Private Chef Service in Portland, Oregon

A Private Chef in Portland Who Gets Both Sides

There are plenty of chefs who can cook beautiful food. There are nutritionists who understand what your body needs. Finding someone who does both at a high level is rare.

I hold a B.S. in Clinical Nutrition from UC Davis and a professional culinary certification from Le Cordon Bleu Paris. I spent years cooking for professional athletes, celebrities, and executive families before building The Modern Home Chef here in Portland. That combination is the whole point of this service.

You get food that tastes extraordinary and works for your actual life: your dietary needs, your schedule, your health goals, your family's preferences.

What a Private Chef in Portland Actually Does

We start with a consultation.

Before I cook a single meal, I want to understand your household. What are your health goals? Any dietary restrictions or food allergies? Which cuisines do you love? What does a typical week look like? This conversation shapes everything that comes after.

I build your custom meal plan.

Based on our consultation, I put together a weekly menu tailored to you. Every dish is designed around your nutritional needs and your preferences. Nothing is generic. Nothing is off a template.

I shop for your ingredients.

I source fresh, seasonal ingredients myself. That means produce from Portland's local markets, quality proteins, and pantry staples that align with your dietary goals. You do not have to think about groceries.

I cook in your home.

On your scheduled day, I arrive at your kitchen, prep and cook your weekly meals, package everything clearly, and clean up before I leave. You come home to a stocked fridge and no mess.

You eat well all week.

Breakfast, lunch, dinner, snacks. Whatever we planned, it is ready. No meal kits, no takeout temptation, no deciding what is for dinner on a Tuesday night.

Who Hires a Private Chef in Portland?

The clients I work with in the Portland area tend to have a few things in common. They value their health but do not have the time or energy to cook at the level they want. They have tried meal delivery services and found them generic or disappointing. They understand that what they eat directly affects how they feel, how they perform, and how they show up for the people they care about.

Some are busy executives who travel frequently and want consistency at home. Some are families navigating complex dietary needs. Some are athletes who need precision nutrition to support training. Some are couples who simply want to eat better without making it a second job.

Dietary Specializations

My clinical nutrition background means I do not just avoid gluten because a client asked. I understand why they are avoiding it, what cross-contamination risks look like, and how to build meals that are nutritionally complete without it.

I work with: gluten-free and celiac-safe cooking, keto and low-carb meal planning, low-FODMAP and SIBO-friendly protocols, anti-inflammatory diets, low histamine diets, vegan and plant-based meal prep, paleo and whole food approaches, allergy-specific meal plans, high-performance nutrition for athletes, and postpartum and recovery nutrition.

Portland Private Chef Service Areas

The Modern Home Chef serves clients throughout the Portland metro area, including Portland OR, Lake Oswego OR, West Linn OR, Vancouver WA, and Camas WA.

How to Get Started

The first step is a free consultation. There is no obligation and no sales pitch. I want to understand what you are looking for, and you can decide if this feels like the right fit. Most clients get started within a week of their first call.

Frequently Asked Questions

How much does a private chef cost in Portland?

Most Portland-area clients invest between $400 and $1,200 per week depending on household size, number of meals, and dietary complexity. That covers groceries, cooking, and cleanup. Book a free consultation for a custom quote.

Do you require a long-term commitment?

No contracts. Most clients stay because the service changes how they eat and feel, not because they are locked in.

Are you insured?

Yes. I am a member of the United States Personal Chef Association (USPCA) and carry full liability coverage. ServSafe certified.