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My 6 year old daughter absolutely adored Lauren! Needed a date night sitter at our hotel and she was a total gem. My daughter woke up the…

Review for Lauren M. by Mary W.

Kotoko was terrific! My family and I were in town for a wedding. Kotoko watched our toddler in our hotel room during the reception. She…

Review for Kotoko M. by Care member

Kotoko is a great communicator. She is honest, intelligent, and dependable. She was punctual and completed the job to perfection. I highly…

Review for Kotoko M. by Margaret H.

Personal chefs in Highland Park, IL

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Andrew B.


Highland Park, IL

$25-40/hr • 3 yrs exp

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I'd describe my personality as calm, curious, and compassionate. I like tutoring because everyone learns in their own way. And I love discovering how students learn. Finally, as I help the students learn, I also learn. I learn about the subject matter, the student, and myself. I'm looking for a part-time job that is flexible...
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James K.


Glenview, IL

$25-50/hr • 1 yrs exp

Local Chef And Father Seeks To Utilize Skills For Seniors

I am a Chef and Father of 3 (ages 12-7) and independent real estate professional. I am seeking to stay close to my home so I will no longer work in restaurants or their hours. However, I am still able bodied and have a positive disposition with skills to provide meals to meet any dietary specifications. I have reliable...
James can also help with: Companionship, errands, hospice services, live-in home care, light cleaning, meal prep & more
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Laura K.


Wilmette, IL

$40/hr • 5 yrs exp

Precision Housekeeping

Hi. I'm a professional housekeeper . I worked over 4 years in Winnetka for 1 family as a private chef and housekeeper. I'm trustworthy , diligent and detail oriented . I have great references from the family I worked for . I'd describe my personality as detail oriented , professional in my work, proactive I like caring for...
Laura can also help with: Changing bed linens, general room cleaning, kitchen cleaning, organization
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Lauren M.


Chicago, IL

$20-100/hr • 6 yrs exp

5.0

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Hired by 3 families in your neighborhood

Do you need childcare this winter when your kids are off school or you need to get some errands done? I can help! I can take care of multiple children at once with ease. My approach to interpersonal conflicts between children/siblings is careful, thoughtful, and always with understanding. I can create games, art projects, and...
Lauren can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance, grocery shopping, meal prep, light cleaning, swimming supervision & more
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

5.0
"My 6 year old daughter absolutely adored Lauren! Needed a date night sitter at our hotel and she was a total gem. My daughter woke up the next day wanting her to babysit again. A+ review!"

Mary W.

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Kotoko M.


Schaumburg, IL

$30-35/hr • 10 yrs exp

I Have Experience In Childcare, House Management And Worked As A Sous Chef For Many Years.

Hired by 5 families in your neighborhood

At a young age, I started taking care of children. I have facilitated meaningful milestones in the early development stages of childhood. It is endearing to be a part of a family where we can teach them, watch them grow, and observe the growth of every individual child. Furthermore, I tutored high school students in math and...
Kotoko can also help with: Carpooling, meal prep
Skills:

Special Needs Care

4.0
"Kotoko was terrific! My family and I were in town for a wedding. Kotoko watched our toddler in our hotel room during the reception. She arrived early, gave us time to relay information, and communicated well and warmly up to and during the session. She gave my...

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Madeline J.


Chicago, IL

$15-20/hr • 3 yrs exp

Babysitter/Housekeeper

Hello! I am an experienced babysitter and now that I am older I am able to do cooking and cleaning as well. I can do laundry, clean bathrooms, bedrooms, re-organize playrooms, etc. I love cooking healthier meals and I have more experience making chicken and vegetarian meals. Some dishes I have made recently include turkey...
Madeline can also help with: Attic cleaning, basement cleaning, bathroom cleaning, general room cleaning, changing bed linens, kitchen cleaning & more
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Kotoko M.


Schaumburg, IL

$30-45/hr • 10 yrs exp

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I have experience taking care of seniors with dementia, stroke victims and with mental disabilities. I have worked as a sous chef and have knowledge of healthy meal planning.
Kotoko can also help with: Dementia, errands, light cleaning, transportation, meal prep
5.0
"Kotoko is a great communicator. She is honest, intelligent, and dependable. She was punctual and completed the job to perfection. I highly recommend her."

Margaret H.

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Mimi S.


Mount Prospect, IL

$18/hr • 3 yrs exp

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

Hi, I'm Mimi. I currently attend UIC and am in my last semester of Teaching of History to become a high school teacher. I have worked on and off babysitting, lifeguarded for 2 years, and worked as a chef instructor for elementary aged kids.
Mimi can also help with: Craft assistance, light cleaning, meal prep, swimming supervision
Skills:

First Aid

5.0
"We hired Mimi to care for our 10-year-old daughter and 8-year-old son through the day, every day, for the summer school break of 2021. So about 10 weeks. She was great! Always on time or early. Very good communication on status. There were a few discipline issues...

Dorothy I.

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Joanna S.


Chicago, IL

$40-45/hr • 10 yrs exp

High End - House Manager/family Assistant/executive Housekeeper, Family Assistant Available.

Hired by 7 families in your neighborhood

I have 14 years of House management , family assistant experience. I've worked in high end homes/estates as house manager; family assistant, nanny, personal stylist, executive housekeeper and chef. I was in-charge of general up keep and cleanliness of large estate residences between 4, 000 sq. ft. - 28, 000 sq. ft. I did weekly...
Joanna can also help with: Attic cleaning, basement cleaning, bathroom cleaning, changing bed linens, cabinet cleaning, dusting & more
5.0
"Joanna is absolutely fantastic! She's very detailed and thorough, she takes great pride in the service she provides. Joanna is the best house keeper I've ever had and I'm lucky to have found her."

Elise M.

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Whitney W.


Bensenville, IL

$15-32/hr • 8 yrs exp

Vegan Chef & Sitter

I have 8 years of experience (I'm a mom). I can help with Light Housekeeping and Cooking/Meal Preparation.
Whitney can also help with: Grocery shopping, light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:

CPR

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Whitney W.


Bensenville, IL

$17-22/hr • 9 yrs exp

Housekeeper With Chef Experience

I assisted in starting a private cleaning company in 2013 that specializes in getting houses, apartments and condos move-in ready. Since then, I have become a caretaker for my parents, as well as taking care of my child. This includes, but is not limited to daily cleaning, laundry, window cleaning, watering plants, meal...
Whitney can also help with: Bathroom cleaning, carpet cleaning, changing bed linens, kitchen cleaning, general room cleaning, organization & more
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Karen T.


Chicago, IL

$17-20/hr • 8 yrs exp

Part-Time Care Assistance For Senior

I've always been passionate about helping others, and look forward to being of some assistance to you and your family! I currently work in the healthcare industry which started 10 years ago. I am also an alumnus of a culinary institute with over 20 years of professional cooking. I have successfully worked with several families...
Karen can also help with: Companionship, light cleaning, meal prep
Skills:

CPR

I flew from Ukraine, I will be glad to be an assistant in your house, my husband and I also have a dog (corgi), I really love animals. I cook delicious food. I am also a pastry chef with 5 years of experience, I will prepare delicious desserts for you. I am very open and kind, I will be glad to meet you.
Adelina can also help with: Bathroom cleaning, carpet cleaning, changing bed linens, kitchen cleaning, general room cleaning, organization & more
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Kylie C.


Chicago, IL

$22-25/hr • 5 yrs exp

Experience In Hospice Care, Trained Chef.

I'm passionate about caring for seniors, after personally caring for each of my grandparents and providing live-in hospice care for my grandfather. My calm & empathetic personality naturally draws me to form friendships with seniors in my neighborhood. I genuinely love chatting with my senior friends and especially hearing their...
Kylie can also help with: Companionship, errands, home modification, light cleaning, hospice services, live-in home care & more
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Consuelo G.


Chicago, IL

$30-35/hr • 10 yrs exp

Party Helped

Help Specialist - Home, Errands & Personal Assistant A spark in every drop. Neat. Calm. Joyful. Organized. Authentic. Hello! I'm Consuelo, a warm and reliable Help Specialist with years of experience assisting high-profile families, professionals, and seniors. I offer caring, personalized support to those who value a clean,...
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Samuel F.


Chicago, IL

$25-37/hr • 3 yrs exp

Very Kind And Gentle

Im very reliable, dependable and calm, honest person you can trust . Non smoker, don't do drugs and non alcoholic. A chef by profession Have a driving license Housekeeping too Grooming too Dressing Companion Feeding Bathing Hoya lift experience Errands and etc.
Samuel can also help with: Companionship, errands, hospice services, meal prep, light cleaning, mobility assistance & more
Skills:

CPR

Home Health Aide

Medical Equipment Experience

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Melanie C.


Schaumburg, IL

$22-30/hr • 10 yrs exp

Cleaning Service

I have 10 years of experience. I can help with General Room Cleaning, Cleaning office buildings and deep cleaning services, I am a licensed caterer I can offer Meal Prep service as well or private chef cooking service. I offer errands running for clients as well.
Melanie can also help with: Changing bed linens, dusting, general room cleaning, vacuuming and/or mopping
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Eve M.


Chicago, IL

$18-30/hr • 4 yrs exp

Part-Time Babysitter/Nanny

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

Hi there! I am a project manager by day who is a nanny on the side and wanting to contribute my skills to helping a family. I am only available for evenings/weekends right now. I have nannied for a few different families over the years. For one family, I helped with their 8-month-old daughter until she was 3 and recently babysat...
Eve can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance, grocery shopping, meal prep, light cleaning, swimming supervision & more
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

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Joan J.


Chicago, IL

$35/hr • 10 yrs exp

Hired by 1 family in your neighborhood

I am one of eight kids, and love being with children. I have 9 years of babysitting experience, and 1 year of Nanny experience. I am CPR certified, and I also have my Culinary Degree from Johnson and Wales University. I own and operate my own Private Chef Company. Love to be in the kitchen, meal prep/ grocery shopping available...
Joan can also help with: Carpooling, craft assistance, grocery shopping, meal prep, light cleaning, swimming supervision & more
Skills:

CPR

First Aid

Special Needs Care

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Sherry R.


Des Plaines, IL

$25-35/hr • 10 yrs exp

Senior Companion/Care Or Household Manager

Hired by 2 families in your neighborhood

Hello! I consider myself fortunate to have had the opportunity to take care of my grandparents. The life lessons they taught me, and our family were priceless. I am the eldest of six children and have one daughter and two beautiful granddaughters. I understand that juggling the daily responsibilities of life can be a challenge,...
Sherry can also help with: Errands, hospice services, light cleaning, personal care, meal prep, respite care & more
Skills:

CPR

Medical Equipment Experience

Wound Care

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