Private Chef Yehuriz

$125/person

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About

Chef Yehuriz brings over 14 years of professional culinary experience to every event and in‑home dining experience. Born in Santiago, Dominican Republic and raised in Jersey City, New Jersey he discovered his passion for cooking while working alongside talented chefs at prestigious kitchens, including the Hyatt Regency, Hilton Hotel & Resort, Eleven Madison Park, and other acclaimed tri‑state restaurants. That foundation led him to launch his first private chef business, then open his own restaurant, El Empanada King, and help develop several other restaurant concepts for different groups. Today, he offers personalized wedding and event catering and private chef services with the same high standards, creativity, and attention to detail he honed in top-tier restaurants. If you’re looking for a chef who combines fine-dining expertise with a warm, personal touch, let’s start planning your menu.

Overview

Hired 47 times

Serves King of Prussia, PA

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2 employees

14 years in business

Business hours

Sun12:00 am - 11:59 pmMon12:00 am - 11:59 pm

Payment methods

This pro accepts payments via Apple Pay, Check, Credit card, Google Pay, PayPal, Samsung Pay, Square cash app, Stripe, Venmo, and Zelle.

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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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Reviews

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

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Alyson S.

May 24, 2026

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Hired on Thumbtack

Details: Special occasion (birthday, anniversary, etc.) • 2 guests • Dinner • Dessert • I'm flexible • Dessert • American - formal • I'm flexible • Only once • At the pro’s location • My home, venue, etc.

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Allison M.

Feb 14, 2026

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Chef Jerry was Professional, Responsive and an absolute joy to work with. He made not only beautifully presented dishes but hands down delicious! Looking forward to booking him again.

Details: Holiday meal (Mother's day, Valentine's day, etc.) • 2 guests • Dinner • Dessert • I'm flexible • Dessert • Mediterranean / Middle Eastern • Asian • Italian • Nut allergies • Meal prepared onsite • Only once • My home, venue, etc.

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Mikaela W.

Feb 9, 2026

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Chef Yehuriz’s personal chef service was a unique and memorable experience. I booked him for my partner’s birthday dinner in the Poconos. Not only was he prompt, responsive, and professional, but he took us on a journey in time with his food. Since my partner and I were curious about it, Chef Yehuriz explained that each flavor had been built upon and perfected over years. His food carried a rich cultural history, and you could taste that in the flavors and sensations he described. He explained that all fresh and natural ingredients were used, and that was apparent in the quality and taste. The food was delicious and exceeded our expectations. Chef Yehuriz cleaned up everything after our meal, which was another huge burden we didn’t have to bear. We look forward to working with him again for future personal or work events.

Details: Date night • 2 guests • Dinner • Premium (high end ingredients) • Dessert • American - formal • Asian • Mediterranean / Middle Eastern • Southern • Dairy intolerant • Meal prepared onsite • Only once • My home, venue, etc.

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Dorothy O.

Feb 15, 2026

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Hired on Thumbtack

Details: Holiday meal (Mother's day, Valentine's day, etc.) • 3 - 5 guests • Dinner • Dessert • I'm flexible • Dessert • Cold beverages (non-alcoholic) • Hot beverages (coffee, tea, etc.) • American - casual • American - formal • Southern • Asian • Meal prepared onsite • Only once • My home, venue, etc.

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Leon S.

Feb 16, 2026

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Hired on Thumbtack

Details: Special occasion (birthday, anniversary, etc.) • 2 guests • Breakfast / brunch • Lunch • Dinner • Cocktail hour / hors d'oeuvres • Dessert • Premium (high end ingredients) • Dessert • Cold beverages (non-alcoholic) • Cold beverages (alcoholic) • Hot beverages (coffee, tea, etc.) • American - casual • American - formal • Asian • Italian • Mexican / Latin American • Barbecue • Mediterranean / Middle Eastern • Southern • Indian • French • Vegetarian or vegan • Gluten free or celiac • Kosher • Halal • Meal delivered • Only once • My home, venue, etc.

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Yehuriz Hernandez