Chef Zachary Pope

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Introduction: Chef Zachary Pope brings years of training and experience in Classical Cuisine wherever he goes. His food philosophy is simple: the best ingredients and attention to detail create the perfect dining experience. His effervescent personality, passion for food and his ability to entice all the senses makes each bite truly memorable. Chef Pope’s unique style of teaching and involving students of all skill levels is truly contagious. Exciting and engaging, it is easy to understand why he has been awarded numerous Best Chef Awards and Recognitions including 2013 Business of the Year for his Roundz Gourmet Market & Catering in Crofton, Maryland. A thorough understanding of special ingredients, complimentary flavor pairings and textural interaction is a signature of Chef Pope’s cooking style.

Overview

Hired 15 times

Serves Edgewater, MD

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1 employee

28 years in business

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This pro accepts payments via Cash, Venmo, and Zelle.

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

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Eloise L.

Feb 20, 2024

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Our experience with Chef Zachary was outstanding from start to finish. He took the time to talk with us about our event (an intimate dinner with friends for a milestone birthday), walking us through the options not only for the food but how we wanted the event to run and he made adjustments to the menu along the way. It felt like a collaboration from the start, guided by his expertise and kindness. On the day of the event, he was an absolute pleasure to have in our home and everyone was oohing and ahhing over the delicious courses. I can’t say enough good things about the experience. We will definitely reach out again. Thanks for making my birthday so special, Chef!!!

Details: Special occasion (birthday, anniversary, etc.) • 6 - 10 guests • Dinner • I'm flexible • Dessert • American - casual • American - formal • Italian • Mediterranean / Middle Eastern • French • Meal prepared onsite • Only once • My home, venue, etc.

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Zoomie Z.

Oct 1, 2023

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Chef Pope helped me celebrate my birthday. He was entertaining and was very professional. The food was amazing and delicious. Will be calling him again for other events in the future!!! Thank you, Chef Pope!’n

Details: Special occasion (birthday, anniversary, etc.) • 6 - 10 guests • Dinner • Premium (high end ingredients) • French • Italian • Asian • Vegetarian or vegan • Meal prepared onsite • Only once • My home, venue, etc.

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Tracy H.

Jan 10, 2021

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I hired Zach as a gift for a private dinner. Zach was extremely professional, prompt, and courteous. Most importantly, I had great reviews from the recipients of my gift. The food was fantastic, with a special thumbs up to his Tomato soup. I would use him again and highly recommend his service.

Details: Special occasion (birthday, anniversary, etc.) • 3 - 5 guests • Dinner • Standard (basic ingredients) • Dessert • Italian • Meal prepared onsite • Only once • My home, venue, etc.

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Beverly M.

Mar 25, 2023

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The food was delicious. I will have him back for my next party.

Details: Brunch / dinner party • 6 - 10 guests • Dinner • Premium (high end ingredients) • American - formal • Meal prepared onsite • Only once • My home, venue, etc.

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Rachel S.

Jun 6, 2022

Zach did an incredible job for my dad's retirement/65th birthday celebration. He cooked an exceptional meal for 13 guests out of a rental home. Everyone kept commenting on how delicious each course was, and for the rest of the trip, people kept reminiscing aloud about how much they enjoyed the whole meal! We very much appreciated Zach's creativity and flexibility as he met with us via video chat in the months leading up to our event. He designed an exciting menu with several options for each course, and he was very open to our ideas and requests to refine the menu to exactly my dad's tastes. My parents asked to use pork from the pigs they raised in several of the courses, and Zach did a wonderful job showing off the meat. I would highly recommend working with Chef Zach; my family would gladly hire him again!

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Zachary Pope

FAQs

What should the customer know about your pricing (e.g., discounts, fees)?
Although my experience is broad and diverse, the enjoyment I receive by sharing my experience translates into the price. I am reasonably priced and will to work with people depending on need.
What is your typical process for working with a new customer?
A phone conversation is my preferred starting point with each client. I am able to listen and hear what the client has to say and incorperate that into a service and appropriate price.
What education and/or training do you have that relates to your work?
After graduating Culinary School in 1996 I was awarded a 9 month Fellowship to begin practicing my craft in a seasonal Hotel in Ireland. I have worked for skilled Chefs throughout my career (my favorite have been French) in the Washington DC fine dining community.