Makaya Caters

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Salt Lake City, UT

About

Makaya is a chef-driven catering and culinary experience specializing in bold Afro-Caribbean flavors with a modern, elevated approach.

Founded by Chef Jean-Roody Salvator, Makaya blends traditional Haitian cuisine with global influences to create unforgettable food for private events, corporate gatherings, and special celebrations.

We focus on high-quality ingredients, thoughtful presentation, and dishes that tell a story — from slow-braised meats and vibrant sauces to refined comfort foods inspired by Caribbean and international flavors. Whether it’s an intimate dinner, a large-scale event, or a curated tasting experience, every menu is crafted with intention, culture, and care.

Makaya is known for delivering flavorful, beautifully executed food while providing professional, seamless service. Our goal is simple: to create memorable experiences through food that brings people together.

Highlights

10 employees

7 years in business

Serves Salt Lake City, UT

Payment methods

Credit Card, Cash, Check, Venmo, Paypal, Square, Apple Pay, Google Pay, Samsung Pay, Stripe, Zelle

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Specialties

Level of service

Standard (basic ingredients), Premium (high end ingredients)

Additional services

Dessert, Non-alcoholic drinks, Alcoholic drinks, Coffee or tea

Meal(s)

Breakfast or brunch, Lunch, Cocktail hour or hors d'oeuvres, Dinner

Kitchen onsite

Full kitchen (oven, stove, refrigerator, sink, and utensils), Partial kitchen (fridge and sink only), No kitchen

Serving style

Plated meal, Buffet, Food stations, Family style, Small bites/Passed appetizers

Event type

Wedding, Birthday or anniversary party, Dinner party, Corporate event, Graduation party, Outdoor event, Holiday party, School event, Fundraiser, Funeral

Venue type

Banquet hall or ballroom, Conference or convention center, Concert hall, Outdoor venue, Office, School, Home, Community center, Religious or spiritual space, Barn

Full service or drop-off

Full service, Drop off only

Guest count

Fewer than 20 guests, 20 – 29 guests, 30 – 39 guests, 40 – 49 guests, 50 – 59 guests, 60 – 69 guests, 70 – 79 guests, 80 – 89 guests, 90 – 99 guests, 100 – 124 guests, 125 – 149 guests, 150 – 200 guests

Budget per person

$15 – $25 (typically basic food for casual events), $25 – $35 (typically basic food for casual events), $35 – $50, $50 – $75 (wedding avg.), $75 – $100 (wedding avg.), $100 – $150, More than $150, Customer isn't sure about budget

Cuisine(s)

American - casual, American - formal, Italian, Barbecue, Mexican or Latin American, American - Southern, Mediterranean or Middle Eastern, French, Vegan, Indian

Additional supplies needed

Plates, utensils and glasses, Disposable plates, utensils, and cups, Paper napkins, Cloth napkins, Serving and warming equipment

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benjamin H.

We hired Makaya for a private event and the food was honestly amazing. Everything tasted fresh, flavorful, and made with care. You can tell a lot of thought goes into the menu and how everything is prepared.

The chef was professional, on time, and easy to work with. Our guests kept asking who made the food and where they could book him again. The portions were generous and the presentation was great without feeling over the top.

If you want good food made by someone who truly cares about what they do, I’d definitely recommend Makaya. We’ll be booking again.

December 27, 2025

Services offered

Food Truck Or Cart Services

Personal Chef

Catering

Event Help And Wait Staff