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I’m a private in-home chef and holistic nutrition student with over two years of experience cooking for friends, families, and private households. What began as a passion project has naturally evolved into a full-time career rooted in my deep belief that food is medicine and that nourishment is essential to everyday well-being. My approach to cooking is centered on health, wellness, and intention. I focus on preparing nourishing, satisfying meals with whole food, organic ingredients whenever possible. Food that supports the body while still feeling comforting, flavorful, and enjoyable for everyone at the table. I have a strong focus on home-cooked meals and thoughtful meal prep designed to make life easier for busy individuals and families. This includes fresh weekly meals, freezer-friendly options, and nourishing snacks that provide consistent support throughout the week without the stress of daily cooking. Clients appreciate my warm, grounded presence, attention to detail, and respect for the homes I work in. I value clear communication, reliability, and creating a calm, supportive experience through food. My goal is to help households feel cared for, well-fed, and confident in the quality of the meals they’re enjoying. I have been passionately cooking for years, but have started making it into a career in the last two years. I am a holistic nutrition student and have a strong focus on nutritious, nourishing meals utilizing organic, whole food ingredients for optimal health as well as eating with the seasons. I specialize in meal prep, whether it is freezer meals or fresh, nourishing meals for the week as well as healthy, whole food snacks. Whether you don't have the time to cook for yourself or want a healthier option and don't know where to start, that's what I'm here for. Diploma in Holistic Nutrition

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Private/personal cook, Chef for events, Family cook, Dietary cook

I am a a chef trained in a Michelin Star environment, with experience managing the best restaurants in the city. I have knowledge of classic French cuisine, and experience with Japanese techniques as well. This includes preparation of raw fish. Outside of my classic training, I like to prioritize health and eating a balanced diet for myself, so if there a nutritional needs it won't be a problem. I am ready to prepare meals for families or even meal prep for the following day. Larger scale events can also be executed if necessary. Thank you for taking the time to read my profile, and I hope to hear from you! With 5 years of experience in cooking, including knowledge of modern cooking technology and sanitary standards, I am a skilled chef ready to create delicious meals in Toronto. My specialties include Canadian, Italian, Middle Eastern, Japanese, and more. Available Monday-Friday for day and evening shifts, I can start immediately and am seeking a full-time or part-time position as a private/personal cook. Experienced in table setting, menu creation, and supervising kitchen staff, I am eager to bring my expertise to your home. Live-Out preferred.

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I’m Bonnie, and I love creating menus and preparing meals for families. Food should be nourishing and delicious - but it should also be affordable and comforting. I value fresh local ingredients where possible, vegetable-forward dishes, and curiosity about other cuisines and ways to eat ingredients. I grew up traveling, as my father was a commercial pilot. This exposed me to a lot of eating styles around the world. My mother also had a wedding cake business, so I learned how to prepare treats. I worked at a women writer’s retreat for a few years where we practiced Radical Hospitality, feeding women as they create. And I now live in the Beaches area of Toronto with my partner and two cats. I’m comfortable working in others’ kitchens, and you can expect me to ask a lot of questions to understand what your family enjoys and how they relate to food. Feedback always welcome. I cook tasty, healthy vegetarian food every day. I especially enjoy simple and affordable versions of things like spicy tahini noodles, tray roasts, Meze platters with hummus and fresh veg, one-pot meals, anything with potatoes, and sneaking in vegetables wherever possible. Big fan of spices, nutrition-aware (aim to balance protein, veg, healthy fats), and happy to adjust to preferred cuisines and flavor strength. Kid-friendly, too! Happy to make a separate portion that’s less spiced or with ingredients on the side for kiddos. Oh, and I grew up with a wedding cake baker so I’m happy to bake special treats or morning muffins for you, too.

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Private/personal cook, Family cook

I'm Fatemeh, a culinary expert with 25 years of experience and a specialization in traditional Iranian cuisine. I've run a home catering service and gathered skills in child and elderly care, setting tables, decorating, and guest hospitality. I can prepare vegetarian and vegan meals while maintaining hygiene standards. I'm seeking part-time work in a family home or event setting. I can prepare meals, manage food for events, and supervise kitchen staff. My strengths span beyond cooking - I can take efficient care of the elderly and children, ensuring a smooth household. Currently in North York, my flexible schedule includes Tuesday, Wednesday, Friday, and Sunday mornings, and Tuesday and Wednesday afternoons. I can bring a unique dining experience to your table with my attention to Iranian culinary culture. Looking for a part-time family cook or event chef? Let me offer you top-tier service, rich with experience and passion. With me, every meal becomes a journey and dining a cherished experience. With over 25 years of cooking experience, I am Fatemeh, a skilled chef looking for a part-time position as a Family Cook or Chef for events in North York. I specialize in vegetarian and vegan cuisine, and I have extensive knowledge of sanitary and hygienic standards. I am fluent in English and Farsi, and willing to obtain a police check. My availability includes Sunday mornings, Tuesday and Wednesday mornings and mid-days, and Friday mornings. I am a non-smoker, have children, and can start immediately. My passion lies in cooking children's meals, organizing food for events, preparing everyday meals, and cooking dietary dishes. I have previous catering experience and am able to supervise kitchen staff and helpers. Original text: Available to start immediately, looking for part time positions $Iran, on live in, i have my children, non smoker, my English is not that good. Can do vegetarian and vegan meals.

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Chef for events, Family cook

I am a semi retired former hospitality professional with over 35 years in the industry. My professional life included being an authorized caterer at the ROM and a member of the opening teams for the Windsor Arms Hotel and Allstream Centre. This experience, along with travel developed a passion for food and cooking. Most recently, I worked with daycares as a cook developing their menu plans and following strict dietary guidelines. Also, had a great bed & breakfast in the Annex. I am located at Summerhill & Yonge and I am available to start immediately. I have a flexible schedule and can work in the mornings until 2 pm Monday through Friday, and all day/evening Saturday through Sunday I specialize in preparing Canadian, Italian, Middle Eastern, some Asian cuisine, Thai, Vegetarian, Vegan, High Protein & Keto cuisine. Most importantly, I like to work with a clients preferences and create a menu plan specifically for them. I possess a driver's license, have a vehicle, and can use it for the job if needed. Additionally, I have my food handlers certification, vulnerable sector police check and first aid/cpr +C certification and have experience in taking care of children and pets. I am looking for part-time employment as a private/personal cook and can do some additional housekeeping duties. Over 35 years in the hospitality business with a passion for food. Can assist with grocery shopping, menu planning, cooking and other household duties. Also, can work with dietary restrictions or allergies. Degree in Hospitality and Tourism Management

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Private/personal cook, Chef for events, Family cook, Cook for Childcare/School, Dietary cook

Food Handler’s Certification

I am Mithu, a proficient and seasoned cook with 15 years of diverse culinary experience residing in Scarborough. Born and raised in Nepal, I am multilingual and can communicate fluently in English, Hindi, Nepalese, Punjabi, Urdu, Arabic, and even American sign language. I am a Culinary Arts Diploma holder with certifications as a Master Chef and Chef de Cuisine along with a Food Handler’s Certification. This background furnishes me with a broad understanding of multiple cuisines including Middle Eastern, Thai, Vegetarian, Chinese, Vegan, Italian, and Canadian. Aside from preparing everyday meals, I specialize in cooking children's meals, baking, organizing and preparing food for events, keeping the kitchen clean, and even table setting and serving. I also possess distinct skills like barbecuing, professional plating, and have significant catering experience. I am familiar with modern cooking technology and uphold the highest standards of sanitation and hygiene. I have experience managing other employees and have also worked in the confectionery industry. I am open to various job roles such as family cook, cook for childcare/school, dietary cook, camp cook, events chef, pastry chef, and even private or personal cook. Whether it's a full-time or part-time role, I am eager to contribute my skills and enhance my experience further. At present, I prefer a live-out arrangement but I am willing to relocate as required. My availability spans the entire week, including weekends, and I am flexible with shifts whether during the morning, mid-day, evening, or night. I am ready to start immediately, can travel for work, and even have my own vehicle which can be utilized as per job requirements. I am a non-smoker who can swim well, and being a parent myself, I adore children. I hold a valid police check for further assurance. As a cook, I am passionate about creating delicious and memorable meals. I am looking forward to the opportunity to bring my culinary flair to your kitchen. My name is Mithu and I am currently living in Toronto Scarborough. I am a professional chef with 15 years of experience in preparing Indian food, including Indian Tandoori, curry, Indian salads, Indian snacks, Chinese, Hakka Chinese, as well as various kinds of Chinese, Thai, Arabic, and Mediterranean dishes. I also specialize in Arabic grill, Arabic salad, hot and cold kitchen preparations, sandwiches, burgers, KFC chicken, South Indian food, and more. I am able to cater to small families, large families, restaurants, and parties. Whether it is a small or large volume of food, I can prepare breakfast, lunch, dinner, and international cuisine. Give me the opportunity to showcase my skills in cooking high-quality food and you will be impressed by my professionalism and pastry expertise.

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Private/personal cook, Pastry chef , Chef for events, Cook for camp, Family cook, Cook for Childcare/School, Dietary cook

Culinary Arts Diploma, Certified Master Chef / Certified Chef de Cuisine, Food Handler’s Certification

With 8 years of experience working in Private Households and a European background Hospitality, holding a culinary degree from France and an Ontarian Food Handling certificate-Advanced, I can offer you light daily meals or gourmet dishes, as well as run errands for you. I ensure every detail is handled with precision. I am energetic, meticulous, and possess a strong work ethic. Excellent references on request as well as police check record. My culinary style draws inspiration from family traditions, focusing on simplicity, conviviality, and freshness: slow-cooked dishes, hearty soups, juicy roasts, fish delights, summer salads, yummy fruit tarts, generous crème brûlée, and old-fashioned madeleines and more. Specializing in chef-inspired home cooking with a Mediterranean touch, I offer light weekday meals and gourmet menus for intimate gatherings (8-10 people).

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Private/personal cook, Family cook

Culinary Arts Diploma, Food Handler’s Certification

I was lucky to be introduced to a kitchen as a young teenager in the small town where I grew up, just outside of Toronto. My introduction to the restaurant world was working as a dishwasher for a small family-style Greek restaurant in my hometown. It's safe to say it left an impression. To this day, I still regard the family I worked for as the reason I got into the restaurant and hospitality industry. I moved to the city of Toronto several years later to enroll in the Food and Beverage Diploma program at George Brown college. During this time, I still found myself drawn to the kitchen and worked in a few small bistro-style restaurants in the downtown core. After my two-year program, I was fortunate enough to stage and obtain a position at Splendido restaurant on Harbord St. This was once one of the few fine dining institutions in the city of Toronto. I pay tribute to the chefs and team there who truly gave me the opportunity to blossom and grow my career to what it is today. Since that time, I have worked in several different restaurants, developed countless menus in many different cuisines, and worked with chefs and cooks from around the world. I've been lucky enough to also take the knowledge I've obtained over the years and use it to develop and train young cooks over the past decade, which has been a real honour. Outside of work, I currently reside in downtown Toronto and love the outdoors and getting to my family's cottage located a few hours from the city. Spending time with friends and family has always been important to me, even more so now that I don't yet have a family of my own. Moving forward, I hope to continue growing my knowledge and skillset outside of the typical restaurant environment and start creating a brand of my own, with an emphasis on clean eating and lifestyle habits. That being said, my passion will always remain in the kitchen and with hospitality, creating great experiences. I have never been a personal chef in full time role. This is something I'm branching out too after working in the restaurant and hospitality industry for 18 years. That being said i have been developing custom menus for clients in and out of the restaurant for over 10 years. Taking a step back from the restaurant industry has been something I've contemplated for several years. The past several years I've been getting more focused on nutrition and clean eating, well still using my passion for cooking to create delicious & healthy food options. Cooking will be always at the forefront of my career but i hope too learn new skill sets and build out of my own brand over the next few years. Cooking for family is where it all began for me and id like to pass that along to other families which desire fresh, wholesome food.

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Culinary Arts Diploma, Food Handler’s Certification

I studied culinary arts in Mexico City and began my career working in hotels. Later, while raising my children at home, I embarked on my own business creating gourmet granola, dressings, pastries, and more. Now that my children are grown, I’m looking to return to a more hands-on culinary role. I’m especially drawn to the possibility of working with families to design menus that reflect their taste and dietary preferences. I’m comfortable with weekly lunch and dinner preparation, cooking for family gatherings, managing grocery shopping, and maintaining a clean and organized kitchen space. At Hotel Camino Real, I worked as a cook and hostess, supporting menu planning, meal prep, recipe development, and catering events for groups ranging from 8 to 700 people. I have worked alongside top chefs such as, Gerardo Rivera, Olivier and Alejandro Heredia Resendiz, Completed the Food Handler’s Certification in 2015

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Private/personal cook, Pastry chef , Chef for events, Family cook, Dietary cook

Culinary Arts Diploma, Diploma in Baking and Pastry Arts

My name is Solomiia, and I've been working as a babysitter, and a tutor for the past three years, and if needed, all references can be provided. I can tutor mathematics, languages, and science courses to senior students, and do homework, extra explanations for middle/primary schoolers. For context, I am from Ukraine and in Apr 2024, my family moved to Canada to prevent my fourteen-year-old brother from being drafted. Both of my parents have severe health issues (asthma and vision impairment), and I am in serious need to support them, because they can not work fully. All of us received work permits when we entered the country. In Toronto, since Sept 2024, I've been working as a private math tutor and a babysitter in my local neighborhood. Back in April 2024, I arrived halfway through the semester of Grade 11, and it was a big shift from my previous Ukrainian school. I adapted very quickly and finished the year with an outstanding 97%: • English - 95 (NBE3U1) • Accounting - 98 (BAF3M1) • Functions - 99 (MCR3U1) • Leadership - 98 (PLF4M1) • Chemistry - 96 (SCH3UE) • Biology - 95 (SBI3UE) I know what it means to work hard, and as long as the student is willing to work hard with me, we can achieve amazing results together. Now, I'm finishing Grade 12 with a 98% average: During my Gr 12 school year, my math teacher recommended me to her family friend, and I worked as an on-home tutor for that family, tutoring Gr 11 Math (MCR3U1) to their son. Later, I also found new tutoring opportunities: • worked as an after-school tutor, tutoring Gr 12 Math to a classmate • weekly did tutoring sessions for an IEP student, tutoring Gr 11 Math at Fort York Library • weekly tutored Gr 12 College Level Math to a girl who scored the highest score after our tutoring sessions in all of her math courses during high school! (She got an 87, majorly helping her with university applications • weekly tutoring Gr 11 Math (MCR3U1) for another IEP student at Sanderson Library These experiences helped me find personalized approaches to each student and identify their weak sides in subjects that they are taking. I prepared lessons, stayed extra time to train students better for an upcoming evaluation. I took up tutoring with appreciation, patience, and great responsibility (as if I was teaching my little brother. Additionally, I'm working as a babysitter till the end of May for a family with two children in Downtown Toronto (a 4-year-old girl and a 2-year-old boy). They live 15 minutes away from me, and I come to them every morning at 7:30am before school. I change diapers, feed children, dress them, and get them ready to go to kindergarten. Because I only have two subjects this semester (Jan 2025 - May 2025), I come to the family after school at 2pm. I prepare dinner, clean up the space, meet up the children from the kindergarten, undress them, do any homework with them, and go for a walk, play interactive games. My shift ends at 7pm after the parents finish their work. My job end this May, because grandparents will come to visit their grandchildren and help out the family. This job helps me stay responsible, mindful of family needs, and dedicated. I am very kind, calm, who loves interacting with children and helping out when the family needs me the most (especially in the morning before kindergarten, and after the children come home). Sometimes, I also do laundry for the family, change bedsheets, and iron clothes. For work, I am available anytime after 12 pm during weekdays and all day long on weekends. I am open to the family's preferences and instructions. Please, if you are interested, do not hesitate to reach out to me.

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