Frequently Asked Questions
- What do you charge for your meal service?
- What do you charge for dinner parties?
- Will you be using my pots and pans?
- What's the difference between a personal chef and a private chef?
- What if I only want your services once in a while?
What do you charge for your meal service?
Costs vary depending on how many meals are prepared and the chosen menu. Here are a few standard choices (including the cost of food):
- Weekly vegetarian meal service: $350
- Weekly gourmet meal service: $450
- Weekly fresh express service: $100
Fresh express service involves your favourite fruits and vegetables cut, prepared and packaged. Perfect for work or school snacks!
Meal service is available weekly, bi-weekly or monthly.
What do you charge for dinner parties?
There are 2 options for dinner party services: hors d'oeuvre parties or multi-course dinners.
Hors d'oeuvre parties cost between $30 to $45 per person, depending on the number of guests and the chosen menu. Parties can be catered for up to 150 guests. Rental of tables, dinnerware and glassware is available if needed.
Multi-course dinner parties cost between $65 to $100 per person, also depending on the number of guests and the chosen menu.
Will you be using my pots and pans?
I will bring all the necessary equipment needed to prepare your meals, including knives, pots and pans, etc. I only need the use of your counter space, stove top and oven.
What's the difference between a personal chef and a private chef?
A private chef is a full-time employee of one individual or family, and generally lives in the same residence, preparing up to three meals a day.
A personal chef serves several clients, usually one per day, and provides multiple meals which are custom designed to the clients particular requests and requirements. These meals are packaged and stored so that the client may enjoy them at their convenience in the future.
What if I only want your services once in a while?
My service is available weekly, bi-weekly or monthly.
Most clients find that one of these options works for them.
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