Jen Hawley

Senior Catering Sales Manager

Get to Know Me:

I absolutely love my job and am so happy to have a career that does not feel like work! I have been in the hospitality industry on and off since high school. The energy, relationships, creativity and passion in this industry are unmatched.

  • What I want to eat/drink right now: Sushi & sake

  • Favorite childhood yummy: Lobster tacos

  • My television obsession is: Chef’s Table

  • The Oscar should go to: Oprah

  • Why I’m a foodie: I love how food brings people together and how it can make you feel. Sometimes a bite of your favorite childhood food can bring you back to those moments of warmth and love as if you are reliving it all over again. Where there is food, there is happiness.

Jordan Petty

Catering Sales & Event Associate

Get to know me:

My little joys in life include nature walks with my black lab, my saltwater reef tank, and my dart frogs. I have been in the hospitality industry for over 16 years and have been catering for over 11 years with my specialty being weddings. I had the opportunity to serve at a wedding 11 years ago on the east coast and instantly fell in love with the experience. From there I worked my way up through the ranks from serving/bartending to onsite event management to operations and now sales. My passion and love for what I do truly shows. I can’t wait to celebrate with you!

  • What do you like to do in your free time? I love to go on nature walks to observing the seasonal San Diego blooms with my black lab Oreo and I enjoy exploring new restaurants around town.

  • What is one thing on your bucket list? To own a fruit orchard especially plums, peaches, nectarines, and pluots. I love stone fruits!

  • What High 5 resonates with you? I would have to say crave as I am a very passionate person, I truly love what I do and want all my clients to have a memorable and seamless event that they can remember for years to come.

  • What do you want to eat or drink right now?  To Eat: Prime Rib with roasted garlic asparagus and creamy Yukon mashed potatoes. To Drink: Veuve Clicquot Champagne, I can’t resist a glass of bubbles.

  • Why I’m a foodie: I believe that food should be beautiful, delicious and served with a smile and good vibes. Each bite and moment can transport us to a different place which I think is a magical experience. There’s so many ways to experience food and I want to help curate amazing menus for each client’s culinary journey.

Ashley Clark

Catering Sales & Event Associate

Get to know me:

San Diego native, born and raised, and I’ve never left! I have a deep love for art, music, food, and film.
I truly enjoy being part of the magic that comes with orchestrating the culinary side of events.

Outside of work, I love watching my kids grow. My youngest is extremely musically talented and can play any percussion instrument like a pro instantly! My older daughter’s talent in art always leaves me speechless. Also—It’s no shock that they’re mini foodies too…

We share our life with three fur babies and my goofy & handsome husband, who is still my favorite person and biggest cheerleader in life. My first job was at a café in high school & since then I’ve worked in nearly every aspect of hospitality and events (except being a chef, and trust me, that’s for the best!).

I’m incredibly grateful for my years of bartending, serving, & event management, which ultimately led me into sales in 2022.

I now love working with clients from the very beginning, helping curate meaningful, memorable experiences & guiding them through the entire process.

  • What do you like to do in your free time?
    • Watch the latest A24 movie or binge watch ER
    • Sewing or “Make something out of nothing”
    • Nighttime driving with the windows rolled down and the music turned way, way up
    • Sneaking cuddles with my favorite cat (shh, don’t tell the other ones!)

  • What is one thing in your bucket list? 
    For our fifth anniversary, I want us to run away to Las Vegas and get remarried by Elvis, then catch a flight to New York City and end the night lost in a Broadway show. One unforgettable day in two iconic cities, celebrating a love that just keeps getting better.

  • What high 5 resonate you the most? 
    Respect. 100%. It drives how I treat people, how I collaborate, and how I build trust in both personal and professional relationships.

  • What do you want to eat and drink right now? 
    Honestly, anything edible as long as it’s made with intention, care, and passion, especially if it comes from someone I know.

  • Why are you a foodie? 
    For me, being a foodie is about what Anthony Bourdain captured so well, using food as a way to explore and connect. It’s never just about eating, it’s about the experience.

Sophie Allen

Catering Sales & Event Associate

Get to Know Me:

I received my bachelors degree from UC Santa Barbara where I built my foundations in event planning through campus organizations, leadership roles, and community gatherings. I love the way events create space for people to connect and celebrate during some of life’s most meaningful moments. There’s something special about knowing the planning and preparation allowed everyone in the room to simply show up and enjoy themselves - because who doesn’t love a good party?

  • What I want to eat/drink right now: A dirty pickle martini

  • What do you like to do in your free time? Having recently moved to San Diego, I love exploring different neighborhoods, finding scenic walks, spending time with friends, crafting, and binging reality TV.

  • What is one thing on your bucket list? Driving the Mario Kart go-karts through the streets of Tokyo.

  • Which High 5 resonates with you? Don’t half-ass it.

  • Why I’m a foodie: Food has an incredible way of bringing people together. Some of the best conversations and memories happen around a table, and I love being part of
    experiences that help create those moments.

Danielle Botvin

Sales Coordinator

Get to Know Me:

I’m a Southern California native who has really found my home here in San Diego over the past few years. Event planning is my passion, and creating meaningful experiences is what drives me. In my previous career, I brought cultural experiences to college students through holiday celebrations and on campus programming. In my spare time, my friends and I create themed dinners and parties-just for fun! When I’m not at work, I spend my time making memories with my friends, family, and my partner. You’ll most likely find me at the beach or by the pool, throwing the ball with my pup, or in the kitchen with something new to cook. I am excited to bring my positive energy and passion for what we do to your events!

  • What I want to eat/drink right now: Sushi- the answer is always sushi.

  • What do you like to do in your free time? I love spending time with my partner and our many pets, anything to do with being in or near the water, and diving into a new world through books, television, and movies.

  • What is one thing on your bucket list? Spend time in the floating markets of Thailand.

  • Which High 5 resonates with you? Every time I have been asked this question, my answer has changed. I believe most of the time, my High 5 is “Good Vibes.” I bring positivity with me wherever I go!

  • Why I’m a foodie: Food is a window into different cultures- it’s a way to connect with people and their history.