A personal chef provides great tasting, healthful, affordable meals for you to enjoy in the comfort of
your home without the daily grind of shopping and cooking. It's a convenient and affordable solution
to the age old question: "What's For Dinner?"
Where do you cook the food?
I prepare your meals in the safety of your kitchen. Many clients have asked if I can cook in my home
and deliver to them, but state health department regulations require that I cook in your home or in
an approved commercial kitchen.
How often would you be cooking for me?
Typically, I visit your home once every two weeks, cooking enough meals to last for that period. For
larger families, I may cook for you once a week, providing enough dinners for that week.
How long will it take to cook my meals?
It depends on the menu you have chosen, but it can range from 4-6 hours. I’ll be happy to work with
you to ensure the cooking date fits into your busy schedule.
Do I have to be home while you are cooking?
No, most clients are actually away at work while I’m preparing their meals. All I need is a key to your
home, or security access code, and any special instructions for entering. I am “invisible” to most
clients!
Do I have to provide pots, pans, spices or other utensils. for you?
I will bring all the cooking utensils, cookware and disposable containers I need for your service. All
you need to provide is a clean and working oven and stove, room in freezer and refrigerator for the
food and a clean kitchen. Don’t worry about anything except what you’ll be enjoying for dinner!
What kind of food do you cook?
After meeting with you to discuss your food preferences and dietary needs, I create custom menus
based on your likes and dislikes, and then you have final approval of the menus before the cook
date. I have hundreds of recipes, including every cuisine and style of food, with most proven to
store well in the freezer. I shop the morning of your cook date, to ensure you'll enjoy the freshest
ingredients available!
I’m on the South Beach/Weight Watchers/Atkins Diet – can you cook that type of food for me?
Certainly! I have been on all three diets at some point in my life (!) and have many recipes that
follow the guidelines for each diet. I can customize your meal plan to fit virtually any dietary or health
needs.
I’d love to have a personal chef, but can I afford it?
Absolutely! Once you calculate how much money you are spending on fast food, restaurants and
wasted food that you meant to get around to cooking, you'll see how truly wonderful and affordable
this service is. Your time is valuable, and a personal chef can easily save you 10-12 hours each
week in planning, shopping, cooking and clean-up time. Click here for pricing details.
How do you store the food?
Typically I will use disposable Gladware (or similar brand) containers for most meals, and
aluminum foil pans for reheating in the oven. If you prefer Pyrex or other more sturdy containers,
you may provide those containers or I’ll be happy to purchase them for you at cost.
How will I know how to re-heat or prepare the food?
Each package is clearly marked with heating instructions, and I also provide a one-page list of the
meals I’ve prepared for you. Any entrees that have been stored for you in your freezer should be
defrosted overnight in your refrigerator, and heated according to the label.
How do I get started?
Contact me via e-mail (karen@incrediblechef.com) or by phone (206-419-8407). We’ll set up a
convenient time to meet in the comfort of your own home for a no-obligation assessment of your
needs and desires. We’ll discuss what type of food you would like to eat on a weekly basis, and
address any dietary restrictions, food allergies, etc. I’ll work with you to personalize a menu specific
to your tastes and customize portion sizes based on what you want. Then we’ll set up a convenient
cook date upon which I can start preparing meals for you. There is no obligation for you to commit to
this service long term, but I think once you’ve tried it, you'll find it's a wonderful solution and very
convenient!
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