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An Experience Your Guests Will Talk About For Years

At Chef Jeff Catering, we LOVE weddings! As event experts, we thrive on the creativity and flexibility that make each celebration uniquely YOU. Our fresh, modern, and custom approach to menus offers something for everyone, and our event coordinators will guide you through the process—making it easy, seamless, and dare we say…even fun!
 
We believe your wedding menu should reflect your style, taste, and budget. That’s why we offer a step-by-step experience, from brainstorming to flawless day-of service. With rental and service options, personalized tastings, and even creative desserts for the non-traditionalists, we’ve got you covered.
At Chef Jeff Catering, our passion is providing a thoughtful, hospitable, and exceptional experience.
 
We’d be honored to be part of your wedding day and would love to connect!
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Pricing Details

Chef Jeff Catering offers a variety of service options to perfectly complement your day.
Whether you need a full setup and teardown or a full-service meal with serving staff and chef stations, we’re here to make it happen.
We also offer essential rentals, including linens, flatware, glassware, and cutlery, to cover your basic needs and simplify your planning.

Sample Proposals

View Sample Proposal: Appetizer Reception for 150
View Sample Proposal: Standard Buffet for 150
View Sample Proposal: Plated Dinner for 150
View Sample Proposal: Stations for 200
View Sample Proposal: Pasta Bar for 150
View Sample Proposal: Taco Bar for 150
Appetizer Reception for 150 Guests
Proposal Includes:
Variety of light and heavy appetizers
Dessert
Disposable plates and utensils
Day-of staff included
Standard Buffet for 150 Guests
Proposal Includes:
Appetizers
50/50 protein split
Dessert
Full plate rental with glassware
Linen tablecloth rental
Day-of staff included
Plated Dinner for 150 Guests
Proposal Includes:
Appetizers
50/50 protein split
Full plate rental with glassware
Linen tablecloth rental
Day-of staff included (plated service)
Stations for 200 Guests
Proposal Includes:
Variety of stations
Disposable plates and utensils
Linen tablecloth rental
Day-of staff included
Pasta Bar for 150 Guests
Proposal Includes:
Appetizers
50/50 protein split
Disposable plates and utensils
Linen tablecloth rental
Day-of staff included
Taco Bar for 150 Guests
Proposal Includes:
Appetizers
50/50 protein split
Dessert
Disposable plates and utensils
Linen tablecloth rental
Day-of staff included

FAQs

For over 20 years, we’ve done more than serve great food—we’ve brought people together. Our Food for All Philosophy ensures every guest feels included, with menus for all tastes, cultures, and needs. We focus on quality ingredients, creative solutions, and the flexibility to make your event uniquely yours. But at the heart of it all? People. Whether it’s our team, our clients, or our community, we make every gathering effortless, welcoming, and delicious.
From full-service catering—including rentals, linens, and on-site support—to easy pickup and delivery, we’ve got you covered. However you want it, we’ll make it happen.
Whether it’s an intimate dinner for twenty or a grand event with 1,000+ guests, we’ve catered it all—weddings, anniversaries, corporate galas, milestone birthdays, brunches, and everything in between. If there’s food at your event, we’re on it. Whatever the size or style, we bring the same level of care, creativity, and flavor to make it unforgettable.
We’re proud to cater to the Twin Cities and its surrounding suburbs.
We typically ask for at least three days’ notice for orders, and during busy seasons, a little more time is helpful. For staffed events, a couple of weeks’ notice is preferred. That said, we understand life happens, and we’ll do our best to respond quickly to unanticipated events, like memorials. While we can accommodate last-minute requests, we always recommend booking as soon as you’ve decided to have us cater your event—so we can be sure to give you the attention you deserve.
We’ll confirm a “guaranteed minimum” guest count two weeks before your event. Don’t worry if the numbers change a bit closer to the date—we’re flexible and can usually accommodate small increases. Just give us a heads-up!
If you need to cancel, please notify us as soon as possible. Cancellations made less than two full days before the event will incur a 100% charge of the total invoice. This helps cover food that can’t be used, labor, rental goods, and other opportunities we may have turned down to accommodate your event. However, your deposit can be applied to a future event or a rescheduled date within one year of the original booking. We’re happy to work with you to make sure your event still happens!
We accept checks, cash, and credit cards—whatever works best for you.
To lock in your event, we collect a standard deposit at the time of booking. Once that’s in, you’re confirmed in our calendar! For events between $1,000 and $5,000, the deposit is $500. For events over $5,000, it’s $1,000. For larger events ($5,000+), we also require a 50% payment.
For weddings and corporate events, we apply an 8% service fee. This helps cover the additional overhead and support required to make these larger events run smoothly. It’s all part of ensuring everything goes off without a hitch!
Some venues require additional catering fees, either as a flat rate or a percentage of costs. These fees are set by the venue, not us, but we do our best to keep them updated in our system. If applicable, you’ll find the venue fee listed in the subtotal section of your proposal, along with taxes and gratuity. We always recommend checking with your venue coordinator for the most up-to-date details!
We want you to love your meal and we offer open house tastings throughout the year. If you are interested in attending a tasting, please contact our team at info@chef-jeff.com.
Staffing needs depend on the type of service you choose. Plated meals require more hands on deck than buffet or drop-off events. Our onsite team includes event servers, event leads, and chefs, all dedicated to making your event seamless. The breakdown of their time and roles is always clearly outlined in your proposal, so you know exactly what to expect.
We do not provide or serve alcohol, as we are a sober-friendly and recovery-friendly environment. However, if you plan to have alcohol at your event, we’re happy to connect you with trusted vendors who specialize in bar service. Our top recommendation is With A Twist Bartending Service.
We do not automatically add gratuities to catering orders. If you are interested in providing gratuity, your event coordinator can add a line item to your proposal or run an additional credit card payment. You can also connect with your event lead onsite at your event, to provide a tip in cash. Gratuities are shared equally among all who helped prepare and execute your event. While never expected, it is always appreciated. 
We can accommodate food allergies, dietary restrictions, and personal preferences with ease. Just make sure to let us know during the planning process so we have enough time to source any specialty ingredients needed. We’re all about making sure everyone’s happy and well-fed!
Our event coordinators are here to chat through all the details—service style, menu, supplies, timeline, and anything else you need. They’ll put together a detailed proposal just for you. You can also check out some sample proposals on this page for a sneak peek at what we offer.

Other Bits & Bobs

Tastings
We want you to love the food you choose, so we offer advanced tastings in an open-house style throughout the year. You can invite up to 6 guests to participate (including the bride and/or groom) for $25/person. (This fee covers the food and staffing costs for the tasting service and is waived entirely if you select Chef Jeff Catering as your catering service.)
 
Bar Service
As a recovery-friendly and sober kitchen, Chef Jeff Catering does not currently offer bar service. We do recommend our beverage partner, With a Twist, if you are interested in bar service. We appreciate your understanding.
 
Leftovers
Chef Jeff Catering can easily package up leftover food from your buffet, for you or your guests to take home after your event. Just let us know ahead of time and we will bring the containers!

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Assorted Desserts
Crostini Bar
Artisan Cheese Tray
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Carving Station
Beef Tenderloin Canapes, Mini Caprese Skewers
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What Our Couples Are Saying

"So grateful for Chef Jeff and his team. Amber was extremely easy to work with and called me to see how I was doing when our venue cancelled on us. She was so helpful and willing to be flexible with our needs. The food was amazing. Highly recommend!"
Allie I.
Allie I.
"Amber and Chef Jeff were amazing to work with! They catered our son and daughter-in-law's wedding dinner in our home and everything was fantastic! During the planning process, Amber was friendly and responsive to our questions. Chef Jeff and staff took care of everything from the moment they arrived in our home which gave us time to truly enjoy the evening. We highly recommend their services!"
Pam K.
Pam K.
"I had a wedding reception at a park due to Covid reasons and these guys game in so clutch. The whole experience was great. The staff were friendly and responsive during the planning proccess. The menu was so customizable which really helped with me having a less traditional reception. We were in a rush so we only gave them 2 weeks to prepare but the food was amazing. We got the beef sirloin, grilled chicken with mango salsa, mixed veggies, mashed potatoes, penne pasta, with cheesecake for dessert and everything tasted so good. We had leftovers and I'm disappointed that they are running out. I can't recommend these guys more."
Jason S.
Jason S.
"Amber, Jeff's daughter, does the thinking, and Jeff does the Cooking. 🙂 They are two wonderful people that are not only organized, flexible, and creative, but find the time to give back to their community as well. They made our day so special, we hope to work with them again."
Andrea P.
Andrea P.
"We could not have asked for a better caterer for our wedding than Chef Jeff! The entire team was so helpful and quick to respond to any questions or concerns we had. They were true professionals and we got so many compliments on the food! It was clear that they truly cared about us and our wedding day, and were determined to make sure everything moved smoothly. Definitely consider Chef Jeff for any of your catering needs!"
Kristi W.
Kristi W.
"Chef Jeff was great to work with as our wedding caterer.The team was quick to respond and narrow down our order to exactly what we needed. And our guests kept raving about the food (especially the brisket) all night and continue to bring that up to us every time we run into our guests. They accommodated everyone of our guests food allergies and made us incredible gluten free brownies as a dessert. We're so happy we went with them for our wedding!"
Daniel M.
Daniel M.
"We recently had the pleasure of having Chef Jeff Catering handle our wedding, and they exceeded all our expectations. The food was exquisite, and the presentation was equally impressive. We particularly want to commend Leah and Amber, who were not only professional but also incredibly warm and accommodating. They went above and beyond to make our special day even more memorable, handling every detail with utmost care. Their passion for what they do was evident in every interaction we had. We highly recommend Chef Jeff Catering for anyone seeking a seamless and delicious catering experience. Their team truly embodies exceptional service."
Anthony G.
Anthony G.
"We loved working with Chef Jeff for our wedding catering! They were highly recommended as delicious, professional, and affordable by our venue and we agree. Pre-event communication was great and our food (Mediterranean buffet) was unique, delicious, and customizable."
Emily C.
Emily C.
"If you are looking for catering for any reason, look no further. We used Chef Jeff for our wedding reception and cannot say enough about the amazing food and even more amazing family owned business. The staff were open in communication and the pricing was so reasonable. Highly recommend to anyone and everyone"
Molly G.
Molly G.
"Chef Jeff catered our wedding and they were fabulous!! From the initial conversation and proposal development to the tasting and the day of service, all was excellent. The food and the service was fantastic and the prices were reasonable. I’d highly recommend Chef Jeff and team for your wedding or next event!"
Tori P.
Tori P.

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