Business Details
50+ Years
experience
Your Trusted Catering & Event Partner in Southern California
Jay's Catering has been a family-owned business since 1967, dedicated to providing handcrafted food and exceptional service at affordable prices. Our commitment to quality began with Jay Mastroianni's vision of fresh, good-tasting food for all occasions, a legacy continued by three generations of our family. We specialize in catering for weddings, corporate events, and private parties across Southern California, offering comprehensive services that include menu creation, event rentals, and venue coordination. With over 50 years of industry leadership, we combine traditional culinary excellence with modern innovation to deliver unforgettable experiences. Our team of trained chefs, designers, and event specialists works collaboratively to ensure every detail meets our high standards.From intimate gatherings to large-scale events, we maintain the same dedication to excellence that earned us our reputation. Our bakery division, Ellie's Table, extends this commitment through daily baked goods and custom desserts. Through strategic expansion, we now operate multiple award-winning venues including The Estate on Second and Grand Gimeno. Our enduring success stems from Jay's original philosophy: surround yourself with experts who share your passion for quality. Today, we continue serving Southern California with the same integrity that has defined our business for decades.
Services
Catering Services
Event Rentals
Venue Selection
Bakery Products
Corporate Events
Details
- Year established: 1967
Highlights and features
- We offer 50+ years of catering experience with three generations of family leadership
- Our comprehensive services include catering, venue rentals, and event design
- We operate multiple award-winning venues across Southern California
- Our team includes trained chefs, designers, and certified event specialists
- We maintain daily fresh baking operations at Ellie's Table locations
Services
Catering Services
We provide comprehensive catering solutions for weddings, corporate events, and private parties across Southern California. Our trained chefs create custom menus featuring global cuisines and locally sourced ingredients. With professional service staff and executive-level setups, we ensure every event maintains exceptional presentation and quality.
Event Rentals
Our rental services include tables, chairs, linens, lighting, and decorative elements for events of all sizes. We offer complete design packages with dance floors, tents, and specialty decor to enhance any venue. Our inventory supports both indoor and outdoor event requirements with professional delivery and setup options.
Bakery Products
Ellie's Table bakery division offers daily fresh-baked breads, pastries, and custom wedding cakes. Our dessert stations feature seasonal specialties and classic favorites made from scratch using premium ingredients. We provide both retail bakery options and wholesale catering bakery services for large events.
Corporate Events
We specialize in corporate catering solutions from executive luncheons to large-scale conferences. Our services include gourmet meal options, healthy boxed lunches, and themed buffets with professional staffing. We offer flexible service models including full-service events, pickup orders, and executive delivery setups with presentation services.
Wedding Services
Our wedding catering services include custom menu creation, venue coordination, and event design. We operate multiple award-winning venues like The Estate on Second and Grand Gimeno with complete wedding packages. Our team of specialists provides personalized service for ceremonies ranging from intimate gatherings to 300+ guest celebrations.
People
Armand Jay Mastroianni
Founder
Jay Mastroianni founded the company in 1967 after starting as a milkman and building a catering truck fleet. He pioneered the chef caddy concept and established the family business that became Orange County's premier caterer.
Eleanor Mastroianni
Co-Founder
Eleanor began cooking for private parties in 1963 and co-founded the business with Jay. Her original menu featuring Italian specialties and cold buffets formed the foundation of our culinary offerings.
Linda Loaeza
CEO
Linda became CEO in 1994 after working in the business since her teenage years. She has led the company's growth into one of Orange County's top catering brands while maintaining family values and quality standards.
A.J. Barragan
Chief Operations Officer
A.J. leads venue development and operations as third-generation leadership. He created the Ellie's Table concept and oversees venue expansion projects including Grand Gimeno and Hangar 21 South.
Sarah Rose
Venue Director
Sarah co-founded The Estate on Second and manages venue operations. She brings design expertise and historic preservation knowledge to our event spaces while maintaining their award-winning status.
Questions
What types of events do you cater?
We cater weddings, corporate events, private parties, holiday celebrations, and nonprofit galas across Southern California.
Do you provide venue rental services?
Yes, we operate multiple venues including Grand Gimeno, The Estate on Second, and Hangar 21 South with capacity options from 50 to 4,000 guests.
Are your catering menus customizable?
Yes, our chefs create custom menus for each event featuring global cuisines and dietary-specific options.
How many years have you been in business?
We've been serving Southern California since 1967, celebrating 55 years of catering excellence.
Do you offer bakery services for events?
Yes, our Ellie's Table bakery provides custom wedding cakes, pastries, and dessert stations for all events.
What areas do you serve?
We serve all of Southern California including Orange County, Los Angeles, and Riverside Counties.
