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Personal chefs in Des Plaines, IL

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Sherry R.


Des Plaines, IL

$25-35/hr • 10 yrs exp

Senior Companion/Care Or Household Manager

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Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

Hello! I consider myself fortunate to have had the opportunity to take care of my grandparents. The life lessons they taught me, and our family were priceless. I am the eldest of six children and have one daughter and two beautiful granddaughters. I understand that juggling the daily responsibilities of life can be a challenge,...
Sherry can also help with: Personal care, errands, meal prep, light cleaning, hospice services, respite care & more
Skills:

CPR

Medical Equipment Experience

Wound Care

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Mimi S.


Mount Prospect, IL

$18/hr • 3 yrs exp

5.0

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Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hi, I'm Mimi. I currently attend UIC and am in my last semester of Teaching of History to become a high school teacher. I have worked on and off babysitting, lifeguarded for 2 years, and worked as a chef instructor for elementary aged kids.
Mimi can also help with: Light cleaning, craft assistance, swimming supervision, meal prep
Skills:

First Aid

5.0
"We hired Mimi to care for our 10-year-old daughter and 8-year-old son through the day, every day, for the summer school break of 2021. So about 10 weeks. She was great! Always on time or early. Very good communication on status. There were a few discipline issues...

Dorothy I.

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James K.


Glenview, IL

$25-50/hr • 1 yrs exp

Local Chef And Father Seeks To Utilize Skills For Seniors

I am a Chef and Father of 3 (ages 12-7) and independent real estate professional. I am seeking to stay close to my home so I will no longer work in restaurants or their hours. However, I am still able bodied and have a positive disposition with skills to provide meals to meet any dietary specifications. I have reliable...
James can also help with: Companionship, hospice services, meal prep, errands, live-in home care, light cleaning & more
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Melanie C.


Schaumburg, IL

$22-30/hr • 10 yrs exp

Cleaning Service

I have 10 years of experience. I can help with General Room Cleaning, Cleaning office buildings and deep cleaning services, I am a licensed caterer I can offer Meal Prep service as well or private chef cooking service. I offer errands running for clients as well.
Melanie can also help with: General room cleaning, vacuuming and/or mopping, changing bed linens, dusting
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Whitney W.


Bensenville, IL

$17-22/hr • 9 yrs exp

Housekeeper With Chef Experience

I assisted in starting a private cleaning company in 2013 that specializes in getting houses, apartments and condos move-in ready. Since then, I have become a caretaker for my parents, as well as taking care of my child. This includes, but is not limited to daily cleaning, laundry, window cleaning, watering plants, meal...
Whitney can also help with: General room cleaning, carpet cleaning, kitchen cleaning, organization, changing bed linens, bathroom cleaning & more
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Whitney W.


Bensenville, IL

$15-32/hr • 8 yrs exp

Vegan Chef & Sitter

I have 8 years of experience (I'm a mom). I can help with Light Housekeeping and Cooking/Meal Preparation.
Whitney can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, grocery shopping
Skills:

CPR

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Joan W.


Chicago, IL

$17-25/hr

House Cleaning and Meal Preparation.

I actually enjoy getting a household clean and tidy. I went to chef school in Ireland, so I like to cook and bake.
Joan can also help with: Kitchen cleaning, bathroom cleaning, cabinet cleaning, changing bed linens, general room cleaning
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Laura K.


Wilmette, IL

$40/hr • 5 yrs exp

Precision Housekeeping

Hi. I'm a professional housekeeper . I worked over 4 years in Winnetka for 1 family as a private chef and housekeeper. I'm trustworthy , diligent and detail oriented . I have great references from the family I worked for . I'd describe my personality as detail oriented , professional in my work, proactive I like caring for...
Laura can also help with: Kitchen cleaning, organization, general room cleaning, changing bed linens
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Neena M.


Bensenville, IL

$25-27/hr • 7 yrs exp

Caring, Outgoing Nanny

Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood

I am 27 and graduated with a Bachelors from Illinois State University. I have been babysitting children since the age of 15, starting with newborns, up to teenagers. I worked at the park district with the extended school program, helping the kids with their homework, reading, crafts, and activities. I assisted teachers in the...
Neena can also help with: Travel, swimming supervision, carpooling, craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep & more
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

clean regularly for four local families, and can provide excellent references! I specialize in regular and move out cleanings and can help with organizing every room in your home. I am typically available Thursdays and Fridays with some flexibility on Tuesdays. My other passion is cooking.. l have a culinary degree and work...
Monika can also help with: Organization, carpet cleaning, kitchen cleaning, changing bed linens, general room cleaning, bathroom cleaning & more
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Kotoko M.


Schaumburg, IL

$30-35/hr • 10 yrs exp

I Have Experience In Childcare, House Management And Worked As A Sous Chef For Many Years.

Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood

At a young age, I started taking care of children. I have facilitated meaningful milestones in the early development stages of childhood. It is endearing to be a part of a family where we can teach them, watch them grow, and observe the growth of every individual child. Furthermore, I tutored high school students in math and...
Kotoko can also help with: Meal prep, carpooling
Skills:

Special Needs Care

4.0
"Kotoko was terrific! My family and I were in town for a wedding. Kotoko watched our toddler in our hotel room during the reception. She arrived early, gave us time to relay information, and communicated well and warmly up to and during the session. She gave my...

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Joanna S.


Chicago, IL

$40-45/hr • 10 yrs exp

High End - House Manager/family Assistant/executive Housekeeper, Family Assistant Available.

Hired by 7 families in your neighborhood

I have 14 years of House management , family assistant experience. I've worked in high end homes/estates as house manager; family assistant, nanny, personal stylist, executive housekeeper and chef. I was in-charge of general up keep and cleanliness of large estate residences between 4, 000 sq. ft. - 28, 000 sq. ft. I did weekly...
Joanna can also help with: Changing bed linens, basement cleaning, dusting, attic cleaning, cabinet cleaning, bathroom cleaning & more
5.0
"Joanna is absolutely fantastic! She's very detailed and thorough, she takes great pride in the service she provides. Joanna is the best house keeper I've ever had and I'm lucky to have found her."

Elise M.

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Lauren M.


Chicago, IL

$20-100/hr • 6 yrs exp

Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood

Do you need childcare this winter when your kids are off school or you need to get some errands done? I can help! I can take care of multiple children at once with ease. My approach to interpersonal conflicts between children/siblings is careful, thoughtful, and always with understanding. I can create games, art projects, and...
Lauren can also help with: Meal prep, craft assistance, swimming supervision, grocery shopping, carpooling, light cleaning & more
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

5.0
"We hired Lauren right at the peak of the pandemic in early 2020 and I can confidently say that I don't know how we would've made it through everything without her. She did a great job finding creative and educational ways for our 2 kids to stay active during...

Allison C.

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Eve M.


Chicago, IL

$18-30/hr • 4 yrs exp

Part-Time Babysitter/Nanny

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

Hi there! I am a project manager by day who is a nanny on the side and wanting to contribute my skills to helping a family. I have nannied for a few different families over the years. For one family, I helped with their 8-month-old daughter until she was 3 and recently babysat her (she's now 7 years old) so I am comfortable with...
Eve can also help with: Light cleaning, grocery shopping, swimming supervision, meal prep, craft assistance, carpooling & more
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

5.0
"Last summer, Eve worked as a part time nanny for my then 8 month old baby daughter. Eve was an outstanding nanny. She was punctual, organized, energetic, responsible, and friendly. When I came home, my daughter was always happy, fed, rested, and clean. Eve played...

Jane L.

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Kotoko M.


Schaumburg, IL

$30-45/hr • 10 yrs exp

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I have experience taking care of seniors with dementia, stroke victims and with mental disabilities. I have worked as a sous chef and have knowledge of healthy meal planning.
Kotoko can also help with: Transportation, light cleaning, meal prep, dementia, errands
5.0
"Kotoko is a great communicator. She is honest, intelligent, and dependable. She was punctual and completed the job to perfection. I highly recommend her."

Margaret H.

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Starla B.


Glen Ellyn, IL

$20-28/hr • 10 yrs exp

Child Care Provider-Nanny

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

Hi my name is Starla. I'm a Mom, mentor, teacher, Chef, and so much more. I begin caring for children at a very young age. I've worked with babies, toddlers, elementary ages kids, teenagers, I also have experience working with special needs kids. I provided childcare from home and nannied for several families. I'm fun, loving,...
Starla can also help with: Swimming supervision, light cleaning, meal prep, craft assistance
Skills:

Special Needs Care

5.0
"Starla is an amazing person and wonderful nanny. She watched our 8 month old for us a few days a week. We would have kept her forever but my wife ended up getting granted a part-time request at work (surprising to us), so we no longer needed a nanny. Starla always...

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Madeline J.


Chicago, IL

$15-20/hr • 3 yrs exp

Babysitter/Housekeeper

Hello! I am an experienced babysitter and now that I am older I am able to do cooking and cleaning as well. I can do laundry, clean bathrooms, bedrooms, re-organize playrooms, etc. I love cooking healthier meals and I have more experience making chicken and vegetarian meals. Some dishes I have made recently include turkey...
Madeline can also help with: Bathroom cleaning, attic cleaning, basement cleaning, kitchen cleaning, changing bed linens, general room cleaning & more
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Carolynn T.


Lyons, IL

$25/hr • 8 yrs exp

Compassionate Artist

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I have been a dedicated caregiver for 9 years providing compassionate and comprehensive care to my clients. I have experience with clients with Alzheimer's/dementia. My services include light daily cleaning, medication reminders, assistance with toileting, bathing, walking, running errands, wound care and accompanying clients to...
Carolynn can also help with: Light cleaning, dementia, errands, mobility assistance, meal prep, companionship & more
Skills:

Wound Care

Medical Equipment Experience

5.0
"Carolynn is dependable bright and caring. She is an excellent companion who quickly earns her clients trust."

Bill M.

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Regina E.


Elgin, IL

$15-25/hr • 1 yrs exp

Friendly Personal Assistant, Tutor, Chef, Babysitter And Anything Else You Need

Highly organized, versatile, communicative, patient, and creative individual seeks to assist your family!
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Kylie C.


Chicago, IL

$22-25/hr • 5 yrs exp

Experience In Hospice Care, Trained Chef.

I'm passionate about caring for seniors, after personally caring for each of my grandparents and providing live-in hospice care for my grandfather. My calm & empathetic personality naturally draws me to form friendships with seniors in my neighborhood. I genuinely love chatting with my senior friends and especially hearing their...
Kylie can also help with: Hospice services, light cleaning, errands, live-in home care, home modification, companionship & more

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Recent personal chef reviews in Des Plaines, IL

Mimi S.

5.0

We hired Mimi to care for our 10-year-old daughter and 8-year-old son through the day, every day, for the summer school break of 2021. So about 10 weeks. She was great! Always on time or early. Very good communication on status. There were a few discipline issues with the kids and she handled them...

- Dorothy I.

Kotoko M.

4.0

Kotoko was terrific! My family and I were in town for a wedding. Kotoko watched our toddler in our hotel room during the reception. She arrived early, gave us time to relay information, and communicated well and warmly up to and during the session. She gave my husband and I the peace of mind to...

- Care member

Joanna S.

5.0

I recently had a bad experience with a care.com cleaner and am VERY cautious. Joanna made sure I was ok with her work during and when done. I took a white dust cloth to find dirt after she left. The cloth is still bright white. I'll call her again!

- Gwynne B.

Lauren M.

5.0

My 6 year old daughter absolutely adored Lauren! Needed a date night sitter at our hotel and she was a total gem. My daughter woke up the next day wanting her to babysit again. A+ review!

- Mary W.

Eve M.

5.0

Confident leaving Eve with my children.

- Patty D.

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