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Elevate Your Dining
Experience
San Diego's premier personal chef service for discerning palates
In-Home Personal Chef Services in
San Diego
At Proven Plates, we create, nourishing, meals with intention, to fit your lifestyle, from anti-inflammatory dishes to gluten-free, dairy-free, and indulgent comfort foods. Whether it’s weekly meals, an intimate dinner, or a special event, we bring the experience to your home with care and creativity. Let us handle the cooking, planning, and cleaning so you can focus on what you love.
We’re passionate about being in the kitchen, so you don’t have to be.
Ready to Nourish Your Week?
What to Expect from Your Free Consultation
Your Proven Plates experience starts with a free consultation, where we’ll discuss:
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Understand Your Needs: Your dietary goals, taste preferences, and any allergies, restrictions and dislikes.
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Offer Customized Recommendations: Suggest meal plans tailored to your goals, from holistic-forward to comfort foods.
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Explain Our Services: Walk you through our meal prep process and in-home chef services.
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Provide a Personal Touch: Answer any questions and ensure our services align with your vision.
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No Pressure: This is a relaxed, informative conversation with no obligation.
Our Services
Dinner
Parties
Hosting a small gathering? We’ll bring the restaurant experience to your home with custom menus and in-home cooking, so you can focus on your guests.
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Menus for 2 to 10 guests
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Fresh, on-site preparation
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Optional wine pairings or small bites
Contact us via email for a personalized quote.
Meal Prep Catering for Events
Meal Prep Catering for Events
Hosting a party but don’t need a chef on-site during the event? We’ll cook everything in your home ahead of time, so it's ready to reheat and serve when your guests arrive.
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All food prepared in-home before your event
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Reheating instructions included
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Ideal for gatherings of any size
Contact us via email for a personalized quote.
Not sure which service is right for you? Contact us to schedule a free consultation.
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Personal Chef FAQs
What services does a personal chef provide?
Our service offers personalized culinary services, including:
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Customized meal planning tailored to your dietary preferences and restrictions.
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Grocery shopping for fresh, high-quality ingredients.
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In-home meal preparation, ensuring freshness and convenience.
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Serving and presentation of meals, if desired.
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Kitchen cleanup after meal preparation.
What is the cost of hiring a personal chef?
The cost varies based on factors such as:
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Number of meals or events
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Complexity of the menu
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Service type
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Number of guests
Weekly Meal Prep Pricing:
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Rate: $100/hour (minimum 4.5 hours)
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Session Length: Typically 4.5 to 6 hours, based on the number and complexity of meals.
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Groceries: Billed separately after service (receipts provided).
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How it works:
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Book your session in advance.
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Additional time is billed in 15-minute increments.
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The chef prepares 4–6 meals on average per session.
Can a personal chef accommodate dietary restrictions and preferences?
Yes, personal chefs specialize in creating menus that cater to various dietary needs, including:
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Allergies (e.g., nuts, gluten, dairy)
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Dietary lifestyles (e.g., vegan, keto, paleo)
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Cultural or religious dietary laws
Will the chef clean up after meal preparation?
Yes! Our chefs,
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Clean the kitchen area used
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Wash utensils and cookware
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Leaves your kitchen as clean as it was upon arrival
How does billing work?
Payment is processed at the time of scheduling. Once your service date is confirmed and payment is received, meal planning begins.
For your convenience, you’re welcome to prepay for multiple weeks of service in advance.
Before each session, you’ll receive a full menu by email. We’re happy to make adjustments, substitutions, or changes to suit your preferences.
Please note: Meal planning does not begin until payment has been received.
Groceries are billed separately after each session, based on the original receipts from ingredient purchases.
Do I need to provide kitchen equipment or utensils?
Our chefs are adaptable and can work with your existing kitchen setup. However, if specialized equipment is required for certain dishes, the chef may bring their own tools or discuss alternatives with you.
Do I Need to Be Home While the Chef is Cooking?
Not at all, unless you'd like to be!
Many of our clients choose to go about their day while we handle everything in the kitchen. As long as we have access to your home (via a key, keypad, or someone to let us in), we're happy to prep, cook, and clean while you're out.
How are meals packaged?
Meals are packaged in your kitchen using containers you provide. We recommend glass containers like Pyrex, since they’re versatile and safe for the freezer, fridge, oven, and microwave. Each meal is labeled with the name and best by date. Reheating instructions are provided at the end of the service via email.
How long does a session take?
Each session typically takes 3 to 6 hours, depending on the number of meals and complexity of the menu.
What areas do you serve?
We currently serve San Diego California and surrounding areas. Not sure if you're in range? Reach out and we’ll let you know!
Do you cook in my home?
Yes. All meals are prepared fresh in your kitchen on the day of service for maximum quality and safety.
Get in Touch
Serving beautiful San Diego and North County
Call or Text: (858) 480-6411
Email: info@provenplates.com
