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Chef Ellis Private Chef · Catering

Private Chef · Caterer · Dallas, TX & surrounding areas

Welcome & Enjoy
World-Class Cuisine

Family dinners, date nights, brunches, parties, get-togethers — and meals for the entire week. High-protein gourmet, cooked at your table by Chef Ellis.

Catering Services

Be a guest at your own party.

Table-Ready Meals

Too busy to cook? Done.

Signature Menus

See what he can make for you.

Chef Ellis, private chef

Meet the Chef

Experience the Sublime.

Private chef, caterer, and culinary creator bringing restaurant-quality, protein-forward cooking straight to your table.

Chef Ellis prepares and serves restaurant-quality, protein-forward dinners for parties of two to two hundred — at your home, your business, or your private event. Every meal, large or small, becomes a special occasion.

Plan Your Experience

What I Do

Cooking for Every Occasion

Think back to your last great gathering. It was probably amazing food and even better company.

Private Dinners

Event Catering

Weekly Meal Prep

Pop-Ups & Tastings

Starting Investment

Transparent Starting Rates

  • Private Chef Experience Starting at$125 per guest
  • Dinner Parties Starting at$750
  • Meal Prep Starting at$150
  • Catering Starting at$20 per guest
  • Corporate & Luxury Events Custom Proposal

Every event is customized. Final pricing varies based on guest count, menu selections, staffing, travel, rentals, and service requirements.

Request a Custom Proposal

Tell us about your event, and we’ll create a personalized culinary experience tailored to your vision and budget.

White-Glove Service

Every Chef Ellis Experience Includes

A completely done-for-you experience — from the first idea to the last dish cleared.

Personalized menu planning
Premium ingredient sourcing
Professional grocery shopping
On-site cooking
Elegant plating & presentation
Kitchen cleanup
Personalized client service

Limited Dates Each Month

Reserve Your Date

Weekends book fast. Lock in your private dinner, catering, or meal-prep slot with Chef Ellis before it's gone.

Reserve Your Experience

Word of Mouth

What People Are Saying

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“This year I'll be wherever Chef Ellis is for Thanksgiving.”
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“Juiciest turkey I ever made... this looks amazing, clearly you need no help.”
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“That looks delicious — it really does.”
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Good to Know

Frequently Asked Questions

Do you travel?
Yes. Chef Ellis is based in Dallas, TX & surrounding areas and travels for private dinners, catering, and events. Travel beyond the local area may include a travel fee, quoted up front in your proposal so there are no surprises.
How far in advance should I book?
Two to three weeks is ideal, and weekends fill the fastest. Planning something sooner? Reach out anyway — Chef Ellis will always try to make it work.
Do you accommodate food allergies and dietary restrictions?
Absolutely. Every menu is built around your needs — allergies, dietary restrictions, and nutrition goals such as high-protein, keto, or diabetic-friendly. Just note them in your inquiry.
Can the menu be customized?
Always. Every menu is designed around your tastes, your guests, and the occasion. Have a specific dish in mind? Chef Ellis will make it yours.
What is included in your service?
Personalized menu planning, premium ingredient sourcing, professional grocery shopping, on-site cooking, elegant plating and presentation, and full kitchen cleanup — you simply enjoy the experience.
Do you handle the grocery shopping?
Yes. Professional grocery shopping and sourcing are included — Chef Ellis hand-selects every ingredient so each dish is at its best.
How do I reserve my date?
Submit an inquiry with your date, guest count, and vision. You'll receive a custom proposal and menu, and a signed agreement plus deposit locks in your date.

Simple & Seamless

How It Works

From first hello to the last plate cleared, every detail is handled for you.

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Submit Your Inquiry

Tell us about your event, guest count, preferred cuisine, and vision.

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Receive Your Custom Proposal

Chef Ellis designs a personalized menu and custom quote tailored to your event.

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Reserve Your Date

Approve the proposal, sign the agreement, and submit your deposit to secure your booking.

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Enjoy an Exceptional Experience

Chef Ellis handles menu planning, shopping, prep, cooking, presentation, and cleanup.

Request a Custom Proposal

Let's Eat

We Can't Wait to Get You Started

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