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Robert Panas, Personal Chef

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$75/person
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About
With over 20 years of culinary experience, I focus on crafting delicious and exciting meals tailored to your tastes. Whether you're seeking private home-dining experiences or weekly meal planning, I'm here to bring exceptional quality and technique to your kitchen. As a proud graduate of the Culinary Institute of America, I've honed my skills in multiple Michelin-starred restaurants in San Francisco. My culinary journey also took me abroad for four years, where I immersed myself in the vibrant flavors of Southeast Asia and Australia, drawing inspiration from diverse culinary traditions. In addition to my passion for cuisine, I am a dedicated runner and ultramarathon athlete, with finishes in prestigious events like the Boston Marathon and The Hardrock 100. Now calling Lakewood home, I am excited to share my culinary expertise and personal touch with you. Let's create unforgettable dining experiences together!
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Current Top Pro

Hired 15 times

1 similar job done near you

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1 employee

1 year in business

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

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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Reviews

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

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Shannon N.

2 weeks ago

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Chef Robert did an incredible job for my bachelorette dinner at an Airbnb my group was staying at. When other plans fell through with a different chef, Robert got right back to me and stepped up for our occasion! He was expeditious with his response time and always exhibited a high level of professionalism. The dinner he prepared for us was phenomenal and one of the highlights of the trip! He went the extra mile and cleaned up the kitchen once he had completed our meal and dessert as well. If you are in the area and want a fantastic dinner prepared with creativity and care, I would look to hiring chef Robert!

Details: Special occasion (birthday, anniversary, etc.) • 6 - 10 guests • Dinner • Premium (high end ingredients) • Dessert • American - formal • Italian • Barbecue • Mediterranean / Middle Eastern • Meal prepared onsite • Only once • My home, venue, etc.

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Carol b.

Jun 14, 2026

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

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Giancarlo A.

Feb 22, 2026

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My group of 8 had a wonderful experience with Chef Robert. The presentation of his dishes were spectacular and the food tasted amazing. Chef Robert handled everything and brought the restaurant to our home. It was extremely convenient and would definitely book again.

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

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Julia G.

Mar 8, 2026

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Hiring Robert was an excellent experience from start to finish. The food was beautifully prepared, full of flavor, and Robert was professional, organized, and easy to work with. Highly recommend for anyone looking for a memorable private dining experience.

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

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Jaimes J.

Apr 20, 2026

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Details: Shower (baby, bridal, etc.) • 11 - 20 guests • Dinner • I'm flexible • American - formal • Mexican / Latin American • Italian • French • Barbecue • Nut allergies • Meal prepared onsite • Only once • At the pro’s location • My home, venue, etc.

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Robert Panas

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