Chef Chong Kim Ooi

Private Chef In Thousand Oaks

For over 18 years, I have captivated diners with spectacular and scrumptious dishes infused with vibrant creativity and a joyful spirit of adventure.

I have been around the kitchen since I was just a child. I graduated Le Cordon Bleu in 2002, and since then, I have played with all sorts of cuisines: from classic comfort American to far-east Asian cuisines. I have worked in a couple of incredible restaurants in Southern California such as Upstairs 2, JiRaff, Joe’s Restaurant ( Michilin one star), L’Orangerie, Mamash, and Ortolan (Michilin one star). I have become one of the elite chef features in Airbnb located in Los Angeles, Beverly Hills, Palm Spring, La Quinta, Indio & Palm Dessert. One of the most requested chef for Luxury Retreats and Amex Centurion club.

I take pride in surpassing client expectations with unmatched culinary artistry that enhances banquets, weddings, themed parties, and other events with exquisitely prepared high-end cuisine and inspired creativity.

My team and I have an extensive career, a casual open-minded personality, and a couple of great secrets of LA to share! The perfect recipe for a memorable experience around the table!

For me, cooking is...

Bringing your dreams to life through imaginative planning, impeccable attention to detail, gracious service and beautiful presentation

I learned to cook at...

Le Cordon Bleu Pasadena Upstairs 2, JiRaffe, Joe’s Restaurant, L’Orangerie, Mamash and Ortolan

A cooking secret...

Consistency, discipline, and pushing the limits of creativity.

My menus

Hors D'Oeuvre Pass

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FIRST COURSE

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MAIN COURSE

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DESSERT

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5 Courses Menu

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Please select one item from Appetizer

FIRST COURSE

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Please select one or two items from 1st course

MAIN COURSE

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Please select one or two items from main course

DESSERT

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Please select one item from dessert

4 Courses Menu

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Please select one item from Appetizer

FIRST COURSE

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Please select one item from 1st course

MAIN COURSE

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Please select one item from main course

DESSERT

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Sushi

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Chicken Karage with Sweet Chili Aioli

Mini Springrolls

FIRST COURSE

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MAIN COURSE

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Tuna Crunch Roll

Spicy Tuna Roll

Volcano Roll: California roll top with Siracha Sauce & Crispy Shallots

Rainbow Roll: California Rolls top with Salmon, Tuna & White Fish

Assorted Sushi : Tuna, Salmon, Eel, Crabmeat, Yellowtail

DESSERT

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Green Tea Creme Brulee

Cheesecake with Chocolate Sauce & Berries

Italian Pasta

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Artisan Cheese & Charcuterie

FIRST COURSE

Choose 1 dish

Arugula Salad, Pears, Artichoke, Crouton & White Balsamic Vinaigrette

Shrimp Caeser Salad

MAIN COURSE

Choose 1 dish

Jumbo Shrimp Scampi: Linguini Pasta, Baby Heirloom Tomato, Parmesan Cream

Short Ribs Pasta, Parmesan Cheese, Gremolata

DESSERT

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Tiramisu & Shaved Chocolate

THANKSGIVING

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PERSIMMON & BRIE CROSTINI ( HORS D'OEUVRES)

MINI CRAB CAKE ( HORS D'OEUVRES)

FIRST COURSE

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POPPY SEEDS BISCUITS WITH HERBS BUTTER SPREADS ( SIDE DISH)

MUSHROOMS & GREEN BEANS CASSEROLE

CHEESEY MASHED POTATO

RICE & CORNBREAD STUFFING

MAIN COURSE

All inclusive

HICKORY SMOKED HAM & ORANGE CRANBERRY SAUCE

POMEGRANTE GLAZED TURKEY WITH CLASSIC PAN ROSEMARY GRAVY

DESSERT

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PUMPKIN PIE WITH ALMOND CRUMBLE

Exclusive

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ASSORTED CHEESE & CHARCUTERIE PLATTER

FIRST COURSE

Choose 1 dish

Shrimp Salad: Shaved Baby Romain, Parmesan Cheese, Pumpkin Seeds, Corn, Mayer Lemon Vinaigrette

Salami Salad: Wild Arugula, Garbanzo Beans, White Beans, Parmesan Cheese, Pesto Vinaigrette

MAIN COURSE

Choose 1 dish

Pan Seared Angus Beef New York Steak: Colored Cauliflower, Potato Scallops, Wild Mushrooms Ragout, Pan Glazed Sauce

Jumbo Shrimp Scampi: Linguini Pasta, Baby Heirloom Tomato, Parmesan Cream

Surf & Turf: Chicken & Scallops, Saffron Risotto, Green Beans, Baby Heirloom Tomato, Shaved Cauliflower & Orange Brown Butter Sauce

DESSERT

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Chocolate Chocolate Mousse Cake: Berries, Berries Coulis, Walnut Dust

Cheese Cake : Berries Coulis & Strawberries

Mexico

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Guacamole & Chips with Ancho Chili & Chicarrón Crumble

FIRST COURSE

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Cheese Quesadilla & Shrimp Cheviche

MAIN COURSE

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Taco Bar : Authentic Mexican Style Taco served with Beef, Chicken & Pork

Red Salsa, Green Salsa, Pico De Gallo, Rice, Beans & Tortilla

DESSERT

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DUET: TRES LECHES FLAN , CHORRO WITH HOT CHOCOLATE

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Chef Chong Kim's reviews

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1218 services

Chef Jesse was an absolute gem! He cooked an INCREDIBLE late lunch for 6 of us in Palm Desert and every single dish was perfect. The food really was special and he took such great care of us (and our small pup)!! He came in prepared, was organized and left our kitchen spotless. Great communication prior and during his time at our house. Thanks chef- made our night so special????

It was a great experience. The food was delicious and the chef was amazing.

Chef Kim is wonderful, warm, and best of all a great chef. In addition to cooking us a delicious dinner, he went out of his way to take care of everything else... setting the table, cleaning dishes, even decanting our wine! We appreciated how unobtrusive he was while making our meal special.

I was expecting a great experience and it was even better. Phenomenal food, great service, convenient, and wonderful conversation. The taste and arrangement is incredible, I loved everything, but the lettuce wraps are soooo goooood. A dining experience that beats high end restaurants. Tremendous value.

We had an excellent experience! The food was scrumptious and Chef Jesse was extremely cautious with the food allergies we mentioned. He mindfully provided substitutions. The location and host was amazing! Couldn’t ask for anything better.

Our first Chef experience was stellar!!! Thank you!

We had such a wonderful evening with Chef Kim! The food was delish and presentation with top notch. It truly was a wonderful and special dining experience and would highly recommend to others.

Jesse was spectacular! Excellent host and cook. He explained every dish and put a professional touch while serving us.

This was our first ever private chef experience and it easily set the bar for any future ones! Jesse was personable, polite and very professional! He talked us through the entire process and menu and everything tasted so amazing. We’re still talking about the food! The presentation of all courses was also such a delight. Overall, he made our anniversary very memorable and we cannot wait to hire him again!

Amazing experience - 10/10! Highly recommend.

Jesse and Deane were fantastic! They were communicative and were also able to accommodate a few allergies in our group with ease. Every dish was fantastic and layered with flavor. Great experience! Thank you both for everything! Chatting with them as they were prepping was also so much fun.

Chef Kim was amazing from start to finish! Highly recommend Private Feedback: Thank you this was such a magical night

Chef Jesse was the best! He was energetic, personable, and thoughtful. His food was beyond delicious!

My family recently celebrated my birthday with an in-home dinner service with Chef Jesse, and it was nothing short of exceptional! From the moment he arrived, his warm and friendly demeanor made the evening feel special. The food was absolutely delicious. The charcuterie board was beautifully presented, with a fantastic variety of flavors. The shrimp salad was fresh and vibrant, perfectly complementing the meal. And the Angus beef steak? Cooked to perfection—tender, flavorful, and simply amazing. Chef Jesse’s attention to detail and thoughtful touches throughout the evening truly elevated the experience. I couldn’t have asked for a better way to celebrate my birthday. I highly recommend his services to anyone looking for a memorable dining experience. 10/10!

Everything was amazing. Chef Jesse showed up an hour early right on time to prep and is very professional. Super quick with his hands, you can tell chef Jesse has been doing this for years. Plates were beautiful and tasty. Jesse also left the kitchen and dining looking better than it was before. Definitely recommend 5 star experience.

Chef Jesse arrived on the dot; he was professional and the food was outstanding. He was attentive and left the kitchen in perfect order. If you're having any doubts about booking- just do it!

We had Chef Jesse and we loved the experience! The food was so delicious and worth it.

Chef Kim was wonderful and funny and great at creating a lovely meal for us. He created a fun relaxing environment, which we really enjoyed