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Marie w.
Jan 13, 2019
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STOP SCROLLING AND JUST BOOK CHEF JIMMY! YOU WILL BE HAPPY!
Chef Jimmy and his team catered my wedding reception with two weeks notice. He offered several menu suggestions. We choose the BBQ menu and it was perfect. The meats and salmon were cooked to the perfection but the brisket was the show stopper! My guests asked for seconds! I usually never eat potato salad... But his was amazing! The Mac n cheese was creamy and delish. We had a small reception in my backyard. He came and set up before we got home. We choose to have a server/host and that was a great suggestion. The server was his sister in law and she was so helpful and pleasant. We served family style and she keep all the food coming out and making sure our guests got what they needed. She even helped clean up! I highly recommend him. You will not be disappointed.
Details: Special occasion (birthday, anniversary, etc.) • 11 - 20 guests • Dinner • Standard (basic ingredients) • American - casual • Meal delivered • Only once • The personal chef travels to me
Personal Chef
Nancy m.
Dec 4, 2018
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Cgef Jimmy Dean is the best. & so is his staff. There are not enough words to describe him, his staff, & his food. Chef is an eady going man with mad skills. He is sweet & very attentive to your wants & helpful with menu selection. His staff is very attentive & just as nice as him. Now for the food. Oh, my, my, my, my...there are not enough my's.The man knows how to cook. It was my daughter's wedding & we had bbq. Beef brisket & pulled pork with all the normal sides. I am a pork girl. My favorite was the pork! But the brisket made me almost switch over. Bithh tender, melt in your juicy. They were both the best I have ever eaten!!! Potato salad, yummy, Cole slaw, yummy, ( I am hard to please with those 2 but he did it. )baked beans, yummy, & a great tossed greens salad in the middle of a romaine ban. Wow! I cannot say enough abiut Chef Jimmy. If Chef Jimmy isn't cooking for you, you have missed out on the best food EVER. Thanks, Chef Jimmy!! 💖
Details: Party host • Wedding • Dinner • Cold beverages (non-alcoholic) • Cold beverages (alcoholic) • Hot beverages (coffee, tea, etc.) • American - casual • Barbecue • Buffet / self serve • Service will be needed during the meal • Outdoor venue • Yes - full kitchen (oven, stove, refrigerator, sink, and utensils) • 61 - 70 guests • Standard (basic ingredients) • $20 - $25 (basic)
Wedding and Event Catering
Angela K.
Sep 20, 2020
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Hired on Thumbtack
I would highly recommend Jimmy and his crew for any event! We hired him for our son’s first birthday- not only was he super responsive and helpful in planning the menu, but he helped me with getting tables, chairs, benches and tents. As for the food, he helped me pick items that were suitable for kids and adults so everyone was happy. Everything was fresh and cooked to perfection. Every single one of our guests complimented the food and unbelievable service by Jimmy and his guys. I would give him 10 stars if I could!
Details: Birthday or anniversary party • Lunch • Alcoholic drinks • Non-alcoholic drinks • American - casual • Barbecue • Buffet • Yes, full service • Home • Yes, full kitchen • 30 - 39 guests • Standard (basic ingredients)
Wedding and Event Catering
Daniele M.
Aug 7, 2019
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Hired on Thumbtack
If I could give 10 stars I would!! Chef Jimmy Dean not only delivered but exceeded all expectations. I hired Chef Jimmy Dean for a bachelorette brunch for a friend. He arrived right on time, brought all of his own supplies, prepared and served a delicious meal and left the kitchen spotless. I loved being able to select a custom menu for our event and having something for everyone. The food was cooked to perfection, we even had left overs that Jimmy kindly wrapped up for us to have later. I could go on forever, it was truly an exceptional experience. HIGHLY RECOMMEND!!
Details: Brunch / dinner party • 6 - 10 guests • Breakfast / brunch • Standard (basic ingredients) • Southern • American - casual • Meal prepared onsite • Only once • My home, venue, etc.
Personal Chef
Melissa B.
Aug 20, 2019
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Hired on Thumbtack
We hired Chef Jimmy Dean to put on a dinner party at our new place on the beach last Sunday for 26 friends. He was simply incredible! We had a diverse menu of appetisers including crab cakes, tuna, and these incredible beef brisket sliders. Every appetiser was simply delicious and the guests could not stop talking about the quality of the food! The crab cakes were cooked to perfection with a delicious side sauce, and the tuna was extremely fresh, followed by the juiciest, most amazing sliders we ever tasted! And, as chef Jimmy and his amazing servers continued, he made the most amazing Mahi Mahi, with sauce, including fresh cut up pineapples. Also, the most incredible cooked chicken and potatoes as a side. Oh, and I almost forgot, the amazing cheese and fruit tray, and vegis as a starter when guests started to arrive. Last but not least, he served the most amazing Terimasu with fresh whipped cream and strawberries! Everything was first class, and simply the BEST! And, reasonable prices!!!! We will hire him over and over again!!!
Details: Dinner party • Dinner • Dessert • Coffee or tea • Italian • Food stations • Yes, full service • Home • Yes, full kitchen • 20 - 29 guests • Plates, utensils and glasses • Cloth napkins • Table décor • Serving and warming equipment • Premium (high end ingredients)
Wedding and Event Catering
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What should the customer know about your pricing (e.g., discounts, fees)?
There is no standard pricing system. It is based on your personal needs.
What education and/or training do you have that relates to your work?
I have a degree in Culinary Arts and Twenty-five plus years experience.
How did you get started doing this type of work?
Got introduced to the kitchen at the age of 13 and got lucky after graduating from high school to get apprenticeship from a very talented Boston chef. Now I am currently a Corporate Executive chef for a restaurant group and do catering with my free time.
