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About
With over a decade of experience as a restaurant chef, I'm excited to bring my culinary expertise and delicious dishes straight to your kitchen!
Born and raised in Taiwan, my love for food and creativity led to pursue a career in the Culinary Arts, where I received rigorous training in classic French cuisine. Throughout my career, I have dedicated myself to mastering a diverse array of culinary styles and am proficient in the vibrant flavors of Modern American, Asian, Italian, and French cuisine. Fresh, seasonal, and wholesome dishes are what I love to both cook and indulge in at home.
Contact me for:
Customized dinner party
Cooking classes
* I currently don’t have any availability for meal prep. Please reach out only for private dinners. Thank you!
* Wine pairing services provided upon request
Overview
Hired 25 times
Serves San Francisco, CA
Background checked
2 employees
2 years in business
Business hours
Sun12:00 am - 11:59 pmMonClosed
Payment methods
This pro accepts payments via Cash, Check, PayPal, Venmo, and Zelle.
Services offered
Event type
Additional food/drink
Dessert
Cold beverages (alcoholic)
Cuisine types
American - casual
American - formal
Italian
Mexican / Latin American
Projects and media
Projects and media
Reviews
Customers rated this pro highly for work quality, responsiveness, and professionalism.
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Sarah D.
Aug 4, 2026
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Hired on Thumbtack
We booked Shine as a private chef for my husband’s birthday, and it was honestly one of the best experiences we’ve had. I sent her a list of all of his favorite foods and asked if she could include hors d’oeuvres and a signature cocktail. She came back with the most incredible custom four-course menu, complete with two delicious hors d’oeuvres and the best jalapeño blackberry margarita.
Every course was beautifully presented and absolutely restaurant quality. The food was outstanding, but what really made the evening special was how effortless she made everything feel. She worked quietly and efficiently in the kitchen, and somehow left it even cleaner than when she arrived.
She also went above and beyond with thoughtful touches, including beautifully printed birthday menus and even a candle for my husband, which made the evening feel so personal and special. Shine was warm, flexible, professional, and genuinely lovely to work with from start to finish.
I couldn’t recommend her more highly and would absolutely book her again for another special occasion. Thank you for making my husband’s birthday so memorable!
Details: Special occasion (birthday, anniversary, etc.) • 2 guests • Cocktail hour / hors d'oeuvres • Dinner • Dessert • Premium (high end ingredients) • Dessert • Cold beverages (alcoholic) • American - formal • Italian • Mexican / Latin American • Asian • French • Meal prepared onsite • Only once • My home, venue, etc.
Personal Chef
Max W.
Feb 15, 2026
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Hired on Thumbtack
Chef Shine exceeded our expectations for a Valentine’s Day dinner at home! Every course was delicious and beautifully presented, and the food plus wine pairings were fantastic. She was very accommodating, professional throughout, and left the kitchen spotless afterward. We’d absolutely hire Chef Shine again.
Details: Holiday meal (Mother's day, Valentine's day, etc.) • 2 guests • Dinner • Cocktail hour / hors d'oeuvres • Dessert • Premium (high end ingredients) • Dessert • Cold beverages (alcoholic) • Italian • French • Meal prepared onsite • Only once • My home, venue, etc.
Personal Chef
Vivi F.
Aug 13, 2025
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Hired on Thumbtack
Chef Shine was amazing! She was so professional, her food was AMAZING, and i’m so happy I went with her. It was for a family gathering and Chef Shine went above and beyond from working with me to curate an amazing menu, pretty plating, and cooking really delicious food. She left the kitchen spotless afterwards too. I would 100% work with her again. 10/10 recommend!!
Details: Brunch / dinner party • 3 - 5 guests • Dinner • Premium (high end ingredients) • Dessert • American - formal • French • Asian • Italian • Meal prepared onsite • Only once • My home, venue, etc.
Personal Chef
Madison F.
May 11, 2025
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Hired on Thumbtack
My experience working with Shine was exceptional, from the first message she sent, to helping me create a curated menu for my boyfriend’s Italian themed dinner for his birthday. Shine was very professional and kept consistent and clear communication with us as we changed the format of the dinner. Everyone at the birthday dinner loved the meal and wanted her information for their next events. I would absolutely recommend working with Shine and plan on doing so again! Pics of food unfortunately not taken since we scarfed everything so quickly.
Details: Special occasion (birthday, anniversary, etc.) • 3 - 5 guests • Dinner • I'm flexible • Italian • American - formal • Meal prepared onsite • Only once • My home, venue, etc.
Personal Chef
Kevin C.
Apr 5, 2025
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Hired on Thumbtack
We had Chef shine last week for my girlfriend birthday party. She was great from the beginning helping me built a menu with my girlfriend favorite dishes. She even brought her flowers which was very sweet, all her set up, service and food was delicious all the family was very happy with the food :) it was a pleasure having them in our place! Would definitely hired again, highly recommended
Thank you Chef!
Details: Special occasion (birthday, anniversary, etc.) • 11 - 20 guests • Dinner • Premium (high end ingredients) • American - formal • Italian • French • Meal prepared onsite • Only once • My home, venue, etc.
Personal Chef
Credentials
Background Check
Shao-Han OUYANG
FAQs
What should the customer know about your pricing (e.g., discounts, fees)?
Wine pairings: based on how many courses in the meal. I can curate a wine list for you to shop or I can provide the wines myself.
* Rest assured, the selections will be thoughtfully chosen with input from a certified sommelier, who brings expertise from working in Michelin-starred restaurants. Tasting notes and descriptions will accompany each wine to enhance your dining experience.
Meal prep: No travel fee if you opt to pick up your meals.
What education and/or training do you have that relates to your work?
After earning my Culinary Arts degree from the Culinary Institute of America in New York in 2013, I've embarked on a global culinary journey, working in various locations including Taiwan, Australia, and multiple cities across the United States. These experiences have not only honed my skills but have shaped me into the versatile and adaptable chef I am today.
How did you get started doing this type of work?
Over the past six and a half years, I've served as the Chef de Cuisine in a bustling, high volumed, and refined Steakhouse in San Francisco downtown. In this fast-paced environment, I honed my skills, navigated intense demands, and upheld a standard of culinary excellence.
Now, I've made the decision to transition away from the restaurant kitchen, seeking fresh challenges that allow me to engage more directly with the customers I serve. I'm eager to explore new avenues where I can continue to share my passion for food and creativity in a manner that fosters closer connections and meaningful interactions.
