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My name is Claudia, I’m from Italy and cooking has always been my passion. For over 15 years, I’ve been preparing meals for my family and friends, bringing authentic Italian flavors to the table. I specialize in traditional Italian recipes and Mediterranean cuisine, but I also enjoy creating dishes for different dietary needs, such as vegetarian or vegan. My style is homely and rustic, just like the meals at grandma’s house. If you’re looking for genuine Italian food made with love, I’d be happy to cook for you! I'm Claudia. I'm from Italy and I've been cooking for my family and friends for about 15 years. I can prepare many Italian dishes, following the Mediterranean diet, and I can adapt to any kind of diet or preference (vegetarian, vegan, etc.). My cooking style is rustic, like your grandma's kitchen. If you'd like to try authentic Italian dishes, feel free to contact me!

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

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: • English - 95 (ENG4U1) • Advanced Functions - 99 (MHF4U1) • Chemistry - 99 (SCH4U1) • Change in Society - 98 (HSB4U1) • Calculus and Vectors - 99 (MCV4U1) • Data Management - 99 (MDM4U1) • History - 96 (CHY4U1) This year, I have also been accepted to the University of Toronto with a 225, 000$ scholarship, and I plan to major in Finance with a minor in Linguistics. TUTORING + SPECIFIC NEEDS 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. BABYSITTING + NANNY + CLEANER Additionally, I'm working as a babysitter 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. This job helps me stay responsible, mindful of family needs, and dedicated. I am very kind, calm young lady 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. I also have experiences from Ukraine where I did babysitting and tutoring in Math, English & German Languages, + Science tutoring. I think that my recent Canadian experiences mentioned above can prove my working ethic and dedication. I can provide reference letters from teachers, the families 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.

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

I am from Ukraine, and I have been working as a caregiver for elderly people and a housekeeper for a very long time, and I would be happy to help. I am married and have a husband and three children. I am an experienced mother who can also help with babies. My older son is 29 years old, and I have a daughter and a son who are 18 and 16 years old. When my son turned 28, he became a Canadian citizen, prompting our move to Canada. I can provide his contacts if needed. I am a hardworking, calm, and caring woman who performs duties well and listens to the wishes of the family. I worked at the Lviv Regional Kindergarten, where I worked with kids 4-5 years old. After the kindergarten closed, I found work in Germany as a caregiver for elderly people. I worked in private German households and underwent training in traditional folk medicine and medicinal herbs to assist elderly patients. I worked with a 91-year-old man who had Dementia. I was shopping for nutritious and healthy products, changing bed sheets, managing medication, and preparing herbal teas. After this man, I continued caring for a 3-year-old girl in the same family. I was playing with her, going for a walk, and feeding her. When the girl started attending school, I worked with another German family as a caregiver for an 80-year-old man after a stroke, doing the same duties I did for a 91-year-old man with Dementia. In Canada, I also helped a family in Scarborough care for their two children while managing light housework and preparing healthy, tasty meals. They had a 4-year-old girl who attended kindergarten and a 1-year-old boy whom I cared for during the day while the girl was away. I was helping mainly with feeding the children and preparing simple, healthy meals; taking them on walks; putting the little boy down for naps at home, singing him lullabies, changing diapers, and helping the older sister get ready after school activities. We all appreciated each other a lot. I stopped helping them in August 2025 when the boy turned two and started attending the same kindergarten as his sister, and the family no longer needed a full-day nanny. I am open to following your family's preferences and instructions for activities. All references can be provided.

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Private/personal cook, Cook for camp, Family cook, Cook for Childcare/School, Dietary cook

Food Handler’s Certification

I am a dedicated and vibrant culinary professional with over 10 years of experience in the diverse and fast-paced of the food, beverage, and service industries. I hold dual citizenship between Australia and Canada, and currently live in downtown Toronto. I have had the privilege of travelling the world, and have learned to appreciate and make, a variety of different cuisines, from all across the globe. I am fluent in both English and Japanese; I am a non-smoker, and pride myself on maintaining sanitary and hygienic standards. I am great with both kids and pets! I possess a commendable skill set, spanning a myriad of areas, including, but not limited to - both classic and modern cooking techniques, possessing a knowledge of differing cuisines from various countries, sushi preparation, mastering the barbecue/grill, professional plating, table decor, event catering, meal-prep, healthy cooking, and menu planning and management, healthy cooking. Additionally, I am able to seamlessly adapt recipes to suit any/all dietary needs, sensitivities, requirements, or preferences (i.e. vegan, vegetarian, pescetarian, gluten-free, keto, kosher, etc.). I'm adept at managing teams, being a supportive part of a team, as well as working on my own. My culinary expertise not limited to any one particular cuisine, and I have an extensive repertoire - which I am ready, willing, and able to make work for your family's wants/needs and fit with any of your dietary requirements. Friendly, reliable, organized, hard-working, and highly flexible, I am available every day of the week for morning, midday, and evening shifts (on a live-out basis); I am seeking a Full-Time or Part-Time position as a Private/Personal Cook, Family Cook, Personal Chef, or Dietary Cook. I am meticulously disciplined in ensuring the kitchen stays clean, crafting menus tailored to employer's preferences, overseeing kitchen staff, washing dishes, and organizing/assisting with events. Safety and cleanliness are top priorities for me; thus, I am proud to hold an RSA (Responsible Service of Alcohol) Certificate, CPR Training, along with a clean police check. I'd love the opportunity to help out you and your family - I think we'd be a great fit! I am a half Australian, half Canadian (possessing dual citizenship), currently living in downtown Toronto. I completed my Bachelor’s Degree in Melbourne, including two semesters abroad in New York City. I then taught at a University in Florence, after which, I lived and worked in London, England for a year. Prior to attending University, I also completed one year of foreign exchange study in Tokyo, Japan, where I learnt fluent Japanese. I have been Teaching/Tutoring, and working for an IT Consulting Firm, for the past few years now - however, I am eager to return back to the customer service industry, as I have always excelled in my work there, and have always held a passion for it. I am extremely organized, efficient at multitasking, reliable, with a positive and determined attitude; I am a vital asset to any business that I work for. I have pride in my work, am goal driven, have a can-do attitude, am hardworking, and pay great attention to detail. I am always a top performer, highly customer service oriented, and am always eager to meet your expectations. I possess a RSA (Responsible Service of Alcohol) Certificate, and have had extensive experience in all aspects of the food and beverage and hospitality industries - including bartending, mixology, barista skills, waitressing, hostessing, serving, table decor, decorating, dishwashing, cleaning, housework, general household chores, cleaning, etc. Additionally, I've had extensive experience cooking, baking, 'meal prep', event catering, and with kitchen assistance/general prep work. I am comfortable working in any position - both back and/or front of house, as a private/personal chef and/or working for families/providing service for events. My career objective is to find a role within a dynamic and goal-oriented position, where I can exude my skill sets and tenacity, while given the opportunity to learn and grow - I love to help, and provide; I am adaptable and flexible!

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Private/personal cook, Family cook, Dietary cook

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 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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Private/personal cook

Background: - Events Specialist, Operations Coordinator, Restaurant Manager, Sous Chef, Catering Chef, Private Chef, Bartender, Gardener/Landscaper I am a very hospitable individual who thoroughly enjoys creating positive and impactful experiences for others! I come from a very large family so I am great with kids and understand what it takes to cater to many individuals with different needs. I am the Chef in the family and I really enjoy giving back the love that my family has given to me over the years through my cooking and personal touches. I can cook almost all forms of cuisine, but I particularly enjoy dishes with lots of flavour, nutrition, and freshness. My cooking is rooted in classical French training that I can apply across any cuisine, with my own personal flairs added in. In my spare time I really enjoy being in nature, gardening, laughing with friends, enjoying new restaurant and dining experiences and going to Blue Jays games with my dad. My partner and I are actively looking for a new home to live together for the first time and I feel like being a private chef would greatly help in this journey. I am very detail oriented, observant, kind, empathetic, and a proficient problem solver, which are skills that translate directly to being an excellent private chef. I have cooked/bartended/served at many private functions from 10 guests to 200. I worked as a sous chef for a fine dining French restaurant for 4+ years. I have worked as a bartender and restaurant manager for 3+ years. I have worked as an events specialist for 2+ years.

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

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

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

Culinary Arts Diploma, Diploma in Baking and Pastry Arts

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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Private/personal cook, Family cook, Dietary cook

Culinary Arts Diploma, Food Handler’s Certification

My name is Gianella, I am 21 years old and I love being in the kitchen. My family is from a Hispanic background. My parents are from Argentina, and I have family from Mexico as well, so my cooking is very versatile. I enjoy cooking for others and receiving possible criticism to perfect my recipes. I also enjoy baking and am always trying to learn new recipes. I can make lunch, dinner, or meal preps if needed. I have a flexible schedule and would love the chance for you to try my cooking out! I would happily adapt to your wants and needs :) I have been cooking since I was 15, and I enjoy being in the kitchen. I like learning new recipes and baking. I am not a professional chef, nor do I have a degree, but I have cooked meals for events such as family gatherings and birthdays. I can adapt well to new recipes and appreciate positive criticism to further expand and learn. With a Latin background, I enjoy making a variety of meals. I can also do meal prep and would be happy to have the chance for you to try my cooking!

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Private/personal cook, Pastry chef , Family cook, Cook for Childcare/School

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