About
About Shore Chef
Shore Chef was founded in 2020 by Charles and Courtney O’Brien with the aim of meeting a need they saw in the New Jersey shore communities. Charles grew up in Ireland and France, and spent his summer holidays in Portugal. Courtney grew up in South Jersey and spent every summer at her family’s shore house in Ocean City, New Jersey. Shore Chef combines European-style dining with a Jersey shore vacation. Shore Chef became an instant hit during it’s inaugural 2021 season that saw it featured on the front page of Atlantic City’s Flavor magazine.
FAQs
For bookings of 8 or more, we would be happy to do a combination of two protein options (filet mignon, pan-seared halibut, Piri Piri chicken, or proscuitto wrapped salmon) combined with two sides that pair well with both. If you wish to do so, just add a note in the dietary requirements or send us an email!
Cancellations made at least 7 days in advance are fully refundable.
We are currently taking bookings for a minimum of four guests. If you there are fewer 6 in your party, our chef will be happy to set aside the remaining meals for you to enjoy in the following days!
All of our chefs are bonded, insured and are Servsafe® certified!
Our Chef will arrive approximately 2 hours prior to your booking time. If the menu selection or add-ons require additional time, you will be notified via email at least 2 days before booking.
Not a problem, just let us know in the Allergies/Dietary Restrictions box how many of each you want!
Our chef will require standard cooking pots and pans, as well as serving dishes. Any specialty equipment will be brought by the chef. Anything used by the chef will be cleaned and returned to its place in the kitchen.
Our chefs will be happy to omit any ingredients due to customer allergies or dietary restrictions.
Tipping is welcome at the client's discretion. All tips will go directly the chef.
Currently, Shore Chef is only taking bookings at least 7 days in advance. We are aiming to reduce this time frame in the coming months.
If a dish contains any spice, our chef tailor the recipe accordingly. If one person wants a little more kick to their dish, we will be happy to leave you with additional spices on the side.
At Shore Chef, we take the safety of both our clients and chefs very seriously. Our chefs are fully vaccinated and will wear masks at your request.
Shore Chef is currently operational in Avalon, Margate, Ocean City and Stone Harbor. If you are outside of this area, please contact us and we will do our best to accommodate.
Shore Chef will begin operations 05/01/2022 and will be taking bookings through 09/30/2022. Should your preferred booking fall outside of this time frame, please reach out and we will do our best to accommodate.
We ask that you provide a parking space at address of service; if this is not possible, please let us know and we will make alternative arrangements.
If you would like to make a booking, but have not yet confirmed or found a rental, do not worry, as bookings can be adjusted or cancelled up to a week before the booked date.
Our chefs will clean everything up and leave your kitchen as they found it!
We are always looking for new talent to join our team, please reach out if you are interested in coming on board!