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These pros consistently receive high praise in customer reviews.These popular pros are highly sought after for their quality and expertise.These pros recognize that your time is important, and are the fastest to respond to requests.These highly recommended pros are experts, ready to help with your project.

These pros consistently receive high praise in customer reviews.These popular pros are highly sought after for their quality and expertise.These pros recognize that your time is important, and are the fastest to respond to requests.These highly recommended pros are experts, ready to help with your project.

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Avatar for Bremwood Chef & Catering
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Bremwood Chef & Catering
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Bremwood Chef & Catering

5.0

(1)

5.0

(1)

  • Serves McKinney, TX
Chef Alberto Everardo Gonzalez Garcia has spent over 15 years mastering the art of flavor, creativity, and hospitality. His journey began humbly as a dishwasher, driven by a deep respect for the kitchen and a hunger to learn every aspect of the craft. Through dedication and hard work, Alberto rose through the ranks to become a restaurant owner — proudly holding ownership in four food establishments. Alberto’s culinary expertise draws inspiration from American comfort food, Cajun-American cuisine, and new-generation Mexican cooking — a reflection of both his roots and his passion for bold, soulful flavors. His signature approach, which he calls “chaos menus,” brings together unexpected combinations and creative twists that surprise and delight the palate while maintaining a comforting familiarity. As a private chef, Alberto brings restaurant-quality dining experiences into intimate settings — blending refined technique with the warmth and personality that make every meal memorable. Whether crafting a cozy family dinner or a multi-course tasting experience, Chef Alberto’s food tells a story of resilience, creativity, and the joy of sharing good food with good people.See more
Chef Alberto Everardo Gonzalez Garcia has spent over 15 years mastering the art of flavor, creativity, and hospitality. His journey began humbly as a dishwasher, driven by a deep respect for the kitchen and a hunger to learn every aspect of the craft. Through dedication and hard work, Alberto rose through the ranks to become a restaurant owner — proudly holding ownership in four food establishments. Alberto’s culinary expertise draws inspiration from American comfort food, Cajun-American cuisine, and new-generation Mexican cooking — a reflection of both his roots and his passion for bold, soulful flavors. His signature approach, which he calls “chaos menus,” brings together unexpected combinations and creative twists that surprise and delight the palate while maintaining a comforting familiarity. As a private chef, Alberto brings restaurant-quality dining experiences into intimate settings — blending refined technique with the warmth and personality that make every meal memorable. Whether crafting a cozy family dinner or a multi-course tasting experience, Chef Alberto’s food tells a story of resilience, creativity, and the joy of sharing good food with good people.
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Avatar for Sahara Grace
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Sahara Grace
10.
Sahara Grace

4.7

(3)

4.7

(3)

  • 4 hires on Thumbtack
  • Serves McKinney, TX
Caroline S. says, "Sahara could not have done a better job bringing my sushi birthday party dreams to life! From our initial call, she dreamed up the idea of hand rolls instead of sushi rolls to save money and time. She was thoughtful in sourcing the best ingredients and brought a wonderful display for the menu and food without me even asking. She showed up on time, was clean and the food was delicious. I can’t wait to work with Sahara again!"See more
Caroline S. says, "Sahara could not have done a better job bringing my sushi birthday party dreams to life! From our initial call, she dreamed up the idea of hand rolls instead of sushi rolls to save money and time. She was thoughtful in sourcing the best ingredients and brought a wonderful display for the menu and food without me even asking. She showed up on time, was clean and the food was delicious. I can’t wait to work with Sahara again!"

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How much does a personal chef cost?

Hiring a personal chef usually costs anywhere from $40-$100 or more per person. Request free cost estimates from personal chefs in your area so you’ll know exactly how much it will cost to hire one for your needs. For an accurate quote, be sure to let the chefs know the number of people they’ll need to feed, what you’d like on the menu and other relevant details. 

To learn more about the factors that impact the cost to hire a personal or private home chef, read our cost guide.

How do you find a personal chef?

You can find local personal chefs by searching on Thumbtack. Once you enter in your details (how many guests the chef needs to feed, the date, your zip code, etc.), you’ll see a list of chefs who fit your needs.

What’s the difference between a personal chef and a private chef?

The main difference between a personal chef and a private chef boils down to their clients. A personal chef typically prepares meals for multiple clients or households, whereas a private chef will usually work full time for one client or household. Both types of chefs can shop for your ingredients and prepare meals for formal events. 

What is a personal chef?

Personal chefs typically have multiple clients, and they create customized meal plans for those clients. They’ll discuss your dietary needs, create menus, shop for ingredients and prepare the meals. Some personal chefs may also prepare a meal for a special event. They might even offer cooking lessons. 

What is a private chef?

A private chef is usually employed by one household or client, and they work full time for that client. They are in charge of preparing all the meals for the day. Private chefs often cook fresh meals and prepare snacks throughout the day. 

How do you hire a personal chef?

To hire a personal chef, start by searching on Thumbtack. Here, you’ll find a list of top-rated personal chefs in your area. Read the chefs’ customer reviews and profiles so you can learn more about their specialties, quality of work, reputation and professionalism. 

Before you hire a personal chef, ask them a few questions about their process, skills, references and prices. Request price quotes from at least three chefs so you can hire one who’s great at what they do and offers reasonable prices.

There are 22 five star Personal Chefs in McKinney, TX on Thumbtack.

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