Business Details
10 Years
experience
Trusted Catering Services in Chicago
Since March 2016, Nicole Jordan Catering has established itself as a premier catering service in Chicago, rooted in exceptional service and culinary excellence. Our team specializes in crafting distinctive menus using the freshest ingredients, tailored to events ranging from intimate gatherings to large-scale celebrations. We prioritize quality and flavor, offering both in-home meal preparation and event catering that allows clients to enjoy top-tier dining without the effort. Our values of teamwork, integrity, and quality guide every interaction, from initial consultation to event execution. Founded by Executive Chef Nicole Jordan-Reed, our approach is inspired by family traditions of bringing people together through food.We serve corporate, nonprofit, and educational clients across Chicagoland, with a commitment to accommodating dietary needs and maintaining rigorous kitchen safety standards. Our preventative measures ensure food safety and sanitation, while our personalized service has earned us recognition in NBC5 news and the Aspen Institute. With over a decade of experience highlighted by client testimonials praising our reliability and taste, we focus on creating memorable culinary experiences that foster community and celebration.
Services
Corporate Catering
Nonprofit Catering
Educational Catering
Event Catering
Meal Preparation
Holiday Parties
Fundraisers
Alumni Events
Staff Appreciation
Boxed Lunches
Details
- Year established: 2016
Highlights and features
- We offer 8+ years of culinary expertise in Chicago's catering industry
- Our team executes events with flawless attention to detail
- We maintain rigorous kitchen safety and sanitation standards
- We accommodate all dietary requirements including vegan and gluten-free
- Our preventative food safety measures exceed industry standards
What people say
Best catering in Chicago
Delicious and unique taste
Professional staff interactions
Meals delivered on time
Accommodates dietary needs
Services
Corporate Catering
We provide premium catering solutions for corporate clients in Chicagoland. Our services include staff appreciation events, meetings, and holiday parties featuring restaurant-quality cuisine. With professional execution and customizable menus accommodating all dietary needs, we handle every detail from planning to cleanup, allowing businesses to focus on their guests rather than logistics.
Nonprofit Catering
Specializing in nonprofit events, we deliver memorable catering experiences for fundraisers and galas. Our competitive pricing and exceptional service help organizations create impactful events that support Chicago's community initiatives. From volunteer appreciation to donor thank you events, we ensure flawless execution while maintaining strict food safety standards throughout the service.
Educational Catering
We serve schools and institutions with customized catering for graduations, conferences, and alumni events. Our menu options accommodate diverse dietary requirements while maintaining exceptional taste. With experience in orientation receptions and homecoming events, we provide reliable service that enhances academic celebrations through quality cuisine and professional presentation.
Event Catering
From intimate gatherings to large celebrations, our event catering combines culinary excellence with personalized service. We handle romantic dinners, themed parties, and family events with equal expertise. Our team ensures proper food handling and sanitation while delivering creative menus that transform any occasion into a memorable culinary experience.
Meal Preparation
Our prepared meal service brings restaurant-quality dining to Chicago homes. Available for busy professionals and families, we deliver fresh, ready-to-serve meals that maintain nutritional integrity. With options for vegan, vegetarian, and gluten-free diets, our meal service combines convenience with exceptional taste while adhering to strict kitchen safety protocols.
People
Nicole Jordan-Reed
CEO/Executive Chef
Founder of Nicole Jordan Catering since 2016, Nicole draws inspiration from family traditions of communal dining. With over a decade of experience, she combines culinary expertise with business acumen to create memorable food experiences that foster community connections while maintaining operational excellence.
Questions
What types of events do you cater?
We cater corporate events, nonprofit fundraisers, educational conferences, holiday parties, and private celebrations across Chicagoland.
Can you accommodate special dietary needs?
Yes, we provide vegan, vegetarian, gluten-free, pescetarian, and omnivore options for all events and meal services.
How far in advance should I book?
We recommend booking early as our calendar fills quickly, especially for weekend events and holiday seasons.
Do you provide service outside Chicago?
We primarily serve Chicagoland but can accommodate events in surrounding areas with advance coordination.
What safety measures do you follow?
We maintain strict kitchen sanitation protocols exceeding industry standards for food preparation and handling.
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