Got Questions? We’ve Got Answers
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I offer four in‑home cooking and prep services designed to make your week easier:
Meal Prep Service – Fresh, home‑cooked meals prepared in your kitchen for the week. Entrées and sides are cooked, portioned, labeled, and stored — ready to enjoy.
Same Day Dinners – A fresh, chef‑prepared dinner cooked in your home and ready exactly when you need it.
Meal Prep Assistance – Ingredient prep for home cooks who want to cook their own meals but need help with washing, chopping, slicing, and organizing ingredients.
Recipe‑Ready Ingredient Kits – Fully organized, ready‑to‑cook recipe kits with ingredients washed, chopped, measured, portioned, and grouped into labeled kits. Perfect for fast, stress‑free cooking all week.
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All meals are prepared in your home. I do not offer meal delivery or drop-offs.
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Yes, I shop for all ingredients needed for your cooking session. Grocery costs are added to your invoice with full transparency.
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I serve clients in Carmel, Westfield, Sheridan, Zionsville, Fishers, Noblesville.
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Yes, I can accommodate mild allergies, sensitivities, and dietary preferences such as gluten-free, dairy-free, low-carb, high-protein.
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A clean sink and a clean counter space.
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Most sessions take about 3 or 4 hours, depending on the menu and number of meals.
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Yes, your kitchen will be left same clean as before the cooking session.
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You’re welcome to customize the type of meat in any entrée and request produce substitutions when needed. For example, you can choose chicken instead of beef, or ask for broccoli instead of green beans. These small adjustments help tailor the meal to your family’s preferences while keeping the cooking session organized and efficient.
I don’t offer full custom dishes outside of the menu, but I’m always happy to make ingredient swaps within the existing options.
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You may cancel or reschedule your cooking session by providing written notice at least 48 hours prior to the appointment time. Notice may be submitted via email or text message.
Cancellations or rescheduling requests made less than 48 hours before the scheduled session will result in the Client being charged the full service fee, as the time has been reserved exclusively for the Client and cannot be reallocated.
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Yes, I am a ServSafe Certified Food Protection Manager, trained in safe food handling and kitchen sanitation.
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You can submit Service Package and Menu Selection Form here. Once submitted, I’ll reach out to you to set a date and time that works for you.
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Yes, I do. I arrive with my own chef tools, knives, cutting boards, and the pots, pans, and basic cookware needed for your menu. You don’t need to worry about having the “right” equipment — I bring what I need to cook efficiently and consistently.
I use your stove, oven, and microwave (if needed) during the session.
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Unfortunately, I can’t. Indiana food‑safety guidelines don’t allow personal chefs to cook meals in their own home and deliver them. All meals for clients must be prepared either in the client’s home or in a licensed commercial kitchen. Because of that, I cook fresh meals in your kitchen during our scheduled session. It keeps everything safe, compliant, and tailored to your family’s needs.
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Yes, absolutely. Before your session, I ask about preferences, dislikes, sensitivities, and “no‑thank‑you” foods so I can tailor meals to your needs. I’m happy to adjust seasonings, textures, sides, or ingredients to make sure everyone has something they enjoy.