Chef Rhonda Plummer

Private Chef in San Francisco

Chef Rhonda Plummer is the culinary visionary and proud owner of Cater2uSF, a luxury catering and private chef service based in San Francisco. With over two decades of experience in the food industry, Chef Rhonda has honed her craft by blending diverse cuisines such as Cajun, Italian, Mediterranean, and Asian fusion with a farm-to-table philosophy. A graduate of Escoffier Culinary Arts and Southern University, her journey began at K Creole Kitchen and evolved through esteemed roles at Nordstrom Café and Sunny Delights Catering before founding Cater2uSF in 2010.

Chef Rhonda’s passion lies in creating unforgettable dining experiences, whether through corporate catering, private dinners, or exclusive Chef’s Table events. Known for her personalized approach, she crafts custom menus tailored to dietary preferences and seasonal ingredients, ensuring every dish is as unique as her clients. Her notable clientele includes NFL stars like Dion Jordan and DeeBo Samuel, reflecting her commitment to excellence and innovation.

Beyond the kitchen, Chef Rhonda is inspired by meditation, fitness, and music, which fuel her creativity and dedication to her craft. With a focus on sustainability, a zero-waste policy, and a love for bringing people together through food, Chef Rhonda continues to elevate the art of catering, one exquisite event at a time.

For me, cooking is...

Cooking is my artful expression of passion, creativity, and connection—crafting culinary journeys that celebrate flavors, sustainability, and lasting

I learned to cook at...

I learned to cook at 7, began my culinary journey at Delgado Community College culinary prog in NOLA, and honed my craft at Escoffier Culinary School.

A cooking secret...

I really enjoy what I do. I also sing and dance while I cooking. My way of adding a little piece of me to each dish.

My menus

Mediterranean Elegance

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Carpaccio di Manzo – wagyu, truffle shavings, parmesan

Octopus Carpaccio – olive oil, micro herbs

Artisanal Luxury Board – black truffle honey, reserve cheeses

Garden of Eden – rice-stuffed grape leaves, pomegranate eggplant (vegetarian)

FIRST COURSE

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Truffle Tagliolini – fresh Alba truffles, butter, parmesan

Lobster Moussaka – Greek cheese, truffle béchamel

Luxury Greek Meze – lobster saganaki, black truffle hummus

Wild Mushroom & Chestnut Risotto (vegetarian)

MAIN COURSE

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Carré d'Agneau – herb-crusted rack of lamb, dauphinois

Pescado Tikin Xic – grilled fish, banana leaf, citrus-habanero

Vegetable Sultan – saffron rice, stuffed eggplants, gold leaf (vegetarian)

Vitello alla Saltimbocca – veal, prosciutto, marsala

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Tartufo al Cioccolato

Fig & Honey Semifreddo

Persian Love Cake

Plateau de Fromages

Coastal Favorites

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½ Dozen Oysters – mignonette, cocktail sauce

Coastal Ceviche – seabass, avocado, plantain chip

Cajun Crab Cake with Remoulade

Capesante – scallops, calamari, spinach

FIRST COURSE

All inclusive

MAIN COURSE

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Grilled Branzino with Lemon-Herb Sauce

Pan-Seared Salmon with Lemon Garlic Sauce

Shrimp & Grits – cheddar, truffle butter

Lemon Garlic Butter Scallops

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Coconut Mango Panna Cotta

Dark Chocolate Tart

Vanilla Bean Crème Brûlée

Fruit Skewers with Mint

Berkeley Comforts”

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Baked Brie - pan seared apples, fig sauce on crostini

Deviled-Egg Crostini (vegetarian)

Guinness Braised Short Rib Sliders

Artisanal Cheese & Charcuterie – seasonal cheeses, cured meats

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Local Catch – fresh fish, farmers market vegetables, citrus beurre blanc

Southern Mac N Cheese (vegetarian)

10 oz Filet Mignon, whipped butter potatoes, grilled veggies

Cauliflower "Steak" Provençal – beluga lentils, romesco (vegetarian)

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Apple & Cranberry Crumble with Vanilla Bean Custard

Southern Carrot Cake with Cream Cheese Frosting

Cookie Platter

New York Cheesecake

New Orleans Creole/Cajun Dinner Menu

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Luxury Seafood Tower • Fresh Gulf Oysters with Caviar • King Crab with Remoulade • Jumbo Shrimp with Crystal Sauce • Lobster Ravigote

Premium Gumbo • Duck & Andouille Sausage • Louisiana Blue Crab • Black Truffle Rice • File Powder

Cajun Gougere  - , Filled with shrimp and andouille

Foie Gras & Beignets • Seared Hudson Valley Foie Gras • Sweet Potato Beignets • Bourbon-Cane Syrup • Spiced Pecans

Crawfish Trio • Crawfish Beignets • Crawfish Étouffée • Crawfish Bisque • Gold Leaf Garnish

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BBQ Shrimp & Grits • Jumbo Gulf Shrimp • Stone-Ground Grits • Black Truffle Butter • Aged Cheddar

Soft Shell Crab • Crispy Fried Whole Crab • Creole Mustard Sauce • Micro Greens • Caviar Garnish

Turtle Soup Au Sherry • Traditional Recipe • Aged Sherry • Quail Egg • Fresh Herbs

Duck & Andouille Jambalaya • Muscovy Duck • Premium Andouille • Black Truffle Rice • Gold Leaf

MAIN COURSE

All inclusive

Cornbread crusted airline chicken breast topped with crème fraîche peppercorn pan gravy on collard greens and truffle mash potatoes served with seven cheese Mac n cheese

Blackened Redfish • Gulf Redfish • Crawfish Étouffée • Lobster Butter • Premium Caviar

Beef Tournedos Orleans • Wagyu Beef • Foie Gras • Truffle Demi-Glace • Gold Leaf

Seafood Pontchartrain • Lobster • Crab • Shrimp • Béarnaise Sauce

Duck à l'Orange NOLA Style • Maple Leaf Farms Duck • Satsuma Orange Sauce • Foie Gras • Black Truffle

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Bananas Foster Soufflé • Table-side Preparation • Premium Rum • Gold Leaf • Vanilla Bean Ice Cream

Individual Brioche Bread Pudding Royale • Bourbon Sauce • Gold Dust • Praline Ice Cream • Fresh Berries

Praline Trio • Traditional Pralines • Praline Cheesecake • Praline Ice Cream • Gold Leaf

Café Brûlot Diabolique • Table-side Service • Premium Cognac • Artisanal Chocolates • Fresh Beignets

Mediterranean Classics

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Caprese Classica – heirloom tomatoes, mozzarella, basil (vegetarian)

Melanzane alla Parmigiana (vegetarian)

Antipasto Misto – prosciutto, buffalo mozzarella, marinated vegetables

Mediterranean Veggie Fritters (vegetarian)

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Butternut Squash Gnocchi – rosemary tomato sauce (vegetarian)

Piccata di Pollo al Limone – chicken, capers, lemon

Branzino al Forno – whole roasted sea bass, lemon-herb sauce

Spaghetti al Crudo – cherry tomatoes, garlic, basil (vegetarian)

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Tiramisu Classico

Olive Oil Cake

Panna Cotta with Berry Compote

Cannoli

Chef’s Signature Surprise

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Caviar & Seafood Experience

Indulgent Starter – foie gras, wagyu, truffle arancini

Garden of Love – burrata heart, heirloom tomato (vegetarian)

Composed Cold Plate – scallop crudo, salmon tataki, hamachi

FIRST COURSE

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Duck Egg Tajarin with Truffle

Lobster Moussaka

Executive Garden – watermelon, burrata, balsamic (vegetarian)

Premium Nigiri – otoro, uni, wagyu

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Land & Sea Tower – wagyu, lobster, truffle mac

Lobster & Polenta with Caviar Beurre Monte

Solo No More – salt-baked fish, photo moment

Vegetable Sultan – black truffle, gold leaf (vegetarian)

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Valrhona Chocolate Entremet

Persian Love Cake

Tiramisu Royale with Gold Leaf

Royal Baklava Selection

Unexpected Indulgence

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Bay Area Photo Op – crudo, gold leaf, flowers

Vegetable Arancini with Sundried Tomato Aioli (vegetarian)

Charred Shrimp Corn Fritters

Hummus Trio with Za’atar Pita (vegetarian)

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Tomato Mozzarella & Peach Skewers (vegetarian)

Lobster Ravioli with Saffron Cream

Duck & Pomegranate Salad

Asian Noodle Salad with Miso Vinaigrette (vegetarian)

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Cajun Red Snapper with Étouffée

Risotto ai Funghi Porcini (vegetarian)

Chicken Souvlaki with Lemon Rice

Prawn Curry with Basmati Rice

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Citrus Pavlova

Panna Cotta with Berry Compote

Coconut Flan Bites

Sweet Potato Pudding

Luxury from the Sea

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Lovers' Seafood Tower – oysters, crab, prawns, caviar

Coastal Crudo – halibut, citrus, avocado

Luxury Seafood Starter – king crab tacos, lobster aguachile

Caviar & Seafood Experience – truffle aioli, Dom Pérignon mignonette

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Truffle Cioppino – lobster, Dungeness crab, black truffle broth

Scallop & Caviar Tartare

Seafood Crudo – tuna, crab, caviar

Composed Cold Plate – scallop crudo, hamachi

MAIN COURSE

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Lobster & Polenta with Caviar Beurre Monte

Seafood Paccheri – crab, scallops, langoustines, saffron

Whole Roasted Branzino

Seafood Pontchartrain – lobster, shrimp, crab, béarnaise

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Saffron Ice Cream Tower

Wine-Poached Pear with Lavender Shortbread

Coconut Margarita Panna Cotta

Valrhona Chocolate Entremet

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Chef Rhonda's reviews

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The food was amazing. I never tasted the menu I chose, but it were very pleasing. Chef Rhonda kept to herself but when she spoke, she was to the point. I wish there was more communication on the day of because there was none. I had to arrange a babysitter but didnt know what time the chef was going to show. I had to chat with someone on the website and even they couldnt tell me or get a hold of the chef. I was looking at being reimbursed if the chef was a no show. Im very pleased the food was amazing. No bitter taste after all was said and done.

Chef Rhonda was wonderful! She was one of the only chefs to respond to my inquiries with a huge variety of thoughtful menu selections. She worked with me to plan a fabulous menu for my husband's 50th birthday dinner and made accommodations based on our food preferences. She was punctual, personable, and most importantly, her dishes were mouth-wateringly good! I would highly recommend her for any of your private chef needs!

This experience was amazing!

Rhonda was amazing. Her food was delicious. She was great, she answered all my questions and was very kind and courteous. She made the experience incredibly fun. We would recommend her!