The Chef Summer

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About

DBPR FLORIDA CATERING LICENSE#CAT5811767 My desire and motivation is what I would say is what makes me stand out in my business. Being able to exceed every customers expectations is what I strive for. I will do whatever it takes to make sure that your event is tailored to you and your guest.

Overview

Current Top Pro

Hired 167 times

Background checked

15 employees

6 years in business

Business hours

Sun5:00 am - 11:59 pmMon5:00 am - 11:59 pm

Payment methods

This pro accepts payments via Apple Pay, Cash, Check, Credit card, Google Pay, PayPal, Samsung Pay, Stripe, Venmo, and Zelle.

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Top Pro status

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2025

2024

Services offered

Event type

Wedding

Birthday or anniversary party

Dinner party

Corporate event

Meal

Breakfast or brunch

Lunch

Cocktail hour or hors d'oeuvres

Dinner

Drinks and dessert

Dessert

Non-alcoholic drinks

Alcoholic drinks

Coffee or tea

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Reviews

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

Excellent 4.9

81 reviews

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Laura C.

3 weeks ago

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Hired on Thumbtack

Chef Summer literally saved my event! I needed someone to cater for me last minute. When I found her on Thumbtack we hopped on a phone call, she sent me her menu and the rest was history! Her menu not only had exactly what I needed, but her prices are also amazing! The food was delicious, she was so professional and she worked with me to create the exact menu I was looking for. I didn’t even know I liked Brussels sprouts before tasting hers lol. I cannot wait to hire Chef Summer again. When you find quality service, you just can’t deny it! Thank you again Summer!

Details: Dinner party • Cocktail hour or hors d'oeuvres • Dinner • Dessert • American - casual • American - formal • Italian • American - Southern • French • Vegan • Buffet • No, drop off only • Home • Yes, full kitchen • Fewer than 20 guests • Standard (basic ingredients)

Wedding and Event Catering

April W.

4 weeks ago

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Hired on Thumbtack

I am so pleased with my experience with Chef Summer! From the beginning she was very responsive and super flexible with my group, even with last minute changes. I organized this girls trip from another state and she was communicative, punctual and even attentive to the needs of our last arriving guest. From start to finish it was such an elevated experience with AMAZING food. I truly can't say enough about the food!! Overall, we truly enjoyed everything; so much so that I am interested in booking her for an event where I live!

Details: Regular meal • 6 - 10 guests • Dinner • Standard (basic ingredients) • American - casual • Italian • Mediterranean / Middle Eastern • Meal prepared onsite • Only once • My home, venue, etc.

Personal Chef

Tresean P.

4 days ago

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Hired on Thumbtack

Details: Holiday meal (Mother's day, Valentine's day, etc.) • 3 - 5 guests • Lunch • Dinner • Dessert • Premium (high end ingredients) • American - casual • American - formal • Italian • Barbecue • Southern • Meal prepared onsite • Only once • My home, venue, etc.

Personal Chef

Jadaja d.

Nov 10, 2025

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Hired on Thumbtack

Chef Summer was absolutely amazing! She was kind, professional, efficient and very responsive. I was able to take a task off of my friends list for there wedding. I had finger foods catered for the bridal party while they get dressed and prepare for the special day. She did everything I requested and more. I will definitely be booking her again ! She is mainly out of Orlando but she says she also travels as well if needed . Thank again for helping making there day extra special!

Details: Shower (baby, bridal, etc.) • 11 - 20 guests • Cocktail hour / hors d'oeuvres • Standard (basic ingredients) • Cold beverages (non-alcoholic) • Cold beverages (alcoholic) • American - casual • Meal delivered • Only once • My home, venue, etc.

Personal Chef

Smith B.

Sep 14, 2025

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Hired on Thumbtack

Details: Birthday or anniversary party • Lunch • Dinner • Cocktail hour or hors d'oeuvres • Dessert • Non-alcoholic drinks • American - casual • American - formal • Italian • French • American - Southern • Buffet • No, drop off only • Home • No kitchen • Fewer than 20 guests • Disposable plates, utensils, and cups • Paper napkins • Plates, utensils and glasses • Serving and warming equipment • Table décor • Premium (high end ingredients)

Wedding and Event Catering

Credentials

Background Check

Summer Maynard

FAQs

What should the customer know about your pricing (e.g., discounts, fees)?
My pricing is extremely competitive . I only use fresh ingredients not frozen and stay up to date with Market pricing.
What is your typical process for working with a new customer?
Finding out what the customers special occasion is ? The budget for the event ? The number of guest? The location of the event?
What education and/or training do you have that relates to your work?
I've been a chef since 2003 and Have Manager food handlers certification