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Tired of the same menus from the same restaurants? Do something different! Surprise a loved one or just spoil yourself with a 3 course dinner, prepared for you by me, in your own home! Just tell me some of the things that you like and I will come up with a few options of each course for you to choose from. I always use the freshest ingredients, locally grown when possible. Bring the fine dining experience to your own dining room! I will use all my own pots, pans, plates and silverware. All i will need from you is your kitchen, and your appetite! Chef It Up! Call me today 502/690/1377
Overview
Hired 20 times
Serves Louisville, KY
Background checked
1 employee
10 years in business
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This pro accepts payments via Cash, Venmo, and Zelle.
Customers rated this pro highly for professionalism, work quality, and responsiveness.
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Allie D.
Nov 3, 2025
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Hired on Thumbtack
Chef Casey came to my home to cook a birthday brunch for me and a group of girlfriends. The food was delicious, 10/10 recommend! He worked with me on the menu and cooked the best meal. He brought his own dishes, plates, and silverware, plus left my kitchen cleaner than it was when he arrived. Book chef Casey!
Details: Special occasion (birthday, anniversary, etc.) • 6 - 10 guests • Dinner • I'm flexible • Dessert • American - formal • American - casual • Italian • Southern • Meal prepared onsite • Only once • My home, venue, etc.
Chef It Up's reply
Thank you so much! It was such a pleasure cooking for you ladies! Hope to see you again soon!
Personal Chef
Tony S.
Oct 28, 2025
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Hired on Thumbtack
Chef Casey prepared an amazing meal for our team when we celebrated our 20th anniversary. We'd hire him again without a doubt.
Details: Special occasion (birthday, anniversary, etc.) • 6 - 10 guests • Dinner • Premium (high end ingredients) • Dessert • American - formal • Meal prepared onsite • Only once • My home, venue, etc.
Chef It Up's reply
Thanks so much Tony! I had a great time with you guys!
Personal Chef
Courtney W.
4 days ago
Chef Casey was fantastic! He cooked for our group of 11 for a 40th birthday and happily created a German-themed menu just for us. He took care of everything from start to finish, was incredibly friendly, and the food was truly 10/10. He made the whole evening feel easy, special, and memorable. We would recommend Chef Casey in a heartbeat to anyone looking for an amazing private dining experience. We can’t wait to have him back!
Chef It Up's reply
Thank you so much! It was such a pleasure meeting you guys! I had so much fun! Can't wait till next time!
Jessica P.
Oct 6, 2025
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Hired on Thumbtack
1000% recommend! I hired him for a private and surprise birthday ofr my boyfriend and everything was absolutely amazing! Food was superb! Probably the best ive ever had! He was on time and very responsive the whole way through the booking process! And he was super chill, good company! We will definitely be hiring him again and you should too! ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
Details: Special occasion (birthday, anniversary, etc.) • 2 guests • Dinner • Dessert • I'm flexible • Dessert • American - casual • American - formal • Italian • Southern • Meal prepared onsite • Only once • My home, venue, etc.
Chef It Up's reply
Thank you so much! It was such a pleasure meeting you guys! So glad that you all enjoyed your experience with me!
Personal Chef
Eric H.
3 weeks ago
Can’t say enough about Chef Casey and the entire experience. Not only was the food fantastic but his attention to detail and his amazing service was over and beyond my expectations!
He made my wife’s 60th birthday party with 10 of our friends very special.
Thanks Chef Casey, you’re the best!
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Casey Mader
FAQs
What should the customer know about your pricing (e.g., discounts, fees)?
The fee for my three-course dinner is $100 per person plus the cost of food. Catering events are priced at a per person rate depending on menu type and size.
What is your typical process for working with a new customer?
Generally, the communication has started through a Facebook message or cell phone text because the website that I have set up for Chef It Up is a Facebook page. If needed, I follow up with a phone call and discuss the details of the dinner. After I get an idea of what the customer is looking for, I usually take one or two days to come up with a couple options of each course. Then, I get back in contact with the customer and give them their options to choose from. I also accept any special requests. I try to make each menu as personal to the customer as possible. That is why I first, will ask the customer what's the type of things that they enjoy eating before I contemplate their menu. So far, I've had nothing but good experiences creating food memories for people to share for a lifetime.
What education and/or training do you have that relates to your work?
I graduated from Sullivan University, with honors, with an Associates Degree degree in Culinary Arts, in 2010. I have worked in restaurants and hotels all over Louisville and Southern Indiana. I cooked and served everything from wings and beer to fine dining. I have knowledge and expertise in multiple cuisines.
