FAQ
Q: What type of catering and private chef services do you provide?
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A: We offer a full range of catering and private chef services. From corporate events to intimate gatherings in the comfort of your own home, Your Private Chef Michael can provide an exceptional dining experience for all occasions. We specialize in custom menus tailored to fit your individual needs and budgets. Our services also include special meal preparation, cooking classes and nutrition counseling.
Q: What are the types of events you cater?
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A: We cater for large events like weddings, graduations, corporate catering for events, corporate team building events, holidays and more. Contact us today to discuss your catering needs and get a custom quote!
Q: What types of cuisine do you offer?
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A: We specialize in a variety of fresh seasonal ingredients and flavors from all over the world. Our menus feature classic American favorites, French classics, Italian dishes, Mexican-style cooking, fusion creations and more. We also offer vegan, vegetarian and gluten-free options to accommodate dietary restrictions.
Q: Do you provide special event catering?
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A: Yes, we can provide the perfect menu for any occasion such as an office party, wedding reception or dinner celebration. We will work with you to create a customized menu that is tailored to your exact specifications.
Q: What is included in your private chef services?
A: Our private chef services include creating a custom menu tailored to your taste buds, shopping for the freshest ingredients, preparation of meals in your home kitchen, cooking meal(s), and cleaning up after the meal is completed. We will also work to meet any of your work special dietary needs.
Q: What areas do you service?
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A: Our staff and chefs are available to travel the US and are primarily available for the Florene, Muscle Shoals, Tuscumbia. Sheffield, Killen, Town Creek, Russellville areas! Please contact us for more information and to discuss your requirements.
Q: What is the cost for private chef services?
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A: Every event is unique, so it’s difficult to give an exact quote without knowing the details of your event. We provide custom packages that can be tailored to fit any budget, so please contact us and let us know how many guests, the event/venue address and if you would like a formal seated dinner, a cocktail party with assorted hors d’oeuvres, a casual buffet, a company dinner or corporate luncheon and we can give you a custom quote.
Q: Do you offer cooking classes?
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A: Yes! Our experienced chefs provide interactive cooking classes for groups of all sizes. Whether it’s an intimate gathering in your home kitchen or a larger group setting, our classes are designed to be fun and educational. We offer an array of cooking classes that focus on different cuisines, techniques, dietary restrictions and more. And such a great idea for a group of college students to learn some simple cooking techniques! Please contact us for more information and to schedule your class today!
Q. Do you offer kids cooking classes?
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A. Yes! We offer fun, educational cooking classes for kids of all ages. Our classes are designed to introduce children to the basics of cooking and nutrition in a safe and enjoyable environment. Contact us for more information about our kid’s cooking classes.
Q. How can I book a service with Shoals Chef's Table?
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A. Booking a service is easy! You can call us directly at (256) 956-6093 or (256) 702-6031, email us at ShoalsChefsTable@gmail.com, or fill out the contact form on our website to discuss your requirements and get started. Send us your guest count, zip code and the type of your event you would like to plan and we’ll send you a free custom quote. We look forward to working with you soon!
Q. What forms of payment do you accept?
Thank you for considering our services. We understand the importance of convenience when it to payment options. We currently accept Venmo, company check, and cash. We are also exploring the possibility of accepting debit and credit cards in the near future
Q. Is a deposit required to book?
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To secure your event booking, we require a 25% non-refundable retainer/deposit. This amount will be applied as a credit to your final invoice and guarantees the time and staff needed for your specific event date. Please note that the deposit/retainer is not transferable and cannot be used for other goods or services in case cancellation or postponement. If you cancel within 14 days of the event, you are responsible for the invoice balance and no refunds will be made. Let us know if you need any further assistance. Thank you for your understanding.
Q. What are your credentials?
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You can feel confident knowing we are licensed, insured, health department permitted, & serv-safe certified.
Q. How soon should I book a caterer?
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It is never too soon to start planning! We book up to two years in advance. Peak season times get gone quickly. However, if you have an event quickly approaching, it never hurts to check your date!
Q. Do you travel?
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Absolutely! Travel up to 50 miles round trip is included and we can go up to 120 miles round trip for a small mileage charge.