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Elevate” private chef experiences

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About
I’m Chef Samuel, a private chef based in NYC specializing in elevated in-home dining experiences. My work is centered around refined, chef-curated menus using high-quality ingredients, with a focus on clean presentation and seamless execution. From intimate multi-course tastings to elegant family-style dinners and signature buffet experiences, each event is designed to feel intentional, polished, and effortless for the host. I don’t offer standard catering — I create a complete dining experience where everything is handled from start to finish, allowing you to enjoy your event without the stress. If you’re looking for a premium, restaurant-level experience brought into your home, I’d be happy to create something special for you. My goal is simple — to make your event feel elevated, memorable, and completely taken care of.
Overview

Hired 3 times

Serves Jersey City, NJ

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1 employee

8 years in business

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Additional food/drink

Dessert

Cold beverages (non-alcoholic)

Cold beverages (alcoholic)

Hot beverages (coffee, tea, etc.)

Cuisine types

American - casual

American - formal

Italian

Southern

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

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Ishana F.

2 weeks ago

Hired on Thumbtack

Hired chef Samuel for a small casual get together for my husband’s birthday. I wanted just fun finger food and chef Samuel was responsive and delivered! The food provided by the chef was tasty and was a great addition! He even gave extra aioli for the sliders. He delivered on time, brought the food to our apartment and even gave instructions for keeping it fresh and for serving them. Great experience all around.

Details: Birthday or anniversary party • Cocktail hour or hors d'oeuvres • American - casual • Asian • Italian • French • Mexican or Latin American • Mediterranean or Middle Eastern • American - Southern • Small bites • No, drop off only • Home • Yes, full kitchen • Fewer than 20 guests • Standard (basic ingredients)

Wedding and Event Catering
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Lina Z.

3 days ago

Hired on Thumbtack

Chef Samuel and his team are wonderful! Professional, efficient and delicious! My guests and I were all very satisfied.

Details: Regular meal • 11 - 20 guests • Dinner • Premium (high end ingredients) • Dessert • American - casual • Italian • Meal prepared onsite • Only once • At the pro’s location • My home, venue, etc.

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Dayana G.

Dec 1, 2023

We hired “Elevate” with chef Samuel to come do a special dinner event for a party of 16. Among friends and work colleagues. Everything was amazing, the food did not only looked top notch but it was also delicious. Very nice guy, super professional and friendly a little shy seems at first but he’s cooking definitely rocks. Since then I’ve use him for other occasions as our chef of trust. Cause it’s always a fantastic experience! It’s like going to one of those fancy restaurants but in your home!! Would definitely recommend!! It’s always a unique experience when he’s in our kitchen.
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Samuel Ulloa

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