The Chef Summer

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About

DBPR FLORIDA CATERING LICENSE#CAT5811767 My desire and motivation is what I would say is what makes me stand out in my business. Being able to exceed every customers expectations is what I strive for. I will do whatever it takes to make sure that your event is tailored to you and your guest.

Overview

Current Top Pro

Hired 145 times

1 similar job done near you

Background checked

15 employees

5 years in business

Business hours

Sun5:00 am - 11:59 pmMon5:00 am - 11:59 pm

Payment methods

This pro accepts payments via Apple Pay, Cash, Check, Credit card, Google Pay, PayPal, Samsung Pay, Stripe, Venmo, and Zelle.

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Top Pro status

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2024

Services offered

Event type

Additional food/drink

Dessert

Cold beverages (non-alcoholic)

Cold beverages (alcoholic)

Hot beverages (coffee, tea, etc.)

Cuisine types

American - casual

American - formal

Italian

Southern

Projects and media

124 photos

Projects and media

124 photos

Reviews

Customers rated this pro highly for work quality, professionalism, and responsiveness.

Excellent 4.9

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Voresa B.

Apr 18, 2025

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Hired on Thumbtack

Details: Special occasion (birthday, anniversary, etc.) • 2 guests • Dinner • Premium (high end ingredients) • American - formal • Meal prepared onsite • Only once • My home, venue, etc.

Personal Chef

Smith B.

4 weeks ago

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Hired on Thumbtack

Details: Birthday or anniversary party • Lunch • Dinner • Cocktail hour or hors d'oeuvres • Dessert • Non-alcoholic drinks • American - casual • American - formal • Italian • French • American - Southern • Buffet • No, drop off only • Home • No kitchen • Fewer than 20 guests • Disposable plates, utensils, and cups • Paper napkins • Plates, utensils and glasses • Serving and warming equipment • Table décor • Premium (high end ingredients)

Wedding and Event Catering

Jonnie K.

2 weeks ago

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Hired on Thumbtack

Chef Summer prepared a wonderful meal and made the presentation beautiful. It was a wonderful way to celebrate our last night on a couples trip. Would definitely use her again

Details: Regular meal • 6 - 10 guests • Dinner • I'm flexible • Southern • American - formal • American - casual • Meal prepared onsite • Only once • My home, venue, etc.

Personal Chef

Mark S.

May 22, 2025

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Hired on Thumbtack

Chef Summer and her team were amazing and really made the event with their great food and outstanding service. They made our guests and my wife and I feel well taken care of and the food was phenomenal. I will definitely be having her at our next family gathering.

Details: Wedding • Cocktail hour or hors d'oeuvres • Dinner • Italian • Buffet • Yes, full service • Home • Yes, full kitchen • 40 - 49 guests • Plates, utensils and glasses • Serving and warming equipment • Standard (basic ingredients)

The Chef Summer's reply

Thank you Mark

Wedding and Event Catering

William P.

May 20, 2025

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Hired on Thumbtack

Chef Summer went beyond my expectations. My guests commented numerous times about the excellent food, attention to detail, and the responsiveness of her and her assistant. If you get the chance to use Summer's services you won't regret it.

Details: Wedding • Dinner • Dessert • Italian • Buffet • No, drop off only • Outdoor venue • Yes, full kitchen • 40 - 49 guests • Plates, utensils and glasses • Standard (basic ingredients)

The Chef Summer's reply

Thank you William .

Wedding and Event Catering

Credentials

Background Check

Summer Maynard

FAQs

What should the customer know about your pricing (e.g., discounts, fees)?
My pricing is extremely competitive . I only use fresh ingredients not frozen and stay up to date with Market pricing.
What is your typical process for working with a new customer?
Finding out what the customers special occasion is ? The budget for the event ? The number of guest? The location of the event?
What education and/or training do you have that relates to your work?
I've been a chef since 2003 and Have Manager food handlers certification