I cook simple, seasonal food that lets beautiful local ingredients speak—so you can relax and enjoy every bite.

Hailee Moore

I create elevated, seasonal meals that feel effortless—and taste unforgettable.

I’m the Executive Chef and Founder of Simply Hailee, where I focus on exceptional food experiences and culinary education. I cook with natural, local, homemade, and sustainable ingredients, and I prepare every menu with care and intention.

With 20+ years in the culinary industry, I trained at the French Culinary Institute (now the Institute of Culinary Education) and Cornell University, and I’ve cooked at the Four Seasons Hotel New York and as a private chef for discerning clients—from Fortune 500 executives to busy families across Manhattan, Westchester, and the Dallas/Fort Worth area.

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My secret? I keep it simple and real—great ingredients deserve respect, not interference, so I get out of their way.

What you can expect when I cook for you

Ingredient-first cooking

I love cooking simple dishes that let great ingredients speak. For me, food is a way of taking care of people—one perfect bite at a time.

Training you can taste

I trained at what was formerly called the French Culinary Institute (now the Institute of Culinary Education) in Manhattan, and I bring that technique and discipline into every menu I serve.

Simple, real, and intentional

I believe great ingredients need great respect, not great interference. My philosophy is to keep it simple, keep it real, and let the ingredients lead.

Hailee’s Menus

I offer flexible menus for weekly meal support, relaxed family-style gatherings, and classic French-inspired dinners. I’ll tailor the experience to your preferences so you get restaurant-quality food with an easy, at-home feel.

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Stories & Testimonials

Chef Hailee was wonderful! She tailored the menu for our event and worked with me on a special dessert since the guest of honor is diabetic. She also was so flexible in timing everything out to work around the kids schedules so the adults could enjoy the delicious meal. Highly recommend Hailee!

Kelli Albaugh

We had an absolutely exquisite dinner prepared for us by Chef Hailee Moore. She was professional, engaging, and went out of her way to make our experience incredible!

Leslie Willis

Hailee is an extremely capable and talented chef. The dishes were tasty, perfectly prepared and the presentation was first rate. We highly recommend her.

Catherine Moran Ayeni

I took a chance with take a chef. I had never used it nor heard of it before. It was very efficient and effective. I found take a chef via Google. And through take a chef I found Chef Hailee Moore who took care of my event. It was incredible! From customizing the menu to what I want, to cooking and serving. She was fast and incredible. The food was so tasty and flavorful. I have already recommended take a chef to my friends. I definitely hope to work with Chef Hailee again sometime in the future.

Lynne

Chef Hailee did a wonderful job providing a delicious and entertaining evening! Would highly recommend.

katharine carvalho

Haley was on time, professional and the food was incredibly tasty. We did the Mediterranean menu and we asked for some customizations and she did a fantastic job. We definitely look forward to have her cook for us again Best Victor

Victor bethapudy

Chef Hailee was awesome, very engaging and fun to chat with. The food was so tasty- what a unique and fun experience!

Pam Berg

Hailee was incredible. Great experience!

Larry Sedillo

Hailee was incredible! Highly recommend!

Shelby Lobaugh