McCall · Donnelly · Tamarack · Valley County, Idaho
Your kitchen.
My thirty years
at the stove.
I'm Jaison Daniel — native Idahoan, career slave to the flame “chef”, and the guy who shows up, cooks dinner for 8+ guests, depending on the service requested, and leaves your kitchen cleaner than he found it.
The Chef
Thirty years of cooking, mostly Idaho — with a little island flare.
I've spent more than 30 years in this industry — mostly behind the stove, but I've also served tables and worked behind the bar. That full-service background is why an evening with me runs smoothly from the first pour to the last plate cleared.
I'm a native Idahoan and have lived in Valley County most of my life. I cook in homes around McCall, Donnelly, Tamarack, and the surrounding valley — rooted in the mountains, with some island flare worked in from time spent cooking that way: bright citrus, a little heat, fresh fish done simply.
These days I specialize in private, in-home cooking: your kitchen, your guests, a menu built around what you actually want to eat — including any dietary restrictions or allergies in the group.
"Front of house, back of house — I've worked every side of a dinner. That's what you're hiring."
Services
Custom menus, your kitchen.
Parties of 8+, depending on service requested. Every menu is built for your group and its dietary needs.
Private Dinner
A custom dinner cooked in your home. Menus are built to your tastes and your group's dietary needs. Price reflects service charge only; groceries are additional.
Private Lunch
The same custom approach for a midday meal — good for family gatherings, work retreats, and days on the lake. Price reflects service charge only; groceries are additional.
Appetizer & Cocktail Party
Passed bites, crostini stations, and small plates built for mingling. Great for welcome receptions, lake-house gatherings, or a cocktail hour before dinner. Give me a call and we can figure out the right fit.
Breakfast
Breakfast options are in the works — morning spreads and sit-down breakfasts for your group. Ask me about it when you inquire.
Personal Shopping
Arriving for a stay? I'll stock the house before you get there so the kitchen is ready — groceries, staples, and whatever else is on your list.
All meal prices reflect the service charge only. Groceries are not included and are billed separately.
I bring everything needed for service: cookware, spices, dishes, silverware, glassware, placemats, and napkins.
Scheduling
Check availability.
Dates shown in warm gray are currently booked or unavailable. Open dates are free to inquire about.
Personal favorites
A few things I love to cook.
These are the dishes I find myself coming back to — the ones that always seem to work around a table full of friends.
Appetizers
Proteins
Side starches
Can and have done most things — if you have something in mind, ask.
Veggie sides
Sauces
Feel free to let your imagination run with it — sauces are built to match your menu.
Gallery
From recent tables.
Guest reviews
What guests are saying.
★★★★★ 5 out of 5 · 3 reviews
- ★★★★★
Chef is truly awesome!! He is an excellent cook. He is very professional. He is accommodating in every way. We were very late one evening like 3.5 hours. He waited and served us. I highly recommend him!!!
geo · McCall
- ★★★★★
I have been lucky enough to see Jaison in action. Such a wonderful dinner party. From the presentation to the incredible flavors, every detail was thoughtfully prepared and beautifully executed. Jaison has a true talent for creating an unforgettable dining experience, and his passion for food really shines through in every course. Not only was the food exceptional, but the entire evening felt effortless and special. If you’re looking for a personal chef who can elevate a dinner into a memorable experience, I highly recommend Jaison. Absolutely phenomenal!
Monique Montchalin · McCall
- ★★★★★
Jaison was one of the best decisions we made. From the moment he arrived, everything was handled with professionalism, warmth, and incredible attention to detail. Every course was beautifully prepared and absolutely delicious, and you could immediately tell that you’re dining with someone who has decades of culinary experience. He made the entire evening feel relaxed and special, allowing us to spend time with our guests instead of worrying about cooking or cleanup. What impressed me just as much as the food was the level of service. Jaison was friendly, organized, and left the kitchen cleaner than he found it, exactly as promised. If you’re looking for an unforgettable private dining experience in Valley County, I can’t recommend Sunny Slope Private Chef highly enough. We will definitely be booking him again.
Said Aabou
Inquiries
Set the table.
Tell me your date, your headcount, and what your group likes to eat. I cook in McCall, Donnelly, Tamarack, and throughout Valley County and surrounding areas.
Calls and texts welcome. I'll get back to you as soon as I'm off the line.