Abstract: The system and methods disclosed provide a platform system, including computer software applications (apps) and a backend system that can be used to provide in-flight catering services for passengers on a flight in an automated manner. A passenger mobile application can be used by a passenger to electronically create an in-flight catering order using a mobile computer device. A flight attendant mobile application allows a flight attendant to electronically retrieve and view the passengers in-flight catering order via a mobile computer device. The in-flight catering service platform system provides various features that add automation, security, and increased efficiency to aspects of in-flight catering services that are not currently available. The in-flight catering service platform system is distinctly designed to provide a technology platform that consistently, efficiently, and interactively manages the end-to-end in-flight catering process, with limited “in-person” interaction.