CHEF SERVICES PROVIDED
- Free Initial Consultation
- Customized menu planning
- Personal Chef services
- Meals Delivery
- Grocery shopping
- Personalized Cooking Classes (10 persons or less)
- Baby Showers (25 persons or less)
- Social Gatherings i.e. book clubs/girls’ night (12 persons or less)
Frequently Asked Questions?
Private Chef is employed by one individual or family full time and is often a live in and prepares three meals a day. A Personal Chef serves several clients, usually one per day, and provides multiple meals that are custom designed for the clients’ particular requests and
dietary requirements. These meals are packaged and stored so the client may enjoy them at their leisure in the future.
Yes, I do prepare your meals in the safety of your own kitchen. I am not a large event caterer, and currently do not have access to a commercially licensed kitchen, so the size of the events I can handle is limited to what can be reasonably accommodated and prepared in your kitchen. One of the reasons I visit your home before the first cooking day is to assess the kitchen and note how many burners are functional, etc. On our agreed upon cooking day I bring the fresh ingredients for your meals along with pots, pans and utensils, and prepare your meals on site.
It usually takes 3-4 hours to actually cook, cool and store the meals in your home, depending on the meal package selected. My time spent planning, grocery shopping, etc. is usually about two hours longer than the actual cooking time.
At our initial meeting we will discuss your likes, dislikes and any dietary needs you may have. This will allow us to customize your menu. You can choose your menu selection from our extensive menu or if you prefer we will choose the menu for you and send a copy of our selection for your approval a few days before your scheduled cook date.
It is customary to pay at least 5 days in advance of the cooking date. My services do not include the cost of groceries which allows you maximum flexibility in choosing menu items. I will estimate the cost of the groceries based on your menu selections and require a deposit for groceries, in
addition to my fee, prior to your cooking date.
A one time fee will be included in your initial service. Note that many of the disposable containers can in fact be reused several times.
Absolutely! When you add up the time and money spent on planning, shopping, cooking and clean up, the price can be quite affordable- not to mention the other benefits you may experience when you begin to devote that time and energy to other pursuits! The cost per meal is comparable to eating at a nice restaurant. However, with our service, you will be getting individually customized meals with your specific dietary needs in mind. You will eat in the comfort of your own home , at your convenience, and will have all the extra time saved to enjoy doing the things you love!
Yes. Cooking lessons are available for individuals and small groups. Please contact us for additional information and types of cooking classes.