Privacy Policy

Effective Date: February 1, 2026
Last Updated: February 1, 2026

The Orange County Chef respects your privacy. This Privacy Policy explains what information we may collect through this website and how we may use it.

Information We Collect

When you submit an inquiry or use a form on this website, we may collect:

  • Your name

  • Email address

  • Phone number

  • Event or service information

  • Dietary preferences or restrictions

  • Any other information you choose to provide

We may also collect basic technical information, such as your IP address, browser type, device type, general location, pages visited, and how you found our website.

How We Use Your Information

We may use the information you provide to:

  • Respond to questions or service inquiries

  • Prepare estimates or proposals

  • Schedule consultations or services

  • Coordinate personal chef services, private events, meal preparation, catering, or culinary consulting

  • Communicate with you about your requested services

  • Send occasional marketing emails or updates, when permitted

  • Improve our website, services, and customer experience

  • Maintain appropriate business, legal, and accounting records

We Do Not Sell Your Information

The Orange County Chef does not sell, rent, or trade your personal information.

We may share limited information with trusted service providers that help us operate our website, communicate with customers, process payments, schedule services, or provide services you have requested.

These providers may only use the information as needed to perform their services. We may also disclose information when required by law or when reasonably necessary to protect our business, customers, rights, or property.

Cookies and Website Analytics

Our website may use cookies and analytics tools to understand how visitors use the website and improve its performance.

Cookies may collect information such as your browser type, device type, pages visited, time spent on the website, and referring website.

You can control or disable cookies through your browser settings. Disabling cookies may affect how certain parts of the website work.

Email and Text Communications

If you provide your email address or phone number, we may use it to respond to your inquiry and communicate with you about services.

If you choose to receive promotional emails or text messages, you may unsubscribe at any time by following the instructions included in the message.

Consent to receive marketing communications is not required to purchase services.

We do not sell or share mobile phone numbers or text-message consent information with third parties for their own marketing purposes.

Protecting Your Information

We take reasonable steps to protect information submitted through this website. However, no website, electronic transmission, or storage system can be guaranteed to be completely secure.

Please do not send sensitive financial, medical, or identity-related information through an unsecured email or website form.

Your Privacy Choices

You may contact us to update your information, request deletion, or unsubscribe from marketing communications.

We may retain certain information when reasonably necessary for business, legal, accounting, or recordkeeping purposes.

Third-Party Websites

This website may contain links to websites operated by other companies. The Orange County Chef does not control these websites and is not responsible for their content, security, or privacy practices.

We encourage you to review the privacy policy of any third-party website you visit.

Changes to This Privacy Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. Any changes will be posted on this page with a revised effective date.

Contact Us

If you have questions about this Privacy Policy or would like to update or delete information you have provided, please contact The Orange County Chef using the contact information provided on this website.

Terms of Use

By accessing or using this website, you agree to these Terms of Use and the Privacy Policy above.

Copyright and Website Content

Unless otherwise stated, the text, photographs, graphics, menus, videos, designs, branding, and other original materials on this website are owned by or licensed to The Orange County Chef.

These materials are provided for personal and informational purposes only. You may not reproduce, modify, publish, sell, distribute, or commercially use website materials without prior written permission.

General Information

We make reasonable efforts to keep the information on this website accurate and current. However, website content may not always reflect the latest menus, pricing, availability, service areas, or other details.

Services, Pricing, and Availability

Services, menus, pricing, and availability are subject to change.

Submitting an inquiry does not reserve a date or confirm a booking. Services are confirmed only after The Orange County Chef accepts the engagement and any required agreement, deposit, or payment arrangements have been completed.

Food Allergies and Dietary Needs

Please tell us about any food allergies or dietary restrictions before your service.

We will discuss whether and how those needs can be accommodated. Because ingredients may be stored or prepared in environments where allergens are present, we cannot guarantee a completely allergen-free environment.

Third-Party Links

This website may contain links to third-party websites for convenience or informational purposes. A link does not mean that The Orange County Chef endorses or guarantees the content, products, services, security, or privacy practices of that website.

California Law

These Terms of Use and your use of this website are governed by the laws of the State of California.

Changes to These Terms

We may revise these Terms of Use from time to time. Updated terms will be posted on this page with a revised effective date.

Disclaimer

The content on this website is provided for general informational and promotional purposes. It is not medical or nutritional advice.

Please consult an appropriate healthcare professional regarding medical dietary needs or concerns.

Submitting an inquiry does not create a service agreement or confirm a booking. A service relationship begins only after The Orange County Chef accepts the engagement and any required agreement, deposit, or payment arrangements have been completed.

The Orange County Chef reserves the right to decline a service request when the requested date, location, menu, accommodations, or other requirements cannot reasonably be met.

Last modified: February 1, 2026