Chef Tim
Chef Tim

Chef Tim

$250/person
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Introduction: Chef Tim Raymond began his professional journey over forty-five years ago when he started his first job at The North Port seafood restaurant on Cape Cod. With this position Chef Tim was able to absorb the innerworkings of the food service industry and developed an unfaltering work ethic. As a result of this early experience and the lessons it afforded him, Chef Tim’s genuine love for the culinary arts was born. Every moment since, with passionate determination Chef Tim has worked tirelessly to become the premiere master chef he is today. After graduating from Johnson and Wales Culinary School in 1977 Chef Tim began compiling an impressive resume of culinary service. Just out of school he accepted a job with Mr. Robert C. Morse a well-established artist, pianist, author, and chef. During his time with Mr. Morse, Chef Tim refined not only his cooking skills but also his ability to manage a kitchen. When an opportunity came about to expand his talents to a unique culinary stage Chef Tim eagerly accepted the challenge. For several years he worked as a chef on the yacht Pearl Necklace serving not just his employers but also their expansive staff and yacht crew. Following his time on the yacht, Chef Tim accepted a position with Mr. and Mrs. Willim, a distinguished family on the island of Palm Beach in Florida. For thirteen year Chef Tim served the Willims as a devoted chef and loyal employee until their final days. With these three positions Chef Tim was able to seamlessly manage multiple high power kitchens and their associated staff, while simultaneously creating consistently delicious meals. For the past twenty years Chef Tim has continued to maintain his reputation for culinary excellence while working in many of the finer homes on Palm Beach and building a well-known freelance catering business. While maintaining his busy professional life Chef Tim is also a dedicated husband and father. When he is not hard at work he enjoys spending time with his family’s Cavalier King Charles puppy, reading, and playing the bass guitar in his local rock and roll band. Over the course of his impressive career Chef Tim’s passion for his profession has remained steadfast as he continues to warm the hearts and stomachs of those he serves.
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10 employees

43 years in business

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

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Donna P.
Feb 7, 2021
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Our evening with Chef Tim can be described as perfection from beginning to end! His culinary talents impressed my very fussy foodies and the presentation was very attractive. He’s a pleasure to work with and a great, responsive communicator. I highly recommend him! I can’t wait to invite him back into my home to be a personal chef for another dinner party!

Details: Special occasion (birthday, anniversary, etc.) • 6 - 10 guests • Dinner • Premium (high end ingredients) • Italian • Mediterranean / Middle Eastern • French • American - formal • Meal prepared onsite • Only once • My home, venue, etc.

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Melissa M.
Aug 15, 2018
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Let me begin by stating that "five stars" isn't high enough a rating to post for Chef Tim and company. From first introduction to the last bite, his team and professionalism completely astounded both myself and party guests. His first meeting to discuss both menu options and floor plan layouts was refreshing and further emphasized his sincere commitment to bring the best to all of his bookings. Every step of the process was stress-free from course choices to clean up times. My guests raved over his quality of fresh ingredients which were aesthetically beautiful in the way they were dressed on the plates. Our sushi presentation was incomparable as was the sushi chef's personal creations. His staff was both insightful and knowledgeable of the ingredients being served, which was of great importance as many of my guests had severe food allergies and strict dietary needs. Our bartender was sophisticated and quite the experienced mixologist which ultimately won over several of my family members (which I may add can be even more finicky than our guests). The best part, when the party had ended there was only a spotless kitchen and a fridge full of perfectly store leftovers. His staff even took out the garbage and recyclables. TIM should stand for Tantalizingly Impressive Menus. I will definitely use Chef Tim again for my future parties and many of my guests have already asked for his information.

Details: Special occasion (birthday, anniversary, etc.) • 11 - 20 guests • Dinner • Cocktail hour / hors d'oeuvres • Premium (high end ingredients) • American - casual • Asian • Italian • Meal prepared onsite • Only once • $51 - $60 per person • The personal chef travels to me

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James M.
Jun 15, 2021
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Chef Tim is one of the most sincere and passionate people we have ever met. His love of both cooking and people make the experience unforgettable. He took the time to thoroughly understand our needs, specifically my wife’s food allergies, to ensure the meal was not only perfect, but safe for our special night. Tim is incredible and we can’t wait to utilize his talents again very soon. We cannot recommend him highly enough.

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

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Juan A.
Feb 19, 2021
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Amazing experience. Chef Tim was in constant communication. Knew exactly what we wanted and the food was delicious. Highly recommended

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

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James E.
Feb 15, 2021
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Chef Tim made us a Valentine’s Day dinner to remember. I wanted to surprise my wife with a private chef in our home for Valentine’s Day. Contacting Chef Tim was a breeze as he responded back to my initial inquiry within the hour. From there he was kind enough to take the time over the phone and by email to help me craft the perfect menu for a romantic dinner for two. As a first timer, I had no idea what to expect from the experience, but Chef Tim delivered in a big way. From his arrival to the warm conversation we shared with him after dessert, Chef Tim made sure that our date nights in was relaxing and fun. He even left the kitchen spotless upon his departure. The food was incredible, and Chef Tim even consulted me on a drink menu that would pair well with each course. As parents of a two year old, and people trying to be safe during Covid, this far exceeded all of our expectations. This was our favorite Valentine’s Day we have ever had, and we can’t wait til the next time we can book Chef Tim for dinner.

Details: Holiday meal (Mother's day, Valentine's day, etc.) • 2 guests • Cocktail hour / hors d'oeuvres • Dinner • Premium (high end ingredients) • Cold beverages (alcoholic) • Dessert • American - formal • Italian • French • Meal prepared onsite • Only once • At the pro’s location • My home, venue, etc.

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