Chef Tim

Serves Palm Beach Gardens, FL

35244

Hired 107 times

10 employees

44 years in business

$100/person

4.9

This pro accepts payments via Cash, Check, Credit card, and PayPal.

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Hours

Sun 9:00 am - 11:59 pm
Mon 9:00 am - 11:59 pm
Tues 9:00 am - 11:59 pm
Wed 9:00 am - 11:59 pm
Thurs 9:00 am - 11:59 pm
Fri 9:00 am - 11:59 pm
Sat 9:00 am - 11:59 pm

Credentials

Background Check

Thomas Raymond 
Completed on 4/25/2019 

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Introduction

Chef Tim Raymond began his professional journey over forty-five years ago when he started his first job at The North Port seafood restaurant on Cape Cod. With this position Chef Tim was able to absorb the innerworkings of the food service industry and developed an unfaltering work ethic. As a result of this early experience and the lessons it afforded him, Chef Tim’s genuine love for the culinary arts was born. Every moment since, with passionate determination Chef Tim has worked tirelessly to become the premiere master chef he is today. After graduating from Johnson and Wales Culinary School in 1977 Chef Tim began compiling an impressive resume of culinary service. Just out of school he accepted a job with Mr. Robert C. Morse a well-established artist, pianist, author, and chef. During his time with Mr. Morse, Chef Tim refined not only his cooking skills but also his ability to manage a kitchen. When an opportunity came about to expand his talents to a unique culinary stage Chef Tim eagerly accepted the challenge. For several years he worked as a chef on the yacht Pearl Necklace serving not just his employers but also their expansive staff and yacht crew. Following his time on the yacht, Chef Tim accepted a position with Mr. and Mrs. Willim, a distinguished family on the island of Palm Beach in Florida. For thirteen year Chef Tim served the Willims as a devoted chef and loyal employee until their final days. With these three positions Chef Tim was able to seamlessly manage multiple high power kitchens and their associated staff, while simultaneously creating consistently delicious meals. For the past twenty years Chef Tim has continued to maintain his reputation for culinary excellence while working in many of the finer homes on Palm Beach and building a well-known freelance catering business. While maintaining his busy professional life Chef Tim is also a dedicated husband and father. When he is not hard at work he enjoys spending time with his family’s Cavalier King Charles puppy, reading, and playing the bass guitar in his local rock and roll band. Over the course of his impressive career Chef Tim’s passion for his profession has remained steadfast as he continues to warm the hearts and stomachs of those he serves.

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Q&A

What should the customer know about your pricing (e.g., discounts, fees)?

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My fee breaks down to $100 per person, varying on the size and scope of the event. I also can accomodate any other needs, such as rental plates, linens, drinks or valet services.

What is your typical process for working with a new customer?

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Depending on the size of the party, I grocery shop 1 to 2 days prior to the event, prepare as much as possible before arriving at the venue 2 to 3 hours prior to guests arrival. This way I get the messy and overly frangrent items out of the way so that I make as small an impact on the kitchen as possible.

What education and/or training do you have that relates to your work?

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I worked in a reataurant in my teens and went on to Johnson & Wales Culinary School. My first job was with Robert C Morse, who was an acomplished chef himself and really taught me thwe finer points of cooking. Since that time, I have honed my skills by working for various groups of people, families, celebrities and businesses.

How did you get started doing this type of work?

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I have always loved cooking since I was a boy. And when I took a job as a dishwasher at 13 years old, I knew I was where I was meant to be.

What types of customers have you worked with?

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Families, celebrities, businesses

Describe a recent project you are fond of. How long did it take?

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We recently did a birthday bash for a Sheriff Officer's 40th birthday party. The initial request was for 50 guests, but it soon grew to 120 and we did not miss a beat. My whole team was bright and on-the-ball and it came off spectacually!

What advice would you give a customer looking to hire a provider in your area of work?

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I would suggest to a potential client that they know the budget they have in mind and to mention any dietary restrictions.

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