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Big Jerk

Catering & Special Events

Big Jerk jerk chicken spread with plantain, rice, and sides

A Taste of Jamaica Since 1983

Catering that brings real Jamaican flavour to your next event.

Big Jerk Smokehouse serves Kitchener-Waterloo, GTA and beyond with authentic jerk, smoked BBQ, family recipes, and warm hospitality that people remember long after the event ends.

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AT VINCENZO'S

Saturdays · 11:00 am – 5:00 pm

We are inside at the hot table serving Jerk Chicken, Jerk Pork, Oxtail, Curry Goat, Curry Chicken and more.

150 Caroline St S, Waterloo ON N2L 0A5 · (519) 741-1437

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Our Story

From family tradition to unforgettable events.

Big Jerk is more than a catering company. It is a family-run business shaped by decades of Jamaican cooking, community care, and the kind of hospitality that makes people feel looked after.

Kevin Thomas carries the tradition forward with authentic Jamaican cooking, live-fire BBQ, and a style of service that feels warm, generous, and real. The business grew from deep local roots, inspired by the legacy of James Nicholas and the spirit of feeding people well — whether it is a wedding, a work event, or a community meal.

Since 1983, the family has been bringing the best in Caribbean cuisine and a blend of Canadian classics to Kitchener-Waterloo and beyond.

Big Jerk team being interviewed by media in front of the food truck

As Featured In

Global Heroes Magazine

Fed people make for happy people, and happy people make for productive people.

Kevin James Thomas, Founder of Big Jerk

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“Big Jerk’s Recipe for Change: Food, Family, and Community”

What We Do

Built for celebrations, company events, and big hungry crowds.

Big Jerk caters weddings, corporate events, private parties, festivals, and food truck bookings across Kitchener-Waterloo, the surrounding region, and beyond.

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Weddings

Bold flavour, smooth service, and menu options that make your wedding feel personal, generous, and memorable.

Corporate Catering

Office lunches, staff appreciation, launches, and company events with food people actually get excited about.

Private Parties

Birthdays, family gatherings, backyard celebrations, and milestone events with drop-off or full-service catering.

Food Truck & Onsite BBQ

Live-fire energy, smoked meats, jerk favourites, and a full event experience for festivals and large gatherings.

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Our Partner

Looking for something different?

Try our partners at Hometown Street Eats! Mean Dawgs, Mean Smash, Nice Buns out of Drayton, Ontario.

You can request one or both — Big Jerk and Hometown Street Eats — through our booking page. Double the flavour for your next event!

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Community Impact

Feeding people well has always been part of the mission.

Big Jerk carries forward a tradition of generosity and community care. That spirit lives on through local support, shared meals, and the belief that good food can bring people together in a real way.

Kevin Thomas continues a family legacy shaped by service, hospitality, and giving back. The story behind Big Jerk is not only about bold Jamaican flavour. It is also about showing up for the community and keeping that warmth alive in every event served.

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Tell us about your event and get a quote.

Perfect for weddings, corporate catering, private parties, festivals, and food truck bookings. Smaller private events are accepted with a minimum spend, and larger events are our sweet spot.

Call or text: 519-590-5375

Email: [email protected]

Location: 20 Hurst Ave unit #1, Kitchener