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I wrote a book called: The Private Chef Guide
It covers everything I have learned in over 20 years of private chef work. Pricing. Clients. Contracts. Business setup. How to get found online. All the things nobody teaches you in a kitchen. I recorded the audiobook and I want you to be the first to hear it. This is a free 10-minute sample. Press play and see if it sounds like your story. Click here to Listen to the free sample **The full audiobook is coming soon**
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Just this sample was so clear and helpful- can't wait for the whole book. Thanks Chris!
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@Chris Demaillet Awesome, that is exactly what I need. I have the confidence, skills and experience as a Private chef but not the documentation and portfolio to match. Just the knowledge from this group and your other writings alone have been great insights on what I need to develop. I am working hard on my portfolio and would love your feedback when it is complete.
Food Photography? Yum vs. Ick
Hi Chris and PCs I've been a private chef working for individual families for over 8 years. I also have over 20 years as a professional food stylist and recipe developer. I'm so happy you have started this forum for PCs like us. I'm troubled, however, by the food photos that private chefs (both new and experienced) post here and on their websites. Too often, I have absolutely no idea what I'm looking at. Also, chefs tend to take photos of their food in a kitchen surrounded by and presented on stainless steel which casts a grey shadow over everything. Chefs also tend to snap a photo only from the diner's perspective which doesn't necessarily show it at its best. If if would be helpful to you all, I'd like to offer to host some kind of informational feedback forum or ongoing workshop to help chefs show their food in the best light. Is this anything members or the moderators would be interested in? Here are a couple pics that I think work pretty well.
Food Photography? Yum vs. Ick
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Lynn, is there a specific camera you recommend for food photography? Thanks.
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@Lynn Miller Thank you. I agree with all your points. So are you saying any camera is needed to shoot? Or is a phone camera sufficient?
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Eric Petrie
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Chef creating Mediterranean cuisine inspired by seasonal ingredients. Always at farmer's markets.

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Joined Feb 15, 2026
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