Jeffery A. Miller Catering

 My most memorable meal was a dinner with friends in a neighborhood Piazza in Rome on a hot July summer night. Dinner included several wines to accompany a 10 course meal. All for about $25. What a deal! 

What is your favorite part of a wedding? 

With over 20 years in the restaurant industry, my favorite part of the "actual" wedding is it's a happy occasion; everyone comes happy. In a restaurant you need to keep people constantly happy. Maybe the hubby didn’t' want to go out to eat because a football game was on, but his lovely wife complained until they went out. Now,  the hubby is angry, they're not talking and keeping them happy is more challenging. At a wedding, it's a happy time: you don't have to appease people so much. 

Tom has been involved with the wedding and event industry in various capacities for over 30 years; and associated with Jeffrey Miller Catering for the past eight. He prides himself on his ability to produce masterful weddings and events specific toeach client. Tom has earned a wonderful reputation for service and creativity that havebecome his hallmark; incorporating current trends to articulate your vision. You will certainly benefit from his creative interpretation of your ideas, his passion forflawless events and his dynamic sense of style.

What was your favorite meal?

When I was about 13 years old I had a girlfriend from Spain who invited me to her home for dinner. Her mother made this incredible paella that I still think about today.

I went back to school in my 50’s to study culinary arts and catering management.

I played in dinner and community theater in my 20’s. I love to sing and dance.

 

I am a single mom of 2 handsome boys, 12 and 15. When I’m not attending sporting events cheering them on, I enjoy traveling. I have 22 years of event planning experience in the corporate world that has provided me the opportunity to travel all over the world.

New to Jeffrey Miller Catering in 2020 and so excited to start a new chapter making beautiful memories with the couples as they plan to embark on their own new chapters in love and life.

I was bartending for a wedding one summer when I got my first behind the scenes glimpse of how they come together on the big day. Arriving early for setup I saw the space get transformed as it was filled with decor chosen by the couple. My appreciation for all the work that goes into making someone’s wedding perfect sparked my interest to become a planner. I haven’t ran to the alter yet but I enjoy running and racing in my free time. I ran the Philadelphia Marathon and hope to run another in a different city someday.

My favorite part of a wedding is when I have just sent the bride down the aisle.  I know that this is truly the beginning of the rest of her life.  I sometimes even text my husband - "I Love You!" 

 Danielle Jove joined the JAM team in 2020.  She graduated from Virginia Tech with a Bachelor’s in Interior Design.  Her specialty is organization with attention to detail including over a decade of experience in the Sales & Hospitality Industry. Outside of wedding planning, Danielle is also a certified 500-hour Yoga teacher. Her passion is being of service to others, traveling, and of course being a foodie.  My favorite part of a wedding is when couples see each other for the first time.  My heart melts and there's so much love and joy in the atmosphere! 

When I’m not working I enjoy spending time with my daughter, Allison, and my pampered puppy, Amelia Minuet - Princess of Limerick (AKA “Mia”). My favorite part of a wedding is the moment the couple sees each other for the first time whether it be the first look or walking down the aisle!

Michele was fortunate enough to have her wedding catered by Jeffrey Miller Catering  27 years ago. She was a  private bridal coordinator at the time and remembers that it was one of the most professionally run weddings she had ever attended. 

Her extensive background in hospitality includes Inn-keeping at a Bed and Breakfast, owning a small train stop cafe and catering. Hospitality is her strength. Her favorite part of the wedding process is when she can take a client from feeling overwhelmed to letting go and enjoying their special day. 

 It is interesting to me that my many years of experience in the various levels of food service industry have led up to this moment.  Along with the highest standard of excellence offered exclusively by Jeffrey A Miller Catering, it will be my privilege to bring to fruition one of the most memorable days of your life.  The experience of a celebration accompanied by all the components of an amazing meal has yet only to be realized.  I look forward along with you and your family in making this event possible. 

My first job was...weddings!  I started as a banquet server when I was 14.  I always appreciated that pretty much all of the guests are having such a good time - they leave their stresses at home for a few hours (and most of them have no bill to pay at the end of the night - what's not to like?).  I loved that I could do my job while listening to music in such a fun atmosphere - didn't matter to me if I was clearing dirty dishes.  I always feel privileged to be a part of such a precious and personal event - and my favorite part for sure is when someone starts crying love-ful tears. 

My first job was working at Gentiles produce market when I was 15. I loved getting to try new and exotic fruits and vegetables before they were more popular-- hence my love for Asian pears and Star fruit! 

 

Emily is an old soul and often refers to herself as “Born in the Wrong Era.”  A few of her many passions are anything vintage or afternoon tea related and hosting a good theme party. She has worked as a part-time wedding planner for JAM since 2016. She was fortunate enough to host her own unique Parisian Marie Antoinette themed Wedding at a historic JAM venue back in 2018.

Her favorite part of the wedding process is sitting down with the couples, finding out their unique vision, and figuring out how she can make that vision come to life.

I'm excited to have had the opportunity to join the JAMily in January of 2020! I've been working in the hospitality business for 20+ years, and involved in the wedding industry for over 15 years. There is a joy that comes with being a part of a couple's intimate day: to be there to witness all the wonderful moments they share and help create the memories they'll have as they embark on the next chapter of their journey together. It's a pleasure to be part of a team that takes such pride in what they do... And of course, the food...amazing food!

Taryn is no stranger to event planning and thrilled to be part of the JAM team as a wedding planner. She has spent a decade in the service industry both bartending and serving, has more than 20 years in the retail industry, and has planned corporate and special events for QVC. She loves meeting new couples, clients and people, and her attention to detail, friendly personality, and professionalism will put you at ease with making decisions about one of the most important days of your life. In addition to working full time at Villanova University, Taryn loves to travel the world, dance, live music, cook, explore new restaurants, wineries and breweries, and spend time with friends and family.

I love The Homestead Inn in NJ. It used to be a small, private restaurant that you needed to know someone in order to get a reservation. I am the 4th generation to be going there and my family has made some great memories there. 

Rachael joined the JAM team in 2020 right before the world changed as we knew it! Although she is new to JAM, Rachael has been in the hospitality industry for over 20 years and has gained experience with industry leaders such as Disney, Hyatt and Four Seasons.  Married with two children and two dogs, she loves staying active and spending time with her family and friends. 

Rachael loves the details that go into making an event run smoothly and enjoys watching it all come together the day of.  Her favorite part of a wedding is when the reception is all set, the candles are lit and the champagne is poured, before anyone has entered.  There is a magical feeling in the space that something wonderful is about to happen!

 

What is your favorite part of a wedding?

My greatest accomplishments are my children, Gabe, 20, and Bo, 17, but also -my first hike with my family to the top of a 46er (46 peaks higher than 4,000 ft elevation in the Adirondacks).  Five hours up and seeing my kids' faces full of accomplishment when they made it to the top.  Looking out to the world from up there is a feeling like no other- we now have a family goal to finish all 46.

Lindsay joined the JAM team as an Event Designer in January 2017.  She graduated from West Chester University with a masters in public health, and her background in nonprofit events led to an interest in wedding planning.  Lindsay plans for JAM part-time, alongside her career as a health educator.  Lindsay’s favorite part of a wedding is the first dance, because each song chosen has such a special meaning, and it is the last private moment the couple has before party time.  Lindsay loves to ask her clients why they chose Audubon for the big day – and the answers always vary in the best way.  Some couples met hiking the trails, some visited the park years ago on a school field trip, and some just take a tour and truly connect with the rustic atmosphere.  Lindsay is looking forward to learning why you chose Audubon for your wedding, and transforming the space to what you would like it to be for your big day!