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Victoria D.

Energetic, Creative, And Playful Caretaker!

Downey, CA

3.7(1)
from
$23/hr
2 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Light cleaning
craft assistance
meal prep
swimming supervision
I've been volunteering at a summer camp for 5 years now and started working as a tutor at an after school care program since 2023. I have learned to take care of kids with cognitive disabilities like ADHD and Autism. Most of my recent experience has been working with kids 4-6 years old. My current job requires me to be CPR,...

Care Member says "My husband, 1-year-old daughter and I got to know Victoria over a three month period. We hoped to work with her when I returned to work in January. My...

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Personal Certified Chef and Personal Assistant

Buena Park, CA

5.0(1)
from
$10/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 5 families in your area
I love to cook! It is my passion to help others while creating and providing healthy meals. I have been cooking for over 10 years and can prepare just about anything. Nutrition is vital to living a healthy life. Our busy daily lives sometimes prevents us from eating excellent, nutritious, balanced meals at home. That's where I...

Sabrina L. says "We hired Stephanie to help with basic meal prep after a medical diagnosis requires a special diet. Stephanie is always on time, hard-working, and very...

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Senior Caregiver

Buena Park, CA

4.0(1)
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$15/hr
6 years experience·
Hired by 21 families in your area
Live-in home care
errands
dementia
light cleaning
home modification
+ 1 more
I am an experienced, mature woman working as a Senior Care Provider for over 10 year. My focus is to provide the best care & efficient services to each of my client's. I am a certified Culinary Chef. My experience includes working with Alzheimer's, Dementia, Parkinson's, Diabetes, MS, Physically Challenged. I have TB Clearance,...

Care Member says "I have two 84 year old parents and needed some help four nights out of the week. I hired Stephanie and she has been great. She tries to engage with my...

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CARING AND EXPERIENCES SENIOR CARE PROVIDER

Norwalk, CA

5.0(1)
from
$18/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Visiting physician
home modification
dementia
personal care
hospice services
+ 1 more
Extensive experience working with seniors. I am a certified nurse assistant and home health aide. I am also a professional cook and baker. I do bathing, feeding and light house duties. I also can administer medicine.

Elizabeth H. says "Karen was apart of my family for the last year and a half. My father has Parkinson's disease and she has been a God Sent. She managed his medications,...

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PROFESSIONAL AND RELIABLE HOUSEKEEPER

Norwalk, CA

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$18/hr
5 years experience
Oven cleaning
cabinet cleaning
bathroom cleaning
kitchen cleaning
changing bed linens
+ 1 more
Have housekeeping experience. Professional cooking and baking experience. I am a professional hha (home health aide)so I can also assist with bed changing, bathing and feeding.
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Personal Chef Available

Los Angeles, CA

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$45/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Hello all! Services available are grocery shopping, menu planning, kitchen organization, personal chef and/or meal prep. I have an Associate's Degree in Culinary Arts, as well as 15+ years experience in restaurant cooking, management and private chef work. Let me help make your life easier for yourself or family!
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Chelsea's Childcare & Senior Services

Huntington Park, CA

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$25/hr
10 years experience
Grocery shopping
craft assistance
travel
meal prep
swimming supervision
Hi there my name is Chelsea! With over a decade of experience in childcare, I've cultivated a deep understanding of children's needs and a genuine love for nurturing young minds. My journey began as a young child helping my mother, a seasoned nanny, in her home daycare. I've since transitioned into a part-time chef, allowing me...
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Buena Park, CA

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$10/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 8 families in your area
Hi, I am Stephanie. I have been providing party planning and entertaining for over 10 years. I can assist with shopping, party layout, professional cooking, and do all of the running around and shopping. I can work with budgets and have all of the in and outs of successful party planning at an affordable price.
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Los Angeles, CA

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$21/hr
7 years experience
Grocery shopping
carpooling
light cleaning
I recently earned my B. A. in Psychology (May 2025), with additional coursework in Child Development and Social Work. I'm also CPR/BLS certified and have completed 40 hours of ABA training, which has given me helpful tools for supporting children on the autism spectrum. I take great pride in continuing to learn how to be a...
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Child Care Nany / Housekeeping / Peruvian Chef, Pastries And Cuisine

Rosemead, CA

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$23/hr
5 years experience
Meal prep
light cleaning
I've always had a passion for children and helping them grow and develop. I have five years of experience as Childcare provider, and I'm comfortable with kids. I have two kids one is a boy 12 yrs old and my 2 yrs baby girl. I'm patient, calm, and friendly, and I always put the needs of the Children in my care first, a have a...
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Child Care

Glendale, CA

5.0(1)
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$18/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 3 families in your area
Swimming supervision
craft assistance
carpooling
meal prep
grocery shopping
+ 1 more
I have taught children ages 4-17 nutrition for 8 years through Michelle Nutrition Network. I have also taught children and teens cooking at the La Canada community center. I have raised my own 30-year-old daughter who lives on her own in New York City and is doing beautifully. I have taught dance to children as well as I have a...

Ulrika V. says "Wendy has been a lifesaver coming into our home, creating healthy, delicious meals that both me, my husband and our picky children love. Little by little...

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Caregiver With Lots Of Patience.

Pasadena, CA

5.0(1)
from
$20/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 3 families in your area
Meal prep
errands
dementia
live-in home care
hospice services
+ 1 more
As a caregiver, my job is to secure a challenging and responsible position that will allow me to utilize my caregiving experiences and supervisory skills. I speak multiple languages: Hungarian, Croatian, Serbian, Slovenian, English. I am also a skilled chef with a food catering background. I can cook food according to my...

Care Member says "Anica is dependable, trustworthy and fantastic with communicating with adult family members. She is also very flexible. We hired her to help with two...

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Loving Caregiver / Houseman

Los Angeles, CA

5.0(1)
from
$35/hr
10 years experience
Meal prep
dementia
companionship
light cleaning
errands
+ 1 more
I have over 30 years of experience and I am very trustworthy and honest. I have worked for 25 years, 1991 to 2016, for a family in Trousdale Estate as a house manager and chef and eventually a caregiver as they got older. I worked for the couple til they passed and am currently working for the daughter part-time. They are my...

Shannon W. says "I am writing a review for my dad :) My dad is the hardest working person I've ever met in my whole entire life and will always put his work first before...

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Marina del Rey, CA

4.4(1)
from
$35/hr
13 years experience·
Hired by 5 families in your area
Travel
grocery shopping
carpooling
swimming supervision
light cleaning
+ 1 more
I have been practicing being a mom to my own child for the past 21 wonderful years, with some headaches and heartaches. She, my daughter has taught me a lot and has made me a better human being and a proud mom. I started this new venture by helping my best friend when she had her beautiful twin babies - what an experience! It...

Care Member says "Alvertyna is a wonderful person and a fabulous nanny. Alvertyna took great care of our children (twin boys), our pets, and us! She is very reliable and...

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Chef/ Special Needs Care Giver

Los Angeles, CA

5.0(1)
from
$40/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Live-in home care
dementia
companionship
light cleaning
errands
+ 1 more
I have 18-years of experience with people with special needs, dementia, gastric tube feeding, and many other chronic illnesses. I'm a chef for many years, my specialty is vegan dishes. I am a life coach and I am ready to be of service. I love people and have a huge heart, practice love and compassion daily, have empathy....

Care Member says "I have known Florence for almost 30 years & she is a considerate, careful & compassionate person. "

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Adventure And Smiles All In One

Playa del Rey, CA

5.0(1)
from
$25/hr
10 years experience
Swimming supervision
craft assistance
carpooling
meal prep
grocery shopping
+ 1 more
hello! I have 10 years of experience. I have nannied for newborns through 11 years old. I have also worked at Summer day care centers, and preschools. I am fun, energetic, like crafts, can build forts, was a life saver on Sydney Beaches, enjoy putting on shows, and can also handle light cooking, baking, house cleaning, and...

Care Member says "Liesel is absolutely amazing. She has been with us since summer 2023. Liesel is gentle, sweet and nurturing. Our little was only four months. She is...

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Housekeeper/Organizer/Personal Chef

Alhambra, CA

3.5(1)
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$30/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 2 families in your area
Organization
carpet cleaning
bathroom cleaning
kitchen cleaning
changing bed linens
+ 1 more
Hi! My name is Rebecca. I am an experienced and meticulous House cleaner, Organizing expert, Cook, and Personal Assistant. I have over 10 years experience deep cleaning and organizing kitchens, bathrooms, living rooms, bedrooms, and offices. This in addition to assisting individuals with everyday needs (ie. pet care, errands,...

Tiffany M. says "Rebecca has been helping me de-clutter and organize my elderly mother's apartment. She has been on time. fast, and very considerate of my mom as it is...

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Seeking Part Time Personal Assisant, Chef/meal Prep, And Nannying Positions!

Los Angeles, CA

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$22/hr
7 years experience
Swimming supervision
craft assistance
carpooling
meal prep
grocery shopping
+ 1 more
My name is Kenzie and I am currently a freelance social media manager who does private chef gigs and meal prep services on the side, with the occasional nannying job. I also have experience as a personal assistant to an entrepreneur as well as about 7 years on and off nannying experience. I am open to part-time and short-term...
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Personal Chef/Nanny

Los Angeles, CA

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$51/hr
10 years experience·
Hired by 1 families in your area
Craft assistance
carpooling
travel
meal prep
swimming supervision
Family Assistant/ Family Style Chef The best job I ever had was raising my two daughters. I was fortunate enough to be able to be a stay home mom most of the time, only working part time. My home was always the place for my girls and their friends to hang out, they could always count on freshly baked cookies, scones and snacks...
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Happy And Hardworking

Los Angeles, CA

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$17/hr
5 years experience
Move-out cleaning
changing bed linens
bathroom cleaning
kitchen cleaning
dusting
+ 1 more
5 years work experience with over two years child/home care with professional personal chef experience along with housekeeping. Always excited to work and connect with others
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  • 60 personal chefs are listed on Care.com

  • The average post rate is $23.00/hr as of July 2025

  • The average star rating for rated personal chefs is 3.0

Recent personal chef reviews from local parents in Downey, CA

Personal Chefs in Downey, CA are rated 3.0 out of 5 stars based on 3 reviews of the 60 listed personal chefs

Victoria D.

My husband, 1-year-old daughter and I got to know Victoria over a three month period. We hoped to work with her when I returned to work in...

- Care member

Stephanie G.

We hired Stephanie to help with basic meal prep after a medical diagnosis requires a special diet. Stephanie is always on time,...

- Sabrina L.

Stephanie G.

I have two 84 year old parents and needed some help four nights out of the week. I hired Stephanie and she has been great. She tries to...

- Care member

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