Chef Tina Dejesus, a high-end private chef in New York and the Hamptons and the driving force behind VegHead Chef Inc., delves into her culinary journey, offering invaluable insights for success in the industry. She emphasizes honing hospitality and culinary skills, connecting with clients who value nutrition and wholesome cooking, and effective strategies for finding job opportunities. Chef Tina also shares stories from her time as a private chef in the Hamptons, providing insights into discerning client choices, the local job market dynamics, and her preferred vendors in the area. She also discusses the challenges of sourcing local ingredients and meeting the increasing demand for fresh produce in the Hamptons.  Tune in to learn more about Chef Tina's inspiring journey, dedication to healthy cuisines, and creative solutions as a private chef. Listen to this brand new episode of The Private Chef Podcast on: Apple  https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/exclusive-insights-for-aspiring-chefs-in-the-hamptons/id1648363134?i=1000650203723 Spotify  https://open.spotify.com/show/3soRc6nLGJJsOBb9WxVaiC Youtube  https://youtu.be/gT9hhWOvZYw Let's Connect! LinkedIn  https://www.linkedin.com/in/hannes-hennche/ Instagram  https://www.instagram.com/hanneshennche/ Youtube  https://www.youtube.com/@hanneshennche Connect with Chef Tina de Jesus LinkedIn  https://www.linkedin.com/in/tina-dejesus-4655b980/ Website https://www.vegheadchef.com/ Time Stamps 00:00:50 - Chef Tina's Culinary Passion and Background 00:03:58 - Embracing Plant-Based Cooking and Nutrition 00:05:09 - The Importance of Hospitality in Private Chef Roles 00:05:51 - Tina's First Private Chef Experience with a High-Profile Client 00:09:11 - Finding the Ideal Private Chef Client 00:15:05 - Attracting Clients with Shared Food Values 00:17:39 - The Role of Technology and Community in a Chef's Growth 00:19:03 - The Shift from Recipe Notebooks to Digital Collections 00:20:50 - Identifying Red Flags When Choosing Private Chef Clients 00:22:41 - Tips for Aspiring Chefs in the Hamptons Job Market 00:24:53 - The Dynamics of Working in a Formal Household Team 00:26:44 - The Challenges of Cooking for Families with Young Children 00:28:41 - Navigating Client Expectations in the Hamptons 00:31:58 - Recommendations for Hamptons Vendors and Farm Stands 00:35:26 - Supporting Local Businesses and Seasonal Produce 00:37:30 - Whole Foods Market's Impact on the Hamptons Quote "Work with some agencies. I do recommend reaching out to other private chefs. The majority of people want to help people." "It's putting yourself out there to fail because especially when you're starting, you may be the greatest chef in the world, but like we were saying, if you've never worked in the front of the house, you may be flustered." "I think being well-rounded in hospitality makes you such a great private chef." #theprivatechefpodcast #privatechef #cheflife #chef #culinarypassion #culinarytips