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Personal chefs in Irvine, CA

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Shaam C.


Irvine, CA

$24/hr10 yrs exp

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Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hi! I'm Sha'am, and I recently returned from Peace Corps in Ghana. Growing up with a mother in childcare, I developed a love for working with kids. I started babysitting early and have since worked in various childcare settings. My first job was at Lil' Chefs School, where I led cooking classes and earned my CPR/First Aid...
Shaam can also help with: Light cleaning, travel, meal prep, grocery shopping
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

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Dawn S.


Newport Beach, CA

$30-50/hr10 yrs exp

Personal Assistant - Personal Chef- Errands & Odds And Ends

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I am a personal chef who provides excellent meals, pet sit, arrange schedules, shop, wardrobe shop, light cleaning and organizing. I am capable of many things, please ask if you do not see what you need. I have worked as a personal chef for the past 10 years and can also give you cooking lessons or meal prep! Personal chef at...
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Dawn S.


Newport Beach, CA

$20-40/hr10 yrs exp

Meal Prep, Cooking, Errands, Doc Appointments, Companion Care

Hi, I have cared for many elderly people in the past 5 years. I worked as a chef in an Alzheimer, Dementia home and also as a chef and companion to a 91-year-old wonderful cancer patient. I excellent references for you to contact. I am mature, reliable, speak English only and a former executive so I am excellent at multi...
Dawn can also help with: Dementia, personal care, live-in home care, hospice services, visiting physician
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Dawn S.


Newport Beach, CA

$17/hr10 yrs exp

Cooking Lessons

I am a personal chef and would love to teach you how to cook your favorite meals! I can also help you create weekly menus to achieve the most out of your grocery dollars with little or no waste. I cook from scratch including, soups, dressings, sauces and much more.
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Elizabeth G.


Newport Beach, CA

$25-31/hr3 yrs exp

Caring Mom And Birth Doula

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

We had our son just last year and we've had so much fun watching him grow, change and become his own person. He's been a blast on his own, but we really want him to get to socialize with others his own size and we're so excited to meet you. I will have him with me for any caregiving, but he is quite independent and your child...
Elizabeth can also help with: Carpooling, swimming supervision, light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:

First Aid

CPR

5.0
"Betsy (Elizabeth) is absolutely wonderful. I was incredibly nervous about leaving my 13 month old, particularly because we’d recently had trouble with getting him to eat solids and drink water plus he prefers to nurse to sleep. Not only did Betsy keep my barnacle...

Kathleen J.

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Dawn S.


Newport Beach, CA

$40/hr10 yrs exp

Personal Cook/Shopper, Home Sitter, Pet Sitter

Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood

HI:) The following is a list of things I can help you with; Shopping Cooking- personal chef in your home or delivering meals Errands Child care, including infant care Pet care House sitting I am very energetic and excellent at multi tasking!
Dawn can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance, swimming supervision, travel
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Stephanie G.


Buena Park, CA

$10-25/hr10 yrs exp

Personal Certified Chef and Personal Assistant

5.0

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Hired by 4 families in your neighborhood

I love to cook! It is my passion to help others while creating and providing healthy meals. I have been cooking for over 10 years and can prepare just about anything. Nutrition is vital to living a healthy life. Our busy daily lives sometimes prevents us from eating excellent, nutritious, balanced meals at home. That's where I...
5.0
"We hired Stephanie to help with basic meal prep after a medical diagnosis requires a special diet. Stephanie is always on time, hard-working, and very supportive! We are very happy we found her!"

Sabrina L.

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Stephanie G.


Buena Park, CA

$15-25/hr6 yrs exp

Senior Caregiver

4.0

(12)

Hired by 21 families in your neighborhood

I am an experienced, mature woman working as a Senior Care Provider for over 5 years. I have excellent communication and listening skills. My focus is to provide the best care and efficient services to each of my client's. I am also a certified Culinary Chef. I have experience working with Alzheimer's, Dementia, Parkinson's,...
Stephanie can also help with: Hospice services, live-in home care, light cleaning, dementia, home modification, errands & more
Skills:

CPR

Medical Equipment Experience

Wound Care

5.0
"Stephanie has taken care of my mom for almost 3 years. She handles her meals, her doctor appointments and physical therapy. She has never called in sick and is very good about communication. She is willing to take on tasks when asked and she is very accommodating....

Mary H.

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Lara F.


Laguna Niguel, CA

$23-50/hr9 yrs exp

Full-time Caregiver Available

Hired by 14 families in your neighborhood

Dedicated, compassionate and experienced, I create a warm and nurturing environment for each and every family. My personal experience nursing my brother during his protracted battle with cancer, and subsequent hospice care, has made me incredibly attuned to family needs during such a sensitive time. After his death, I...
Lara can also help with: Live-in home care, hospice services, respite care, personal care, home modification
5.0
"Lara has been working for our family as a caretaker for over a year. Not only is she personable, respectful and provides great company for our father, but she also displays patience, sensitivity and understanding all-the-while having the ability to remain calm in...

Kimberly N.

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Isabella C.


Newport Coast, CA

$25-50/hr9 yrs exp

House Manager/Personal Assistant/Private Chef

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I have been an estate manager/personal assistant/private chef/governess & caregiver for over 10 years. I have studied culinary arts in Pasadena. I have most recently provided my live-in private chef/house management services for over 5 years in Newport Coast, CA. I have cared for and managed all household maintenance and special...

Hired by 8 families in your neighborhood

Hi, I am Stephanie. I have been providing party planning and entertaining for over 10 years. I can assist with shopping, party layout, professional cooking, and do all of the running around and shopping. I can work with budgets and have all of the in and outs of successful party planning at an affordable price.
I have two years experience working on a neurological floor in a hospital with our main clientele being the elderly. My first career was a Chef so I am very comfortable in the kitchen preparing meals for my clients. I always treat my patients as if they were my family and it is important to me to make sure my clients always feel...
Justin can also help with: Errands, light cleaning, meal prep, mobility assistance
Skills:

CPR

CNA

Hello! I would love the chance to help you out! I am 34 years old and currently work full time as a pastry chef, but I am looking to earn some extra money and would love to put in about 8-10 extra hour on a Monday. I absolutely love organizing and could come in on a Monday and help organize around the home and also come back...
Christina can also help with: Kitchen cleaning, organization, general room cleaning
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Elizabeth D.


Rancho Santa Margarita, CA

$32/hr1 yrs exp

The Chef Nanny Lady - Creative, Resourceful And Engaging!

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hello there! I am Chef E / Nanny E (Elizabeth). I'd describe my personality as creative, resourceful And reliable. Especially with my speciality in being a Chef. I like working with kids because I like to help explore their creativity thru arts and crafts. I believe having quality time to explore this way is an empowering way...
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Isabella C.


Newport Coast, CA

$20-45/hr10 yrs exp

Experienced And Passionate Caregiver

For over 5 years, I worked as an Emergency Medical Technician(Medic) for a private ambulance company. I had committed an extreme amount of time caring for the sick and injured, elderly patients, the disabled as well as transporting ambulatory/non-ambulatory individuals. I later studied the culinary arts and became a Professional...
Isabella can also help with: Personal care, live-in home care, dementia
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Julia L.


Fullerton, CA

$21-22/hr5 yrs exp

Hi! I'm Julia:) I am 21, living in Fullerton California. I have both personal and professional experience with a wide range of care. For the last two years, I have been a behavioral interventionist around LA and Orange County. Before my time as a BI, I was a respite nanny and a primary respite caretaker for multiple elderly...
Julia can also help with: Meal prep, swimming supervision, carpooling, light cleaning, grocery shopping, craft assistance & more
Skills:

Early Education

Special Needs Care

First Aid

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Nathan P.


Placentia, CA

$17-22/hr8 yrs exp

Errands & Home Support

Errands, shopping, somewhat handyman. Tidy-up chores & some cooking (my hobby, studied under a 5 Star chef) Drove professionally for a decade as a litigation support clerk & process server. know the county well. Am passionate about being of service
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Marin H.


Mission Viejo, CA

$17-21/hr1 yrs exp

Caregiver

I'm great with people I took care of my grandparents last year when they were struggling as a home nurse and chef I have also helped other seniors at their new senior home residence when I have seen them lost in the halls or just wanting someone to talk to I genuinely love spending time with others and am compassionate and hard...
Marin can also help with: Errands, light cleaning, meal prep, transportation
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Lauren B.


Laguna Niguel, CA

$35-50/hr10 yrs exp

Conscious Caretaker

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

Hi, my name is Lauren. I am a dedicated individual with a passion for holistic practices, Ayurveda, and empowering children to use their voice and gain self-confidence and empowerment. My skills include sharing personal growth/Mental health knowledge from 30+ courses and Live virtual sessions I have learnt investing 4600+...
Lauren can also help with: Craft assistance, meal prep, travel, carpooling, light cleaning
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

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Jeffrey L.


Newport Beach, CA

$26/hr6 yrs exp

Experienced Housekeeper And Home Manager | Creating Clean, Organized, And Efficient Spaces

As a private chef, personal assistant, house manager, and housekeeper, I offer a comprehensive service that enhances my clients' lives. I create customized meals that prioritize both taste and wellness, ensuring every dish fits specific dietary needs and preferences. My expertise in managing household operations, from staff...
Jeffrey can also help with: Changing bed linens, kitchen cleaning, bathroom cleaning, move-out cleaning, general room cleaning, carpet cleaning & more

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Recent personal chef reviews in Irvine, CA

Elizabeth G.

5.0

Betsy (Elizabeth) is absolutely wonderful. I was incredibly nervous about leaving my 13 month old, particularly because we’d recently had trouble with getting him to eat solids and drink water plus he prefers to nurse to sleep. Not only did Betsy keep my barnacle baby occupied, she managed to get...

- Kathleen J.

Stephanie G.

5.0

We hired Stephanie to help with basic meal prep after a medical diagnosis requires a special diet. Stephanie is always on time, hard-working, and very supportive! We are very happy we found her!

- Sabrina L.

Stephanie G.

5.0

I have two 84 year old parents and needed some help four nights out of the week. I hired Stephanie and she has been great. She tries to engage with my Mom who has some cognitive challenges. She's helped my Mom with daily living tasks. She keeps me updated on things needed, and makes helpful...

- Care member

Lara F.

5.0

What an amazing lady!! The best caregiver I've ever experienced because of the following: Highly professional Very dependable Very knowledgeable Genuinely caring Anticipates your needs She uses her time very efficiently and she does a great job communicating with the client! Jules

- Jules D.

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