Robert Jacobi has spent his entire life surrounded by and immersed in the finer points of hospitality. Robert was raised in Germany, Austria, France and Greece. He holds degrees in International Relations (Boston University) and Hospitality Management (Viuex Bois-Geneva and Cordon Bleu-Pasadena).
Robert’s International career highlights include but are not limited to catering large events for the United Nations and the Academy Awards. Due to his training, he specializes in corporate events and restaurant management. Robert’s experience and lifelong commitment to perfection in service and management gives him the ability to balance out the very intricate nature of the hospitality business.
Raised in South Louisiana, Rachel earned her Bachelor of Science degree from Nicholls State University while working for world-renowned chef John Besh and Cajun cuisine guru John Folse. While spending summers in Sonoma & Napa, Rachel worked under Chef Thomas Keller at The French Laundry.
Rachel’s vision is straightforward: combine excellent personalized service, quality ingredients sourced from our local ranchers and farmers with the knowledge of highly trained chefs to produce a culinary company that far exceeds customer’s quality expectations.
Catering Clients work directly with Rachel in planning their events. Her strengths are an uncanny culinary creativity and an ability to take even the vaguest of event ideas and turn them into event reality.
Born in Southern California and raised in Colorado, Lindsay German comes from a small family of hard workers. After graduating Cum Laude in 2008 from CSU Channel Islands with a Bachelors Degree in Business Administration, she decided to continue her education and in March of 2011 she received her Masters Degree in Business Administration Magna Cum Laude. Starting her work career as a bookkeeper at a young age, she quickly adapted to working hard and was motivated by goal achievement. With a passion for the food and beverage industry, she joined the Main Course California team in January of 2009 and became a member of the LLC in early 2011.
Lindsay’s far-reaching understanding of catering and beverage service as well as her efficient book keeping skills ensures that every client will have the pleasure of working with Lindsay. Her ability to listen to the client, give them the information they need at strategic times, and her adept ability to work in an ever-changing environment make her a joy to work with – and an excellent on-site manager.
Raised on the East Coast, Alyson began her career in hospitality at an early age. Familial ties necessitated an intense involvement in all things food & wine related as two generations before found their calling in great wine & food.
For University, Alyson studied Art History & received her bachelor’s of Art from Temple University in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. Surrounded by great museums & fabulous restaurants, Philadelphia awarded Alyson with inspiration for years to come.
In 2001, Alyson began catering & found a field where “eating with your eyes” combined her two passions. The creativity of cuisine & art finally met.
As of 2010, Alyson is thrilled to call Ventura her new home with Main Course California. Here with Main Course, she has enjoyed a professional environment which fosters communication & creativity. She is delighted to extend that freedom of imagination to our clients in planning the perfect event.
Born in Atlanta and raised in Chattanooga, TN, the art of southern hospitality is in Judy Taylors’ blood. She graduated from Auburn University with a degree in Special Education and after four years teaching in San Francisco, moved to Truckee to ski and enjoy the mountains. It was here where Judy discovered her love for the hospitality industry. She worked in the best restaurants in the area and perfected the art of fine dining and wine service. Enjoying the years she spent helping friends with catering businesses through the busy season convinced Judy to work at Northstar at Tahoe and help manage their catering services. A move to Ventura led Judy to Main Course California where she has found a home with others who share her passion for organic, whole food, expertly prepared and beautifully presented.
Lane grew up in Ventura, CA and has hands on work experience having worked for numerous catering companies in California. She comes from a family that has always set high standards for hard work and achievement. Her passion for excellent food and service motivated her to get a degree in culinary arts and hospitality management from Santa Barbara City College. Lane is currently pursuing her Bachelor of Arts in Psychology while working at Main Course. Her outgoing personality and ability to work both Back of the House and Front of the House paired with extensive knowledge on nutrition and service makes her a perfect match for the Main Course team.
