Nicolas Herrera
PRIVATE CHEF | ITALIAN • MEDITERRANEAN • PRIVATE DINING
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About
Private Chef with over 15 years of international culinary experience across private households, restaurants, catering, and commissary production in Canada, Argentina, and Venezuela. Specializing in authentic Italian and Mediterranean cuisine, traditional Spanish paellas, premium BBQ, handmade pasta, seafood, and healthy, ingredient-driven cooking. Recognized for discretion, exceptional organization, and creating memorable dining experiences tailored to each family's lifestyle.
Experience
Private Chef at Prestigious Private Family (2025-01 – Present)
- Daily breakfast, lunch and dinner
- Seasonal menu planning
- Grocery sourcing
- Kitchen organization
- Family entertaining
Private Chef at Professional Toronto FC Athlete (2021-01 – 2021-06)
- Performance-focused nutrition
- Weekly meal planning
- Confidential private service
Private Chef at Private Family (2022-01 – 2023-12)
Part-time
- Weekly family meals
- Grocery shopping
- Meal preparation
Private Chef at Private Family (2016-01 – 2019-12)
- Daily meals
- Private dinners
- Kitchen management
Private Chef – Cottage Dining Experience at Private Families
- Prepared personalized meals for families staying at private cottages
- Planned menus, sourced ingredients, and delivered full-service dining for weekends and special occasions
