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Weekly Private Chef Services

Customized weekly meal prep service for busy families and professionals who desire to eat well while having time for what is most important.

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  • Chef Todd Griffith is a talented chef, anxious to accommodate and please his clients. He listens, suggests and questions to ensure he is capturing what his clients want for their meals or event. He is attentive to detail, and dies a great job of leaving the kitchen the same way he found it. I highly reccommend him for your next gathering.”

    Ina Manaster

  • “I wish I could give 10 stars out of 5! I wanted to do something fun and unique for my bachelorette party, and dinner was the highlight of everyone’s trip! Chef Todd curated a fantastic menu that celebrated the tastes of the southwest with perfect wine pairings. Todd arrived at our Airbnb exactly when expected and brought all of the necessary materials and ingredients, which was such a relief to not have to worry about what the Airbnb did or didn’t have stocked. Todd was so kind and hospitable, the service and timing of everything was paced just right. My girls and I felt so at ease to share hilarious stories that had us rolling with laughter, and I’m sure Todd got a kick out of it! To have a 5-star dining experience at “home”, in a relaxed atmosphere, was an absolutely amazing experience that I couldn’t recommend more to anyone!"

    Shelby Stromerson

  • ”I wanted something to surprise my husband on his birthday, so I arranged a dinner party for 13 close friends. What an evening! Chef Todd was prompt, accomodating, polite, efficient and attentive. I’ve eaten at restaurants around the world and never enjoyed better cuisine! And he cleans up before he leaves. The food was divine, the service impeccable and everyone loved the experience. Book him! You’ll be glad you did!”

    Sandy Vincent

  • “...Our evening began with a tour of the elegant home, followed by a 6-course dinner prepared by Chef Todd Griffith. The menu featured exquisite dishes such as “The Greeting”, a pickled oyster with cucumber mignonette, caviar and dill. “The Amuse Bouche”, a seared scallop with black olive caramel, peperonata and fennel. “The Soup”, sopa de ajo, with cream, herb oil and crispy garlic. “The Salad”, tomato crudo with beet and chile puree, pepitas, queso fresco, hibiscus vinegar and mint. “The Entree”, spice rubbed tri tip with butter braised potato, chermoula sauce, baby broccoli and bordelaise. “The Dessert”, honey pot-de-creme with mint infused cream, raspberry and a lace cookie. Chef Todd Griffith’s culinary skills and attention to detail made for an unforgettable evening.”

    Edward Dramtrotter

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Spend more time doing what you love while I do the Menu Planning, Shopping, Cooking, and Clean-up.

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Are you one of many who have become too busy to balance your workload, after-school activities, and social calendar with what to make for dinner every single day, all while attempting to stay on track with health goals?

I've got you covered with customized, healthy, in-home weekly meal prep services.

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How It Works

  • • During your free zero-commitment consultation, we discuss your desired amount of meals per week, ideal schedule, allergies and dietary restrictions.

  • • Two days before service, we will send a your menu for approval.

    • Bespoke menus contain everything you love and nothing you don’t.

    • Request any additional grocery items if needed.

  • • Conveniently pay your weekly invoice online.

    • You will be emailed your menu with serving instructions and an ingredients list.

    • We are proud to be a paperless business!

  • • Arrive home to your clean kitchen & stocked fridge!

    • Meals are ready to eat or reheat.

    • Send all feedback so I can further tailor your meals to your palate.

  • • Just imagine, a stocked fridge and pantry, filled with the foods you love. No more, shopping, cooking or cleaning the kitchen!

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Looking for a Chef for dinner parties, catering, retreats, special events, or recipe testing?

Contact Us to get connected with an experienced Chef in your area.

JUST IMAGINE: NO MORE STANDING IN THE GROCERY LINE OR DIRTYING THE KITCHEN!

Home-delivery meal systems still require you to tie on an apron and be in the kitchen for an hour after your long day or meal-prep for the week on a Sunday when you would rather be with relaxing or enjoying time with loved ones. With my weekly Private Chef Services, you will arrive home to a refrigerator and pantry fully stocked with healthy prepared dishes suited for the whole family, even the picky kids. Just follow the simple reheating instructions on your custom menu, relax, and enjoy!

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Services and Rates:

In-Home Weekly Meal Prep Chef:

$90 per hour plus the cost of food.
Most Client requests average 6 hours weekly. Groceries average $200 weekly.

Recipe Development/ Recipe Testing :

$75 per hour plus cost of food and equipment.

Rates do not include the cost of food and equipment, applicable local tax and fees such as service charges, assistants, event type, and travel. Please inquire for a custom quote.

Custom Meal Plans That Grow With You!

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All Clients Receive:

  • Healthy breakfasts, lunches, dinners, snacks, and/or dessert for up to 7 days.

  • Ready to heat-and-eat.

  • Easy-to-follow heating and serving instructions.

  • Individually portioned grab-and-go, if you desire.

  • Complimentary grocery shopping, stocking of your favorite on-hand items.

  • Eco-safe, zero-waste packaging.

  • Meals you love, and none of what you don’t.

  • Healthy, kid-approved meals and snacks.

  • Fresh, organic ingredients from local farmer’s markets and purveyors.

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PLUS . . .

  • Free weekly menu planning services and email correspondence.

  • Menu-approval before service day.

  • Emailed menu and ingredients list, with simple reheating/serving instructions.

  • Unlimited dish requests and diet modifications.

  • Priority in my schedule for Dinner Parties and Cooking Classes.

  • Holiday and special occasion meal-prep, when available.

  • A clean kitchen after each service.

  • Convenient online/paperless billing.

  • A schedule that’s easier to manage.

  • Efficient, insured, timely, and trustworthy service.

  • More free time and less stress!

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“Chef Todd Griffith is a talented chef, anxious to accommodate and please his clients. He listens, suggests and questions to ensure he is capturing what his clients want for their meals or event. He is attentive to detail, and does a great job of leaving the kitchen the same way he found it. I highly recommend him for your next gathering.”

-Ina Manaster

Background

Prior to owning and operating Nopal Private Chef Services, I spent 30 years cooking professionally in all types of restaurants from fine dining to fast casual. Through this experience, my travels, and my own continued gastronomical research, I am confident in creating nearly any cuisine for your weekly meal prep, dinner party, cooking class or retreat. With my background in kitchen management, catering, teaching/mentorship and culinary logistics, you can rest easy knowing that every detail of your desired service is executed at the highest level. To read even more about me and my culinary journey, visit the About page.

Locate A Chef

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Looking for a Private Chef in your area who will meet your unique needs while passing our high standards for quality, timeliness, service, and knowledge? Contact us and upon taking just a few details from you like location, service type, and frequency, we will quickly find and interview several experienced Chefs that match your needs. Get contacts for qualified Chefs in as little as 24 hours.

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Voted one of the Top 30 Private Chefs in Phoenix!

USA Today Travel 2013

“Best Burger in Arizona.”

How Do I Start?

Beginning with a free consultation, we will discuss your general needs for ongoing services or a special event. We then create a menu that works with your specific nutritional needs, budget, and schedule. Pricing varies per customized plan and event.