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About
Hi! I am Kathryn! I am a graduate of the Culinary Institute of America- in Hyde Park, NY. I am a certified personal chef as well as Food Handlers Certified in Missouri.
Update (Aug 2023): I spent the last 3 years back on the road with Cirque du Soleil as their chef and catering manager. I then jumped over to PGA and CBS media catering for the 2023 PGA Season. I just purchased land outside of St Louis. Plans of starting a homestead with honey, chickens, goats, and a huge garden.
Update (Nov 2019): I have recently relocated to Houston after traveling for 5 years as a private chef for a performance group. Most of my food pictures are from these events (not posted but can 100% be shared with you). I have done high end events to the backyard style BBQs.
I am a professionally trained chef. I have been cooking for over 20 years and want to share my passion with you, whether it be a private lesson for a couple or an ongoing lesson for a child. I am here to bring the joy of cooking into your life.
I enjoy privately cooking for clients. Small intimate gatherings all the way up to birthday parties and baby showers! Let me cook for you, share the passion I have for great food and take some stress away from you!
My cooking style is southern (I was raised in the south and learned to cook from Betty Jean---- my grandmother). I put love into every dish. There really isn't something I CANT make. You crave it.... I make it.
Cooking is my passion. The familiarity, the bonding, the memories - all the best are centered around food.
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Hired 13 times
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10 years in business
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Anita Y.
Dec 15, 2019
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Hired on Thumbtack
I hosted 8 women at my house for a ladies night. Kathryn was very easy to work with, she asked good questions to ensure she would meet the needs of my group ahead of time. She had a large repertoire to choose from. She was engaging but not intrusive with our group the night of the event. All my friends really enjoyed the four course meal we had. And our kitchen was very clean when she left.
Details: Brunch / dinner party • 6 - 10 guests • Dinner • Premium (high end ingredients) • Dessert • American - casual • American - formal • Italian • Southern • Asian • French • Nut allergies • Meal prepared onsite • Only once • My home, venue, etc.
Personal Chef
Brandon J.
Aug 2, 2020
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Hired on Thumbtack
I recently used Kathryn and her services for my graduation party. Kathryn was easy to get in contact with. She on time to my event and she exempted professionalism ever step of the way. Her sliders and Chicken Alfredo was phenomenal.
Details: Graduation party • Dinner • American - casual • Buffet • No, drop off only • Outdoor venue • No kitchen • 30 - 39 guests • Serving and warming equipment • Standard (basic ingredients)
Betty Jean’s's reply
Thank you Brandon!!! Im terribly sorry I didn’t get to see you and congratulate you on graduating! I’m glad you enjoyed everything! Hope to work for you again.
Wedding and Event Catering
Eric g.
Dec 22, 2019
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Hired on Thumbtack
The food was AMAZING! Kathryn was extremely collaborative when creating our menu. Her Cake Pops, Mac& Cheese, and Chicken Salad sandwiches were crowd favorites.
Details: Holiday party • Cocktail hour or hors d'oeuvres • Dessert • American - casual • Mexican or Latin American • Buffet • No, drop off only • Home • Yes, full kitchen • 20 - 29 guests • Serving and warming equipment • Table décor • Standard (basic ingredients)
Wedding and Event Catering
Aly D.
Dec 20, 2019
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Hired on Thumbtack
We had a great experience with Betty Jean Catering! She was always really easy to get in contact with and very accommodating. There was plenty of food for our group of 50 women, too. She set everything up that she brought and asked if we needed any help setting our stuff up. I would definitely use her again and would highly recommend to others. And we had so many comments on the potatoes au gratin, they were delicious!!
Details: Holiday party • Dinner • Dessert • American - Southern • Italian • American - formal • Buffet • No, drop off only • Religious or spiritual space • Yes, full kitchen • 40 - 49 guests • Serving and warming equipment • Standard (basic ingredients)
Wedding and Event Catering
Tina A.
Jun 8, 2020
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Hired on Thumbtack
Kathryn was amazing! The minute she arrived she started helping get everything ready for our event - she knew exactly what to do. She managed all the food prep so professionally and coordinated all the service. I felt so confident with her assistance I was able to enjoy the party and relax. What a gem! I'm very excited to recommend her to everyone - she will not disappoint!
What should the customer know about your pricing (e.g., discounts, fees)?
For private chef events there is a $250 chef fee. This includes the cooking, serving, and cleaning up.
For drop off there is a 15% delivery fee.
For warming supplies I charge cost
What education and/or training do you have that relates to your work?
Culinary Institute of America Graduate
How did you get started doing this type of work?
Growing up I spent every summer with my grandmother Betty Jean- I named my company after her. She taught me to cook, garden, sew, preserve foods, make jams and jellies. Through her I was able to call in love with cooking and the bond it creates between people.
