"How to Start a Home-Based Personal Chef Business" has everything readers need to know to launch a profitable business as a personal chef. The number of people interested in this profession is growing by leaps and bounds, given increasing number of students graduating from cooking school, the popularity of food television, and people looking to supplement their income with work they enjoy. What's the difference between a personal chef and a caterer? Personal chefs don't need special training (no culinary school necessary )--they just need to be good home cooks. And given that today even middle-class families are hiring personal chefs as a healthy and convenient way to feed their families, and the number of individuals who need to hire a personal chef to follow a special diet, the call for personal chefs is growing as well. Are you passionate about cooking? Have you ever thought about working from home at something you enjoy? Now you can make your dreams a reality. Through plain language and easy-to-follow worksheets, Denise Vivaldo takes you through every aspect of setting up and running a thriving home-based personal chef business. She shares her vast experience and expert advice on everything from estimating your start-up costs and finding clients to cooking for special needs and staying profitable. Whether you're just starting to learn the trade or are an experienced chef looking to be your own boss, this guide can help you build your own successful personal chef business. Includes: Budget Worksheet Menu Planning Worksheet Equipment Checklist Sample Menus and Recipes Business Resources Client Worksheet Food Safety Income and Expense Form