MEET OUR JDK FAMILY

Meet the magic makers behind your extraordinary events, and discover how our commitment to excellence and detail makes every occasion not just an event, but an experience to be treasured.

Our team is a vibrant collection of skilled professionals, each bringing a unique blend of talent, creativity, and dedication to the table.  On your event day, you may see team members from the Event Specialist, Event Service and Culinary Team. However, there are several other departments (and over 30 other people) working behind the scenes to make sure your event runs flawlessly. From pressing linens in the laundry department and washing dishes in the dish room to packing every single piece of cutlery and glass needed for your event – we have the capacity to take care of your events’ extra details and logistics so you don’t have to.

Leadership

The JDK Group Catering and Events Meet The Team of Event Professionals Serving Harrisburg, Lancaster, and York PA - Jennifer Delaye

Jennifer Delaye

Chief Executive Officer

The JDK Group Catering and Events Meet The Team of Event Professionals Serving Harrisburg, Lancaster, and York PA - Steve Sanchez 2

Steve Sanchez

President

The JDK Group Catering and Events Meet The Team of Event Professionals Serving Harrisburg, Lancaster, and York PA - Bob Kiehl

Bob Kiehl

Chief Financial Officer

The JDK Group Catering and Events Meet The Team of Event Professionals Serving Harrisburg, Lancaster, and York PA - Jay Varga

Jay Varga

Executive Chef

The JDK Group Catering and Events Meet The Team of Event Professionals Serving Harrisburg, Lancaster, and York PA - Josh House

Josh House

Sous Chef

The JDK Group Catering and Events Meet The Team of Event Professionals Serving Harrisburg, Lancaster, and York PA - Adam Hoffman

Adam Hoffman

Culinary Operations Manager

The JDK Group Catering and Events Meet The Team of Event Professionals Serving Harrisburg, Lancaster, and York PA - Abby Labar

Abby Labar

Director of Venue Management

The JDK Group Catering and Events Meet The Team of Event Professionals Serving Harrisburg, Lancaster, and York PA - Annie McGinley

Annie McGinley

Assistant Manager of Sales

The JDK Group Catering and Events Meet The Team of Event Professionals Serving Harrisburg, Lancaster, and York PA - Colton Staver

Colton Staver

Director of Floral and Design

The JDK Group Catering and Events Meet The Team of Event Professionals Serving Harrisburg, Lancaster, and York PA - Michelle Hare

Michelle Hare

Director of Marketing

The JDK Group Catering and Events Meet The Team of Event Professionals Serving Harrisburg, Lancaster, and York PA - Alanna Kelly-Enck

Alanna Kelly-Enck

Senior Marketing Manager

The JDK Group Catering and Events Meet The Team of Event Professionals Serving Harrisburg, Lancaster, and York PA - Ashley Tilley

Ashley Tilley

Warehouse Productions Manager

The JDK Group Catering and Events Meet The Team of Event Professionals Serving Harrisburg, Lancaster, and York PA - Monique Sanz

Monique Sanz

Operations and Logistics Manager

Sales & Marketing

The JDK Group Catering and Events Meet The Team of Event Professionals Serving Harrisburg, Lancaster, and York PA - Abby Labar

Abby Labar

Director of Venue Management

CONTACT ABBY
The JDK Group Catering and Events Meet The Team of Event Professionals Serving Harrisburg, Lancaster, and York PA - Annie McGinley

Annie McGinley

Assistant Manager of Sales

CONTACT ANNIE
The JDK Group Catering and Events Meet The Team of Event Professionals Serving Harrisburg, Lancaster, and York PA - Lexi Leach

Lexi Leach

Wedding and Event Producer

CONTACT LEXI
The JDK Group Catering and Events Meet The Team of Event Professionals Serving Harrisburg, Lancaster, and York PA - Brad Snyder

Brad Snyder

Event Specialist

CONTACT BRAD
The JDK Group Catering and Events Meet The Team of Event Professionals Serving Harrisburg, Lancaster, and York PA - Tara Simpkins

Tara Simpkins

Event Specialist

CONTACT TARA
The JDK Group Catering and Events Meet The Team of Event Professionals Serving Harrisburg, Lancaster, and York PA - Alyssa Blackman

Alyssa Blackman

Senior Venue Sales Coordinator

CONTACT ALYSSA
The JDK Group Catering and Events Meet The Team of Event Professionals Serving Harrisburg, Lancaster, and York PA - Andrea Stanko

Andrea Stanko

Senior Venue Sales Coordinator

CONTACT ANDREA
The JDK Group Catering and Events Meet The Team of Event Professionals Serving Harrisburg, Lancaster, and York PA - Maddie Farrell

Maddie Farrell

Sales Development Coordinator

CONTACT MADDIE
The JDK Group Catering and Events Meet The Team of Event Professionals Serving Harrisburg, Lancaster, and York PA - Sydnee Wishard

Sydnee Wishard

Event Production Coordinator

CONTACT SYDNEE
The JDK Group Catering and Events Meet The Team of Event Professionals Serving Harrisburg, Lancaster, and York PA - Ashley Royer

Ashley Royer

Sales Administrative Coordinator

CONTACT ASHLEY
The JDK Group Catering and Events Meet The Team of Event Professionals Serving Harrisburg, Lancaster, and York PA - Michelle Hare

Michelle Hare

Director of Marketing

The JDK Group Catering and Events Meet The Team of Event Professionals Serving Harrisburg, Lancaster, and York PA - Alanna Kelly-Enck

Alanna Kelly-Enck

Senior Marketing Manager

The JDK Group Catering and Events Meet The Team of Event Professionals Serving Harrisburg, Lancaster, and York PA - Shannon Brautigam

Shannon Brautigam

Graphic Design and Visual Marketing Coordinator

Daulton Maier

Technology and Systems Coordinator

Floral & Design

The JDK Group Catering and Events Meet The Team of Event Professionals Serving Harrisburg, Lancaster, and York PA - Colton Staver

Colton Staver

Director of Floral and Design

CONTACT COLTON
The JDK Group Catering and Events Meet The Team of Event Professionals Serving Harrisburg, Lancaster, and York PA - Brooke Maier 2

Brooke Maier

Floral and Event Design Coordinator

CONTACT BROOKE
The JDK Group Catering and Events Meet The Team of Event Professionals Serving Harrisburg, Lancaster, and York PA - Stephanie Kramer

Stephanie Kramer

Floral and Design Production Supervisor

Taylor Govern

Floral & Design Operations Supervisor

Culinary

The JDK Group Catering and Events Meet The Team of Event Professionals Serving Harrisburg, Lancaster, and York PA - Jay Varga

Jay Varga

Executive Chef

The JDK Group Catering and Events Meet The Team of Event Professionals Serving Harrisburg, Lancaster, and York PA - Josh House

Josh House

Sous Chef

The JDK Group Catering and Events Meet The Team of Event Professionals Serving Harrisburg, Lancaster, and York PA - Adam Hoffman

Adam Hoffman

Culinary Operations Manager

Mikael Stroberg

Culinary Production Supervisor

Operations

The JDK Group Catering and Events Meet The Team of Event Professionals Serving Harrisburg, Lancaster, and York PA - Monique Sanz

Monique Sanz

Operations and Logistics Manager

The JDK Group Catering and Events Meet The Team of Event Professionals Serving Harrisburg, Lancaster, and York PA - Ashley Tilley

Ashley Tilley

Warehouse Productions Manager

The JDK Group Catering and Events Meet The Team of Event Professionals Serving Harrisburg, Lancaster, and York PA - Amber Kocher

Amber Kocher

Operations Productions Specialist

Zusette Alvarez

Laundry Lead

Marc Allander

Aqua Technician Lead

BEKS BAUR

Rentals Lead

Krista Prickett

Packing Lead

Service

The JDK Group Catering and Events Meet The Team of Event Professionals Serving Harrisburg, Lancaster, and York PA - Amanda Seltzer

Amanda Seltzer

Talent Acquisition Coordinator

The JDK Group Catering and Events Meet The Team of Event Professionals Serving Harrisburg, Lancaster, and York PA - Tabitha Lauro

Tabitha Lauro

Staffing Coordinator

The JDK Group Catering and Events Meet The Team of Event Professionals Serving Harrisburg, Lancaster, and York PA - Shannon Archer

Shannon Archer

Senior Event Manager

Alana Hayman

Event Manager

Tabitha Mattern

Event Manager

Cynthia Hassinger

Event Manager

Brankica Juric

Event Manager

Sandee Crawford

Event Manager

Alexis Kiehl

Event Manager

Interested in being a
part of the jdk magic?

Explore our employment page for open positions and apply today!

APPLY TODAY
The JDK Group Catering and Events - Corporate and Wedding Caterer in Harrisburg PA - Team and Culture
"Tara and Maddie gave us such an amazing experience with JDK. Their communication was amazing and they were so helpful with the planning process and execution of our wedding day vision. They also were so helpful with making substitutions to accommodate our budget. All of our guests raved about how good the food was and we are so thankful we went with the JDK group to cater and coordinate our wedding day!" - Megan H
"The JDK experience was great. We worked with Abby as our coordinator and she was great. She is extremely knowledgeable and very kind! She also worked very well with our wedding planner in fine tuning all of the rental details. I really didn't have to worry about tables, chairs, linens, flatware, glassware, etc. It was all handled. On the day of our wedding, our guests raved about the food as well as the professionalism and kindness of the staff and bartenders. I would highly recommend JDK!" - Katie K
"My husband and I were blown away by the experience of being a JDK client. From the moment we met with JDK to decide if we wanted them as our wedding day caterer, we felt like they were going to do whatever it took to make our wedding day everything we could dream of. The JDK Group is way more than just amazing food. We had Lexi as our event coordinator and she was personable and open to all our ideas. Throughout the entire planning process, we never felt unsure of how it would go, because we knew we could count on Lexi to make it work. Not only did she help us choose what food would work well together, she also helped us decide on linens, decor, floor plan, schedule of events, and was truly a trusted advisor on how it would all work together. On to the food! We had a pasta bar and a steak carving station which our guests have been raving about every time we see them. The chefs and serving staff were extremely professional and helpful whenever there was a need. Lexi even put together a to-go box of food for us that was waiting in our car when we left the wedding - so thoughtful! JDK was truly full service and we would highly recommend to anyone who wants to have a low stress preparation process, happy guests, and an unforgettable event." - Shannon B