Rachael's culinary journey spans continents, from Courchevel, France, in the snowy slopes to the sunny shores of Marbella, Spain and historic Florence, Italy. Her expertise in French cuisine began at a destination restaurant located in the French Alps at a 5 star ski resort. Later it expanded through diverse roles at a Spanish 5-star beach resort on the coast of the Mediterranean Sea in Marbella, Spain. After it deepened in the heart of Florence, Italy under renowned chefs and a local grandmother. Her love for cooking was ignited at an early age preparing meals with her mom for her large family of 10 and further developed at The Midwest Culinary Institute. Rachael's diverse background, including stints at local fine dining establishments and training under Cincinnati's legacy, Chef Jean Robert. In 2019, all of these experiences culminated in founding The Family Chef, her love letter to the world. Here, she blends her global cooking experiences with her love for feeding the hungry, and passion for building up families. Her hobbies are as diverse as her resume, from salsa dancing, to traveling, exploring new food scenes, playing pickleball, and spending time in prayer to deepen her faith, to list just a few.

Anthony's gastronomic journey began along California's coast, training in top-tier restaurants before mastering his craft at the San Francisco Cooking School. His diverse experience spans Brazilian, American, Italian, Californian, and Mexican cuisines, enriched by skills in butchery and commercial fishing. With over seven years in the industry, Anthony's passion for blending the freshest ingredients into culinary masterpieces continues to grow. Two years ago, he returned to Northern Kentucky to be closer to family, help around the family farm, and even started to grow his own produce as a hobby during the summer. When not in the kitchen, Anthony enjoys spearfishing, surfing, hiking, painting, and dirt biking. He also has a unique pastime—diving for sea urchins which he became a pro at during his stint as a commercial fisherman.

Chef Kate, a native of Cincinnati, has carved a remarkable path in the culinary world, driven by early kitchen experiences with her mom and encouragement from her grandmother. She holds a Culinary Arts degree from the University of Akron and a Certificate in L’Art de la Pâtisserie from the French Pastry School in Chicago. Her career flourished in Chicago, where she spent 12 years at prestigious restaurants, hotels, and private clubs, honing a wide array of cuisines and techniques. In 2016, Kate returned to Cincinnati, joining Jean-Robert de Cavel as Pastry Chef at Restaurant L, before advancing to Chef Manager with Compass Group. Her culinary delights are deeply rooted in the joy her creations bring to others. Kate, alongside her chef husband, finds joy in their daughter’s role as their eager taste-tester. Away from the kitchen, she enjoys family time, travel, and reading.

Laini’s obsession with cooking began at age seven when she and her siblings started hosting candlelight dinners for their parents with help from their grandmother in the kitchen. After years of practicing cooking for family and friends, Laini honed her skills in cafes and coffee shops, where she developed her passion for hospitality. Her cooking style is influenced by the Tex-Mex of her Arizona roots, the comfort foods of her childhood in the Tennessee Valley, and the fresh seasonal ingredients she finds each week at Cincinnati farmer's markets. Away from the kitchen, Laini loves traveling the world, meeting new people, hosting friends in her home, and going for walks in her neighborhood.

Kayla began her culinary journey in 2013 while she was studying Nutrition at Miami University Oxford. While taking food science courses and volunteering in community outreach, such as the Oxford Food Pantry, Retirement Homes and choosing a Wellness Research Project with adolescents as her Senior Capstone, she was also working in multiple kitchens to build up her culinary skills. She graduated with her Bachelor’s Degree in Nutrition Research & Development while continuing her culinary skills at home. Kayla enjoys challenging herself with new recipes to develop herself in the kitchen through cooking for her family and baking breads in her free time. Italian cuisine has always been a favorite of hers, so she enjoys finding her own twist on classic dishes. In her free time, Kayla loves to travel. She loves to vacation on the beach during the summer and take ski trips to Colorado in the winter. She also loves spending time with her family and enjoys being outside with her dogs.

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Chef Lynn is an Ohio native who started cooking at 12, preparing meals for her family and sparking a lifelong love of food. With over 20 years in the culinary industry, she’s worked as a personal chef and caterer, known for rustic, farmers market-inspired meals. Her time at the California Culinary Academy laid a solid foundation in technique and professionalism. Years spent on the West Coast deepened her love for fresh, seasonal cooking—an influence that continues to shape her style.

Chef Aiden’s culinary journey began at home, influenced by his father, a Culinary Institute of America graduate, and his mother, a passionate baker. These early lessons shaped Aiden’s refined yet intuitive cooking style, blending tradition with innovation. He has worked in diverse kitchens, most recently as Sous Chef at a top Columbus restaurant, where he gained a reputation for calm leadership and creative, ingredient-focused dishes.
Inspired by his wife, Aiden embraces the challenge of adapting his cooking to accommodate her vegetarian background and food sensitivities. He finds joy in crafting inclusive dishes, viewing cooking as a form of storytelling that fosters connection and care.

Madeline was raised in Southern California, but now lives in Columbus and works as our Director of Operations and Marketing. She received her undergraduate degree in Marketing from the University of Notre Dame, where she was also a part of the Women’s Boxing team, and her MBA from Western Governors University. Madeline is coming to us from a career in education, working as the head of the Business Department at Bishop Hartley High School in Columbus. After 6 years in education, she is excited to bring a fresh perspective and hopefully pick up some cooking skills along the way. In her spare time, she enjoys spending time outside with her husband and toddler son, as well as hiking and reading. In her role, Madeline is responsible for client communications and relations, as well as developing and executing marketing strategies that enhance our company and engage our customers. As such, she will be the person most frequently communicating with you, so do not hesitate to reach out to her if you have any questions or concerns. While Madeline won’t be working in your kitchens, she serves as a happy taste-tester for new recipes, and is looking forward to keeping things cooking behind the scenes.

The Family Chef is expanding! If you’re passionate about cooking great food and seeking a fun and creative work environment with competitive pay and a flexible schedule, we would love to welcome you to our family! We have both part-time and full-time opportunities available in Cincinnati and Columbus. We are looking for chefs with at least two years of professional cooking experience, excellent communication and problem-solving skills, and a reliable vehicle. Reliability and professionalism are a must, and candidates must pass a background and drug test. If you’re interested in joining us, please submit a cover letter below. Our Director of Operations will follow up with you to get started. We look forward to welcoming you to The Family Chef and working together to create delicious experiences for our clients. Join our team and become part of a dynamic group dedicated to culinary excellence and exceptional service. We can't wait to meet you!