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What is your typical process for working with a new customer?
Step 1) Consult with client to get an idea of desired service, menu options, and date of service. Whether it's a creative date night, small intimate gathering with friends, or in home demonstration all services are welcomed and individually catered to each client.
Step 2) Create menu and submit ideas to client for approval.
Step 3) We then solidify date, time, payment, and any logistics of the event to make sure all accommodations are met.
Step 4) 1/2 payment due to secure date and ship then remaining 1/2 due at time of service
Step 5) Show up to perform service
I take care of all food shopping and provide my own cooking equipment. Only thing I'll need is equipment such as stove, fridge, and counter space to prep.
What education and/or training do you have that relates to your work?
Professionally trained chef and culinary educator 21 years
Operating Not Enough Thyme Personal Chef Services since 2006
EDUCATION: AAS Culinary Arts Degree, BS Culinary Management Degree, MBA
Do you have a standard pricing system for your services? If so, please share the details here.
Date Night 3 course dinner for 2 starts at $250
Small Dinner Parties pricing starts at $35p/p
Meal Preps prices starts at $10 p/m
*Note starting prices are based on basic menu more premium items will increase cost
How did you get started in this business?
I took the personal chef course in culinary school and realized that I didn't want to be forever a restaurant chef. I love the idea and feel if bringing the restaurant and creative flair to clients to cater to them personally.
What types of customers have you worked with?
I have been blessed to cook for celebrities (actors, public figures, and athletes), corporate executives, and my favorite everyday ordinary people that want to experience a personal chef catering to them.
Describe a recent event you are fond of.
Most recent I'm fond of would be a Valentines Dunch (Dinner Lunch) for one of my clients. She hosted a small Valentine's gathering for her close friends and sorority sisters.
What advice would you give a customer looking to hire a pro in your area of expertise?
Make sure the Chef has great customer service because special events you want to make sure someone is catering to your needs to add value and memories to your special day.
What questions should customers think through before talking to pros about their needs?
How does service work? Client expectations and desired service and if Chef can provide what is desired or expected. Budget