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LANCE TOROA passion for food and an ambitious dream to establish a career in culinary arts led me to Los Angeles, California, and fuels my success. I love food, caring for others, and watching people react when they savor the first bite of a dish I’ve prepared. I’m known for both my amiable personality and my cooking skills. I have a natural ability to seamlessly join someone’s home, and am described as animated, bright, intense while working, with a great sense of humor.
In 1997, I transitioned from working in restaurants to working as a private chef, planning and preparing meals in client’s homes. I have worked for some of the most elite celebrities in Los Angeles including Christina Aguilera, Jerry Bruckheimer, Jerry Moss, Jaclyn Smith, Ellen Degeneres and many others. In addition, I prepare meals for parties, events, and private travel. I develop budgets, shop for ingredients, and maintain an inventory of food and beverages. My meals encompass a broad range of cuisine as well as specific requests. |
ACCOMPLISHMENTS AND TRAINING
First Place and National Chef Challenge Champion, World Food Championship, 2015
Third Place in World Chef Challenge, World Food Championship, 2015
UCLA Professional Cooking and Baking Program
Third Place in World Chef Challenge, World Food Championship, 2015
UCLA Professional Cooking and Baking Program
WHAT'S COOKING?
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hourly rate