kolesar, who brings over 20 years of experience from award-winning fine dining and catering operations, including previous roles as executive chef for the historic Ocean House Resort and the Rhode Island Center for the Performing Arts. The culinary team crafts menus featuring fresh, locally sourced ingredients and offers diverse cuisine options including American, BBQ, French, Italian, seafood, and specialty preparations. The catering operation provides comprehensive services from initial consultation and menu selection through day-of coordination, with options for buffet, family-style, seated meals, chef stations, and passed appetizers. Dietary accommodations include vegan, vegetarian, gluten-free, dairy-free, and other specialty options. The team includes over 21 staff members and speaks English and Spanish.