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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 169 times
1 similar job done near you
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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2025
2024
Services offered
Event type
Meal
Breakfast or brunch
Lunch
Cocktail hour or hors d'oeuvres
Dinner
Drinks and dessert
Dessert
Non-alcoholic drinks
Alcoholic drinks
Coffee or tea
Projects and media
Projects and media
Reviews
Customers rated this pro highly for work quality, professionalism, and responsiveness.
Excellent 4.9
82 reviews
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Laura C.
Jun 7, 2026
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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
Paloma p.
Jun 26, 2026
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Hired on Thumbtack
This review Is way overdue, I did not have any experience with Personal Chefs and she was phenomenal. The menu selection is so good and she is a pleasure to work with. Her food so good! I hired her for my small wedding and a date night and she made both experiences wonderful.
Details: Special occasion (birthday, anniversary, etc.) • 11 - 20 guests • Lunch • I'm flexible • Italian • Southern • Mexican / Latin American • Mediterranean / Middle Eastern • I'm flexible • Only once • My home, venue, etc.
Personal Chef
April W.
Jun 1, 2026
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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.
Jun 21, 2026
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Hired on Thumbtack
Chef Summer did an incredible job accommodating my family for a father’s day dinner. She is professional, punctual, and shows real care in the experience beyond just great food. I would recommend her to anyone looking for a quality chef experience!
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
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
