Chef Charlie Funk

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Introduction: My name is Charlie Funk. I have been a hospitality professional for the last 17 years! I have taken my experience from Michelin to Relaix and Chateau rated restaurants and brought them right to your dinner table. I work clean and I am punctual. I source premium ingredients and work as closely as I can with local farms and purveyors. I love making people happy and creating an experience you'll never forget.

Overview

Hired 16 times

Serves Frankfort, IL

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1 employee

2 years in business

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This pro accepts payments via Apple Pay, Cash, Check, Credit card, Google Pay, PayPal, Samsung Pay, Square cash app, Stripe, Venmo, and Zelle.

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2023

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Customers rated this pro highly for work quality, professionalism, and responsiveness.

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Kari z.

2 days ago

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The food was excellent!! Charlie's presence during the event was perfect. He was out front and pleasant when needed and you didn't even know he was there during the appropriate times. Very well done.

Details: Brunch / dinner party • 11 - 20 guests • Cocktail hour / hors d'oeuvres • Dinner • Premium (high end ingredients) • Dessert • Cold beverages (non-alcoholic) • Cold beverages (alcoholic) • American - formal • Meal prepared onsite • Only once • At the pro’s location • My home, venue, etc.

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Dan T.

Jan 27, 2024

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We hired Charlie for a dinner for two. This was one of the best food experiences we have had. And we go out to a variety of restaurants a few times a month of all different cuisines. But first in home experience. First, Charlie was extremely responsive in the quoting process, worked with us to plan a fantastic menu and was flexible with dates and timing. The evening of the dinner, he showed up right on time, brought everything that was needed, super friendly and engaging during the whole evening and cleaned up the entire kitchen after the night. Between the cocktails, appetizers and the main course, beyond how amazing the food was, it was simply delightful to see someone who loves creating food and serving as much as Charlie. This was our first experience hiring Charlie, but certainly not the last. We look forward to our next event and will bring a bigger group next time to join in the fun! Thanks Charlie, it was great!

Details: Special occasion (birthday, anniversary, etc.) • 2 guests • Dinner • I'm flexible • American - formal • Italian • Mexican / Latin American • French • Meal prepared onsite • Only once • My home, venue, etc.

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Rhoby S.

Nov 6, 2023

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Charlie Funk is officially a legend in Marana! He was such a pleasure to work with - very responsive and reliable, makes incredible prickly pear margs, and brought a lot of great vibes to our special day. He will be top of mind for any future events we have. Thank you for adding so much to our special day!

Details: 26 - 50 guests • Wedding reception • Low key / casual • Private residence • Beer • Liquor / mixed drinks • Wine • Non-alcoholic beverages • Bartender will need to bring the bar • Tip jars allowed • Setup / cleanup

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Stephen W.

Oct 9, 2023

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My wife and I hired Chef Charlie for our 11-year anniversary. We have been wanting to do this for a while and for the first experience, Chef Charlie was amazing! His communication, energy, punctuality, personality, preparation, and production overall created a memorable experience. We were catered to and well taken care of down to the details. Details, not only in the personalized menu but in the flavorful appetizers, handcrafted cocktails, and perfected entrees. Nothing rushed. Perfect timing, and delivery throughout the evening. We HIGHLY recommend Chef Charlie and look forward to booking him again soon!!!

Details: Special occasion (birthday, anniversary, etc.) • 2 guests • Dinner • Cocktail hour / hors d'oeuvres • Dessert • Premium (high end ingredients) • American - formal • Italian • Mediterranean / Middle Eastern • French • Meal prepared onsite • Only once • My home, venue, etc.

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Analicia H.

Mar 18, 2024

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When Chef Charlie said Bachelorette parties are his jam, he meant it! We had a fantastic, super fancy, incredibly delicious dinner. 10 out of 10 would recommend Chef Charlie to everyone for any occasion. He worked with me to make the perfect menu for the occasion, just fantastic. So prepared, professional, amazing.

Details: Special occasion (birthday, anniversary, etc.) • 6 - 10 guests • Dinner • Cocktail hour / hors d'oeuvres • I'm flexible • Italian • American - casual • American - formal • Meal prepared onsite • Only once • At the pro’s location • My home, venue, etc.

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What should the customer know about your pricing (e.g., discounts, fees)?
My pricing is competitive with most restaurants. It is important to me that the guest feels like their experience had good value.
What is your typical process for working with a new customer?
Customers send their requests however is most convenient. I'll draft a proposal appropriate to the budget and submit it to the customer for review. Then, the customer and I work together to get every detail just right and settle on a price for the event.
What education and/or training do you have that relates to your work?
I have a culinary degree from The Illinois Institute of Art Chicago. I have worked in many award winning establishments in the United States.