Chef Justin Santos
Chef Justin Santos

Chef Justin Santos

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Introduction: Classically trained with 10+ years experience working in some of the most exclusive and upscale clubs in Jacksonville. I believe that food tells a story. It has the nostalgic power to transport you to a specific place or time. To be remembered forever. Let me curate your culinary journey, while you focus on the memory. Custom menu creation for any occasion. Upgrade any menu with wine or cocktail pairings. Private cooking lessons available. Turn "Girls Night" up a notch by hiring a private chef for the evening! Gourmet dog treats, made with love. ServSafe manager level certified, no felony record, animal lover. PLEASE READ MY FULL PROFILE BEFORE CONTACTING ME ABOUT A JOB. Thank you.
Overview

Current Top Pro

Hired 36 times

Serves Jacksonville, FL

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1 employee

2 years in business

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

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2023

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

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Ido G.
Dec 30, 2023
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Hired on Thumbtack

We had Chef Santos prepare and serve a meal for the family coming from Toronto for the Holiday season. Chef was very easy to communicate with prior to the event and very responsive. On the day of the event he came prepared and on time set up quickly in our kitchen and started to prepare while socialising with us and with our guests. Chef was very professional and cooked a delicious meal that both Kids and adults enjoyed. The food was prepared and presented like a high quality restaurant… the presentation included explanation of what we were eating and how it all came together. We even had a very creative desert that was an explosion of taste. At the end of the meal and during the meal Chef also cleaned up everything and packed any left overs for us to keep in our fridge. Highly recommended and we will surely use his service again in the future.

Details: Holiday meal (Mother's day, Valentine's day, etc.) • 6 - 10 guests • Dinner • Premium (high end ingredients) • Dessert • American - formal • Nut allergies • Meal prepared onsite • Only once • My home, venue, etc.

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Micia D.
May 17, 2023
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Hired on Thumbtack

I have always wondered what is would have been like to have the “personal chef” experience. It is because of Chef Santos’ service that I now realize how effortless and affordable the process is to do so!! I was looking to elevate celebrating Mother’s Day while also avoiding the traditional “take mom to dinner while trying to avoid traffic and the crowds” experience. Chef Santos served 10 ladies for a Mother’s Day brunch and tailored the menu to accommodate each. He was attentive, professional, and quite an amazing chef. The salmon was cooked to perfection. The caviar was to live for!! From appetizers to dessert, he gave that personal touch. Chef Santos was pleasant and you could taste the love in the food. The ladies were all impressed with the evening resembling a dinner at an expensive restaurant. Chef Santos went above and beyond and designed an elegant menu for each that listed the items to be served with class and style. He even went out of his way to include a birthday celebration menu personalized for my sister who’s turning 50! To top it off, Chef Santos even made her a personalized chocolate cake. The rest of the party devoured a fancy version of strawberry shortcake. This personal chef experience is truly an art form. You can see how art savy Chef Santos is when you see the presentation of each dish. I am still thinking about the caprese salad and the delicious appetizers!! The only thing missing was seconds!! I need that meal to be put on REPEAT!! I’m so excited to know that I have a personal chef at my fingertips and will be using Chef Santos’ services again in the near future to show my family and friends how much I love them bougie style ❣️

Details: Holiday meal (Mother's day, Valentine's day, etc.) • 6 - 10 guests • Dinner • Standard (basic ingredients) • Mediterranean / Middle Eastern • Meal prepared onsite • Only once • My home, venue, etc.

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Shayla D.
3 weeks ago
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Hired on Thumbtack

Chef Santos was great!! We chose a Tapas style dinner for 2 at home. Everything was soo delicious and the meals were quick! He was a great conversation, and it was hard for either of us to pick our faves. We also had a tart for dessert we didn’t take a pic of but everything was absolutely amazing. Certainly will be in touch again!

Details: Holiday meal (Mother's day, Valentine's day, etc.) • 2 guests • Cocktail hour / hors d'oeuvres • Dinner • Dessert • I'm flexible • Cold beverages (alcoholic) • Asian • Barbecue • Mexican / Latin American • Southern • Meal prepared onsite • Only once • At the pro’s location • My home, venue, etc.

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Will H.
1 month ago
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Hired on Thumbtack

Justin was phenomenal. For four days, he traveled 3 hours roundtrip to prepare and serve gourmet, world-class meals for our staff retreat. He prepared incredibly delicious meals for a large group of picky and particular eaters with a bunch of different dietary preferences and needs. Our staff had just about every imaginable allergy or dietary preference: gluten-free, soy-free, cashew-free, vegan, vegetarian, type I diabetic. Justin prepared specially tailored meals for everyone's needs, and they were all amazingly delicious! Everyone cleared the plates and went back for seconds, and they all raved about the diverse and delicious food. Equally amazing was Justin himself. He was incredibly helpful, supportive, accommodating, positive, funny, warm, and thoughtful. He went above and beyond in every way. He did so many extra things and stepped up in countless ways. He is an incredibly creative, experienced, and talented chef, and he is also an amazing human being.

Details: Corporate event • Breakfast or brunch • Lunch • Dinner • Dessert • American - casual • Vegan • Mediterranean or Middle Eastern • Buffet • No, drop off only • Conference or convention center • Yes, full kitchen • Fewer than 20 guests • Serving and warming equipment • I'm flexible

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Caisey C.
Mar 5, 2024
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Hired on Thumbtack

I booked Chef Santos for an in home birthday dinner. The theme was a culinary tribute to Beyoncé. His customer service was unmatched, the food delicious, and creativity was excellent! The menus and “hot sauce in the bag” were excellent touches- overall very pleased and will be booking again

Details: Special occasion (birthday, anniversary, etc.) • 2 guests • Dinner • Cocktail hour / hors d'oeuvres • Dessert • Premium (high end ingredients) • French • Southern • Italian • Mediterranean / Middle Eastern • American - formal • Indian • Meal prepared onsite • Only once • My home, venue, etc.

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