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Hayward’s Private Chef & Catering creates curated culinary experiences throughout Washington, DC, Maryland and Northern Virginia. From weddings and milestone celebrations to corporate events, private dining and intimate gatherings, our team combines thoughtfully prepared cuisine, polished service and personalized attention to create memorable experiences from planning through service.

Preferred Venue Partner

Hayward’s Private Chef & Catering is proud to serve as a Preferred Caterer for The Venue at 112 in Upper Marlboro, Maryland. From weddings and milestone celebrations to social and corporate events, our team provides thoughtfully prepared menus and polished catering experiences designed to complement your event.

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Bio of The Chef

Kim Akers Thomas is the Executive Chef and owner of Hayward’s Private Chef & Catering. She studied Culinary Arts at PGCC and has a Theatre degree at Marymount Manhattan College. She has experience in food service and hospitality that spans over 15 years. While honing in on her culinary crafts, she has been able to work at monumental and prestigious hotels, such as the Gaylord Hotel & Convention Center before launching her own catering company.

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