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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: Changing bed linens, kitchen cleaning, general room cleaning, organization
4.0
(1)
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, basement cleaning, attic cleaning, general room cleaning, changing bed linens, kitchen cleaning & more
Joanna S.
Chicago, IL
$40-45/hr • 10 yrs exp
High End - House Manager/family Assistant/executive Housekeeper, Family Assistant Available.
5.0
(9)
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, cabinet cleaning, dusting, bathroom cleaning, basement cleaning, attic 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.
Lauren M.
Chicago, IL
$20-100/hr • 6 yrs exp
5.0
(3)
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: Light cleaning, meal prep, craft assistance, grocery shopping, swimming supervision, carpooling & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
5.0
"Lauren is a truly gifted caregiver. She has been watching my two grade school aged boys three days a week during the pandemic (January - June 2021). I couldn't be happier with the care, support, skills, and fun she has given them. She is clearly very smart and has...
Julia R.
Joan J.
Chicago, IL
$35/hr • 10 yrs exp
Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood
I am one of eight kids, and love being with children. I have 9 years of babysitting experience, and 1 year of Nanny experience. I am CPR certified, and I also have my Culinary Degree from Johnson and Wales University. I own and operate my own Private Chef Company. Love to be in the kitchen, meal prep/ grocery shopping available...
Joan can also help with: Meal prep, swimming supervision, grocery shopping, carpooling, light cleaning, craft assistance & more
Skills:
CPR
First Aid
Special Needs Care
Im very reliable, dependable and calm, honest person you can trust . Non smoker, don't do drugs and non alcoholic.
A chef by profession
Have a driving license
Housekeeping too
Grooming too
Dressing
Companion
Feeding
Bathing
Hoya lift experience
Errands and etc.
Samuel can also help with: Companionship, errands, meal prep, mobility assistance, light cleaning, hospice services & more
Skills:
CPR
Home Health Aide
Wound Care
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: Meal prep, companionship, light cleaning, hospice services, errands, live-in home care & more
Hi! My name is Gillian I moved to Chicago about five years ago and I am a career nanny. i've worked in childcare for the last 7+years and my time with my current family is sadly coming to a close.
Within several of child care experience I have worked mostly as a nanny but have also worked in the infant room at a daycare.
I...
Gillian can also help with: Travel, craft assistance, swimming supervision
Skills:
Special Needs Care
I worked for a high-profile family for a long time, helping them at private and social parties. I was the assistant of the chef in cooking and helped him to decorate plates and as a server too.
In my personal life, it is something I love to do. Creating a unique, exciting, and fun time and place to celebrate something important...
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: Live-in home care, light cleaning, hospice services, errands, companionship, home modification & more
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: Light cleaning, errands, meal prep, hospice services, personal care, respite care & more
Skills:
Wound Care
Medical Equipment Experience
CPR
Kylie C.
Chicago, IL
$23-25/hr • 10 yrs exp
My experience with professional childcare started around 14 years years ago when I spent a summer as a live-in nanny to a 6-year-old with health & behavioral difficulties. I continued to provide childcare throughout the years while pursuing my career as a chef. My desire to care for others led me on a path to co-founding a...
Kylie can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, grocery shopping, travel, swimming supervision, carpooling & more
I flew from Ukraine, I will be glad to be an assistant in your house, my husband and I also have a dog (corgi), I really love animals. I cook delicious food. I am also a pastry chef with 5 years of experience, I will prepare delicious desserts for you. I am very open and kind, I will be glad to meet you.
Adelina can also help with: Organization, changing bed linens, carpet cleaning, general room cleaning, kitchen cleaning, bathroom cleaning & more
Thaddeus B.
Chicago, IL
$30/hr • 1 yrs exp
Hard Working, Compassion, And Reliable Former Chef That Wants To Help Your Family Succeed!
My name is Thaddeus and I'm a 49-year-old dad of two amazing kids ages 7 and 8. I was a chef in my career for 29 years and held positions at many amazing restaurants and properties. I have a very strong work ethic, I'm very clean and organized, and goal driven. I am well versed in household tasks, you name it I can pretty much...
Thaddeus can also help with: Grocery shopping, meal prep, swimming supervision, light cleaning, carpooling
Skills:
CPR
I've always been passionate about helping others, and look forward to being of some assistance to you and your family!
I currently work in the healthcare industry which started 10 years ago. I am also an alumnus of a culinary institute with over 20 years of professional cooking. I have successfully worked with several families...
Karen can also help with: Meal prep, light cleaning, companionship
Skills:
CPR
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: Bathroom cleaning, carpet cleaning, kitchen cleaning, general room cleaning, changing bed linens, organization & more
Mimi S.
Mount Prospect, IL
$18/hr • 3 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
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, swimming supervision, craft assistance, 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.
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.
4.8
(2)
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...
Care member
5.0
(4)
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: Swimming supervision, light cleaning, craft assistance, carpooling, grocery shopping, meal prep & more
Skills:
First Aid
CPR
5.0
"Confident leaving Eve with my children."
Patty D.
Kotoko M.
Schaumburg, IL
$30-45/hr • 10 yrs exp
5.0
(1)
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: Errands, dementia, light cleaning, meal prep, transportation
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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Recent personal chef reviews in Wilmette, IL
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.
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
Eve M.
5.0
Confident leaving Eve with my children.
- Patty D.