Frequently Asked Questions
What is a personal chef?
A personal chef is a culinary professional who will come to your home and prepare delicious, nutritious meals that will freeze well and reheat in minutes for you and your family. Chef Shawn will take care of everything... menu planning, grocery shopping, meal preparation and clean-up. You get nutritious-quality meals in your own home... without any hassle!
How does the service work?
Chef Shawn will schedule a free in-home consultation to learn about you and your family's likes, dislikes or special dietary needs. Next, a cooking date is scheduled. Five days prior to your cooking date, your customized menu will arrive for your approval.
On the morning of your cooking day, Chef Shawn will shop for the groceries needed to prepare your menu. He will select only the freshest, finest quality meat, seafood, vegetables and herbs that meet his professional standards. Chef Shawn believes that delicious food starts with the best quality ingredients available!
Once all of the shopping is completed, Chef Shawn will arrive at your home with all of his own utensils needed to complete your menu. He will cook, package, label with reheating instructions, and refrigerate or freeze each item. By following the simple instructions included, dinner will taste as if it was just prepared! In addition, Chef Shawn will leave your kitchen clean and your home filled with wonderful aromas!
How much does a personal chef service cost?
The Healthy Kitchen Personal Chef Service comes to you at affordable prices. Specific costs will vary based on dietary requirements and the number of servings. A standard menu consists of 5 entrees and some side dishes. Each entree consists of 4 servings (except fish, which is 2 servings). Menus and prices are customized based on clients' needs. Choose from weekly, semi-monthly or monthly cooking dates. Please contact Chef Shawn Wright at Shawn@thehealthy-kitchen.com or 410-916-7393 to discuss your particular needs. Or simply fill out the contact form.
How will you know my food preferences?
Before entering into any service obligation, Chef Shawn will come to your home and have you and your family fill out a food questionnaire. He will conduct an in-depth interview. What are your favorite foods and cuisines? Do you prefer comfort food, gourmet, international, low-fat or a combination? Do you have any dietary restrictions or food allergies? No problem! What Chef Shawn learns during this interview process will guide him to develop customized menus that are tailor-made for you and your family!
Will you prepare meals for special diets?
Chef Shawn will cook not only to your personal tastes but according to your dietary requirements or restrictions. Are you on Weight Watchers or South Beach? Are you a diabetic? No problem! Chef Shawn has experience in all the latest health plans and medically restrictive diets.
Who are your typical clients?
The Healthy Kitchen Personal Chef Service clients come from all walks of life. Some have wanted to lose weight, some have wanted to impress their guests, and some have just wanted to save time and eat well.
What kind of service contract must I sign?
There is no pressure to sign any contract.
For more information, contact Chef Shawn Wright.