One of the first questions guests ask me is simple: "What's actually included when I hire a private chef in Jaco?" It's a fair question — a lot of people picture just someone cooking dinner, when the real answer is so much more relaxing than that. As your Jaco Beach Chef, I handle the whole meal from start to finish so your group never has to think about food logistics. Here's exactly what that looks like, from www.jacobeachchef.com.
Yes — I bring all the groceries
You don't shop for a thing. I plan the menu with you ahead of time, then do all the grocery shopping at local markets, choosing the freshest in-season ingredients and the day's best catch from the coast. Everything arrives with me at your villa, so there's no running to the supermarket in a rental car or guessing where to find what you need in a foreign country.
Menu planning built around your group
Before your trip we talk through what you love — fresh seafood, Costa Rican classics, a big grilled dinner, kid-friendly plates, a special celebration meal. I design the menu around your group's tastes and the occasion. You can browse ideas on the sample menus, but nothing is locked in stone; the menu is yours to shape.
Cooking, plating, and serving — all handled
On the day, I arrive, set up in your villa's kitchen, and cook everything fresh in front of you. I plate each course, serve the table, and keep the meal flowing at your pace while you relax with your group. It's the restaurant experience without leaving your villa — and with a view that beats any restaurant in town.
And the part everyone loves: I clean up
When the meal is done, I handle the full kitchen cleanup — dishes, counters, the works. You're left with nothing but a happy, well-fed group and a clean villa. No one's stuck at the sink while everyone else is back at the pool. This full-service approach is the heart of what I offer; see the complete list on the services page at www.jacobeachchef.com.
In short, a private chef includes:
- Menu planning and consultation before your trip
- All grocery and market shopping for fresh ingredients
- Full cooking and preparation at your villa
- Plating and table service, course by course
- Complete kitchen cleanup afterward
- Accommodation for dietary needs, allergies, and kids
Ready to let someone else handle the food?
Whether it's a bachelor party, a family getaway, or a special celebration in Jacó, I take care of everything from the market to the cleanup so your group can just enjoy the Pura Vida coast. Message me on WhatsApp to talk dates and menus.