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Chef AJ's Catering and Cuisine

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Responds in about 12 min

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About
I'm a globe-trotting flavor chaser and Personal Chef, bringing bold bites and unforgettable vibes to every event I touch. Alongside my partner-in-cuisine and wife, the incredible Chef JBest, we turn meals into experiences—and kitchens into stages. Cooking has been in my blood since day one, but I’ve been cheffing it up professionally since 2014. From intimate dinners to wild celebrations, every dish I create is crafted with passion, purpose, and a whole lot of soul. My specialties? Cajun/Creole, Southern Soul food, Latin flavors, and Texas-style BBQ that’ll make your taste buds dance. I also whip up vegetarian, vegan, alkaline, and infused meals that don't skimp on flavor—because everyone deserves to eat like royalty. If you're looking for unforgettable food and unbeatable energy, you've come to the right chef.
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Current Top Pro

Hired 142 times

31 similar jobs done near you

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3 employees

9 years in business

Business hours

Sun12:00 am - 11:59 pmMon12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Payment methods

This pro accepts payments via Apple Pay, Cash, Google Pay, Samsung Pay, Square cash app, Venmo, and Zelle.

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2025

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2024

Services offered
Event type
Additional food/drink

Dessert

Cold beverages (non-alcoholic)

Cold beverages (alcoholic)

Cuisine types

American - casual

American - formal

Italian

Southern

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Reviews

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

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Sara L.

Jul 19, 2026

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If I could give Chef AJ and Jessica more than 5 stars, I would. From the presentation to the flavor to the professionalism, every single detail was exceptional. This was easily one of the top five meals I’ve ever had in my life. For dinner, they served incredible lamb chops, perfectly cooked sirloin, and the absolute best apple cobbler I’ve ever tasted. It was so good that I literally packed some in my backpack so I could take it home on my flight. That’s saying something. Then they came back for brunch, and somehow topped themselves again with chicken and waffles that were out of this world. Every bite was packed with flavor, and every plate looked like it belonged in a magazine. The food was amazing, but so was the entire experience. They created an atmosphere that felt thoughtful, welcoming, and unforgettable. Chef AJ and Jessica are incredibly talented, and I cannot recommend them enough. Please, please open a restaurant someday. The world deserves to experience your food.

Details: Brunch / dinner party • 6 - 10 guests • Dinner • Standard (basic ingredients) • Dessert • Cold beverages (alcoholic) • Mexican / Latin American • Meal prepared onsite • Only once • My home, venue, etc.

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Brian H.

1 month ago

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Chef AJ and his wife were top notch in every way! If I could I would have picked all 5 options. He was very responsive when we were setting up the event! Chef AJ created the perfect menu that included several of my brother's favorites. He and his wife showed up on time and set up a beautiful tablescape. The two of them went to work right away fixing the most delicious meal. They cleaned up before they left and the kitchen spotless! All of my family enjoyed the food and had nothing but good things to say! We will definitely call on him in the future for other events.

Details: Special occasion (birthday, anniversary, etc.) • 6 - 10 guests • Dinner • Premium (high end ingredients) • Dessert • Southern • American - formal • Barbecue • Meal prepared onsite • Only once • At the pro’s location • My home, venue, etc.

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Megan C.

May 26, 2026

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We had AJ for my parents 40th wedding anniversary and we cannot say enough great things about him! The food was excellent, perfectly done. The place settings were lovely. He was a perfect host. Highly recommend to anyone!

Details: Special occasion (birthday, anniversary, etc.) • 2 guests • Dinner • Dessert • Standard (basic ingredients) • Dessert • American - casual • American - formal • Italian • Mexican / Latin American • Meal prepared onsite • Only once • My home, venue, etc.

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Sarah T.

Mar 7, 2026

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We had a wonderful dinner experience with Chef AJ. He is a phenomenal chef, great communicator, prompt, professional, accommodated our various menu requests, cleaned the kitchen, took photos for us of the bachelorette party, and created such a fun and memorable dinner for the bride! Highly recommend hiring Chef AJ for a special date night or party! His apple pie à la mode is to die for! Thank you Chef!

Details: Special occasion (birthday, anniversary, etc.) • 6 - 10 guests • Dinner • I'm flexible • Dessert • Cold beverages (alcoholic) • American - casual • American - formal • Italian • Mediterranean / Middle Eastern • Mexican / Latin American • Asian • French • Meal prepared onsite • Only once • My home, venue, etc. • At the pro’s location

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Jessica S.

Apr 23, 2026

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I cannot say enough good things about chef AJ! We hired him for my dad’s 50th birthday dinner and it was a 10/10 experience. AJ was super professional, clean, kind, and an all around pleasant person. He accommodated all of our families food allergies, and was super easy to communicate with. The food was absolutely incredible. We did a barbecue style meal and Chef AJ killed it. We will definitely be hiring him again in the future, I cannot recommend him enough!

Details: Special occasion (birthday, anniversary, etc.) • 6 - 10 guests • Dinner • Premium (high end ingredients) • Dessert • American - formal • Barbecue • Italian • Gluten free or celiac • Dairy intolerant • Nut allergies • Meal prepared onsite • Only once • My home, venue, etc.

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