JAMES SMITH
Las Vegas
Summary
Dynamic private chef with nearly 20 years of culinary expertise in fine dining, luxury hospitality, and personalized family service. Specializes in clean eating and high-quality proteins, creating wellness-driven meals that cater to the diverse needs of families at every stage of life. Committed to delivering exceptional dining experiences that prioritize health and nutrition while embracing innovative flavors and presentation. Proven ability to adapt menus to accommodate dietary preferences and restrictions, ensuring satisfaction and well-being for all clients.
Overview
16
16
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
FOUNDER
Healthy Harvest Chef
09.2022 - Current
- Provide weekly whole-food meal prep tailored to nutrition goals
- Translate medical and nutritionist guidance into practical, flavorful menus
- Specialize in GF, DF, macro-balanced, and anti-inflammatory diets
- Designed personalized nutrition programs that cater to clients' dietary preferences and restrictions.
- Adapted quickly to last-minute changes in menu requests or guest counts without sacrificing quality or presentation standards.
PRIVATE ESTATE CHEF
Multi-State Family
12.2024 - 10.2025
- Produced 120+ meals weekly across breakfast, lunch, and dinner
- Supported mother and daughter through pre- and postpartum nutrition protocols
- Managed full culinary workflow across multiple properties
- Solo-catered private events including a 30-person baby shower
EXECUTIVE CHEF
Katama Kitchen
04.2024 - 10.2024
CHEF DE CUISINE
Redcat Kitchen
01.2021 - 01.2022
EXECUTIVE CHEF
The Seafood Shanty
05.2020 - 10.2020
CHEF DE CUISINE
The Terrace at The Charlotte Inn
04.2019 - 02.2020
CHEF DE CUISINE
Redcat Kitchen
01.2010 - 01.2019
Education
High School Diploma -
Shepherd Hill Regional High School
Dudley, MA06-2022
Skills
- Clean eating and whole foods; High-protein weekly menus; Family-style cooking; Pre- and postpartum nutrition support; Child-friendly meal design; Multi-home service and travel readiness; Dietary restriction management (GF, DF, Paleo, anti-inflammatory); Meal prep and organization; Premium protein preparation; Collaboration with nutritionists and doctors; Kitchen systems and inventory management
- Entrepreneurial and innovative
- Client engagement
- Strategic planning
- Visionary leadership
- Growth mindset
- Staff management
Certification
ServSafe Manager — Active
Timeline
PRIVATE ESTATE CHEF
Multi-State Family
12.2024 - 10.2025
EXECUTIVE CHEF
Katama Kitchen
04.2024 - 10.2024
FOUNDER
Healthy Harvest Chef
09.2022 - Current
CHEF DE CUISINE
Redcat Kitchen
01.2021 - 01.2022
EXECUTIVE CHEF
The Seafood Shanty
05.2020 - 10.2020
CHEF DE CUISINE
The Terrace at The Charlotte Inn
04.2019 - 02.2020
CHEF DE CUISINE
Redcat Kitchen
01.2010 - 01.2019
High School Diploma -
Shepherd Hill Regional High School