Meals In Motion(Jamell)

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Introduction: WE ARE BOOKED APRIL 19th and 20th WE DONT SERVE BREAKFAST OR BRUNCH My name is Jamell. I am a personal chef with a catering company, and I possess over ten years of experience. I am passionate about serving people and I enjoy creating unique culinary experiences for my clients. I attended the Culinary Arts Institute of Las Vegas and I've worked in fine dining restaurants such as: Flemings, and Joe's Seafood located in Caesars Palace. Ive gotten the chance to prepare meals for a few NFL players, Congressmen, Mayors, and R&B groups. I am available for private chef onsite engagements, as well as meal prep weekly delivery options. Brazilian BBQ, and Pizza on-site. My catering company, Meals In Motion, caters to customers according to their specific taste, health, and dietary needs. My meals range from comfort foods to Keto, Gluten-free Vegan, Vegetarian, and Pescatarian options. I also prepare meals for those who follow a Blood-type Specific Diet. My rates are flexible and competitive. We offer PHOTOBOOTH SERVICES AS WELL

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Hired 152 times

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6 employees

4 years in business

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This pro accepts payments via Apple Pay, Cash, Check, Credit card, Venmo, and Zelle.

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This pro offers delicious and customizable menus, accommodating dietary restrictions, and excellent communication skills. Customers praise their professionalism, responsiveness, and ability to create memorable dining experiences. Some customers also appreciate the pro's attention to detail and cleanliness.

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Kilian C.

Nov 18, 2023

Hired on Thumbtack

If I could give Jamell and his team a MILLION stars I would. I am BEYOND thankful that I found Jamell. We hired him to cater our wedding of about 80 people in my parents backyard. He brought along three team members to help him. I hired Jamell back in November of last year for our November wedding this year. I didn't have much planned for the wedding at the time I hired him, but I knew I needed to find an amazing caterer. When we first hopped on the phone Jamell was so helpful in preparing a menu and also offered to help find tables and chairs for our guest that I knew I had to say yes. But the thing that truly sold me was that he agreed to make a bread pudding as our dessert even though it was not on his original menu. We decided to do a taste test prior to the wedding to try four menu options. We tried the Steak's Oscar, Salmon, Spinach and Mozzarella Stuffed Chicken Breast and the Sea Bass. We knew we could only pick 3 for the wedding but honestly it was so difficult because all 4 dishes were absolutely delicious. We basically inhaled the food, it was that good. Fast forward to our wedding, Jamell followed through with renting the tables and chairs, the glassware, tablecloths etc. They were the ones to set the tables and they even moved our ceremony chairs to the dinner tables, even though they were in the middle of cooking a 4 course meal for 80 people! He was set up in my parents small kitchen, which isn't that big I might add, and everything was prepped/chopped once they got there so we knew everything was as fresh as possible. This team worked SO DANG HARD to make sure that it was the best dinner ever. People usually say that the bride and groom never eat at their wedding, but Jamell and team's cooking is so good that I made sure to eat it! By dessert, I was walking around too much that I had missed the serving of bread pudding, but I just went inside and they made me a bowl even though they were already working on cleanup. Throughout the wedding people were telling us how great the food was. One of our friends, who is a very picky steak eater (he frequents all the nice steakhouses) said it was one of the best steaks he had ever had. Another favorite was the bacon wrapped dates that were passed around as appetizers, they were so good that my husband grabbed all of the extra and handed them out on the bus to the bar after dinner! Jamell is truly a GREAT chef, but a great person. He is passionate about making a great meal and making sure that his clients truly enjoy their experience. I will be cheering him and his business on from now on. I've already asked my husband if we can hire him every year for our anniversary dinner!!

Details: Wedding • Dinner • Cocktail hour or hors d'oeuvres • Alcoholic drinks • Non-alcoholic drinks • Dessert • Coffee or tea • American - casual • American - Southern • French • Plated meal • Yes, full service • Outdoor venue • No kitchen • 70 - 79 guests • Plates, utensils and glasses • Serving and warming equipment • Cloth napkins • Premium (high end ingredients)

Meals In Motion(Jamell)'s reply

Kilian where to begin? This entire journey has been an amazing one. From the moment we first spoke on the phone, to the moment we did the tasting, you and your family treated us like family. That’s what made your wedding so much more meaningful to us. It wasn’t that we’re just servicing a client’s wedding, it was more like we were creating an unforgettable day for our family. We will forever be intwined because of the special bond we have. It was truly a PLEASURE for us to experience your special day with you. This truly was one of our best and memorable events EVER and we will always be grateful for the opportunity you gave us. We couldn’t have asked for a more perfect group of people to service. I truly wish nothing but success, happiness, and all great things that marriage life will bring to you. We will always be at your beck and call whenever you need us. You’ve got a Chef for life with me and I’m super excited about the future events we will have together.

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Tracey C.

May 16, 2023

Hired on Thumbtack

The FOOD Was DELICIOUS. Chef Jamell was Very PROFESSIONAL And On Time and had AMAZING Time Management with Appetizers and Main Course . Thank You for this AMAZING EXPERIENCE With My Family and My Mom For Mother’s Day

Details: Special occasion (birthday, anniversary, etc.) • 6 - 10 guests • Dinner • Dessert • Cocktail hour / hors d'oeuvres • Premium (high end ingredients) • Dessert • American - formal • Southern • Meal prepared onsite • Only once • At the pro’s location • My home, venue, etc.

Meals In Motion(Jamell)'s reply

Tracey it truly was a pleasure servicing you and you’re family for Mother’s Day. I greatly appreciate the hospitality you and the entire family showed me from the moment I got there until the moment I left. I look forward to servicing all of you on Father’s day

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Nathan R.

Mar 21, 2023

Hired on Thumbtack

Jamell was absolutely amazing. I have had the pleasure of eating meals made by a number of great private chefs in the past, but the experience that Jamell created for my friends and I was by far the best I’ve ever had. He cooked steak and seafood for my group of 10 and the quality was nothing short of incredible. Everything was cooked to perfection, prepared in a timely manner, and Jamell himself was super friendly and punctual. I have already saved and passed along his info to several of my friends in SoCal and the Midwest who will be hiring him in the future. If you’re deciding between Jamell or the field, don’t even think. Reach out to Jamell before he gets booked up!!

Details: Special occasion (birthday, anniversary, etc.) • 6 - 10 guests • Dinner • Premium (high end ingredients) • American - casual • Mexican / Latin American • Meal delivered • Only once • At the pro’s location • My home, venue, etc.

Meals In Motion(Jamell)'s reply

Nate once again Thank you. I truly had a blast with you and the boys. Once again Congratulations on the wedding and we hope to be able to service you all again in the future. Thank you

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Lovette M.

1 month ago

Hired on Thumbtack

Jamelle was perfect! He showed up on time, well prepared, and was very friendly. He made us the most beautiful pineapple surf and turf boats and they tasted great! We hired him for my sister’s bachelorette party and everyone was so impressed. He really elevated the evening. One of the best parts was he also plated the food, served it, and also cleared the table and did the dishes! It was truly wonderful!

Details: Special occasion (birthday, anniversary, etc.) • 6 - 10 guests • Dinner • Standard (basic ingredients) • American - casual • American - formal • Italian • Southern • Mexican / Latin American • Barbecue • I'm flexible • Only once • My home, venue, etc.

Meals In Motion(Jamell)'s reply

Lovette words can’t explain how grateful we are for the opportunity you gave us. We know how special this night was for you, your sister, and everyone else that attended. We are so happy that we were able to make this night extremely memorable. You all were Amazing and Lovette you were an amazing host. We hope that we can do business with you again in the near future. From all of us here at Meals In Motion, Thank you.

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Grant P.

Oct 15, 2023

Hired on Thumbtack

Best Homemade Fried Chicken and Cornbread i’ve ever had! Ribs were cooked to perfection with a classic bbq sauce and a spicy Hawaiian glaze, mac n cheese was melt in your mouth good. Jamell was an amazing cook for me and my 6 friends, and an even better person attentive and helpful to every ste along the way. Do yourself a favor and hire this man!

Details: Special occasion (birthday, anniversary, etc.) • 6 - 10 guests • Dinner • Standard (basic ingredients) • Dessert • American - formal • Italian • Barbecue • Meal prepared onsite • Only once • At the pro’s location • My home, venue, etc.

Meals In Motion(Jamell)'s reply

Grant it was truly a pleasure servicing g you and your guests. You all were super easy to work with and very hospitable. We’re so happy that you all really enjoyed our food. We truly put our love and passion into every meal and we’re happy to know that you were able to taste all of it. We’ll definitely be happy to service you all again

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