Chef Tommy Raimo

Cooking has been a passion of mine for as long as I can remember. Growing up on Long Island, I was surrounded by the rich flavors and traditions of Italian cuisine. I spent my childhood in the kitchen with my mom, experimenting with ingredients, perfecting family recipes, discovering the joy of creating delicious meals from scratch and fueling my love for cooking and inspiring me to pursue it as a lifelong passion.

Instead of following my culinary dreams, I took a detour and instead went to college to study accounting. I received a Bachelor of Science and cruised through a successful five-year sales career. Despite my successes, I always felt I was meant for something more and decided to pursue my true calling in the restaurant world.

I kicked things off as a server in Charleston, SC, before moving to San Diego, where I worked my way up to General Manager at Knotty Barrel. Despite finding success in front-of-house management, I always knew my true passion was in the kitchen. I enrolled at the Institute of Culinary Education and gained experience working at Michelin-starred Gramercy Tavern in NYC, Trust and as Sous Chef at Sandpiper Wood Fired Grill & Oysters.I was ready to break free from the traditional kitchen grind to fully embrace my entrepreneurial spirit. That’s when I launched my own personal chef and catering company, bringing my diverse culinary background and passion for creating exceptional dining experiences to every client.