The Polished Fork

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Indulge in a personalized and unforgettable dining experience with our private chef service. With a touch of rustic charm, we offer nothing but the very best in culinary delights. Let us create a one-of-a-kind event that perfectly reflects your taste and style. Don't miss out on this exclusive opportunity to impress your guests and make your next event truly unforgettable. Contact us now to discover how we can cater to your every need.

Overview

Current Top Pro

Hired 119 times

Serves Gardena, CA

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2 employees

7 years in business

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This pro accepts payments via Apple Pay, Cash, Check, PayPal, Venmo, and Zelle.

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Services offered

Event type

Additional food/drink

Dessert

Cold beverages (non-alcoholic)

Cold beverages (alcoholic)

Hot beverages (coffee, tea, etc.)

Cuisine types

American - casual

American - formal

Italian

Southern

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

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119 reviews

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Cheri G.

2 weeks ago

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Hired on Thumbtack

Christoff and his helper arrived timely. He came in and we went through everything. I explained that we were going to play a trick on a dinner guest. He participated and made it fun. The food was amazing, the guests loved it and they left the kitchen spotless. We cannot wait to do this again.

Details: Brunch / dinner party • 6 - 10 guests • Dinner • Premium (high end ingredients) • Dessert • American - casual • Meal prepared onsite • Only once • At the pro’s location • My home, venue, etc.

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Jennifer H.

2 weeks ago

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Hired on Thumbtack

I am so happy that I chose the Polished Fork because the Chef was amazing. The table was set to perfection and had the nicest finishing touch. I decided to go with the Italian menu being that I was hosting for nine people and felt that it was something everyone would enjoy. We were not expecting what was served. This food was as comparable to food that I’ve eaten in Italy. The presentation was superb and the food just melted in your mouth. There was not one person that was disappointed from appetizers to dessert. I wished I lived in LA so that I could hire him again.

Details: Special occasion (birthday, anniversary, etc.) • 6 - 10 guests • Lunch • Premium (high end ingredients) • Dessert • Barbecue • Nut allergies • Meal prepared onsite • Only once • My home, venue, etc.

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Marie f.

Jun 11, 2026

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Hired on Thumbtack

Amazing experience! Food was delicious. Chef Christoff is amazing..very clean and organize The food was all great quality. I would definitely hire him again for my next dinner party.

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

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Coby d.

Jul 16, 2026

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Hired on Thumbtack

Chef Christoff is amazing! Very professional, likable and easy to have around during our event. He made some great recommendations and cooked a lovely meal!

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

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Saundra S.

Dec 15, 2025

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Hired on Thumbtack

Details: Special occasion (birthday, anniversary, etc.) • 6 - 10 guests • Dinner • Dessert • I'm flexible • Dessert • Cold beverages (alcoholic) • American - formal • Italian • French • Gluten free or celiac • Meal prepared onsite • Only once • My home, venue, etc.

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Christoff Newberger

FAQs

What should the customer know about your pricing (e.g., discounts, fees)?
Every dinner and event is different, and we put a lot of time and thought and preparation into every meal that we serve.
What is your typical process for working with a new customer?
It starts with a conversation to see what the customer really wants and then coming up with a custom menu to meet those needs.
What education and/or training do you have that relates to your work?
I have 26 years of restaurant and cooking experience. I also have a culinary degree from Le Cordon Bleu.

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