The Chef Summer

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Introduction

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 134 times

1 similar job done near you

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15 employees

5 years in business

Business hours

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

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

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Reviews

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

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Voresa B.

Apr 18, 2025

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Details: Special occasion (birthday, anniversary, etc.) • 2 guests • Dinner • Premium (high end ingredients) • American - formal • Meal prepared onsite • Only once • My home, venue, etc.

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Mark S.

4 weeks ago

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Chef Summer and her team were amazing and really made the event with their great food and outstanding service. They made our guests and my wife and I feel well taken care of and the food was phenomenal. I will definitely be having her at our next family gathering.

Details: Wedding • Cocktail hour or hors d'oeuvres • Dinner • Italian • Buffet • Yes, full service • Home • Yes, full kitchen • 40 - 49 guests • Plates, utensils and glasses • Serving and warming equipment • Standard (basic ingredients)

Wedding and Event Catering

William P.

4 weeks ago

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Chef Summer went beyond my expectations. My guests commented numerous times about the excellent food, attention to detail, and the responsiveness of her and her assistant. If you get the chance to use Summer's services you won't regret it.

Details: Wedding • Dinner • Dessert • Italian • Buffet • No, drop off only • Outdoor venue • Yes, full kitchen • 40 - 49 guests • Plates, utensils and glasses • Standard (basic ingredients)

Wedding and Event Catering

Matt B.

May 5, 2025

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The experience with chef summer has been amazing. The food and the quality of what she serves is top notch. This is who you want if you need any type of food service and I work in the food industry. Super responsive and very professional.

Details: Regular meal • 1 guest • Breakfast / brunch • Lunch • Cocktail hour / hors d'oeuvres • Dinner • Dessert • I'm flexible • Dessert • Cold beverages (non-alcoholic) • Cold beverages (alcoholic) • American - casual • American - formal • Italian • Southern • Mexican / Latin American • Asian • French • Barbecue • Meal delivered • A few times per week • My home, venue, etc.

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Brooklynn M.

Nov 19, 2024

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Chef Summer created the most beautiful brunch spread for my sisters baby shower. She was so helpful with ideas and inspiration!!! Thank you again for a beautiful shower!

Details: Bridal or baby shower • Breakfast or brunch • American - casual • Mediterranean or Middle Eastern • Small bites • No, drop off only • Outdoor venue • Yes, full kitchen • 20 - 29 guests • Standard (basic ingredients)

The Chef Summer's reply

My pleasure Ms. Brooklyn thank you !

Wedding and Event Catering

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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