SJ Private Cooking

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Introduction: I started working for families as a nanny and this business naturally blossomed when I began cooking in their homes and teaching their kids cooking lessons while I worked. I love having clients in the kitchen with me while I work and being apart of the family bustle! I love educating people on how to utilize food with no waste and eat outside of their comfort zone. I focus on health-conscious comfort food,so it’s a great day when a picky eater loves one of my healthier takes on a favorite dish!

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Hired 7 times

5 employees

9 years in business

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

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Sydney K.

Feb 28, 2018

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Details: Regular meal • 2 guests • Dinner • American - casual • Asian • Italian • Mexican / Latin American • Barbecue • Mediterranean / Middle Eastern • Southern • Meal delivered • Weekly • The personal chef travels to me

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Lorrie W.

Nov 15, 2017

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Stephanie was very pleasant and helpful. I explained what needed to be done and she took the ball and ran with it for the remainder of the evening. I highly recommend her.

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Steve T.

Dec 20, 2017

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Very quick responses, just seems very professional and accommodating.

Details: Cocktail hour / hors d'oeuvres • Appetizers • Desserts • American - casual • Italian • Mexican / Latin American • Mediterranean / Middle Eastern • Modern / inventive • 11 - 20 guests • Meal prepared onsite • Special occasion (birthday, anniversary, etc.) • $30 - $40 per person • The personal chef travels to me

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Sarah F.

Jan 1, 2018

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What a fantastic way to bring in the New Year! Awesome food and great service from the comfort of my own table! We will do this again for sure!

Details: Dinner • Appetizers • Entrees • Side dishes • Desserts • French • Modern / inventive • 3 - 5 guests • Meal prepared onsite • Special occasion (birthday, anniversary, etc.) • $81 - $100 per person • The personal chef travels to me

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Ben L.

Jul 10, 2019

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Stephanie of SJ Private Cooking is a total rockstar. I hired her to provide an in-home cooking class for my wife's birthday. Stephanie created a full lunch menu based on our preferences and was incredibly kind and patient with us during the lesson. If you want to surprise a friend or loved one with a special lunch or dinner (and learn some useful cooking tips, as well), I couldn't recommend Stephanie enough.

Details: 2 people • Healthy • Vegetarian / Vegan • Basic cooking skills • Knife skills • No dietary restrictions • Adult (over 18) • Intermediate • My home, venue, etc.

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What should the customer know about your pricing (e.g., discounts, fees)?
My pricing is based on shadowing other chefs over the years and feedback from past clients. You’re paying for our personalities, as well as skill!
What is your typical process for working with a new customer?
I like to begin communication by sharing some background about us and what to expect during our service. Then I follow up with a questionnaire to make sure we’re all on the same page and the client gets exactly what they’re looking for!
How did you get started doing this type of work?
I worked my way from doing meal prep for families I babysat for to hosting cooking classes of 15 or more! I studied philosophy and education in college, while Jason studied at the Culinary Institute of America. Between the two of us, hosting cooking classes and entertaining just makes sense!

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