heather simeral

Heather has a passion for cooking that started at a very young age.

Beginning with a vision is important both personally and in business. Gathering the people and tools necessary for success is a big part of this process. As a young girl, Heather started gathering knowledge of all the different parts needed to plan a successful charitable function, corporate party or personal dinner party. Who were the people I would be cooking for? Where are the locations that fit the event and the people? Then, of course, what can I provide as the menu for delicious food to make this event a success?

Heather did several events every year with her mother. Whether it was a dinner party in a home, or a charitable event for Peninsula League, Civic Light Opera, Pals for Palsy or Hospice, helping in the background was a big part of the early training that helped form the capable event planner you see today. Whether a party for ten or a function for 300, she learned that social skills and interactions with people are a source of joy. Taking each event on and the challenge it brings with excitement. Whether décor, music, the menu or entertainment, the excitement is a tangible part of the success of bringing her vision to each guest attending.

California Culinary Academy/Le Cordon Bleu, CA

Associate of Occupational Studies Degree has given her the background needed. Experience and her love of food, health and joy have given her a passion for entertaining and cooking.

Private Chef. After graduation Heather began working for a private family located in Hillsborough California preparing and serving dinner 5 days a week. Although she enjoyed a career in private chef work, she also become more involved with planning catering events.

Heather also worked at:

• Epicurean Catering Company @ Sacred Heart Cafeteria… Menlo Park, CA

• Peter Pan BMW-San Mateo, California

• Harmony Hill Retreat Center, Union Washington