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About
What makes us different is we cook most of the food on site. We travel with our own equipment to pull the event off. We are proud of the way we give our clients the best service and product.
Helping our clients pull off thier special event. Making their special event memorable and reflex Their image to their guest.
Overview
Hired 228 times
4 similar jobs done near you
Background checked
10 employees
18 years in business
Business hours
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2017
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.
Great 4.7
92 reviews
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Debbie F.
Jul 20, 2026
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Hired on Thumbtack
Kimo arrived early with plenty of food for my large family and prepared a delicious meal like we had talked about. Everyone was delighted and impressed.
Details: Special occasion (birthday, anniversary, etc.) • 11 - 20 guests • Dinner • Premium (high end ingredients) • Dessert • Barbecue • Meal prepared onsite • Only once • My home, venue, etc.
Personal Chef
Eric S.
4 weeks ago
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Hired on Thumbtack
Kimo was an absolute dream. We needed his help to feed my entire family coming to the Islands for holiday and we was the perfect choice. He was incredibly responsive and super easy to work with when it came to the menu. Our family (even the kids) loved his food. Kimo was very professional, respectful and punctual. I would have zero hesitation to recommend him to anyone and would absolutely use his services again if he need a chef in Hawaii. Maholo!
Details: Brunch / dinner party • 11 - 20 guests • Dinner • Lunch • Standard (basic ingredients) • Italian • Mexican / Latin American • Mediterranean / Middle Eastern • Asian • Indian • American - formal • American - casual • Vegetarian or vegan • Meal delivered • A few times per week • At the pro’s location • My home, venue, etc.
Personal Chef
Noah S.
Mar 8, 2026
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Hired on Thumbtack
These guys were AMAZING! I hired them to assist with a private breakfast for a surprise birthday gift. They showed up and went above and beyond. Everything was according to the menu that they helped me build, they were professional, and just overall amazing. If you’re in Honolulu and you’re looking for the best chef possible, I highly recommend!
Details: Special occasion (birthday, anniversary, etc.) • 6 - 10 guests • Breakfast / brunch • Premium (high end ingredients) • Dessert • Cold beverages (non-alcoholic) • Cold beverages (alcoholic) • Hot beverages (coffee, tea, etc.) • American - casual • Dairy intolerant • Meal prepared onsite • Only once • My home, venue, etc.
Personal Chef
Uma V.
Aug 28, 2025
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Hired on Thumbtack
Chef Kimo was very easy to work with. We were a family of 14 with various allergies and restrictions. He accommodated all our requirements and made delicious food for adults and children. He even did our grocery shopping as we were traveling with small children, as a courtesy. We appreciated that a lot!!! Mahalo chef Kimo! Chef Kimo was generous in his portions, we had leftovers for the next day. Kids loved his chicken, Mac and cheese and fruit and fresh hot donuts. The adults enjoyed his food just as much!! I highly recommend her Kimo for all your events. He will deliver. On time and you will not be disappointed. Thank you chef!!
Mahalo!!
Details: Special occasion (birthday, anniversary, etc.) • 11 - 20 guests • Dinner • I'm flexible • Dessert • Cold beverages (non-alcoholic) • Cold beverages (alcoholic) • Asian • Mediterranean / Middle Eastern • Indian • Meal prepared onsite • A few times per week • My home, venue, etc.
Personal Chef
Janet M.
Jun 5, 2026
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Hired on Thumbtack
Kimo is obviously very experienced with cooking, logistics and event planning.
Details: Outdoor event • Lunch • Dessert • Non-alcoholic drinks • Coffee or tea • Asian • Italian • American - casual • Vegan • Indian • Buffet • Yes, full service • Home • Yes, full kitchen • 50 - 59 guests • Paper napkins • Plates, utensils and glasses • Standard (basic ingredients)
Wedding and Event Catering
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Loren Holly
FAQs
What should the customer know about your pricing (e.g., discounts, fees)?
Our cost structure is simple. You have a clear budget and know what you want. We will deliver all that is expected of our company as to what type of service is agreed upon.
What is your typical process for working with a new customer?
1. After we receive an email or phone call from the client for the initial contact, we would like to set up a phone conference call and go over their event.
2. After we get the full information for the event, then we put a proposal together for our client based on the information given to us.
3. We email the proposal and await feedback on the proposal.
4. Once the proposal is sent and all is Confirmed on the Contract then we ask for a deposit and a signed contract.
5. We do the event
What education and/or training do you have that relates to your work?
I have gone thru Culinary training and did my under study with Chefs from around the world to perfect what we do here at Kimo's Akamai Catering. Based upon our experience we place our best foot forward and give our clients what they want.
