Kitchen Academic, LLC

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Introduction: How many times have you listened to word of mouth, only to be led to some guy that does cooking on the side? I've invested my whole career in working with food service, with over 15 years spent cooking. My time has been spent in hotels, resorts, pubs, restaurants, banquets, healthcare, contract/concession/stadium service and personal chef operations. I've had the opportunity to work, be educated and travel to many places throughout the Midwestern U.S. and internationally. Through it all, I've worked to remain hungry for challenges, but humble to all I'm working with. I honestly never feel like I've worked a day in my life. Sure, days are stressful, they're full of hiccups, burned food, lost orders or whatnot. But honestly? Getting down to basics, picking up a knife and getting into the kitchen is where I've always been most comfortable. Working with and learning about new techniques and different ingredients, getting to know new customers and giving my knowledge to make their event(s) the best I can possibly make them is now what I am looking to do.

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Hired 13 times

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1 employee

12 years in business

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This pro accepts payments via Cash, Credit card, PayPal, and Square cash app.

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2019

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

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Jolene A.

Jun 23, 2018

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Our event was a casual outdoor garden wedding. Kitchen Academy was excellent. They were amazing in all the categories listed. I would suggest them to everyone or anyone to cater their event big or small. We had about 40 people. They listened, helped with vegan dishes, and stayed in contact all the way to the event. Our guests were so amazed on how wonderful the food and desserts were. So many compliments to Marcus. Most of the guests took his business card to give to friends or keep for themselves on their future events. If we could we give the 10 stars for all categories listed. They made our special day wonderful and amazing. Thank you so much!!! Mr. & Mrs Kevin Knaack

Details: Bride or groom • Lunch • Appetizers • Entrees • Desserts • Modern / inventive • American - casual • Buffet / self serve • Yes - full kitchen (oven, stove, refrigerator, sink, and utensils) • Home • 41 - 50 guests • $$ (standard)

Kitchen Academic, LLC's reply

Mr. and Mrs. Kevin Knaack, Thank you for the opportunity to come serve you and your guests. I am deeply humbled that for such a special and memorable occasion for your lives that the food was excellent. If you ever need anything in the future, let me know. And congratulations to the two of you! (small side note, it's Academic, not Academy :) )

Wedding Catering

Lyn H.

Aug 6, 2018

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Markus catered a picnic for us at an outdoor venue with approximately 40-50 attendees. He was very responsive to our needs, the food was delicious and the service and set-up impeccable! I would definitely hire him again!

Details: Party host • Outdoor event / summer party • Dinner • Dessert • American - casual • Buffet / self serve • Only drop off is necessary • Outdoor venue • 41 - 50 guests • Disposable plates, utensils, and cups • Paper napkins • Standard (basic ingredients)

Kitchen Academic, LLC's reply

Holly, thank you! Catering for you and your alumni was fun and i'm happy that the weather cooperated with us for a very pleasant afternoon. If you need anything else in the future, please let me know and i will see what i can do for you!

Wedding and Event Catering

Andree N.

Aug 13, 2018

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Markus was a pleasure to work with from the beginning of the planning stages to the day of my event! Very quick with responses. I sincerely felt ZERO stress about the reception portion of my event. My boss asked me for his information while at the reception. Most of all, his food was amazing!!!! His mini beef wellingtons are amazing! It was a hit amongst my guests. Do not hesitate selecting Markus to cater your event. It was an absolute pleasure working with him

Details: Party host • Corporate event • Lunch • Barbecue • Buffet / self serve • Service will be needed during the meal • Office • 91 - 100 guests • Disposable plates, utensils, and cups • Paper napkins • Serving/warming trays, dishes, and utensils • $$ (standard)

Kitchen Academic, LLC's reply

Colonel Andree, thank you for the opportunity to serve you and your new unit for your ceremony! And it was a pleasure and honor to cater for the men and women that have served in the armed forces. I would have liked to shake your hand, but your enthusiasm after meeting in the kitchen was awesome to see. I wish you the best for the future and if there's something i can do in the future for you, please let me know!

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Sonya T.

Sep 5, 2018

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It was the first time we used Kitchen Academic, LLC to cater an office luncheon. The service was exceptional and the food was delicious. Our staff was impressed and pleased with the presentation and the taste. Markus was a joy to work with; very thorough in his approach to catering the event, arrived on time and prepared and stayed until the lunch was concluded. I couldn't have asked for better service. We will definitely use Kitchen Academic for future office functions. Oh and did I mention the food was delicious!

Details: Office coordinator • Corporate event • Lunch • Dessert • American - formal • Southern • Buffet / self serve • Only drop off is necessary • Office • Yes - partial kitchen (refrigerator and sink only) • 31 - 40 guests • Disposable plates, utensils, and cups • Serving/warming trays, dishes, and utensils • Tabletop décor and display • Premium (high end ingredients)

Wedding and Event Catering

Paul K.

Jul 30, 2018

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Provided excellent product - would have liked more communication to keep me informed of progress. I was a little nervous the day of the event, because I had not had verbal confirmation that he was coming

Details: Venue manager • Outdoor event / summer party • Lunch • Cold beverages (non-alcoholic) • American - casual • Food stations • Only drop off is necessary • Outdoor venue • 41 - 50 guests • Disposable plates, utensils, and cups • $ (basic)

Kitchen Academic, LLC's reply

Paul, thank you for your feedback! Based off of this, i have made some changes to my communications and try to make it a point to contact my clients and/or contacts before leaving to a location the day of the event. Hopefully, this should alleviate any anxiety by any future clients regarding this. Also, thank you for your thoughts regarding the product!

Wedding and Event Catering

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What should the customer know about your pricing (e.g., discounts, fees)?
Generally, Kitchen Academic provides you a 'menu theme,' and that theme can range from box lunches, to multi-entree dinner buffets. Within that theme, you have multiple options to create a meal best suited to your tastes or that of your guests. Kitchen Academic also offers separate pricing for multiple types of beverage service with the same theme, as well as linen, china and disposable utensil services as well.
What is your typical process for working with a new customer?
I would like to setup an initial consultation with a client to discuss both the broad and finer details of their event. Afterwards, after finding mutual agreement, the process moves to preparation and execution of the event. After the execution of the event, I typically try to reconnect with the client for some follow-up.
What education and/or training do you have that relates to your work?
I'm a graduate of Pennsylvania Culinary Institute. I am a Certified Dietary Manager (CDM) and Certified Food Protection Professional (CFPP). I'm also ServSafe certified and certified with the Ohio Department of Health.

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