Why We Started Sous: Elevating Personalized Dining Experiences with Chicago Personal Chefs
At Sous, we're passionate about revolutionizing the way people experience food, especially in the vibrant culinary landscape of Chicago. Our journey began with Shmeal, an app that connected home chefs with customers nearby. While Shmeal was a hit and customers loved engaging personally with their chefs, we noticed a common hassle – the inconvenience of picking up meals from the chef's home. This sparked an idea: what if your personal chef could come to you and prepare meals to your liking, all in the comfort of your own home? And thus, Sous was born.
Empowering talented chefs like Chef Daphne Scott to work in the culinary outside of the traditional restaurant grind.
Our Mission: Enhancing Everyday Dining and Empowering Chicago Personal Chefs
For Customers: We believe that having your own Chicago personal chef is the best way to eat great food every day and tailor your diet to your preferences. Our mission at Sous is to help Chicagoans de-stress, eat better, and live longer by connecting them with skilled and passionate personal chefs. Whether you imagine a plant-based diet, keto-friendly meals, or gourmet cuisine infused with Chicago's culinary flair, Sous is here to make it a reality, hassle-free.
For Chefs: We recognize that Chicago personal chefs are culinary talents waiting to shine beyond the traditional restaurant system. That's why our mission is to make it ridiculously easy for chefs to escape the restaurant grind and work as personal chefs. We offer Chicago chefs the opportunity to showcase their skills, get paid more, lead better lives, and connect with clients who appreciate their craft in a more personalized setting.
The Shmeal and Sous cofounding team, Silver (left) and Hamer (right).
Our Journey: From Shmeal to Sous
Sous was born out of a collaboration between the cofounding team of CEO Craig Silver and CTO Justin Hamer. In 2018, both Craig and Justin shared a dream of working in the culinary industry without the burdens of culinary school debt or low-paying restaurant jobs.
Together, they launched Shmeal, an app that allowed home chefs to serve meals from their home kitchens. The response was overwhelming, with over 10,000 meals served on the platform by independent home chefs. However, the logistical challenges of meal pickups led to the evolution of Sous, where Chicago personal chefs bring their expertise directly to customers' homes for a seamless and personalized dining experience.
Experience Sous: Where Culinary Dreams Come True in Chicago
At Sous, we're not just about meals; we're about creating meaningful connections between Chicago personal chefs and clients. Whether you're a busy professional seeking convenience, a family aiming for healthier eating habits, or a chef looking to showcase your skills in Chicago's vibrant culinary scene, Sous is here to make culinary dreams come true.
Join us on this culinary adventure and experience the Sous difference firsthand. Contact us today to learn more about our Chicago personal chef services and start enjoying personalized dining experiences that elevate every meal.
