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Makaya Caters

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

Dietary restrictions

Vegetarian or vegan, Gluten free or celiac, Dairy intolerant, Nut allergies, Kosher, Halal, Other dietary restrictions

Meal preparation location

Meal prepared onsite, Meal delivered

Meal preparation frequency

Only once, Monthly, A few times per month, Weekly, A few times per week, Daily, A few times per day

Budget per person

$75 – $100, More than $100 (premium), Customer is not sure

Cuisine types

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

Which meal

Breakfast / brunch, Lunch, Cocktail hour / hors d'oeuvres, Dinner, Dessert

Extras

Dessert, Cold beverages (non-alcoholic), Cold beverages (alcoholic), Hot beverages (coffee, tea, etc.)

Level of service

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

Event type

Date night, Brunch / dinner party, Holiday meal (Mother's day, Valentine's day, etc.), Shower (baby, bridal, etc.), Special occasion (birthday, anniversary, etc.), Regular meal

Number of guests

2 guests, 3 – 5 guests, 6 – 10 guests, 11 – 20 guests, 21 – 35 guests, 36 – 50 guests

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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.
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    December 27, 2025

    Services offered

    Food Truck Or Cart Services
    Personal Chef
    Catering
    Event Help And Wait Staff

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