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About
Offering fine dining in your own home across lower Michigan. Having worked with some of the most renowned names in the culinary field in Michigan, I am now available to provide your own special dining experience using only the best seasonal produce.
Overview
Current Top Pro
Hired 32 times
3 similar jobs done near you
Background checked
1 employee
3 years in business
Business hours
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Payment methods
This pro accepts payments via Cash, Check, PayPal, Venmo, and Zelle.
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2025
Services offered
Event type
Additional food/drink
Dessert
Cold beverages (non-alcoholic)
Cold beverages (alcoholic)
Hot beverages (coffee, tea, etc.)
Cuisine types
American - casual
American - formal
Italian
Southern
Projects and media
Projects and media
Reviews
Customers rated this pro highly for work quality, professionalism, and value.
Exceptional 5.0
21 reviews
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Bradley S.
Dec 21, 2025
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Hired on Thumbtack
Mark cooked an amazing meal for my wife’s birthday. He was able to account for some dietary restrictions. It was one of the best meals we’ve ever had and I highly recommend him to anyone.
Details: Special occasion (birthday, anniversary, etc.) • 2 guests • Dinner • Premium (high end ingredients) • Dessert • American - casual • American - formal • Italian • Southern • Dairy intolerant • Meal prepared onsite • Only once • My home, venue, etc.
Personal Chef
Matthew K.
Sep 20, 2025
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Hired on Thumbtack
The Nordique Chef was nothing short of amazing. He made a birthday dinner for our group that was outstanding. He was very responsive with communication with setting up the date and deciding on a menu. Would highly recommend for anyone looking for the personalchef for their event.
Details: Special occasion (birthday, anniversary, etc.) • 6 - 10 guests • Dinner • Premium (high end ingredients) • American - formal • American - casual • Italian • Mediterranean / Middle Eastern • Mexican / Latin American • Southern • Asian • Gluten free or celiac • Meal prepared onsite • Only once • My home, venue, etc.
Personal Chef
Barbara S.
Jul 31, 2025
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Hired on Thumbtack
I very highly recommend Chef Mark! He developed the perfect menu for a surprise birthday dinner with 5 guests, and the food was incredible. He left my kitchen cleaner than he found it. Chef Mark was highly responsive and great to work with!
Details: Special occasion (birthday, anniversary, etc.) • 3 - 5 guests • Dinner • Dessert • I'm flexible • Dessert • Italian • Mexican / Latin American • Asian • Meal prepared onsite • Only once • My home, venue, etc.
Personal Chef
Veronica R.
Apr 28, 2025
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Hired on Thumbtack
Chef Mark was wonderful! He was prompt with communication from my initial inquiry all the way to the day of the event. We chose a 4 course meal and every part was delicious. I liked that he gave an explanation of ingredients used with each course. Even my young boys enjoyed the meal!
Details: Special occasion (birthday, anniversary, etc.) • 3 - 5 guests • Dinner • Dessert • Premium (high end ingredients) • Dessert • American - formal • American - casual • Dairy intolerant • Meal prepared onsite • Only once • My home, venue, etc.
Personal Chef
Emily J.
Jun 2, 2025
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Hired on Thumbtack
Mark was worth every penny. The food was absolutely incredible and the experience was gorgeous. A perfect way to celebrate my mom’s birthday. We will absolutely hire again!! Thank you mark!!!
Details: Special occasion (birthday, anniversary, etc.) • 6 - 10 guests • Dinner • Dessert • Premium (high end ingredients) • Cold beverages (alcoholic) • American - formal • Italian • French • Meal prepared onsite • Only once • My home, venue, etc.
Personal Chef
Credentials
Background Check
Mark Woodham
FAQs
What should the customer know about your pricing (e.g., discounts, fees)?
Prices advertised are starting costs, and cover menu design, food costs, meal preparation, service and full clean up.
What is your typical process for working with a new customer?
Following an expression of interest, we would normally start with a telephone discussion to specific requirements and any dietary restrictions. From there, we will develop a menu to your specifications including any additional services you request, and provide a quote for your event.
What education and/or training do you have that relates to your work?
I have worked globally developing an awareness of international cuisines. Most recently I have been working with some of the most respected chefs in Michigan. I am Servsafe certified, and a state certified wild mushroom expert. I have also studied food science and fermentation through courses offered by Harvard.
