Our Story
A second act, a decade in the making.
Act 2 Catering is the work of Jimmy Avila, a chef and operator who spent a career making other people's events unforgettable. This is the first one with his name on it.
The Founder
Meet Jimmy Avila
For a decade, Jimmy Avila has been the person you call when the event has to be perfect.
Experience built at the highest level
Jimmy Avila is a native Southern Californian who began honing his craft with Microsoft Executive Catering, serving everything from intimate executive dinners to large scale software rollout celebrations.
From trusted professional to independent operator
After moving to the Coachella Valley, Jimmy joined the venerable Carousel Catering, where he was the Director of Events. There, he earned a reputation for thoroughness, reliability, and a sincere commitment to each client's experience.
He learned the catering business at the highest level the desert offers. Then he left to build something on his own terms. If you've been to a high end event or an intimate celebration in this valley, there's a good chance Jimmy had a hand in it.
Director of Events
Meet Olivia Ocampo
Turning dreams into reality, one event at a time.
Born and raised in the Coachella Valley, Olivia Ocampo brings over ten years of event planning and event production, with an eye for the smallest details. She has worked alongside some of the valley's most notable residents and celebrities to bring their most perfect events and dinners to life.
An event planner who thrives on making a vision come alive, Olivia is here to make sure your celebration turns out beyond your wildest dreams.
Our Palm Springs kitchen, open for business
We cut the ribbon with the Greater Coachella Valley Chamber, the whole team, and the clients who got us here. Then we fed everyone.
Made from scratch
Real cooking, seasonal ingredients, plated to impress. Never reheated trays.
Hands on, start to finish
Jimmy's in your event from menu to last plate. Your standards become his name.
Custom every time
No two events are alike, so no two menus are either. Built around your guests and your vision.
Let's plan your event
Cater your next event with Jimmy
Tell us about your event and we'll follow up with a custom proposal, menu options, service style, and pricing built around your day. No obligation.
- Custom menus for any headcount or dietary need
- Full service staff, bar, florals, and setup available
- Fast, personal response, you talk to a real person
Prefer to talk? Call (760) 320-7678
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